Eugene H. Juergens

Eugene (Gene) H. Juergens passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in his sleep Thursday June 14, 2018 in his home in Algiers, LA. He was born September 9, 1948 to Barbara and Leo Juergens in Philadelphia, PA. Gene was a member of the 1966 graduating class at Father Judge High School in Philadelphia. In 1971, Gene married Marilyn Juck, and together they had two children, Jennifer and Christopher. He completed his four-year apprenticeship to become a journeyman boilermaker in the U.S. Navy Shipyard in 1970. He thrived in this occupation for eight years, until being promoted to Ship Scheduler, two years later was again promoted to Boilermaker Foreman. In 1982 Gene moved to New Orleans, LA where he whole-heartedly enjoyed his life, and the remainder of his prestigious 40-year career as a contractor/surveyor for SUPSHIP, a branch of the Department of Defense. August 21, 1983 was a very important date for Gene; this was his initiation in to The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, West Bank Lodge 2496. He derived great pleasure serving his community as an Elk and has earned such esteemed leadership roles as Lodge Exalted Ruler three times, Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler, and State President. His 35 years of service alongside his brothers from the Elks were truly some of the most meaningful in his life. In April 1990 Gene was again married, to Catherine Liz Cox, but was unfortunately widowed, after her battle with leukemia. Some of his favorite activities were hunting, deep-sea fishing, racquetball, and an occasional round of golf. Gene is survived by his fiancée Deborah Gomez and his son Christopher Juergens. Visitation and funeral services will be held Wednesday June 20 at 11:00 AM for family, and 11:30 for friends at St. Anthony’s Church in Gretna, LA with a Mass to follow at 1:00 PM. Eugene will be laid to rest at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Gretna, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com .