David "Trugoy the Dove" Jolicouer

1968 - 2023

David "Trugoy the Dove" Jolicouer

1968 - 2023

BORN

1968

DIED

2023

David Jolicouer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 13, 2023.
David Jolicoeur, a founding member of the pioneering rap trio De La Soul who performed under the names “Trugoy the Dove,” “Plug Two,” and simply "Dave,” died Feb. 13, 2023, the group's publicist announced.

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16 Entries

Alison

December 6, 2024

Still hurts so much . My number one

Lee Roberts

March 4, 2024

Finally got to see you perform live in March 2022, I was in awe - De La Soul, legends & my musical icons. Less than 1 year later you passed Dave. Still completely bereft, but your legacy lives on Trugoy the Dove.

O DUBBZ

September 6, 2023

Thank you Dave! From Day one hearing you and the plugs. I ve been hooked. I even made my rhyme style after you n Redman. Everyone please make time to listen to a David Jolicouer TRUGOY the Dove verse everyday. You're gone in the Physical, but youre still here spiritually. You left us an enormous amount of gems to cherish! Thank you Dave!
My Favorite Emcee! Thank you for acknowledging me with a Handshake in SOBS October 2000

Theresa

March 1, 2023

Thank you Dave for lighting up my life with joy through your raps for over 30 years. Most sincere sympathy to your family & band. Rest in peace & joy you so deserve x
"Your music means everything"

Louise Barnes

February 25, 2023

Thank you for you being you. Goodbye Dave we will love you forever. Sending Strength and Prayers to the Jolicoeur family and everyone who you touched the lives of through your words, your inspiration and your music.

Martinez

February 22, 2023

We loved his music. Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult period.

Antonette Bruno

February 22, 2023

I remember watching Potholes in My Lawn for the very first time! I said, "Wow, this guy looks like my brother!" From that very point, I listened. Thank you for contributing to the soundtrack of my teenage years through adulthood.

Stephanie Schell

February 21, 2023

You will be remembered in the music world.

Stephanie D Schell

February 20, 2023

The music world has lost a talented musician.

Carmen Fernandes

February 18, 2023

Praying that the Family and Friends receive all the strength they are going to need to cope with this terrible loss.Hope David is reunited with his Brother Michael .Thanks for making my youth special and I cherrish the wonderful memories.Fly high with the Angels ....

Tarris Washington

February 18, 2023

Thank you Dave!!!! You and the fellas were my first inspiration. Again...I thank you brother for everything.

February 16, 2023

Sincere condolences to the Jolicoeur family, so very sorry for your loss, God help you all.

Elizabeth Bell

February 15, 2023

R.I.P David

February 14, 2023

Amazingly talented, loved the music. Prayers for the Jolicoeur family, may God give the needed strength and comfort to help you through this very difficult time of your loss.

February 14, 2023

So very talented and creative and he made great music that was a major contribution to rap. Heartfelt condolences to the Jolicoeur family, so very sorry for your loss, God be with you.

JF

February 13, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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