John-Saia-Obituary

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John Saia

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Johnny, Helen, and "Poochie" were our dearest friends when we lived in Houma. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. We missed many years with you and hope to be able to see you again. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. We hope Helen and "Poochie" the best that life has in store for you without the rock of the family. All our love-Dolores & Dave Taylor

My condolences to Mr. Saia's family and friends. I've just now learned of his passing and wish I could be in Louisiana to honor such a great and good man. My deepest regret is that I was not able to know this icon of the Saia family as well as I would have liked to. He impressed and inspired me in so many positive ways. May God bless John Saia's memory now and forever.

We are so very sorry to hear of Mr.Saia's passing a way. he was one of our good customers at Angel's Fashion.He will be sadly missed by us all.
Employees of Angel's Fashions, Angel, Barbara, Angela
God Bless all
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Barbara Lanier

Norma and I express our sincere to you Helen, Jeanne and the rest of the family. We haven't seen Johnny in 25 years, since we moved from Houma. We'll definitely say a prayer for him. Gene & Norma Rizzo

I wish to extend my condolence to the Saia family. Mr. Johnny was a good man and a great boss who was there for you. My prayers goes out to the family and God Bless you.

Unable to attend funeral because of family illness. I wish to extend my condolance to you, Helen and Jeanie, and the entire Saia Family. You are in my prayers.

God Bless You and Your family. Mr Johnny was an awesome man that has done alot for me over the years. Great advice and wonderful words of wisdom. A true mentor and great person. It was a pleasure to have known him.

I feel privileged to have known Mr. Johnny. He was a kind and generous man -my business mentor and trusted friend. I'm committed to making him proud of the job we've done with Beannie's (now Dooley's), one of his pet projects, and my best wishes go out to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Obituaries

John's Obituaries

John Louis Saia, 89, died Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 3:30 PM.He was a native and resident of Houma, LA.Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 9:30 AM until service time at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 11:30 AM at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral . Burial will follow at Saint Francis de Sales Cemetery #2. He is survived by his,wife, Helen Griffin Saia, daughter, Jeanne C. Saia, grandsons, John Duet, Jack Duet, III, and Dino Duet, great grandaughter, Amber Duet,brother, Vincent Saia and sister, Rita Saia Ayers.He was preceded in death by his, parents, Christine Fazzio Saia and Louis Saia, daughter, Schere Saia Marullo,sister, Christine Saia Jones and brother, Louis P. Saia, Jr.He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales Cathedral.He and his brothers expanded Saia Motor Freight Line opening terminals throughout Louisiana and the Sunbelt States. He became Chief Financial Officer and Director of Main Office Operations for Saia Motor Freight Line until retirement. He served in the United States Army during World War II. In addition to his career in the trucking industry he was an accomplished investor with other businesses and the financial markets. He was an avid sportsman enjoying fishing and hunting. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Mr. Saia's name to the charity of your choice.

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