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John Lester Fourcade Sr.

FUNERAL HOME

Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home - Metairie

4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd.

Metairie, Louisiana

John Fourcade Obituary

John Lester Fourcade Sr. passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. He was 80 years old. John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce Musso Fourcade. Loving father of Betty Foret (Auggie), Barbara Jaskot (Stan), Jean Marie Fourcade, John Fourcade Jr. (Shari), and the late Peggy Ann Fourcade. Adored by his grandchildren Bridget (Jeff), A.J., Steven, John III, Brooke, Stanley Jr., and Matthew, and his great-grandchildren, Cameron, Tristan, Bailey, Lily, and Kingston. Loving brother of Thelma "Sister" Cusachs (George). Brother in law of Doris, Lynn, Mary (Billy), Joe (Blondel), Carol (Steve), and the late Anthony. Preceded in death by his parents, Etienne and Anena Donnell Fourcade, and brothers, Gene, Jack, and Bob. John will be greatly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was born in New Orleans, grew up in the St. Rock neighborhood, and has resided in Kenner for the past 57 years. John proudly served his country in the United States Army, and later retired from NOPSI and RTA. John was a member of the Classic Mustang Club and the MS. Mustang Club. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial from Divine Providence, 1000 North Starrett Road, Metairie, on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Metairie, on Friday evening, October 10, 2014 from 6:00 until 10:00, and again at church on Saturday from 10:00 until Mass time. Interment will follow in Lakelawn Park, New Orleans. An online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for John Fourcade

24 Entries

Timmy Gagliano

October 28, 2014

I remember john as being easy going and a good guy he will be missed .

Julie Johnson

October 27, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Mr John was always so kind to me. Will keep family in my prayers.

Bartlyn and John David

October 19, 2014

Joyce and Family,
So sorry to learn of the passing of John, Sr.

He and your entire family are in our prayers.

Jeff Riseden

October 15, 2014

John, my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man and will surely be missed.

Jazmin

October 12, 2014

My condolences to the family and friends. May you lean on God for comfort and strength. ( John 11 : 25 )

Bill Harvey

October 11, 2014

The world has lost a fine man with John's passing. He was always helpful to everyone and fun to be with. He had a great love for his family and for the old Mustangs. A classic New Orleans gentleman.

Bill Harvey
Belton , Texas

Lisa Smith

October 10, 2014

Ms. Joyce and Family ,We are so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Fourcade was such a nice person as I remember him coming over to the house to visit with my Dad (Andrew D'Antoni). May he rest in peace. Shirley and Lisa D'antoni

Moochie McDonald

October 10, 2014

Thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. So many fond memories.

October 10, 2014

Ms. Joyce and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Tessie, Kenny, Christine, Christopher and Kristen.

October 10, 2014

Jeannie and Barbara,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With deepest sympathy,
Your friends and co-workers at Entergy

Rainey Pearson

October 10, 2014

Miss Joyce and Bonnie, I am so sorry for your loss.I remember always talking to him at ceramic class. He was such a nice man.
Rainey

Bruce Godfrey

October 10, 2014

Dear Joyce and family. John was a dear friend and I would not be where I am today in my career if it not for John. My Condolence to all.
Bruce

mary dargis

October 10, 2014

Joyce,
We are so sad to hear of John's passing. JoAnn and I were just talking about him on Monday and decided we needed to come and visit ya'll at ceramic. He made us laugh for many wonderful years. I know you will miss him picking on you ,all in fun, the way he used to do. We were honored to be invited to your 50th anniversary party. I am so glad you celebrated big. We love you, Mary, Al, Michelle and Megan Dargis

GENE MILLSPAUGH

October 9, 2014

Dear Joyce: Am very saddened by the news of John's passing. He was a "true
gentleman," who I always looked forward to seeing and visiting at many, many Mustang gatherings, I share your loss . . .God Bless, gino, Gene Millspaugh,
Baton Rouge.

Patti Glenn

October 9, 2014

Joyce, I am so sorry to hear about John. He was such a kind person and will be sorely missed. Prayers to you and the family.

Darlene LeBreton

October 9, 2014

Another Angel has entered Heaven. May GOD bless you as you enter his home.Uncle John we love you a lot. We will truly miss you. You will continue to be in our hearts and prayers.No more pain
or suffering for you. . Now, Aunt Joyce you will need to learn how to do emails. Love to you and your family. Sissy Louise and Darlene

Anne Buck

October 9, 2014

Dear Fourcade Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. John's passing. I have such wonderful memories of spending time with Mr.John and Miss Joyce at the Mustang Club gatherings. He was such a sweet, kind man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Much love,
Anne Buck

Tot & Don Buck

October 9, 2014

Dear Fourcade Family,
We will miss John and his Mustang convertible! We will cherish our wonderful memories of Street Car Man and all the fun times we spent together.
I'm sure you all have wonderful, sweet memories also, to help you through this sad time.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you always,
Tot & Don Buck

Rhonda Couture

October 9, 2014

My prayers are with your family, so sorry for your loss

October 9, 2014

Dear Joyce, When I think of a warm heart ,caring person,and a kind soul,I think of streetcar man. His smile always made my day at the car shows. He is one of a kind and will be missed. With love,Cathy Ohaire

Bob, Kim & Gabrielle Jameson

October 9, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about 'Uncle' John. He has always been so kind to us. So many New Year's and Birthday celebrations. May God hold each of you just a little tighter as He comforts you in your grief.

Ann Musacchia

October 9, 2014

Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a sweet man. I remember many good times joking around with him.

Nancy Burtchaell

October 9, 2014

Dear Fourcade Family:

We're very sorry for your loss and offer our prayers.

Love, The Burtchaells

Lisa Vicknair

October 9, 2014

You will truly be missed "old man". No one could blush five shades of red like you. Ceramics will never be the same - who are we going to pick on now??? It was a pleasure!

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