David A. Paysse, Sr. was born on October 15, 1942, and he passed away peacefully on January 2, 2020 at the age of 77. David is survived by his loving wife, Fay Fiegel Paysse, and by his children, Jennifer Paysse Kondracki (Mick), Nicole Paysse Cangelosi (Ricky), David Paysse, Jr., John Paysse, and Scott Dillman. David is also survived by 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar Paysse, Sr. and Pauline Tresch Paysse, and his brothers, Oscar Paysse, Jr., Rene Paysse and Alton Giorgio. David is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. David is a graduate of Jesuit High School and received an undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor degree from Tulane University. His practice was initially in Maritime Law. David was the Parish Attorney for St. Bernard Parish for 15 years until his retirement in 2009. David served in the United States Army, was a Vietnam Veteran, and a recipient of the Bronze Star. He was a member of the American Legion Post 175 and the Knights of Columbus Council 4472. David was well-known for his special seafood corn chowder, referred to as “Paw-Paw’s white soup” by his grandchildren. He enjoyed hosting crawfish, shrimp and crab boils for family and friends for many years and was famous for inspecting the trays for any seafood left behind. David’s first love was for his family and his faith, and his second love was spending time at his home in Pass Christian, Mississippi. He also had a special devotion to Padre Pio and he loved sharing this with others. The family would like to thank Pandora Weaver and the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home for their love and support. Relatives and friends of the family attended the Visitation and Funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Thursday, January 9, 2020. Interment: Lake Lawn Park, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. Masses Preferred. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.