Thomas E. Metz

January 23, 1928 - October 8, 2021

Thomas E. Metz, (formerly of Metairie) passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021 at the age of 93. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty Bascle Metz; his children Lisa M. Saunders and Thomas A. Metz; grandchildren Jonathan Saunders (Kim), Bradley Saunders (Sarah) and Kristina Metz and great grandchild Logan Saunders. Father-in-law to William (Billy) Saunders and Julie Bolden Metz. He was the son of the late Ivy Watkins Metz and Julius Andrew Metz, brother to Laurie (Red) Metz (Miriam) and Elsa Mae Stevens (Steve). Also survived by a host of nephews, nieces, and cousins. Mr. Metz served in the Navy, attended Gulf Radio School and was a long-time employee of WDSU for 40 years. He was a member of the local IBEW 1139 and was the Business Manager of Local IBEW 1139 for many years. In addition, he was instrumental in facilitating the public address system for the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo and while at WDSU was selected to be part of the engineering team to broadcast live the splashdown of Apollo 7 aboard the USS Essex. The family would like to thank Dr. Jose’ Blanco and all staff of St. Tammany Health System for their care and dedication during his hospitalization. Family and guests invited to a Visitation at Tharp-Sontheimer Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA 70001 on Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Graveside services will be private at Garden of Memories. No flowers or memorials requested. Donations to a charity of your choice preferred. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.