John Leroy Sousa
11/28/1940 - 8/9/2021
John Leroy Sousa of La Mesa, California passed away peacefully on August 9, 2021 at his home.
John was born on November 28, 1940 the third of three sons born to John Jr. and Mary Pamela Sousa in San Diego, California. John was a loving family man, dear husband, wonderful father and grandfather, and friend to all who met him. He is survived by his wife Tillie, his sons John and Charles, his daughter Mary and 6 grandchildren.
A viewing will be held at East County Mortuary Chapel on Tuesday, August 17th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
On Wednesday, August 18th a Rosary recitation will be held at 9:30am, followed by a funeral Mass to be held at 10:00am both at Santa Sophia Catholic Church at 9800 San Juan Street, Spring Valley, California. Graveside services to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will host a luncheon following graveside services at Santa Sophia Catholic Church in the parish hall.