1927
George
2016
George Paul Moresi, Sr.
July 13, 1927 — February 23, 2016
Visitation will begin on Friday, February 26, 2016 at 8:00AM until 10:50AM with a recitation of the Rosary at 10:00 AM by the Legion of Mary. Visitation will take place at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Jeanerette, Louisiana.
A native and lifelong resident of Jeanerette, Mr. Moresi passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 8:27 PM at a his residence. Mr. Moresi served his country proudly as a member of the United States Navy during World War II. He was a part of the local VFW and American Legion. He graduated from the University of Southwestern Louisiana with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He was an Electrical Engineer for 50 plus years working as a self contractor and for Teche Electric. Enthusiastic in everything that he did, George was a beloved Scout Master for many years. He constructed many homes throughout Iberia Parish. George was responsible for bringing Black Oak Arkansas to Cypremort Point for a 4th of July Celebration. For 15 years he operated the Kris Kringle Christmas Tree Fields. He enjoyed tending to the trees and giving tours to the visiting school children and watching families harvest their own tree. He also enjoyed vegetable gardening and tending to his fruit orchard.
Mr. Moresi had a beautiful singing voice. He was a member of his church choir at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. As a caring person, he would volunteer at local nursing homes singing and entertaining the elderly. Mr. Moresi was a man of great value and tried to help everyone out in whatever way he could. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather and will be missed by many.
He is survived by his children George P. Moresi, Jr. & wife Karen of New Orleans, Jennifer Moresi Landry of Jeanerette, Daughter, Patricia Grubbs & husband Will of New Iberia, Becky Irving & and husband Sammy of New Iberia, David Moresi of Erath, Faye Buteau & husband Ricky of Jeanerette, Elizabeth Missy Guillory and husband Mitchell of Jeanerette, Mark Moresi of Jeanerette, John Moresi & wife Cindy of Jeanerette; Sister, Fay Moresi Foreman of Lafayette; Brother, Gerald Moresi and wife Merline of Lafayette; 26 Grandchildren; 31 Great Grandchildren; and 1 Great Great Grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Geraldine Daigle Moresi; Father, Antoine J. Moresi; Mother, Juanita Junca Moresi; and one Brother, Leroy Moresi.
Upholding the honor of Pallbearers are George Moresi Jr., David Moresi Sr., Mark A. Moresi, John C. Moresi, Sammy Irving, and Will Grubbs.
Family and friends wishing to express condolences can sign the online guestbook.
David Funeral Home - Jeanerette, 400 Provost St., (337)276-5151 is in charge of arrangements.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of George Paul Moresi, Sr., please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Friday, February 26, 2016
8:00 - 10:50 am (Central time)
Our Lady of the Rosary
Rosary
Friday, February 26, 2016
Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)
Our Lady of the Rosary
Catholic Mass
Friday, February 26, 2016
Starts at 11:00 am (Central time)
Our Lady of the Rosary
Burial
Friday, February 26, 2016
Starts at 12:15 pm (Central time)
Our Lady of the Rosary
Guestbook
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