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John Benjamin "JR" Regan Jr.

1944 - 2023

John Benjamin "JR" Regan Jr. obituary, 1944-2023, Metairie, LA

BORN

1944

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

Greenwood Funeral Home

5200 Canal Boulevard

New Orleans, Louisiana

John Regan Jr. Obituary

It is with profound sadness that the family of John "JR" Benjamin Regan, Jr of Metairie announce his peaceful passing on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the age of 78. He will be remembered by his children, Bryant (Jenifer), John III (Nicole); grandchildren Annabelle (25), Patrick (20), William (17) and John IV "Q" (12); as well as numerous relatives and friends. John is preceded in death by his beloved wife Fran, Anna May (mother), and John (father). A Native of New Orleans, JR had a big personality, and an even bigger heart. He took Immense pride in seeing his two sons grow into loving husbands and doting fathers. His ultimate joy was his grandchildren, all of whom relished spending time with "BoBo" Services will be held Friday, June 2, 2023 with a 10:30AM gathering and 11:00AM Liturgy of The Word at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70124. Donations can be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana, Inc. 8200 Hampson Street, Suite 229 New Orleans, LA 70118 (www.kidneyla.org), Louisiana SPCA (www.louisianaspca.org) or a charity of your choice.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 27 to Jun. 2, 2023.

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Angie westmoreland

July 22, 2023

So sorry to learn today of John´s passing. He as one of a kind

Ed Schaumburg

June 1, 2023

can only be one JR no replacement. love life like no other, mind was always working like a finely tuned machine.will be missed by many! Mopey Schaumburg

Robert Davis

June 1, 2023

I had not seen Bryant or JR in 20+ yrs. I was in town for Easter to visit my mom and family. Bryant called me to ask if I was in town. He picked me up and went to JR´s house for dinner. It was so awesome to see him and hang with him and Bryant. His Kentucky Derby party´s were legendary. I will miss him. Bryant and John thinking of you during this difficult time.

Bryan Dutt

May 31, 2023

I first meet John in December 1985, never forget that meeting and he never changed his grandiose personality,

John was always larger than life, huge with a booming voice and never timid to voice his opinion, john tried and most often did enjoy ever minute to the fullest. He is an impossible person to replace.

Dr Darrell Richards

May 30, 2023

John and I were Fraternity Bros. I loved this man as a friend( not in a romantic way)
He was all bark and no bite. He was a gentile Giant with a BIG HEART. I always had fun in OTMAC. He picked me most of the time. I miss him and have many great memories with him RIP dear brother. (KDT, PKT)

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Jeffrey Bohne

May 29, 2023

My Second Father My First baseball coach I will cherish all the great memories from Harahan Playground to Fishing in Shell Beach. I find comfort knowing you are reunited with Vera and I know deep in my Heart you are Up in heaven Partying with my Mom. Thank You for helping mold me into the man I am today.

Jeff Miller

May 29, 2023

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

William Harper

May 28, 2023

A friend for more than 60 years, my wife Elly and I will miss him greatly. May God Bless his soul and his entire family.

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Jun

2

Service

10:30 a.m.

Greenwood Funeral Home

5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124

Jun

2

Liturgy

11:00 a.m.

Greenwood Funeral Home

5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124

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5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124

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