BORN
1926
DIED
2017
Louis MECEY Obituary
Born January 1, 1926 and departed this life surrounded by his loving family on February 4, 2017.
Loving father, devoted husband and friend to many.
Survived by his loving wife Naomi Nassour Koury-Mecey, Son John Steven Mecey and wife, Kathy Webb Mecey. Two Grandchildren, Daniel Ray Mecey, wife Jourdan Parker Mecey and Kendall Elise Mecey. Three Great grandchildren Brooklyn, Savannah and Quinn Mecey.
Born to Bertha and John Mecey, immigrants from Lebanon, Louis spent his younger years helping his father with his fruit market. After graduation from High School, he joined the US Army Air Corp. Back home in Austin, waited his love, Anna Nicholas, they were married upon his return in 1947 and were happily married for 38 years, before her passing in 1985. They had one son, John Steven Mecey, in 1954.
Louis was one of the founding members of Guarantee National Bank in Austin. He was a dedicated member of Saint Elias Eastern Orthodox Church, his entire life and chaired the Mediterranean Festival fundraiser for the church, for many years. Louis was among the founding members of the Austin Lebanese American Club, as well as a member of The Cedars of Lebanon, in Austin.
God blessed him with love again and in 1997, he married Naomi Koury. Happily married for the past 20 years, Naomi and her children, Daughter Cheryl Koury, her sons Samuel and Benjamin Langford, Son Robert Koury and wife Jody, their daughters, Amy and Michelle and Daughter Stephanie Koury, grew his family in love even more.
Louis was a man of immense integrity and generosity. Always giving credit to, "The Good Lord". May his Memory be Eternal.
Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Cook Walden Funeral Home at 6100 North Lamar Blvd. Trisagion will be recited at 7:00 PM that evening.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at St. Elias Eastern Orthodox Church, 408 E 11th Street, Austin, Texas. Interment will follow in Assumption Cemetery.
To share condolence with the family, please visit www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com.
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Martha Koock Ward
March 28, 2017
Dearest Naomi,
I am remembering the loving concern you shared with me, as Louis' health began to fail. What tender care and respect you demontrated in every aspect of his final months, supporting his dignity and stature that were the hallmarks of his life of loving his you, his family and community. Thank you, and may you know comfort.
February 13, 2017
Dear Naomi - Please accept my condolences with regard to Louis's passing and my apologies for missing the visitation and funeral. Louis was a wonderful man who always took the time to share his own experiences with me as I was learning my trade in the restaurant and bar industry. Over the years, we visited regularly at Foothills at The Hyatt, Gilligan's and Fleming's. You two seemed to be perfectly matched soul mates, and Louis often expressed to me the importance of having a good partner, how much you had brought to his life and how much you meant to him. Please know that my prayers are with you both. Darryl R. Wittle (Austin TX)
Nancy Hrin
February 11, 2017
Our prayers are with Naomi and family.
Nancy Hrin
February 10, 2017
One of the finest Christians we have ever known--may his memory be eternal.
very rev. fr. john and cheryl morris
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Lyndon Langford
February 9, 2017
You will be missed.
Lincoln
Wally Freytag
February 8, 2017
Dear Johnny and entire Mecey Family:
So sorry to hear the passing of your Dad. I know this a difficult time for the entire family, but reflect on the wonderful things that occured in his lifetime. You'll will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully
Wally and Helen Freytag
February 8, 2017
Dear Naomi, John and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Louis. I am traveling this week and was able to see the obituary reading the Austin paper on line.
Louis was a very good man and one I consider a dear friend. I have known him through business for 30 or more years. He was honest and always forthright and a pleasure to do business with no matter what the issue.
I am truly sorry I have missed his service. I know how much he valued his church. It would have been an honor to be there with him. I, like many in Austin, will miss him. I am sorry for your loss.
Kindest Regards
Bill Horabin
darlene freitag
February 8, 2017
Dear Naomi,
I just read that your precious husband has gone to be with Our Savior.
Knowing you have a wonderful support-group and unshakable faith I know you will fine. Losing someone we love is incredibly hard but in time your grief will lessen and your memories of Louie will give you so much solace.
Love always your cousin, Darlene
February 8, 2017
Naomi,
May you find comfort in your memories and peace in your faith.
In sympathy and friendship.
Mary Elledge & Forrest Troutman
Gene Reischman
February 8, 2017
I remember Louis standing outside his bar talking on the telephone with a 25' cord so that he could hear the conversation. Good friend, all will miss him.
