of Little Rock, AR
March 14, 1932 - December 10, 2022
Eugene J. "Gene" Mazzanti, age 90, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022 in Little Rock. He was born March 14, 1932 to Enrico and Maria Mazzanti in Lake Village, AR.
Gene was a retired attorney and state administrative law judge, having earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and he was President of the last graduating class of the Little Rock Law School. While in college, Gene was 4-year lettermen as a fullback and linebacker for the Boll Weevils. He was a veteran serving as an Army Sergeant during the Korean War and was a charter member of Christ the King Catholic Church where he served as an Eucharistic Minister and taught Catechism classes.
He was a generous and caring person who supported various charities and provided much support for family throughout his lifetime.
Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert, Victor, Ned, Al, Henry Jr, Paul and Armando Mazzanti; as well as sisters, Rose McEwen and Gloria Morara. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Harriette; son, Michael and daughter, Gayelynne Craig (Steve) all of Little Rock. He was also a very loving Paw Paw to four grandkids, David Craig (Sarah), Stephanie Edwards (Daniel), Daniel Craig (Christie), Elizabeth Hudson (Rob) and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers, Fiore and Frank; as well as sister, Catherine Talbot.
Visitation will be Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 5-6 PM with Rosary at 6:00 pm at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home of Little Rock. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, December 15 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Little Rock. Burial will be in St. Isidore Cemetery in Lake Village that afternoon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Christ the King Catholic Church (Msgr. Hebert Educational Endowment Fund) 4000 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212 or the charity of your choice.
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9 Condolence(s)
Mialisa Moline
Friday, January 10, 2025
I worked for Judge Mazzanti for several years, and he contributed greatly to my future success as a Full Professor in Wisconsin. His consistent support and encouragement helped me pursue my educational aspirations, and he certainly helped change my life for the better. This change has allowed me to help other students as they, too, reach for a higher purpose in life. I was so sorry to learn of his passing. He was an amazing person and brought much joy to this world.
Lloyd & Donna McKinley
Saturday, December 24, 2022
Harriette, Donna and I are so sorry to hear about Gene's passing. We always considered both of you as wonderful people and friends. As a young attorney Gene helped us through legal matters when when we were very young. I also enjoyed being involved in building your house in Colony West.
Mike Mazzanti
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Uncle Gene was always supportive of me whether providing campaign materials for my run for Student Government in college or giving freely of his time and advice over the years. I am even more appreciative of his patience with my dad and the assistance he offered to both my mom and dad through the many years. I am saddened by his passage.
Mary Mazzanti
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Uncle Gene was a wonderful and giving person. My dad, family and I loved him so very much. During my upbringing he was almost larger than life to me - he made such a strong impression on me on what it looked like to be both a hard working, highly successful and knowledgeable person but at the same time a greatly generous, deeply compassionate and patient person. Now that I am grown I know that so few people can achieve that combination in life. He will be a continuous inspiration to me as I know he will be to everyone that knew and loved him.
Vicky Grassi Clements
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Gene and my brother Charles Grassi, were best friends, class mates and hunting buddies. My brother could not have had a better friend. Gene died on Charles' 89th birthday. I know they are all celebrating in Heaven. Love to you Harriet and family.
Diane Mazzanti, Pogue
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
I know, without a doubt, where Uncle Gene is. He will certainly be missed. He was such a force in so many peoples lives. Including mine. He seemed to be in the background until he was needed and he just showed up. You never had to call him, he just seem to know.
I can't say enough good about this man. I love you Uncle Gene. You most certainly will be missed.
Soar with the Angels, your family and friends who have gone before you.
The Grassi Family
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
So sorry for the loss of Mr. Gene! He was a special man to our parents Charles and Mary Jane Grassi. They welcomed him with open arms up in Heaven. They are dancing all together again. Praying for Ms. Harriette and the children, grands and family! God bless all of you!
Tony and Nancy Lee Walters
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
God bless all the f the family.
Mary Ann & Bob Tubbs
Monday, December 12, 2022
I loved my Uncle Gene so very much. He was a wonderful and caring man. He will be missed so very much.