Leon Joseph "Jack" Persac Jr.

Leon Joseph "Jack" Persac Jr. obituary, Baton Rouge, LA

Leon Persac Obituary

Leon Joseph "Jack" Persac, Jr., a native of Baton Rouge, passed away on September 19, 2019, at the age of 93. He was a graduate of Catholic High School and LSU. Jack proudly served in the Air Force during WWII as a B17 bomber ball turret gunner while stationed in Thurleigh, England. He founded Persac Insurance Agency in 1954 and retired 50 years later. He is survived by: his wife of 71 years, Bernadine Denson Persac; one daughter Adrienne Taylor and husband Bob; four sons - Jack, III and wife Paulette, Bill and wife Leigh Ann, David and wife Terry, and Thomas and wife Fay; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Leon Joseph Persac, Sr. and Linnie Byrne Persac. A visitation will be held Sunday, September 22, 2019, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, September 23, 2019 at 1:30 pm at St. Joseph Cathedral, 412 North Street. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Park, 4045 North Street.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 20 to Sep. 23, 2019.
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Barry Jarreau

September 24, 2019

David, I am so sorry to hear about your dad.
You and your family are in my prayers.

Anne Montelaro

September 23, 2019

I was fortunate enough to work for Mr. Persac for nearly twenty-five years. He was a man of distinction, with many fine qualities. To all of his family, may faith, love, and your memories of him ease the pain of your loss.
My sincerest condolences.

Tammy Mayer

September 23, 2019

Dear Bernie and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jack. He was a kind man and always a gentleman. His calm spirit and warm smile will never be forgotten. He lives on in his greatest legacy - his wonderful children, grandchildren and great grandchildren! I pray that your happy memories of him will bring peace and comfort to you at this difficult time. May God continue to bless you and give you strength.

Pearl & Bobby Wimberley

September 22, 2019

He was one of the best old neighborhoodand I am not going to miss him. I am going to keep him in my prayers

Paul Leeper

September 22, 2019

Growing up in Meadow Lea subdivision, Mr. and Mrs. Persac were in the group of great parents, the ones you liked so much and were easy to be around. Mr. Persac was so kind to me always, and my parents surely enjoyed their company at every opportunity! It was an honor to know him, and I know he will be sorely missed. God bless!

Louise Slack Bruce

September 21, 2019

Jack, Sorry to read the passing of your dad. I remember him from the old neighborhood. He was true gentleman.

Richard Reed

September 21, 2019

Mrs. Persac, Jack and family,
I am so saddened to hear about the loss of Mr. Persac. I am blessed to know such a fine and class man. He will be greatly missed with great memories and love.
God Bless

Lee Fortier

September 21, 2019

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