Maurice P. Cusachs Jr.

Maurice Peter Cusachs Jr. passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026. Born on July 16, 1935, in New Orleans, Louisiana, he was the beloved son of the late Maurice Peter Cusachs Sr. and Lucille Soniat-Dufossat Cusachs.

Maurice was preceded in death by his loving wife, Theresa Cusachs; his parents; his sister, Elaine Cusachs Guidry; and his brother, George Cusachs.

He is survived by his loving family, including his sister, Yvonne Cusachs Eiswirth; and his sisters-in-law, Thelma Cusachs and Ann (Shuri) Rodriguez. He leaves behind his children: Maurice Cusachs III, Rod Cusachs (Kassie), Marie-Theresa Cusachs, Alecia Richard (Brandon), and Joachim "Joey" Cusachs (Kayla). He was a proud grandfather to Madelyn, Luke, Jake, Audrey, Porter, Cohen, Kyle, Asher, and Rhett, and step-grandfather to Grace (Garrett), Caleb, and Landon. He will also be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Maurice dedicated many years of service as the head supervisor at the Housing Authority of New Orleans, where he worked faithfully until his retirement at the age of 65. He was also a proud member of the United States National Guard. A man of strong faith, he found great joy in his involvement with the Monday Night Disciples and in attending Bible study.

Maurice will be remembered for his quick wit, his steady presence, his devotion to family, and the friendships he cherished throughout his life. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, March 27, from 10:30 am-11:30 am at St. Ann Church and National Shrine, 3601 Transcontinental Dr., Metairie, LA 70006. A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:30 am. Interment will be in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. In lieu of flowers, Masses may be offered.

Fond memories and expressions of condolences may be shared at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.