James Coulter Faust

James Coulter Faust passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 94. Jimmy was born on November 16, 1930 to Melusine Modinger Faust and Frank Lawrence Faust. He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Jewel Marcotte Faust; his three brothers, William David Faust, Robert Lawrence Faust, Frank Lawrence Faust, Jr.; and grandson, Matthew Coulter Kirkwood. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and is survived by his daughters, Catherine Kirkwood (the late Jerry), Lyn Ballay (John), and Ellen Schully (Barry) as well as 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Jimmy graduated from Fortier High School in 1947 and Tulane University in 1951. He served his country as a first lieutenant in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his military service, he joined his father at Audiphone Hearing Instruments in 1953, where he helped the hearing impaired for over 65 years. In addition he served as President of the Louisiana Society of Hearing Aid Specialists. He was a lifelong member of Christ Church Cathedral where he served as an acolyte, usher, lay reader, vestry member, lay Eucharistic minister and a devout parishioner. Jimmy's life was marked by a deep love of family and service to others. The family is grateful for the kindness and compassionate care given by Sarah, Edith and Blanca. A funeral service will be held at Christ Church Cathedral on Friday, July 18,2025 at 10:00 am with visitation beginning at 9:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Christ Church Cathedral, 2919 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115. Interment to follow with family at Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans.