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Wayne Duplantis Obituary

Wayne Paul Duplantis, a native of Buras and longtime resident of Montegut, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2020, at the age of 72, surrounded by his loving family.

As per Wayne's request, there will be no services.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Billie D. Lee; sons, David W. Duplantis and Ronny Duplantis; stepsons, Tony Lee (Sheri), Lance Lee (Dee); stepdaughter, Angela Lee (Daniel Bourg); brothers, Jesse Duplantis (Cathy) and Mark Duplantis (Helen); 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and six nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Velma Agnes Esta Duplantis and Paul Albert Duplantis; daughter, Michelle Duplantis; and sister, Debra White Guillote.

Wayne was a veteran in the United States Navy. He was a former Shriner and a Free Mason. He loved fishing, riding motorcycles, playing music, wood working, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a loving father, brother, friend, partner, and pawpaw.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma in Bayou Blue is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Houma Today from May 12 to May 13, 2020.

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Tina Richey

May 13, 2025

I see He sits from One, seeking Another´s resting place... and I´m honored to glorify Him through this time indeed.

James Blazin

December 12, 2024

God Bless the Duplantis family,including Dr Jesse Duplantis.

Tina Marie Richey-Bogan

July 6, 2022

I know this Presence.

[S] [Feet; {Sound}] {Jesse´s Mother}
{Yes, dear} WE are 1.

Jesseeeee,

[Ur Father, You owe ME one].

God is so good. People need reassurance. Do good, be fruity and multiple, rightly.

God.

Star Ordoyne

May 12, 2020

Brother Wayne I will miss you. Thoughts ,& prayers for Billie ,& family.A good man.Rest in peace.

Helen Duplantis

May 12, 2020

Praying for Billie & family, Wayne will be dearly missed.

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