Ronald John Elsensohn, Sr.

Ronald John Elsensohn, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 82.  He was born on Tuesday, December 23, 1941, in New Orleans and resided in Walker, LA.  He led a life filled with dedication and service. He proudly served and retired from the New Orleans Police Dept leaving a legacy of commitment and bravery. He also retired from Textron Land & Marine Systems/Bell Halter Marine.

After his second retirement, he continued to serve his community by driving a school bus for Hancock County School District in Kiln, Mississippi.  His faith in God was unshakeable, and he found solace and strength in attending church regularly. Ronald cherished his family above all else, finding his greatest joy in the company of his family.

Ronald’s hobbies included cheering on his children and grandchildren at their ball games, drag racing as a young adult, and completing puzzle books. He found peace and relaxation on the water, whether boating, fishing, or water skiing, as well as camping.  He delighted in the simple pleasures of French bread, donuts, and coffee. And most of all, he found the greatest joy in spending time with the love of his life, his beloved wife, Fay, their family and taking care of his dog, Zoey.  His greatest accomplishment was celebrating their 60 years of marriage.

His lifestyle was very active until a couple weeks before his death. He was always willing to help anyone with nothing in return. He had a genuine smile that made everyone around him feel his presence. He will be forever loved and cherished in the hearts of all those who knew him.

Ronald is survived by his beloved wife, Fay Lynn Adolph Elsensohn; children, Ron Elsensohn Jr. (Sheila), Sivi Elsensohn Miller (Mike), and Doug Elsensohn (Lisa); siblings, Judy A. Reilly (Mike), sister-in-law Margaret Adolph; grandchildren: Lane Elsensohn, Kristin E. Reynolds (Chase), Morgan Miller, Ashley Elsensohn, Melanie Miller, Matthew Elsensohn, and Mylie Elsensohn; and great-grandson: Rowan Reynolds.

Preceded in death by, his parents, Virgil R. Elsensohn Sr., and Loretta Fenerty Elsensohn; step-mother Rebecca Waltz Adolph Elsensohn; and siblings: Larry Elsensohn (Sylvia), Virgil Elsensohn Jr. (Peggy), and Claude Adolph.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian burial at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 15208 Highway 73, Prairieville, Louisiana 70769, on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, at 11:00 am. Visitation will be held at church prior to the service beginning at 9:00 am.

Inurnment will follow in Serenity Oaks Memorial Park in Prairieville, Louisiana.

A brief bereavement gathering will follow in the Community Center at St. John the Evangelist Church.

Arrangements entrusted to LN Hughes Funeral Services of Ponchatoula, Louisiana.