JOHN PHILIP ORDOYNE, affectionately known as Phil and Eagle during his lifetime, passed away on July 26, 2021 after a lengthy hospital stay in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was 69 years old. Phil’s heart may have been weak medically, but his kindness and generosity knew no bounds. He was a true friend to many and a gentle soul. Phil was born on February 4, 1952 in Port Hueneme, California into a military family. After graduating from the University of Virgina in 1974 with a B.A. in History, Phil was drawn to Louisiana and his family’s strong Cajun roots. It was in New Orleans that he embarked on a successful 45-year journey in the wine business, first as a retailer, importer, and then as the wine manager for Mr. B’s Bistro. He taught wine classes through the University of New Orleans for several years and was, of course, the sommelier for all of his float krewe lunches every Mardi Gras. A lacrosse champion, Phil was a natural born goalie. He joined Tulane Lacrosse Club in 1976, playing for Dr. Rix Yard. Phil was in goal when the New Orleans Lacrosse Club won the SWLA championship in 1982. During the next 25 years, he continued to win championships in his age division at the annual Vail Lacrosse Tournament. Phil is preceded in death by his parents, Lucien Philip Ordoyne and May Burns Ordoyne, his sister, Laura Ordoyne Monger, and his niece Jessica Burns McNamara. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Fran Phillips Ordoyne. Sharing similar interests and devoted to one another, Fran and Phil enjoyed weekends at Maypop, annual trips to the wine country and the Masters, cheering for the Hoos, tailgating at Saints’ games or just being at home in the French Quarter with their dogs Pinot and Brie and hosting their many friends. He is also survived by his two sisters, Susie Ordoyne McNamara (Jack) and Lisa Lucienne Ordoyne Custer and a host of nephews, nieces and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. Visitation is from 9:30 am to 11:00 am, followed by a service at 11:00 am. A graveside ceremony will be held after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Virginia Athletics Foundation, 1815 Stadium Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903, The National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 or USA Lacrosse, 2 Loveton Circle, Sparks, MD 21152.
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