Mr. Michael Joseph Masi, 82, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at the Diversicare Nursing Home in Tylertown.  He was born December 10, 1937 in Union, Louisiana the son of the late Benidette and Margaret Masi.

After graduating from high school, he began a career with the State of Louisiana Department of Transportation serving 29 years and retiring in 1987.  After retirement, he enjoyed yard work, gardening, and working on his farm.

He married the late Joyce Fontenot, and together they had four children:  Ann (Jimmie) Villie of Magnolia, Mississippi; Mary (Don) Masi of Tennessee; Wilson Masi of Louisiana, and the late "Little" Ben Masi.  After Mrs. Joyce's death, he married Ada J. Dillon of Tylertown and gained two step-children:  Dewane (Cindy) Dillon of Missouri; and Doris (Mike) Beard of Tylertown.  He is also survived by two grandchildren:  Paul Vicknaire and Jason Bangs.  One great-granddaughter, Alyssa Vicknaire.  Five step-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.