Survived by his wife of over 56 years, Joanne Barker (sister of Paul, Charlene, Mary Beth), children Matthew (Ala), Charlotte, Mark (Sarah), Luke (Mary), Jeanette "GiGi" (Joe), and Paulette; 34 Grandchildren; 18 Great-Grandchildren; siblings James "Buzzy" of Metairie LA, Julie of Houston TX, Douglas of Carencro LA, Victor of Saint Augustine FL; and hundreds of cousins, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
He is preceded in death by his parents VJ Gianelloni Jr and Jeanette Singleton, and his sister Marcia "Muffet" Gianelloni.
Jay spent most of his childhood years in Baton Rouge in a post-WWII America, learning a lot about farming and agriculture, raising sheep and cattle, and winning dozens of 4H awards for his livestock. Attended Saint Agnes and then Catholic High, where he played football and ran track. Received a Congressional Appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Jay was very proud of his time at Kings Point where he spent a year at sea before he was 20 years old, and earned an Engineering degree with the Class of 1964. He experienced the diversity of the world at this young age, including dancing with African tribes, being "tree'd" by a white rhinoceros, and charged by a bull elephant! Kings Point undoubtedly shaped his perspective on the complexity of the world, and helped him form a deep interest in geo- politics. Family dinners were always filled with what he termed "stimulating conversation."
Jay obtained his Juris Doctorate from Loyola School of Law in 1970. By age 30 he was both an Engineer and Attorney. He was also a member of the Coast Guard Reserve, achieving the rank of Commander before retirement. His wide-ranging skills and interests were given in service to a variety of careers: High School Teacher, Football/Track/Wrestling Coach, LA Congressional Staff, Director of LA Marine and Petroleum Institute, Marine Vocational Trainer and Consultant, Army Corps of Engineers, and the US Coast Guard. His life included a total of 11 years and 4 months at sea.
While in Law School, Jay met his wife, Joanne, and they married on April 2nd, 1966 at Holy Name of Jesus in New Orleans. Six children were born by 1978.
His philosophy as a father was one of an old-school football coach: toughness and discipline built on love and sacrifice for the team.
Jay was deeply principled, unshakable in his beliefs. His opinions were firmly rooted in a comprehensive study of history, logic, facts, reason, and philosophy, including his deeply held religious beliefs. To many people, Jay was a stoic man of very few words. However, those closest to him know he was truly NOT a man of few words. He could speak for hours without interruption providing "irrefutable supporting evidence" on any position he took on topics he considered important. Jay joked: "I thought I was wrong once…but I was mistaken."
Jay liked: brainteasers and problem-solving; engines and oil; ships and the sea; farms and agriculture; law and logic; Roger Whitaker music and road trip singing; and praying the rosary with Joanne and the kids.
Jay LOVED: his family, Saint Dominic, Saint Jude, Saint Joseph, our Blessed Mother, and our Lord God above all.
In lieu of flowers (which Jay would never want!) the family's first preference is donations directly to the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, PO Box 587, Gibson, LA 70356. Alternatively, you may make a donation to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory by checking the box "Dedicate My Donation" at: https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude
He is preceded in death by his parents VJ Gianelloni Jr and Jeanette Singleton, and his sister Marcia "Muffet" Gianelloni.
Jay spent most of his childhood years in Baton Rouge in a post-WWII America, learning a lot about farming and agriculture, raising sheep and cattle, and winning dozens of 4H awards for his livestock. Attended Saint Agnes and then Catholic High, where he played football and ran track. Received a Congressional Appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Jay was very proud of his time at Kings Point where he spent a year at sea before he was 20 years old, and earned an Engineering degree with the Class of 1964. He experienced the diversity of the world at this young age, including dancing with African tribes, being "tree'd" by a white rhinoceros, and charged by a bull elephant! Kings Point undoubtedly shaped his perspective on the complexity of the world, and helped him form a deep interest in geo- politics. Family dinners were always filled with what he termed "stimulating conversation."
Jay obtained his Juris Doctorate from Loyola School of Law in 1970. By age 30 he was both an Engineer and Attorney. He was also a member of the Coast Guard Reserve, achieving the rank of Commander before retirement. His wide-ranging skills and interests were given in service to a variety of careers: High School Teacher, Football/Track/Wrestling Coach, LA Congressional Staff, Director of LA Marine and Petroleum Institute, Marine Vocational Trainer and Consultant, Army Corps of Engineers, and the US Coast Guard. His life included a total of 11 years and 4 months at sea.
While in Law School, Jay met his wife, Joanne, and they married on April 2nd, 1966 at Holy Name of Jesus in New Orleans. Six children were born by 1978.
His philosophy as a father was one of an old-school football coach: toughness and discipline built on love and sacrifice for the team.
Jay was deeply principled, unshakable in his beliefs. His opinions were firmly rooted in a comprehensive study of history, logic, facts, reason, and philosophy, including his deeply held religious beliefs. To many people, Jay was a stoic man of very few words. However, those closest to him know he was truly NOT a man of few words. He could speak for hours without interruption providing "irrefutable supporting evidence" on any position he took on topics he considered important. Jay joked: "I thought I was wrong once…but I was mistaken."
Jay liked: brainteasers and problem-solving; engines and oil; ships and the sea; farms and agriculture; law and logic; Roger Whitaker music and road trip singing; and praying the rosary with Joanne and the kids.
Jay LOVED: his family, Saint Dominic, Saint Jude, Saint Joseph, our Blessed Mother, and our Lord God above all.
