Maximilian Mipro

Maximilian Otto Mipro, passed away April 26, 2023. He was born October 30, 1939 in Pinebluff, AR to John A. Mipro, Sr. and Elizabeth Mary DeSelle. Brother to John A. Mipro, Jr. and Katherine Mipro Fourroux. Graduated from John Dibert Grammar School, P.T.G. Beauregard Jr. High School and in 1957 from Warren Easton Sr. High School, all in New Orleans. He earned a scholarship to LSU majoring first in Geology and then International Trade and Finance, graduating with a B.S. in 1961. He then attended U.S. Naval Officer Candidate School, graduating in 1962.
In 1962 and 1963 he served as Assistant Radio Officer and Assistant Public Information Officer on the U.S.S. Saratoga (CVA-60). From 1963 until 1965 he served as Public Information Officer and Intelligence Officer on the Admiral's Staff of South Atlantic Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet; Solant Amity IV cruise to Sub-Saharan Africa; and Unitas IV & V involved in anti-submarine exercises with South American maritime Navies. While touring in the Navy, he was involved in still photography, direction of motion picture filming, presentations of goodwill concerts and translating from Spanish and Portuguese. He was promoted to Lieutenant after leaving active duty and returning to New Orleans, having visited over 30 countries several times. His time in the Navy left him with a lifelong appreciation and respect for the military and those who serve.
In 1962 through 1968 he worked for Texas Transport and Terminal Co. as a solicitor of freight booking, representing several lines as Cunard, Holland America, Venezuelan Line, Creole and many others.
In 1968 he began as a sales representative for COMORO Carpets, later taking on lines of oriental rugs. In 1981 he opened Maximilian's International Showrooms on Oak St. in New Orleans, selling wholesale fabrics, rugs, furniture and accessories to the trade. Over the years he received many awards from the American Society of Interior Designers Industry Foundation.
Max was a member of the New Orleans Orchid Society, having served as President. He was also a past member of The American Legion. Max was one of the most giving and generous persons you could ever meet, always with a smile and a joke.
He is survived by Brian Parr, his brother Al Mipro and many nieces and nephews.
Family members would like to thank the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Reserve, LA for the care and affection they gave to Max. He leaves behind a world of family and friends. Funeral services will be private.