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Joachim H. 'Harry' Viosca Mandeville, LA QCWA # 12607 |
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Joachim Harrison (Harry) Lorimer Viosca, Jr. passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020, at the age of 93. Husband by first marriage to the late Edwina Haller Viosca and by second marriage to Inez Moran Viosca. Loving father of Daniel P. Viosca (Carolyn), Daryl M. Viosca (Rebecca), Douglas E. Viosca, Dena L. Viosca, Deborah V. Ingraham, Dawn V. Skinner (Shawn), and the late Dianne V. Godbold (James). Son of the late Mildred Sintes Viosca and Harry Lorimer Viosca, Sr. Brother of Roy H. Viosca and the late Miriam (Mimi) V. Henry. Grandfather of 19, great-grandfather of 24, and great-great grandfather of 1. Also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Harry was a New Orleans native where he, his siblings, and his cousins helped his father with the Louisiana Reptile Farm. He graduated from Warren Easton High School and later received his engineering degree from Louisiana State University. Harry worked as an engineer with Boeing at Michoud, turning down promotions up north because he didn't want to leave the New Orleans area. He worked for, and retired from, the Department of Energy. Harry and his first wife moved their family of six children across the lake to Mandeville as soon as the first Causeway Bridge was opened. They welcomed their seventh child a year later. He was an avid ham radio enthusiast for years operating as W5OSD. Harry also was one of the original members of Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church where he was an active member of the parish, serving in various ministries including being an usher and Eucharistic Minister for many years. He was an active Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus as well.
His constant smile, 'Harryisms', and "punny" sense of humor will greatly be missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 1501 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471 on Monday, January 20, 2020, at 12:00 noon. Visitation at the church on Monday begins at 10:00 AM. Reception immediately following service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Harry Viosca be made to the charity of your choice.