Bernard B. Seary, Jr.

Bernard Benjamin Seary, Jr. passed peacefully in his sleep Thursday, July, 16, 2020, surrounded by loved ones. Bernard was born on October 27, 1930 in New Orleans and had a wonderful life here on Earth for 89 years. Bernard was a graduate of St. Aloysius High School in New Orleans. He answered his Country's call and enlisted in The United State Marine Corps where he served bravely and proudly in the Korean War. Afterwards, he returned to work as an installer at South Central Bell, where he later became plant manager. Throughout his many years at South Central Bell, he was blessed to have met some lifelong friends. Pursuing a dream, he partnered with a friend in the vending and catering business at Automatique of N.O. He was later employed by Automatic Coin for several years. Bernard was a man of great faith, who provided generously for his family to the end. He is survived by his beloved family, his daughter, Cristine Ponthier, his granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Jasmine and Jake Ohler, his adored great-grandchildren, Jacob Gabriel, Benjamin Joseph, and Lilly Kate and his furry little sweetheart, Squirt. Bernard is preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Engeron Seary, his son-in-law, Glenn A. Ponthier, his parents, Bernard Benjamin Seary, Sr. and Louise Singer Seary, his mother and father-in-law, Isia Thibodaux and Aaron Joseph Engeron and his daughter, Melinda K. Seary. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 23, 2020, at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Metairie from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, followed by a Mass. Burial Services will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the LA-SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70114. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit lakelawnmetairie.com.