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John Joseph Senac Jr.

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John Senac Obituary

SENAC John Joseph Senac, Jr. passed away at his residence on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at the age of 93 years. Beloved husband of Martha Fussel Senac and Beloved Son of the late Cornelia Zansler Senac, John Joseph Senac, Sr. and survived by numerous cousins. Mr. Senac was inducted into the Hall of Fame of Broadcasters in 1997 as one of the original member of the Dawnbusters, a morning show with WWL Radio. He was the pioneer in the development of Real Estate in Metairie, having a street named in his honor, (Senac Drive). He was a lifetime Million-Dollar Award Recipient affiliated with Prudential Gardner as well as a member of the board of Realtors and on the Apartment Association. He served in the Merchant Marines for 2 years. He was also a member of Argus Carnival Organization and the Irish Italian Parade. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday, October 22, 2007 at 4:00pm. Visitation will be on Sunday, October 21, 2007 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm and on Monday from 3:00pm until service time. Interment will be Private. In lieu of flowers donations to New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity Musicians Village or the SPCA preferred. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakeklawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Oct. 20, 2007.

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Francis Jacob III

October 22, 2007

I grew up listening to the Dawnbusters, and many times would go to the station in the Roosevelt with my father, Jake, who was chief engineer at WWL. As a youngster, I was always fascinated at Johnny and his big bass fiddle, and the wonderful sounds he could coax out of it. My condolences to his family.

Margaret Ann Zansler Zinser

October 22, 2007

To my Godfather, who was always the light of my life and the perfect gentleman in every way. You were always willing to speak a kind word and listen to all the latest adventures in my family of 4 boys. My love and prayers are with you. I know Titta will be happy to see you and finally embrace you forever.
Love
Margaret Ann

Charlotte Pearce

October 21, 2007

John,
You were like a brother to me. We grew up together in the same house and when I was a little girl you liked to dress me up as "Jackie Coogan." When I was ten I would sit outside for hours at Wachenfeld's Pier in Biloxi and listen to you play music. We had many good times together and you were loved by everyone. Those days are gone but you will forever live in my heart.
I love you.
Sharlie

Warren Milan

October 21, 2007

Always the perfect Gentleman.

Andreas Preuss

October 20, 2007

"Mister John" was a great family friend. I fondly recall his stories about the Dawnbusters. He had his old upright bass standing proudly in his living room. He was a man of many talents. He was a humble man. John Senac will be missed.

Carol Lally

October 20, 2007

You were one of the bright spots of my childhood. I will always cherish the memories of your mother taking me by the hand to your bedroom to "see if you were still sleeping." My family loved you dearly and you will never be forgotten. You were always the perfect gentleman to all those you touched and may you forever rest in peace. I love you.
Your neice,

Lewis Troxclair, Jr.

October 20, 2007

Your father taught me music many years ago. I remember him fondly.
Please accept my condolences.

Lew Troxclair

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