In lieu of flowers (which Jay would never want!) the family's first preference is donations directly to the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, PO Box 587, Gibson, LA 70356. Alternatively, you may make a donation to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory by checking the box "Dedicate My Donation" at: https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude
Survived by his wife of over 56 years, Joanne Barker (sister of Paul, Charlene, Mary Beth), children Matthew (Ala), Charlotte, Mark (Sarah), Luke (Mary), Jeanette "GiGi" (Joe), and Paulette; 34 Grandchildren; 18 Great-Grandchildren; siblings James "Buzzy" of Metairie LA, Julie of Houston TX, Douglas of Carencro LA, Victor of Saint Augustine FL; and hundreds of cousins, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
He is preceded in death by his parents VJ Gianelloni Jr and Jeanette Singleton, and his sister Marcia "Muffet" Gianelloni.
Jay spent most of his childhood years in Baton Rouge in a post-WWII America, learning a lot about farming and agriculture, raising sheep and cattle, and winning dozens of 4H awards for his livestock. Attended Saint Agnes and then Catholic High, where he played football and ran track. Received a Congressional Appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Jay was very proud of his time at Kings Point where he spent a year at sea before he was 20 years old, and earned an Engineering degree with the Class of 1964. He experienced the diversity of the world at this young age, including dancing with African tribes, being "tree'd" by a white rhinoceros, and charged by a bull elephant! Kings Point undoubtedly shaped his perspective on the complexity of the world, and helped him form a deep interest in geo- politics. Family dinners were always filled with what he termed "stimulating conversation."
Jay obtained his Juris Doctorate from Loyola School of Law in 1970. By age 30 he was both an Engineer and Attorney. He was also a member of the Coast Guard Reserve, achieving the rank of Commander before retirement. His wide-ranging skills and interests were given in service to a variety of careers: High School Teacher, Football/Track/Wrestling Coach, LA Congressional Staff, Director of LA Marine and Petroleum Institute, Marine Vocational Trainer and Consultant, Army Corps of Engineers, and the US Coast Guard. His life included a total of 11 years and 4 months at sea.
While in Law School, Jay met his wife, Joanne, and they married on April 2nd, 1966 at Holy Name of Jesus in New Orleans. Six children were born by 1978.
His philosophy as a father was one of an old-school football coach: toughness and discipline built on love and sacrifice for the team.
Jay was deeply principled, unshakable in his beliefs. His opinions were firmly rooted in a comprehensive study of history, logic, facts, reason, and philosophy, including his deeply held religious beliefs. To many people, Jay was a stoic man of very few words. However, those closest to him know he was truly NOT a man of few words. He could speak for hours without interruption providing "irrefutable supporting evidence" on any position he took on topics he considered important. Jay joked: "I thought I was wrong once…but I was mistaken."
Jay liked: brainteasers and problem-solving; engines and oil; ships and the sea; farms and agriculture; law and logic; Roger Whitaker music and road trip singing; and praying the rosary with Joanne and the kids.
Jay LOVED: his family, Saint Dominic, Saint Jude, Saint Joseph, our Blessed Mother, and our Lord God above all.
In lieu of flowers (which Jay would never want!) the family's first preference is donations directly to the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, PO Box 587, Gibson, LA 70356. Alternatively, you may make a donation to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory by checking the box "Dedicate My Donation" at: https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude
He is preceded in death by his parents VJ Gianelloni Jr and Jeanette Singleton, and his sister Marcia "Muffet" Gianelloni.
Jay spent most of his childhood years in Baton Rouge in a post-WWII America, learning a lot about farming and agriculture, raising sheep and cattle, and winning dozens of 4H awards for his livestock. Attended Saint Agnes and then Catholic High, where he played football and ran track. Received a Congressional Appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Jay was very proud of his time at Kings Point where he spent a year at sea before he was 20 years old, and earned an Engineering degree with the Class of 1964. He experienced the diversity of the world at this young age, including dancing with African tribes, being "tree'd" by a white rhinoceros, and charged by a bull elephant! Kings Point undoubtedly shaped his perspective on the complexity of the world, and helped him form a deep interest in geo- politics. Family dinners were always filled with what he termed "stimulating conversation."
Jay obtained his Juris Doctorate from Loyola School of Law in 1970. By age 30 he was both an Engineer and Attorney. He was also a member of the Coast Guard Reserve, achieving the rank of Commander before retirement. His wide-ranging skills and interests were given in service to a variety of careers: High School Teacher, Football/Track/Wrestling Coach, LA Congressional Staff, Director of LA Marine and Petroleum Institute, Marine Vocational Trainer and Consultant, Army Corps of Engineers, and the US Coast Guard. His life included a total of 11 years and 4 months at sea.
While in Law School, Jay met his wife, Joanne, and they married on April 2nd, 1966 at Holy Name of Jesus in New Orleans. Six children were born by 1978.
His philosophy as a father was one of an old-school football coach: toughness and discipline built on love and sacrifice for the team.
Jay was deeply principled, unshakable in his beliefs. His opinions were firmly rooted in a comprehensive study of history, logic, facts, reason, and philosophy, including his deeply held religious beliefs. To many people, Jay was a stoic man of very few words. However, those closest to him know he was truly NOT a man of few words. He could speak for hours without interruption providing "irrefutable supporting evidence" on any position he took on topics he considered important. Jay joked: "I thought I was wrong once…but I was mistaken."
Jay liked: brainteasers and problem-solving; engines and oil; ships and the sea; farms and agriculture; law and logic; Roger Whitaker music and road trip singing; and praying the rosary with Joanne and the kids.
Jay LOVED: his family, Saint Dominic, Saint Jude, Saint Joseph, our Blessed Mother, and our Lord God above all.
In lieu of flowers (which Jay would never want!) the family's first preference is donations directly to the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, PO Box 587, Gibson, LA 70356. Alternatively, you may make a donation to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory by checking the box "Dedicate My Donation" at: https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude
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