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Jack Cappel Obituary
Dr. Jack Thompson Cappel, Jr. MD, age 84, died September 2, 2013. He was born September 6, 1928 to Dr. Jack Cappel Sr. and Mrs. Alma Cortrecht Cappel and was a life long resident of Alexandria. He graduated from Bolton High School in 1945, Centenary College in 1949, and Tulane University Medical School in 1953.
After a year of internship, he served two years as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force Hospital for the European Command in London England from 1955 - 1957. There he met his future wife, First Lt. Jacqueline Feil, RN., of Nash, Oklahoma.
They were married in 1957. Returning to Louisiana, he completed his surgical training at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. He opened his office in 1960 in Alexandria and practiced surgery for 40 years. He was a member of numerous medical societies. In 1982 he was elected President of the Louisiana Medical Society. He had a great love and admiration of the outdoors and wildlife. He was always working adamantly and vigorously to make the outdoors better for future generations. As active as he was in wildlife conservation, he was appointed to the La. Wildlife and Fisheries Commission by the Governor and served as its chairman in 1982. As an ardent fisherman, he persued his hobby throughout North, Central and South America.
Dr. Jack was preceeded in death by his parents Dr. Jack Cappel Sr. and Clara Alma Cortrecht, and sister Martha Cappel.
He is survived by his wife Jacqueline of 56 years, sister Eloise (Weesie) Hollis and her husband Dr. Richard Hollis of Amory MS, also sons Scott Cappel and wife Julie of Sterling Heights MI, Mark Cappel of Pineville LA, and daughters Lisa and her husband Yalcin Hatipoglu of New Orleans, LA, and Kristin and her husband Glenn LaMonica of Baton Rouge, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He will forever be remembered for kindness and generosity, compassion and gentleness. He was a man that never had a negative thought or action. He loved his wife and children unconditionally. He loved his fellow man as much as anyone could.
Visitation will be from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home on Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA on Thursday, September 5, 2013.
Memorials made be made to the charity of your choice. Notes of condolences may be sent to the family online at [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
for Jack Cappel
Norma Sawyer
August 28, 2019
I worked for him and he was the nicest boss ever
Cora Mae (Hayes) Anschutz-Reynolds
September 9, 2013
Septembe 9, 2013
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, Jackie. I met him just once, remember? The two of you stayed with Darlene when we celebrated our 50th class reunion at Nash. My daughter, Sharon, and I stayed with Darlene also, and I remember thinking how lucky you were to find such a nice husband. I know how it hurts to lose your spouse. Fortunately, after 17 years of widowhood, I found another wonderful guy, and we are married, living in Pueblo, CO. God Bless you and your family. Philip and I will remember all of you in our prayers....may the Holy Spirit comfort you.
September 7, 2013
Jack was one of my favorite cousins; a few years older and a great role model.
Pat Cappel
Lexington, N>C>
September 7, 2013
jack was one of my many wonderful cousins... we grew up together in Alexandria. Pat Cappel.
mary secoy
September 6, 2013
DRs. Jack Cappel,sr and son Jack T Cappell, jr were attentive to my parents, John and Jessie Verzwyvelt.
Dr. Jack, Sr. made house calls back when. Jack,jr, was everything that has been credited to his long and giving life.
For a brief year, my husband , Dr. Ray Secoy, and Jack were in Tulane for a year at the same time.
My father and brother and the two doctors had hunting trips together and found enjoyment in the passing of time. I would venture to say, the pecans were from Mr. Johnnies' pecan trees on England Drive. He,too, always said, the smaller ones were the best !!!
Am so sorry to learn of Jack's death. May God give you strength at this time to remember the wonderful human that he was. One would have a long search to find kinder men in their professional and personal lives.
Most sincerely
Mary Verzwyvelt Secoy Everett, Wash
formerly of Alex...
