Frank Anastasio Jr

Frank Lawrence Anastasio Jr., 82, of Orange Beach, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on February 8, 2026. Frank was born on August 25, 1943, in Langley Field, Virginia. He was raised in Rose Hill, North Carolina and New Orleans, Louisiana. Frank was a proud member of the Louisiana National Guard. Frank earned a civil engineering degree from Louisiana State University and was a lifelong LSU Tigers fan. He was a Professional Engineer with many years of experience designing and building concrete structures for marine environments. After working as a structural engineer, Frank became President of Marine Concrete Structures in 1978. In 1982, he became part owner and President of Production Management Structural Systems. After the sale of the company to Stolt Comex Seaway, Frank continued to serve as President and General Manager until 2000. On March 5, 1971, Frank married the love of his life, Jackie Ann Horton. They were devoted husband and wife for nearly 55 years. Frank and Jackie raised their family in Covington, Louisiana, while Frank continued his engineering career in New Orleans. During their years in Covington, Frank enjoyed playing tennis with family and friends, spending time at swim meets, and most of all, teaching his girls life skills while lovingly keeping them in line. He set the very best example of a devoted husband and father throughout his entire life. After retiring, Frank and Jackie relocated to Ono Island in Orange Beach, Alabama, where Frank pursued his passion for writing. Over the years, he has published several novels and short stories. In The Book of Ian, Frank shared that it was “written with the hope that young boys and girls will always marvel at their life, as well as all life around them, and understand that all of it is a gift from God.” He hoped his writing would make everyone smile a little and wonder a lot. Aside from writing, Frank enjoyed time on the water, observing local and migratory birds, listening to his daughters, and most of all, spending time in conversation with his nine grandchildren. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Essie Cavanaugh Anastasio and Frank Lawrence Anastasio. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 55 years, Jackie Horton Anastasio; his daughters, Tonya Castleberry (Michael), Kristen Dear (Ben Skelton), and Sara Hebb (Jeremy); and his nine grandchildren: Taylor Anastasio, Nicholas Castleberry, Brandon Dear, Amanda Castleberry, Joseph Dear, Bridger Hebb, Jordan Dear, Sawyer Hebb, and Eileen Hebb. He is also survived by his brothers, Philip Anastasio (Bobbi); Michael Anastasio (Elaine) and his sister, Becky Anastasio Cook (David); and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at the home of Frank and Jackie Anastasio, Ono Island, Orange Beach, Alabama on March 15, 2026. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests supporting the following charities: Wounded Warrior Project (https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/) and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (https://www.stjude.org/). Frank Lawrence Anastasio Jr. will be greatly missed by his family and friends. In his own words: “Life is chaotic, exhilarating, and great.” That spirit will continue to live on in all who knew and loved him — Pop, Dad, Daddy, Frank, and Frankie. arrangements are entrusted to Cason Funeral Service in Foley Al

Frank Anastasio Jr

February 8, 2026

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