John Henry Bonck Jr.

John Harry Bonck, Jr, known by several nicknames including "J.H.,” "Little Harry” and just plain "Johnny”, died peacefully in his home in Pass Christian, MS, on February 19th, 2020, attended by his devoted wife and loving caregivers. Born in 1929 and raised in and around New Orleans by his high-powered executive father, Harry Senior and his beautiful but somewhat mercurial mother, Rhea, JH found stability and structure boarding with the Brothers of the Sacred Heart at St. Stanislaus Academy in Bay St Louis, MS. There he made the acquaintance of a pack of day students, the Arceneaux brothers, who lived in a large white house just down the bay front road from the school. A large part of the appeal of that household were the four lively Arceneaux sisters including Jeanne Gabrielle whom JH met when they were both 12 years old and whom he married in 1949; Jeanne was by his side as he passed from this world 71 years later. 

JH was an avid outdoorsman, sailor and a skilled amateur percussionist. He was president of the JH Bonck Co., manufacturer of sportswear and uniforms, known regionally as Tulane Shirts. 

He is mourned by his extended family and network of lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Juanda and his daughter, Jeannette.  He is survived by his spouse, Jeanne, his children John Harry, Jolie Louise, James Earl, Jay Marion and Jeffery Paul Bonck and his niece, Patricia Bick. His other niece, Suzann Bick has since passed away. The next generations include 11 grandchildren, four step-grandkids and two great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119, on his birthday, Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 at 2 PM with an informal service at 3 PM, followed by a second-line to Mandina’s Restaurant for a final toast.  Donations to a charity in his memory are welcome. Live plants or flowers are welcome and appreciated. Please be prepared to wear a mask if asked. 

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