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Edward Duplessis Obituary
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Mr. Edward Duplessis, Jr., 84, died Thursday, October 22, 2015. Homegoing services are 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Jerusalem M.B. Church, 446 Jerusalem Church Road, Brandon, MS. His interment will be at Jerusalem M.B. Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 27, 2015 from 2:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Dean Memorial Funeral Home, 745 Hwy. 468, Brandon, MS. The family will be present from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Mr. Duplessis, "Pops "or "Papa Du" as he was affectionately called began his professional career at West Side High School in Amite, LA as Band Director for 15 years. After leaving West Side High in 1970, he began his teaching career at Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi as an Instructor of Music and Associate Director of the" Sonic Boom" of the South Marching Band for more than 30 years.
Mr. Duplessis leaves to mourn his loving and devoted wife; children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, mother-in-law, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family members and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Duplessis
Kenyatta Jackson
November 15, 2023
There is no other like Pops.
Phillip E. Kelly III
October 19, 2023
One of the finest directors to ever grace the "Sonic Boom Of The South". "Pop" Duplessis treated us all like his own. His office was always open for conversation. He made my adjustment to college life a smooth transition. He instilled in us all, life skills and lessons. He taught us a greater appreciation of music. A Couple of his favorites to conduct were "America The Beautiful" and "St. Louis Blues March". Continued rest my dear friend and professor. Your blessings are still among us today. We continue to celebrate you, your legacy and memories.
Clifton Stevenson
February 14, 2016
The life and memory of Pop has left an indelible impression on so many. Warmest regards to everyone that is saddened by this loss. I love you Pop. LUV DA BOOM
Deatrik Bledsoe
November 19, 2015
Drum Major Julius Hamilton "New Orleans, LA Finest". May You R.I.P. Your light can now shine forever. You will be truly missed.
Deatrik Bledsoe
November 19, 2015
May you rest in peace from Drum Majors Ira Vaughn, Al Mac, Spooke, D. Shaw, Mike I, Mike II, James Wesby, Oliver Thompson (Detroit's Finest), Deatrik Bledsoe, and all the other Drum Majors before us and after us. We truly will forever keep you in our spirit, hearts, and lives. You truly blessed us with an opportunity to become someone. We love you and going to miss you dearly. "Black and Blues" was your favorite cut from "The Boom" and it will forever stay with us. GOMAB!
Deatrik Bledsoe
November 18, 2015
To Mr. Duplessis, Jr. may you rest totally in peace. You truly will always be an inspiration, icon, and most of all a True Brother of Phi Beta Sigma. I will always love and admire, you and your family. You truly made me the humble, loveable, caring, trustworthy, honorable, and hard working man that I've become. Thank God for the times we had with you and your family. GOMAB! Love you and I will definitely miss you.
Charles Hall
November 4, 2015
Condolences to the family from the Halls.
Thomas Tolliver
October 29, 2015
Connie and the family. Sorry for hearing of the death of a very special and dedicated father to all of you and I too called him Pop Duke and Mr D. My prayer is that the Duplessis Family understand and accept the will of God! Pray for the good times
Chavis Bradford
October 29, 2015
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family and friends. May he rest in peace!
Natchez Alumni Chapter of JSU
Marilyn Williams
October 29, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family of this amazing man. May God bless you.
Willie "MISSISSIPPI RED" Sanders
October 28, 2015
With all respect to the "Dearest Duplessis Family". I am sadden with the lost of Mr. Edward "POPS" Duplessis. My prayers and sincere sympathies are extended to you during this time. I was pleased to make his acquaintance and will miss his presence.
Mary Evans
October 28, 2015
May God Continue To Bless The Family.
JSU
Annie Lewis
October 28, 2015
Mr Duplessis will be remembered by many who attended West Side High in Amite, LA. He was a dedicated and well respected band leader.
Felix Varnado
October 28, 2015
You were my main inspiration.you will forever live in the hearts of those you touched.west side high school forever!!!!
