William Louis Heuer III

William Louis Heuer, III passed away peacefully at the age of 75 on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Bill was born and raised in the New Orleans area where he attended and graduated from the New Orleans Academy (NOA). He graduated from the University of Southwest Louisiana in 1969 with Bachelors of Science degree. In the early years, Bill was an accountant. However, shortly after marrying his high school sweetheart and having daughters, Bill made the lifechanging decision to follow in his family’s heritage. He went to work on the mighty Mississippi River! He was very proud to work his way up from deckhand to riverboat Captain. He earned a Pilot’s license and cherished those nostalgic days on the Mississippi. Bill liked to hunt, fish and boat. He especially enjoyed the company of his life-long friends, many of whom he met while at NOA. He stayed close to his friends, experiencing almost every stage of life together; high school, football, dating, college, marriage, work, raising a family, divorce, grandchildren, and now death. He was a past member of the New Orleans Country Club, a member of the former Pendennis Club, and in several Carnival organizations. Bill is preceded by his parents Captain William Louis Heuer, Jr. and Mrs. Lucille Miller Heuer. He is survived by his daughters Ms. Elizabeth Heuer Hoffman of New Orleans, LA, Mrs. Catherine Frances Jinks of Atlanta, GA, and Mrs. Margaret Alicia Heuer; and his six grandchildren William Joseph Hoffmann, Helen Elizabeth Hoffmann, Hunter Gerard Hoffmann, Alicia Frances Coppedge, Ashley Catherine Coppedge, and Asia Anita Boeretto. Due to recent health concerns and restrictions, a private service will be held for Bill. He will be inurned at All Saints Mausoleum located in Metairie Cemetery. The family invites you to share fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.