John David Peri, (J.D.) age 63, was born on October 23, 1963, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and passed away on October 24, 2026 just after his 63rd birthday. He was a native of New Orleans and a long time resident of Ponchatoula.
John worked as a geoscience technician in the oil industry bringing steady dedication and care to his profession.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Janell Peri; his father, Robert V. Peri Sr; his sisters, Beth Camet (Joseph), Rhonda McCollough (Chet) and Eileen Peri; and his brothers, Robert V. Peri Jr (Aimee) and Gregory Peri (Debra) Also survived by his beloved extended family, including his sister-in-law Monica Wildebrandt and her husband (Ott Wildebrandt)
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gasper Peri Sr. and Katherine Peri ; and his mother Gwendolyn Thomas Peri.
John had a love for music, playing drums and fishing-interests that reflected a life rooted in rhythm, companionship and time well spent. All meaningful pursuits that brought the family together.
The family extends special thanks to John’s neurosurgeon, Dr Benjamin Brown; Dr Andrew Elson of Mary Bird Perkins; and his oncologist, Dr Georges Tanios; and of course St. Tammany Hospice for their care and support.
Visitation will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA, on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 9:00 am until Mass beings at 11:00 am. A graveside service will follow at All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery.