Natasha Jackson
October 28, 2015
We love you Pops, thanks for not only teaching us band/musical skills but life lessons. You will be/are truly missed. Thanks to your family for sharing you with us (Sonic Boomers). Blessings!
William Carver
October 28, 2015
One of the best band directors and people I have ever met. R.I.P. Condolences to the family. You will be missed.
Jackie James Pendleton-Dukes
October 27, 2015
One of the best band directors ever. My deepest condolences to the family! R.I.P.
Donna L. Cook
October 27, 2015
You've earned your wings, "Poppa Dupe". You will forever be in our hearts.
October 27, 2015
praying for the family
Candace Beard
October 27, 2015
How do you described the man, who made you love music. I am so grateful for the things you taught me...The love you share with me and my classmates will never be forgotten....RIH Pop...love ya dearly ....i know your be conducting that big band in heaven....
Donna L. Cook
October 27, 2015
You've earned your wings, "Poppa Dupe". You will forever be in our hearts.
Amos Addison
October 27, 2015
To the Family, Amos M Addison Jr. and Family from Kentwood, La sends his condolences. You, along, with my Father Amos M Addison, Sr. was a great inspiration in my Life. Fond memories of our families hanging out.
Nadine Landrew
October 27, 2015
Will be praying for the family. I was a Student of West Side High, also a member of the Band
Lorraine Deamer Lizana
October 27, 2015
Condolences to the family. R.I.P. Mr. Duplessis. Your influence of music has been carried on in my family. Being in the band was one of my highlights being at West Side High School (Class of '66).
Donna Kelly
October 27, 2015
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Kim Funchess
October 27, 2015
I know you marched through those pearly gates Poppa Du!
All these were under the direction of their father for the music of the temple of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, were under the supervision of the king. Along with their relatives - all of them trained and skilled in music for the Lord - they numbered 288. (I Chronicles 25:6-7)
Veronica Thomas
October 27, 2015
I apologize that I will not be able to attend, but Monique and Shelsea you guys are in my prayers. Love yall!
Pop, you will terribly missed..
#SwingAndSway
#LOVEDABOOM
October 27, 2015
May the family find peace in their time of sorrow. May God's mercy continue to lead and guide each and everyone that loved, respected and cared for him while he was among us. Rest in Peace "Pop" you have done your task and now you are at rest.
Loving memories from Mr. & Mrs. Len Jenkins.
Gustavia Womack
October 27, 2015
To the Duplesses family our thoughts and prayers are with you may God continue to bless this family .
Kenyatta Harvey
October 26, 2015
RIP Pops! You will be greatly missed.
Audra Winters
October 26, 2015
The memories we have of you will sustain us as we mourn your passing. We will always remember the legacy that you left in Kentwood, LA, and surrounding areas. Our hearts are heavy now, but we will cherish the memories and the ties that you had with so many forever. Condolences and heartfelt sympathy to your family.
The Thomas Family( Edmond Jr., Ola, and Audra)
October 26, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 26, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family. May you find peace in God who gives comfort to all who mourn. 2 Cor. 1:3
Tiffany Burch-Walker-Streeter
October 26, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shelia Sanders-Dupree
October 26, 2015
We share in your loss and extend to you our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy.
October 26, 2015
May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be gone for this has been promised.
Andrea Robinson
October 26, 2015
Sending love and light to the Duplessis family. Thank you for sharing Papa Dupe with us for so many years. His tutelage with the JSU Sonic Boom of the South impacts my life today. Go with God, Pops. You done good. Peaceful journey.
Gwen Davis-Washington
October 26, 2015
Praying for the family....
John Holmes
October 26, 2015
A remarkable gentle giant. You will be greatly missed. R.I.P.
Juanita Proffitt
October 25, 2015
I am praying for your family and thanking God for the blessing that you were in my life. Rest well in the arms of our Savior.
Jamie D. Grant
October 25, 2015
Rest on, Pops....may the love and guidance that you gave live on within all who came in contact!
