John Lawrence Mahony

1924 - 2020

Aug. 22, 1924- Sept. 20, 2020 John Lawrence Mahony passed away on September 20, 2020. He was born in New Orleans to the late John Daniel Mahony and the late Lillian Herkender Mahony. John was predeceased by his brother Daniel Kenneth Mahony, his sister Helen Lois Mahony, and his partner of over 50 years Robert Arthur Moody. He is survived by his nieces Julie Pizzeck and Charlene Mahony, as well as a great-niece Monique Long and great-nephews Tyler Pizzeck and Hunter Pizzeck. John was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, attended Alcee Fortier High School and graduated in 1942, a graduate of Tulane University Business College in 1949, was a member of the U.S. Army Air Corp, flying combat missions during World War II. John was employed by several local and national corporations during his working life, including Universal Services National, providing offshore catering and retired in December 1989. He became a world traveler for twelve years and visited 72 countries worldwide. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 12:15 pm in the J. Garic Schoen Chapel of JACOB SCHOEN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am and continue until service time. "Due to the current restrictions in Orleans Parish, only a limited number of relatives and friends are allowed to attend the funeral services and are required to practice social distancing as well as wear face coverings at the funeral home. The family is grateful for your understanding and compassion." Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com.