Dudley Joseph Morales Jr.

Dudley Joseph Morales, Jr. “Jay” entered eternal life on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at the age of 64. Jay is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Joy Laurent Morales. Loving father of Brian Morales, Sr., Dudley Morales, III (Rosie), and the late Christy Morales Lama (Tony).  Grandfather of Brian Morales, Jr. "BJ", Joseph and Isabella Morales, and Edith and Ellie Lama.  Jay is also survived by his mother, Constance Lambert Morales; his siblings, Christopher Morales, Sr. (Jill), Jeanne Redmann (Brian), Marianne Zimmer (John), and Peggy Vuljoin (Marty).  Jay was preceded in death by his  father, Dudley Morales, Sr., his brother, Lambert Morales and his sister, Cynthia Morales.  Jay was born in New Orleans and was a resident of Metairie, LA. He was employed by Pellerin Milnor since 1973 serving as Operations Manager for the past 10 years.  Jay received great enjoyment from helping others and was the go-to person for so many. His cheerful outlook, kind heart, and sweet nature will be a void for those who loved him.
A private Funeral Mass was held for the family on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie, LA.  A memorial service will be held at a later date once larger gatherings are permitted.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Autism Society; www.asgno.org or to the American Cancer Society; www.cancer.org/content/cancer/en/treatment/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge.  

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