James Leroy Flood Sr.

James Leroy Flood, Sr, 86, died on Monday March 26, 2007. Born March 10, 1921, in New Orleans, LA, Jimmy was the only child of James S. and Josephine Leroy Flood. He graduated from Jesuit High School and Loyola University in New Orleans. Jimmy married Beverly May Ducote in August of 1943. Together they raised seven boys and he devoted himself to them. He was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word who always had a kind word for everyone he met. Jimmy was a loving husband and father; a fine example to his sons and grandchildren. The family was active in all aspects at St. Stephen's Church and School in New Orleans until moving to Jackson in 1965. Jimmy was an officer in The Knights of Columbus in New Orleans. He was very proud of his Irish/ German heritage and the fact that his great-grandfather was the original owner of what is now Tipitina's in New Orleans. Jimmy was an accomplished violinist, eloquent speaker and was best known for his genuine sense of humor. He enjoyed gardening and had a deep appreciation for animals. His sons appreciated his sense of humor and his knowledge and love of current events. He was a lifelong and active member of the Catholic Church. Professionally, he taught at Loyola University, worked for the US Department of Labor then retired after many years in the insurance industry after which he started a private accounting business. He is preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife, Beverly of 61 years and his grandson, James (Jay) Collins Flood . He is survived by his seven sons: J. Michael of Madison; Donald and wife Kay of Jackson; Ralph and wife Fran of Madison; James, Jr. and wife Sheila of Jackson; Paul and wife Loretta of Jackson; Stephen and wife Jane of New Orleans, LA; David and wife Lori of Madison; his eleven grandchildren: Nicole Cooley and husband Robert; Amy Dana and husband Mark; Kelly Rembe and husband Scott; Jessica Rives and husband Nathan; Kevin, Pete, Josh, Katie, Cody and Callie Ann Flood. Visitation will be at St. Richard's Catholic Church from 5-7 PM, Thursday with a prayer service at 7:00PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Richard's at 11:00AM, Friday with burial in Parkway Memorial Cemetery on Highland Colony Parkway in Ridgeland. Memorials may be made in Jimmy's name to St. Richard's Catholic Church, 1242 Lynnwood Dr., Jackson, MS. 39206, or to your favorite charity. Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home of Ridgeland is in charge of arrangements.