Gwendolyn & Dallas Sutton, Sr.
October 25, 2015
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure
With Heartfelt Sympathy to the Duplessis Family
Betsy Hathorn Barnes
October 25, 2015
Take your rest, Mr. Duplessis. We pray with your family during this time of sorrow.
Jay Burkhalter
October 25, 2015
My condolences to the sweet family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rev. Eddie & Sis. Betty Braziel
October 25, 2015
My prayers are with the entire Duplessis family. May the blessings of the Lord continue to be with you in your time of bereavement. We love you family.
Rev & Sis. Willie Varnado
October 25, 2015
Director Duplessis always greeted you with a smile. I love to watch him play the organ and direct our church choir. He taught us well. Thank you for being you.
Veronica Thomas
October 25, 2015
#SwingAndSway
#LOVEDABOOM
Cynthia Mosley Lockhart
October 25, 2015
My condolences go to Suzanne and the children of this great man. He helped mold many students as an assisant director of the "Sonic Boom". Sixty four up and 64 back.... until we meet again.
Mike Spearman
October 25, 2015
Pop, you will truly be missed...RIP...love ya Pop.
Delia Smith Gilner
October 25, 2015
Remembering a sweet and humble man who was the best music teacher at JSU. You will always be Papa Du to me. Your dedication to your students and the Sonic Boom is a gift that we will all treasure. Your star shines brighter now than ever. Rest in Peace. May God comfort and strengthen your family in the days, weeks, months and years ahead. Gone, but never forgotten!!
Larry Singleton
October 25, 2015
God bless you Papa Dupe and all you meant to the Sonic Boom of the South. RIP Bug
Mashell Hayes
October 25, 2015
I true legend! Sending our prayers and condolences and asking God to provide your family strength during this difficult time. Rest In Heaven Papa Du
sharron Williams
October 25, 2015
My condolences. This family is my family. Thank God for this life. Until we meet again in heaven.
Michael Dunnings
October 25, 2015
Rest in Peace Pop. Thanks for all your guidance and support in making the Sonic Boom the best band in the land. You will truly be missed!!
Ollie "Necie" Taylor Kendrick
October 25, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to your family.
October 25, 2015
You will be truly missed "Papa Du" My condolences to your family.
Theresa Brumfield
OSYKA, Ms
October 25, 2015
We, the first Family of Edward Duplessis, jr. Gloria Duplessis, Dr. Gloria D Robinson, SgtM. Rodney Edward Duplessis, Marvin Alonzo Duplessis, Wayne Anthony Duplessis, Ronald Michael Duplessis, and Richard E. Duplessis along with 12 grandchildren,6 greatgrand children wishes you farewell, never goodbye, someday we shall all meet again. We will always love you.
Melvin Cook
October 25, 2015
You will be missed. Your kind and compassionate nature contributed to who I am today. You were "pops" to all of us.
Ezekiel Smith
October 25, 2015
We love you POPS and you will definitely be missed. I still remember those long talks we used to have on the bus.
Laron and Arleshia Trigg
October 25, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Tracie Brown
October 25, 2015
Praying for God's peace and joy to overtake your hearts and lift your spirits during this time and always. "Pop" will never be forgotten, and I am so grateful for the investment he made in my life!! Much love to all of you.
Felicia Hansberry
October 25, 2015
I send my deepest condolences to the Duplessis family.
Bill C.& Ann Johnson
October 25, 2015
Thought's and prayers are with the Duplessis family, sorry for your loss.
Phillip Kelly
October 24, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ashley Ellison
October 24, 2015
I send my sincerest condolences to the Duplessis family during this time. May the Lord bless you with the strength you need to guide you along the way.
Aaron & Brenda Thompson
October 24, 2015
May God bless and keep the Duplessis family in this time of sorrow. With heartfelt sympathy.
Dr. Darryl E. Harris, Sr
October 24, 2015
To the family of Mr. Duplessis, my sincere and deepest sympathies are with you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. Darryl E. Harris, Sr
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