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John Joseph "Jack" Mooney

John Mooney Obituary

MOONEY John Joseph "Jack" Mooney, age 80, died on January 3, 2009. A native of St. Louis, Missouri and a resident of New Orleans, Jack was a parishioner of St. Pius X Catholic Church where he served as a lector. He was formally a parishioner of St. Philip Neri and St. Raphael the Archangel. Jack was awarded the Order of St. Louis IX Medallion in 2001 for his dedicated service to the Catholic Church. A U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War, Jack completed his two tours of duty as a 1st Lieutenant. After 29 years of employment as the Distribution Manager for K&B, Inc., he volunteered in the emergency room at East Jefferson General Hospital for 14 years. Beloved husband of Carolyn Gennaro Mooney, and the late Elise Ganucheau Mooney. Father of Marie M. Yost (Stephen), Catherine A. Mooney, and John C. Mooney (Misty). Step-father of Michelle G. Wells (Mark) and Gabrielle G. Macaluso (Anthony). Grandfather of Andrew J. Yost, Charles M. Yost, Megan E. Mooney and Colin L. Mooney. Step-grandfather of Sarah E. Wells, Emily R. Wells, Amanda C. Wells, Anthony J. Macaluso III and Jessica L. Macaluso. Jack is survived by his sisters Peggy M. Ripple (Ron), Joan M. Swiber, Kathleen M. Alvarez (Carlos) and brothers R. Blake, Joseph M. (Sharon), F. Patrick (Ann), Donald E. (Fran), and Cornelius P.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Margaret Blake and Frances Patrick Mooney as well as his brothers Daniel C. and James P. Mooney. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, on Wednesday, January 7, 2009. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until Mass at noon. Interment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Arrangements by Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2009.

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Colette Schwartz

February 1, 2009

To the family of Jack Mooney: My husband, Dann and I, Colette are very saddened to hear about Mr. Jack's passing. Mr. Jack was hired by my husband at Raintree essix through mutual friends of ours, Bill and Janice Bourgeois. I did not know Mr. jack very well, but my husband, Dann loved him. He was a god send after Katrina to help when we were so short handed. He was full of life, laughter (the ladies could tell you this) and just a nice, kind man. Yes, he will be very much missed. Again, our condolences to the family, we know he is truly at peace.
Dann and Colette Schwartz

Leah Vinsanau

January 15, 2009

Mr. Jack,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I will FOREVER remember our talks about "Life" and surely all of the laughs we shared. As I write this, I sit here with a smile and chuckle thinking of the times I "SHOCKED" you with some of my conversation. And you thought you had heard it all, huh? I Remember when my husband had knee replacement at East Jefferson Hospital. You came into the waiting room to see how I was doing and if you could assist us in any way. Lets not forget about the times I would move your cane at work and then I would go to lunch. I hope you have forgiven me for that. My God, you were such a caring, loving man. I have been blessed to have crossed paths with you. I'm so sorry to say my final goodbye to you.

DIANE JOHNSON

January 13, 2009

MARIE AND STEVE, AND FAMILY--OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS! LOVE, DIANE, CHRISTINE,DR. JOE,& STAFF OF DR. COLLURA'S OFFICE

Beth Allums

January 12, 2009

I'm very sorry to hear of your lost. I worked with Mr. Jack at Raintree. He was truly an amazing man. He always had such wonderful storys to tell and much wisdom to share. His love for life and others will be missed.

KAREN BABIN

January 12, 2009

Mr. Jack was a sweet and nice gentlemen. His pasting will be a great lost to us all.

Kevin Mooney

January 11, 2009

Uncle Jack was the nicest, copassionate, caring and a role model to us all. May his good deads reward him in Heaven. Jack will be surely missed but never forgotten. My prayers are with the family, and may God bring all of you comfort in this trying time.

Steve & Stacey Schilling

January 9, 2009

We worked with Jack at Raintree Essix. It saddens us today to hear of his passing and our thoughts go out to his family. He was such a kind person and we enjoyed working with him - - I don't know how many times I walked back to the floor in the warehouse and he had the ladies that he worked with laughing about something. It brings a smile to my face remembering that about him.

James Broussard

January 9, 2009

I came to know Jack while he was working at Raintree Essix. He was always a gentleman. He made the days I spent working at Raintree a bit lighter and brighter. His quick wit and his ready smile made all of us feel good. I will miss him.

Sandra, Inez & Charayon

January 8, 2009

Our deepest sympathy. We were Jack's co-workers and friends at Raintree Essix. We are so sorry to hear that we won't get to see him again. He was so very pleasent to work with. I can't tell you how much he was liked. He always had a smile and a joke. Our deepest sympathy.

Susan (Trahant)Heusel

January 8, 2009

John,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Susan and Neil Heusel

Jan Frommeyer-Smith

January 6, 2009

Dear Aunt Carolyn, Michelle and Gabrielle ~

I am sorry to hear of Jack's passing.

With much love, prayer and sympathies...

Love to all,
Jan Marie

Vicky and Herb Gray

January 6, 2009

As friends of Kathleen and Carlos, we extend our heart felt sorrow over the loss of your brother/husband. I would certainly agree with Kathleen that Jack is with God.

Michael Alvarez

January 6, 2009

Uncle Jack......You were so very loved and you touched the lives of so many. You were a truly incredible man and we'll miss you. God's speed up to heaven and all our sympathies to our grieving family.

Much love

Michael, Parisa, Darya, Tira & Kareen Alvarez

Dianne Swiber

January 6, 2009

Rest in peace Jack - your work here is done. Enjoy your Heavenly reward.
With love and fond memories,
Dianne, Emily and Jordan

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