John "Twilight Chief" Meachum, 95, of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed on Tuesday morning, June 06, 2023 at 3:30 a.m. at Oshner Hospital.

John was born on May 19, 1928 And raised in a small town outside New Orleans named Alexandria, Louisiana until his late age of 18 when, he, then joined the army. "Twilight Chief" retired from the army at age 42. He was a very strict and loving man of his family and close friends.

He is preceded in death of his loving wife, Alla Leonna Meachum whom he was married to for over 45 years, his son

He will be lovingly remembered by His 5 sons:

(both deceased) Willie (Elizabeth)

Alive: Macky (Jayla), Larry (Amber), Terry (Kiyana), Jeffrey (Shany).

His heart, his one and only grand daughter, Kashona K. Meachum (Cory) 48 of New Orleans who now resides in Pensacola, Florida, 28 grandkids, 15 great grandkids, and one great great grandson, Kyro Allison.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 16, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 75 Poirier Ave, New Orleans, LA privately and for immediate family members only.

Home going celebration will be held at 1923 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church