Albert F. Doussan III

Albert F. Doussan, III passed away quietly on Monday, August 23, 2021 at the age of 80 following a brief illness. Born in New Orleans, LA on October 25, 1940 to the late Albert F. Doussan, Jr. and Katharine Landry Doussan, he became a long-time resident of nearby Metairie. He was married to his beloved wife, the late Magdalene “Maggie” Gunter Doussan for 49 years. He is survived by five children whom he deeply loved; Albert F. Doussan IV (Loan Doussan), Randy Spear (Rosalie Spear), Sheryl Doussan Galiano (Nicky Galiano), Alison Doussan and Herman Doussan (Michelle Doussan). He was blessed with the love of 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Also survived by two sisters, Dianne Doussan Paulson and Debra Doussan Riccobono and a brother, Don Doussan. He was known for his warm laugh and enthusiasm to gather with family and friends. Mr. Doussan graduated from Jesuit High School in New Orleans and was employed by Doussan, Inc. and subsequently Airgas, enjoying a successful career in sales that spanned nearly 50 years. Many of his clientele and industry peers became lifelong friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and in his latter years making birdhouses which he shared with friends, family and neighbors. He even enjoyed dressing up like Santa Clause for friends, family and different organizations around Christmas time. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial gathering at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Friday, September 17, 2021 beginning at 11:00 AM with a memorial service to follow at 1:00 PM in Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home’s chapel. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the United Way or any other charity of your choice. The online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.