Mark Jules Faurie Sr. 1955 – 2022
Mark Jules Faurie Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the age of 67. He was the beloved husband of Patti Johnson Faurie. Loving father of Mark Faurie Jr. and Brent Faurie (Renee). Step-father of Douglas Eiserloh III (Linda) and Amy Eiserloh O’Berry (Danny). Son of the late Wallace Faurie and Odile Barousse Faurie. Brother of the late Lynn Faurie Breuhl (Robert) and Gene M. Faurie (Debbie). He is also survived and fondly remembered by his 12 grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Mark was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Ponchatoula, LA. He enjoyed a long career as a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and was a big fan of Mardi Gras, enjoying a membership with the Krewe of Endymion for over 25 years.
He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and cared deeply for those around him. He was well loved and affectionately known for his good nature and generous heart. He will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, step-father, grandfather and brother, who treasured his family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2624 Burgundy St., New Orleans, LA 70117 on Wednesday, March 9 from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm, followed by a funeral service in Mark’s memory beginning at 2:30 pm. He will be laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Mark to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in New Orleans or Hammond, LA at 707 W Dakota St., Hammond, LA 70401. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
