1930
2018
JoAnn Greuling Mack, 88, passed away peacefully December 18, 2018 at her home in Baton Rouge. She was born in El Paso, Texas on Easter Sunday, April 20, 1930 to Lydia Elizabeth Nash Greuling and Ferdinand William Greuling. She graduated from Texas Western College (now University of Texas at El Paso) and enjoyed a lifelong career as a teacher. She married Russell Paul Mack in 1952. They and their four children moved to Baton Rouge in 1967. JoAnn taught English for 41 years, retiring from St. Amant High School in 1996. She enthusiastically supported her students' activities, especially the boys baseball team. She attended Victory Harvest Church. JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother William Nash Greuling. She is survived by her children, Sharon Mack Temple of Austin, Texas; Paula Nichols (and Jeff) of Southlake, Texas; Russell Paul Mack Jr. (and Janel) of Pensacola, Florida; and Susan Kaufman (and Robert) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. "GranGran" is survived by her 8 grandchildren -- Matthew, Suzanne, Amy, Camille, Stephen, Colton, Sarah and Laura -- and 3 great-grandchildren -- Daniel, Joel and Audrey. Her friends, colleagues and former students are invited to a celebration of life on January 19, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Lake House Reception, 12451 Old Hammond Hwy, Baton Rouge 70816, Terry Conrad officiating. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, P.O. Box 127, Baton Rouge, LA 70821; or the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, 10600 Choctaw Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815.
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My condolences to the family. May prayer comfort you during this difficult time. 1Thessalonians 5:17
January 26, 2019
Sorry to hear of your family's loss. The Bible tells us "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you." One of the principal ways to draw close to God is through prayer. Do not underestimate its value!
January 20, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers for Rusty and family.
Roy Ridgeway
January 19, 2019
Please take comfort in the fact that God will make you firm and He will make you strong . He will firmly ground you, at this time of sorrow . 1Peter 5:10
January 14, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family for your great loss. So many share your grief and are praying in behalf of your family during this grievous time. May God provide the needed comfort and support from family and friends during your time of mourning and beyond.
January 14, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the family find strength and from Almighty God during this time.
Ellen
January 13, 2019
JoAnn was such a blessing to us here at Victory Harvest Church. Such an encourager, if someone was down she was always able to make them laugh. She loved the Lord, and was faithful in her walk with the Lord. What an incredible woman! I loved her dearly. Praying the Lord blesses her family with much peace!
Barbara Funderburk
January 11, 2019
My condolences to the family. May you have peace and comfort during this time. Psalm 9:9
January 11, 2019
Ms. Mack was a wonderful teacher and person. My deepest sympathies to her family for your loss.
Kathleen Lambert
January 7, 2019
One of the teachers I thoroughly enjoyed at St Amant - she certainly had a passion for her students and cheering on the Gators. My prayers are with her loved ones as they must be missing this special lady.
Brandi Gonzales
January 6, 2019
Such a great person. She was one of the best. RIP Mrs. Mack.
John Duplessis St. Amant High Class of 87
January 6, 2019
Ms Mack was one of my favorite St Amant High School Teachers! I graduated in 1982 and our basketball team was really good. We travelled to many of the games and we knew she'd be there. She had a great cheer when the other team messed up. "You did it,you did it, yea you did it...biscuit head!"
Also, my mom was also a teacher at STAHS and she made a mean Swedish meatball dish that Ms Mack enjoyed. Ms Mack would let us have a "party" anytime my mom felt like making them.
I have thought about Ms Mack with such fondness over the years and prayer that her retired years were full. She was definitely loved.
Vania (Van) Phillips Wallace
Vania
January 6, 2019
One of the BEST in the business. She did and enjoyed it. Remember her being the Head Cheerleader at all of our St. Amant baseball games. RIP Ms. Mack
Wayne Grenfell
January 6, 2019
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mom and grandma. Your family was truly blessed to have shared so many years and memories with her. May God provide the needed comfort and support from family and friends during your time of mourning.
January 5, 2019
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