Julie Cappel
September 5, 2013
Jack was always so sweet to me and I always felt a special bond with him over our shared love of wildlife. He treated me like his own daughter from the first day that I met him and flung salad across the table at Commander's Palace. He was a great story teller and always had a special twinkle in his eye. I feel a great honor to have been his daughter-in-law and to have known and loved him. I will miss you always Dad/Jack.
Denise Borell (Smith)
September 4, 2013
Working for Dr. Jack was always interesting. Every day was a new adventure as each patient brought new stories. This man was the most kind and compassionate person, and physician. He, and Dr. Prevost were quite a pair, and I am thankful for the opportunity to have worked with these men.
Jackie, my favorite "story," was about him bringing home a little souvenir from the reservation. He kept us laughing with his quite humor. He's also the one who taught me to love Red fish, and he'd share those stories of the camp.
Dr. Jack Cappel will be missed by many. His family of course, but his extended family who had the utmost respect for him will always remember that gentle man. God bless you all, and may He grant you peace through your faith.
David Morrison
September 3, 2013
Dr. Jack exemplified on earth the virtues of care, patience, diligence, resolve and readily recognized in his medical practice when complex steps were necessary or when a simple remedy would do the job. Let the family know that so many of us took notice of his many positive attributes. And his example will be a guide for us for all time.
David Lee Morrison, Blanchie Lee Morrison, Catherine Lee Morrison
David Lind
September 3, 2013
My meeting the Cappel family is by virtue of seeing them almost every morning as I walk in our neighborhood. While a little older than my Dad, the parallels are amazing: both Tulane educated, both physicians, both in the US military, both stationed in or near London. In fact, Dr. & Mrs. Cappel once told me that they met at the Columbia Club (for US military officers) in London, and that's the first place we went when my family moved there in 1964.
I didn't initially know of Jack's accomplishments, and I suspect that speaks of his modesty and "down-to-earthiness". For the longest time, I just thought he and his wife were nice folks from the neighborhood. Know what? I was right, and I feel blessed to have met this couple.
Many prayers and best wishes to Mrs. Cappel and the family in dealing with their loss. Call me anytime you need to.
David Lind Alexandria, LA
William Orlov
September 3, 2013
Jack was my counselor at YMCA camp in the 1940s. I admired and respected him. He will certainly be missed--a great loss to the community. I share your sorrow.
danny amphion
September 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kristin Cappel LaMonica
September 3, 2013
My Dad was an inspiration of love and kindness. He he taught me compassion and instilled in me the love for the outdoors. We will miss him greatly.
Charmian Bernard
September 3, 2013
In Loving Memory of one of the sweetest people I have ever had the honor of knowing. Dr. Jack always had a smile on his face, always had a kind word, had the prettiest silver hair (hence the name "silver fox") and had the prettiest blue eyes that would match his beautiful heart! I looked forward to hunting with him every year. He didn't care if he ever saw/killed anything, he just looked forward to hearing the stories that everyone told when they came from the stand. He started off each hunt with a pocket full of pecans that I have no idea how he peeled because they were so small, but he said they were the best kind. I would love to have had one more "hunt" with him.
Karen Britt
September 3, 2013
Saying Good-Bye for now to a wonderful man that was a pillar of the community. You will be missed. May God bless your family with his many blessings.
Kim DeRocco Wright
September 3, 2013
Dr. Cappel was my Mama's surgeon in the late 60's. He helped extend her life, and made her as comfortable as possible, through her fight with terminal cancer. He was a compassionate man, and Mama often mentioned his kind and beautiful eyes. I know he will be greatly missed.
JOSEPH TARPLEY
September 3, 2013
REST IN PEACE MY FELLOW PHYSICIAN.....JOSEPH M. TARPLEY MD
Gwenda Linzay Lamb
September 3, 2013
Lisa;
I am sorry for the loss of your father. May God be with your family through the days ahead.
Norma Sawyer
September 3, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers. I worked for Dr. C and he was a very kind and compassionate physician. He always had the nicest things to say. He sure helped me out in a time of need. You will be greatly missed by many people.
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