February 7, 2017
I was saddened to read of your loss this morning in the newspaper. My 1st husband and I attended UT and were regulars at Louie's from the fall of 1968 through the fall of 1969 when he graduated. Louis was the kindest dearest person to us and our friends, always friendly and so glad to see us with his wonderful smile. I saw him a couple of years ago at HEB off Far West and broke in to tears. We spoke, and he said that occasionally he had the experience of someone from those times recognizing and speaking to him (not necessarily with tears). He made the world a better place. With very kindest regards to all of his family. Melanie Walter-Mahoney
Bess Mitchell
February 7, 2017
Louis was an extraordinary good friend and mentor. His compassion and strength in difficult times sustained me more than words can express. He was a fine, loving gentleman who will be gravely missed in years to come.
February 7, 2017
Louis was a great friend. i was there for the closing of Louis's bar (lost the t shirt). Louis and his brother(john) I think were customers at am. bank, I loaned them money to build apt. In san Marcos, and never had to call them about business. They were men of their word, usually based on a hand shake. See you on the next side my friend. Fred m minter
Sam Kelley
February 7, 2017
We have been friends since September 1955. Louis helped relieve the boredom of law school for me and many others. Bon Voyage old friend.
February 7, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family. I am currently out of town and cannot be with you at this trying and sad time, but my prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Mary Ghaleb
scotty sayers
February 7, 2017
I had the pleasure of knowing Louis during the many afternoons and evenings I spent with the ultimate owner/barkeep/psychologist. What great memories for my generation.......Sinatra, Beta Bowl, Aces and Kings and the man himself. Condolences and prayers to the family of this great human being.
February 7, 2017
A dear friend for over 60 years and one of the most ethical men I have ever known. I will miss him greatly.
Joe Christie
Rob Riviere
February 7, 2017
My prayers go out to the Mecey Family. I will definitely have beer tonight and toast Louie................while listening to Sinatra. Great man, and even better friend. RR
Robert Harrison
February 7, 2017
I knew Louie well around 1950, when I was an undergraduate at UT. He was tending bar at Pete's Around the Corner, just off Guadalupe,, and was so popular there with the patrons that he opened his own place, Louie's, at 18th and San Jacinto. He was everybody's friend, affable and very intelligent. Requiescat in pace, Louie.
Diana Welsch
February 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mecey family. May his memory be eternal. I will miss the smiling and welcoming face of Louis every Sunday when I came to St. Elias.
Erica Douma
February 7, 2017
I have heard once that we are often prepared yet never ready to say goodbye to our loved ones. It's clear from all the kind words from others that he was dearly loved. My thoughts go out to you and your family in this time of sadness.
Dana White
February 7, 2017
You can always tell the caliber of the parents by the character of their children. Reading this obituary only confirms what I already knew from knowing John - Louis was a man that loved people and loved making them feel special. He invested in others and passed that skill on to John. We are so sorry for your loss.
Robert Allen
February 7, 2017
He treated me the more kindly than any man in the neighborhood... I learned a great deal about explaining the world to young men by emulating him...
A true and honest gentleman.
Larry Nohra
February 6, 2017
We are sorry about your great loss. Sending our deepest sympathy to the whole family of Louis, whom I have known all my life. God bless all of you.
Mike Strong
February 6, 2017
Eternal be your memory, godfather. You were a pillar of faithfulness.
Dave Harding
February 6, 2017
My heart, thoughts and prayers goes out to everyone who has been touched with the passing of Mr. Mecey. He will always be just a thought away.
Deacon Elisha Long
February 6, 2017
Louis was always so kind and welcoming. He will be missed! His hospitality means much to our family. May his memory be eternal!
Emil SAYEGH
February 6, 2017
Louis is an amazing man, that has taught us all so much. I know Louis is resting, rightfully so, with his lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Louis was a treasure and role model in every sense of the word. He will be missed, but his legacy will remain always present. May his memory be eternal.
Nicolas and Julia Bechara
February 6, 2017
We will truly miss Louis he is forever in our memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Mecey family. We can hardly walk through the back of St. Elias and not see him standing there to greet us as he has done the last 35 years. We look forward to seeing you again Louis. Eternally your memory. The Bechara's
George Oldziey
February 5, 2017
I loved Louis like a father. We became great friends at St. Elias Church, and I always sought his advice when I was a member and eventual chair of the Mediterranean Festival and Church Council. I will always remember him fondly.
Sandra Justice
February 5, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and John. God has claimed another angel. Rest In Peace Louie and hope you are jamming with Frank!
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