John C. Oswald, Jr.

John C. Oswald, Jr. passed away at his residence on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 94 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 20, 1930, in New Orleans and graduated from Francis T. Nicholls Senior High School. He was a Drum Major as well as an exceptional Trumpet Player. He received a music scholarship to LSU, where he met his loving wife, Joy. They were married on June 3, 1951, at St. Anthony Church.

John served in the United States Navy and Navy Reserve as Chief Warrant Officer IV for over 50 years. He served a tour of duty in the Korean War. He was an Engineer at the Telephone Company for 43 years and was a Commander in the American Legion Post 137. He was known as Mr. Iris of the Krewe of Iris.

Known as “Papa Johnny” to everyone, he had a kind and paternal spirit. He travelled worldwide, taking 68 cruises in his lifetime and loved visiting Europe.

John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Joy Brechtel Oswald; and his parents, John C. Oswald Sr. and Laura Meyers Oswald.

John is the loving father of Joni O. Delaney, Jayne O. Guillot (Carl) and Jodi Oswald (Dawn Wolkens). Adoring grandfather of Kristin Danflous, Derek Delaney Jr., David Guillot (Erin) and the late Jeana Guillot. Great-grandfather of Bailey, Riley, and Will Danflous.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. immediately followed by a 1:00 p.m. service in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home at 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, 70124. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum.

The family invites you to share fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com