A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in New Orleans for beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Judge Sean Patrick Early, 67, who passed away on August 20, 2024, at University Medical Center.
After graduating from Spring Hill College and Southern University Law Center, Sean served as a public defender representing the community he loved. Following eight years of service with the indigent defender’s office, Sean was elected as Municipal Court Judge where he served for 28 years.
In addition to fervently loving his family and having the biggest heart known to mankind, Sean was one of the most passionate (and loudest) Saints fans in the City of New Orleans.
He is predeceased by his parents, the Honorable Thomas A. Early, Jr. and his mother, Betty Franek Early. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Janie; children, Ryan (Katie) and Quinlan (Leslie); grandsons, Nolan and Jude; his sisters, Amy Korte (Rick), and Erin Belleau (Dr. Chris); nieces and nephews, Kami Korte, Charles, Wes, Austin, Kaily, & Holly Belleau; along with many other nieces, nephews and beloved cousins who were like siblings to him.
Family and friends are invited to the services. His visitation will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church located at 3368 Esplanade Ave. New Orleans, LA 70119 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and Mass will follow at 1:00 pm.
Serving as his pallbearers are Michael Sipos, Tommy Garic, Rick Korte, Mikey Sipos, Philip Sipos, Dr. Chris Belleau, Henry Rouquette and Colin Dahl. Honorary pallbearers will be Homer Durel and Kurt Sumrall.
