Harry Connick Sr., the father of renowned singer Harry Connick Jr. and former district attorney of New Orleans, passed away at the age of 97. According to reliable sources, including the Associated Press, Harry Sr. died peacefully at his residence in New Orleans, surrounded by his wife, Londa, and his children Suzanna and Harry Jr.
Born on March 27, 1926, in Mobile, Alabama, Harry Sr. moved to New Orleans at a young age. Following his service in World War II, he married Anita Frances Livingston and had two children with her, Suzanna and Harry Jr. During this time, Harry Sr. operated two record stores in New Orleans. Eventually, he and Harry Jr. would become founding members of the Krewe of Orpheus, a prominent New Orleans musical organization.
