Maria Brocato

Maria Elizabeth Brocato, 60, of Baton Rouge, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011. Maria is survived by her loving son, Dylan Stewart daughterinlaw, Jennifer Stewart grandson, James Raggio siblings, Frank N. Brocato Jr., Melanie R. Brocato, Samuel J. Brocato, Kathryn A. Simoneaux and Matthew E. Brocato and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank Nicholas Brocato Sr. and Wilma Pace Brocato and brother, Marcus P. Brocato. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She will be remembered for her ability to see beauty in everything and for her incredible creative talent admired by so many. The family would like to thank all of you who have reached out to them at this very difficult time. A memorial service is being planned for the new year.