John Hardy Hagood's Obituary
John Hardy Hagood passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on July 11, 1947 in New Orleans, LA to Nesbitt Ward Hagood and Mary Rose Comer.
John is survived by his beloved wife, Catherine “Cathy” Cooper Hagood; his daughters Shelley Parfait, Megan May (Marc), and Whitney Johnson (Trent); his seven grandchildren Ryan, Kayleigh, Jayce, Lyla, Gavin, Harper, and Gracelynn; and one great-grandchild Brody. He is also survived by his brother Nesbitt “Nebbie” Hagood and numerous nieces and nephews.
John is preceded in death by his son John Hardy Hagood, Jr. and his parents.
John grew up in Harahan, LA and graduated from East Jefferson High School. After graduation, he attended Southeastern Louisiana University and graduated with a BA in Accounting and Finance. He met his wife Cathy, married in 1979, and relocated to Bush, LA in 1983. He had a successful career as a CPA, Notary, and legal consultant, but was a jack of all trades. John was a “farmer” and raised cattle on his family farm. He was also recognized for being one of the first individuals to build a steel frame home in St. Tammany Parish. John was a family man and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 2:00 PM with visitation on Saturday beginning at 12:00 Noon. Interment will be private.
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