Louis "Louie" H. Strecker Jr.

Louis “Louie” H. Strecker, Jr. of Metairie, LA passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was born on October 21, 1947, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Louis H. Strecker, Sr. and Cecile Neupert Strecker. Louie grew up playing baseball with his two younger brothers and neighborhood friends. His physical energy only increased as he got older.

That energy became a lifelong discipline. For more than 30 years, Louie began each day at 4:30 a.m., heading to the gym for cardio and weightlifting, followed by breakfast with his longtime “breakfast boys” at Lagniappe Restaurant. The routine was non-negotiable and became as much about friendship and consistency as it was about fitness.

He proudly served in the Army National Guard, a commitment that reflected his strength, discipline, and sense of duty.

Louie owned and operated Strecker Construction for 50 years. Known for his meticulous carpentry and fair pricing, he built a business founded on loyalty and trust. His right-hand man, Benny Ray, became a third brother to him, and together they earned deep respect from clients.

Louie was known for his colorful language, unapologetic political incorrectness, and razor-sharp wit. He said the things most people only thought, and his delivery and timing made it impossible to take offense. What might have been shocking from someone else became part of his charm, and those who knew him best loved him all the more for it. He was obsessed with LSU, which surpassed even his love of golfing and fishing.

His strength never failed him. Louie fought his illness to his final breath. During this time, his faith grew deeply as he formed a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. He faced his illness with hope and peace, confident that when he met Jesus, his loving parents would be there to hold him in their arms once again.

Louie is survived by his daughters, Melissa Scheuermann (Dr. Rob), Amy Strecker, and Ashley Strecker (Daniel Guzman); two granddaughters, Brittany Wilson and Sophie Guzman, a grandson, Parrish Scheuermann; two brothers, Tommy (Vicki) Strecker and Greg (Kristi) Strecker. Also survived by his stepmother, Marcella Strecker; three ex-wives with whom he was on good terms, Karen Strecker, Carmen Bentley (Mike), and Marilyn Strecker; nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Visitation will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Eulogies will be shared at 7:00 pm. On Friday, January 23, 2026, visitation will begin at 10:00 am followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am in Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home's chapel. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Fond memories or condolences may be shared at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.