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Francis Ferrier Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 2 to Feb. 4, 2015.

Rev. Francis Victor Ferrier, S.J. was born in New Orleans on 10 August, 1930 to Leon H. Ferrier and Minette Menard Ferrier and passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2015. He was baptized in Holy Name of Jesus church on September 7, 1930. He attended Henry Allen and Holy Name grade schools followed by Jesuit High school in New Orleans. After a year at Loyola University he entered the Society of Jesus on 1 July 1948 taking vows in 1950. College studies were continued at St. Charles College, Spring Hill College in Mobile, and St. Mary's College in St. Marys, KA earning him at B.S. in philosophy and a S.T.B. in theology. He was ordained a priest at Spring Hill College on June 11, 1961. As a teacher he worked at Jesuit High schools in New Orleans, Tampa, and Houston and Spring Hill College. He functioned as registrar at Strake Jesuit in Houston for 12 years. Changing ministries he worked as a hospital chaplain first at St. Mary's Hospital in Galveston, then at Herman Hospital in Houston, University Medical Center in Lafayette, Providence Health Center in Waco, and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge. From 1999 to 2012 he was chaplain for the Knights of Columbus and various nursing homes in Baton Rouge. During the same period he was involved in Retrouvaille ministry. He retired to Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center in 2012. He is survived by a brother, Leon H. Ferrier, III and four sisters - Mrs. T. A. Parker, Mrs. Henry C. Stahel, Mrs. Leonard B. Smith all of New Orleans and Ms. Marie Marcelle Ferrier of New York - as well as nieces and nephews. The funeral will be celebrated at Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, 5600 General De Gaulle Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131 on Saturday, February 7, 2015. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM followed by Mass at 11:00 AM. The burial will be in the Jesuit Cemetery at Grand Coteau, LA ca. 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers it is suggested that donations be made to the U.S. Central and Southern Province, 4511 West Pine Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108. Please visit and sign the family guest book at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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April 2, 2015

Helen Clay posted to the memorial.

February 8, 2015

Kathy Cardinal posted to the memorial.

February 7, 2015

Clement Lartigue IV posted to the memorial.

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Helen Clay

April 2, 2015

I just heard about Francis,s death. He was so important to me in my early life. When we were both in Houston he was there for me as I joined the Catholic Church. Everyone who knew him was blessed by his presence. He will always be in my prayers.

Kathy Cardinal

February 8, 2015

I met Father Francis at Lake Sherwood Village, as he lived across the hall from my mom. He was so good to all the residents as he led mass for us as well as other religious functions for holidays throughout the year. I was inspired by his drive to continue to move forward although his mobility was difficult. As fate would have it, when Fr Francis left Baton Rouge and resided at Our Lady of Wisdom in Algiers, my daughter Carley McCoy, was his speech therapist and worked with him until he was able to start saying mass for the residents at Our Lady of Wisdom. RIP Fr Francis, my family and I are blessed to have met you and experience your Godliness. Thank you.

Clement Lartigue IV

February 7, 2015

Mr. Ferrier taught me Algebra at Jesuit High School in New Orleans in 1956 and was the Band Moderator. He encouraged me and instilled a confidence that has served me well throughout my life. I have always felt a great debt to the many Jesuits who taught me at Jesuit in those days. They were great men, they truly cared, they made a difference. I shall always remember and be grateful to Francis Ferrier.

Audrey Schuh

February 5, 2015

So sorry to hear of Francis' passing. Many wonderful memories of times at Loyola. Prayers and condolences to his family.

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Sr. Martha Ann Abshire, fmol

February 5, 2015

Fr. Francis always had a smile and kind word to share with our patients and staff during his time working as Chaplain at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Rest in peace good and faithful servant.

Bill Cahilll

February 4, 2015

My association with the Ferrier family began in 1954, when I was in class at Loyola with Ed. I then met Leon, Claire and Margie. I worked with Ed at Tulane from 1965 until he retired. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ferrier family.

Travers Koerner

February 4, 2015

May his soul rest in peace.

The Rev'd Travers Koerner
Christ Church Cathedral
New Orleans

Dolores Benedetto

February 4, 2015

Fr. Francis was an amazing man, priest, counselor and friend to all who had the blessing of knowing him. He was our special gift at Lake Sherwood Village for many years as our priest, pastor and resident. He understood that everyone was a child of God and treated everyone equally. His Friday morning Bible Group and Kights of Columbus ministry was most special and we were all so blessed to have had him in our lives. Our thanks to the Jesuits for sharing him with us and our prayers are with his family who will miss him. As he said "God has a sense of humor" Shalom and peace.

Bob Menard

February 3, 2015

What a great cousin, priest and friend.
His blessings on his sisters and brother Leon.

RENE JONES

February 3, 2015

TULANE MAIL ROOM REST IN PEACE.

Denise Saccaro

February 3, 2015

Rest in peace you true and faithful servant. Fr. Francis always officiated at mass when my parents were at Lake Sherwood Village. He was very kind and compassionate to the residents.

Dr. Frank Meyers

February 2, 2015

I have fond memories of Friday morning study group with Father Francis at Sacred Heart. God bless you, Fr. Francis

Amanda Puissegur

February 2, 2015

I would just like to let Father Francis' family know just how special he is. I had the pleasure of being in a support group with him years ago. During that time period, he literally saved my life and I will ever be grateful to him. He served God to the highest and I will always appreciate his love and sacrifice!

Sr. Ann Pennington, SFCC

February 2, 2015

Fr. Francis was a dear friend, an "adopted brother", and a fellow healthcare chaplain. He had a strong influence on my hearing a call to religious life and responding to that call. I send my condolences to his family, his friends, and his fellow Jesuits.

Sr. Ann Pennington, SFCC

Bob Gentry

February 2, 2015

The entire staff of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home would like to extend their sincere condolences to the family.

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