Jesse Quiet Obituary
Jesse was a devoted brother to Clarence Reginald Toussaint (Sabrina) and Alison Toussaint-LeBeaux (Herman). He was a proud and loving uncle to Clarence M. Toussaint, Allen R. Toussaint, Herman LeBeaux III, and Hannah LeBeaux. He will also be missed by his aunt Barbara Bell, uncle Harry Stokes, Godparents John/ Geraldine Bacchus and Godsister Dr. Beryl Bacchus-Keith, as well as a host of cousins and countless dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jesse Quiet Sr.; stepfather, Allen Richard Toussaint; and his cherished mother, Betty Weber.
A gifted athlete in his youth, Jesse excelled in baseball, football, and basketball during his high school years. His remarkable talent on the basketball court earned him a scholarship to Southeastern University before transferring to Dillard University. His educational journey began at Holy Ghost School and continued through Lawless Junior High School and Cohen High School.
Jesse spent several years living in Los Angeles before returning to New Orleans, where he remained deeply connected to the community he loved.
A memorial service celebrating Jesse's life will be held on Friday, January 31st, at 10:00 a.m. at Rhodes Funeral Home.
Jesse's memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him. May he rest in peace.
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Ca´Tonya
January 30, 2025
New Orleans will never be the same without you Jesse. It never occurred to me that the last time we spoke could even possibly be the last time. You said you were gonna be fine. Lord knows I would have dropped everything to help if given the chance. I am so grateful to God for the time we had as friends. You were one of a kind. Jokingly I called you Santa because you truly were a gift. Giving in deed and good spirit. You made everyone feel special. You loved your family so dearly my handsome friend. Your beautiful smile and joyous laughter. The accent in the boisterous way you pronounced my name. I will never forget. I am so heartbroken to navigate through this life missing a friend like you. I know you are resting peacefully with your sweet mama and you wouldn´t leave her for any reason to come back here. Attached is the last picture you sent me doing a job that you truly loved. You had the gift of making everything better. Now you are a new body with Christ Our Lord & Savior. You done well my friend. My condolences to your beautiful siblings, nieces and nephews, extended family and amazing friends. Your memories will be cherished.
2 Corinthians 5:8
Barbara Osborne Youngblood
January 30, 2025
My family The Osborne, we are so sad to hear about Paps passing, my Brother Irvin had been keeping up with paps and had shared with us that he was real sick, but when he said that he had passed it been hard to deject, because Paps and his family was our neighbor on Third Street, Family you have our Deepest sympathy.
Anthony Melancon Sr
January 30, 2025
I enjoyed playing basketball with Paps and others in Shakespeare Park, he was a good player. May God bless his soul.
Anthony Melancon Sr
Anthony Melancon Sr
January 30, 2025
I enjoyed playing basketball with Paps and others in Shakespeare Park, he was a good player.
Anthony Melancon
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Terry Wilkerson
January 29, 2025
Eugene Jones
January 29, 2025
Paps was a classmate, teammate and good lifetime friend who will be greatly missed. I'm praying for all his family, relatives and friends.
Jennifer Jones
January 29, 2025
To my lifelong friend Jessie , RIP brother , You were Always uplifting , respectful , kind and generous -of -spirit , to me . I knew I hadn´t seen you around town in a while , Where you would go out of your way to acknowledge me and give me a kind word . You were so kind and caring about everyone and everything in New Orleans. ... And Comical. You were a well - dressed Earth Angel
I send condolences to your loved ones as the city is a little darker now that you have transitioned , Please watch over us , Thank You , Jessie Your friend , from back in the day, Jennifer Jones
LaMonica Spears
January 29, 2025
Jessie!!!! My beautiful friend...Thank you, you will be missed
Love always,
LaMonica Spears
Christella Cornin Clark
January 28, 2025
I met "Paps" in the 2nd Semester of my Sophomore Year at Southeastern Louisiana University, in the Spring of 1976.
I remember having had talent shows in the front of my dorm, a couple of Friday evenings, when handsful of us stayed on campus for the weekend.
He was comical, fun loving, kind, unpretentious, very handsome and well dressed.
There was an incident in one of the dorms one night, that changed the trajectory of my life, for the next 10 years.
Had Paps not been there, only God knows where I would be today or if I would still "be" at all. He was more mature than the other males with whom he acquainted himself,
but that night when he was the last one standing, I do believe he came into his manhood. The others who ran...scattered as bugs when a light comes on, demonstrated their true immaturity as silly boys.
For decades, I wanted to let Jesse know how I respected and appreciated him for the stance he took that night. He said little but his presence spoke loudly to his good character and integrity.
It's been "forever and a day" since I last saw him, and even longer since that night, back in 1976, but the memory of all that,
and moreover his kindness to me, has been and will forever be ingrained in my heart and mind.
In more recent years, I learned about his long-lasting friendship with my Brother-in-Love, Russell Simeon, that began when the two of them were at Dillard. I never reached out to Jesse, by way of Russ, to express my fondness of him, but I have joy in knowing his countenance remained uplifted, throughout his days on earth.
May his life and times be acknowledged for the wonderful human who he was, even as a very young man and college student,
and the continuity, thereof.
Prayers for showers of blessings,
with comfort and peace, to be poured upon those he loved, and who loved him back.
I hope we meet, again!
Allison Farve
January 27, 2025
My condolences goes out to the family. We went to Dillard together really good friends enjoyed our time hanging out. Truly a good person!!
William A Brooks Sr
January 27, 2025
Well hog what do I say but thank you. Little bro sent me a pic of the three of us and I remember that dap like yesterday. I´m still at it but I´m positive you know that. Infectious you were no matter the day, so please share that with my boy. Who knows what tomorrow looks like for me but know I enjoyed knowing you here. Love you hog and you will walk with me forever. God bless and peace to U.
David Johnson
January 26, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim McCormick
January 26, 2025
Paps and I met during our college days & he was an awesome friend. Each time I ran into him we had a blast. He will be missed!
Caroline
January 26, 2025
To my lovely Jesse. We have been friends for over 28 years. You Always had a positive soul and kindness. I'm going to miss you. RIPLove you,
Caroline
Antoinette Brooks
January 25, 2025
Antoinette Brooks
To my cousin my heart is broken and I´m going to miss you so much. I´m so glad I was able to talk with you weeks ago. I´m still in shock because I didn´t see this coming. You´re going to a great place where the party doesn´t stop. You´ll be the life of it just like you was here. I send with hugs and kisses to the love ones you´ll get to see again. Love so much cousin and we will see each other again.
Vanessa Despenza Buggage
January 25, 2025
It is so hard to believe that Jesse is gone! We met at Holy Ghost School in 2nd grade, and remained friends for the next several years. His personality stood out above many of our classmates. We reconnected at a Holy Ghost reunion several years ago and became FB friends. He was the consummate dresser, always to the nines! Always smiling and always so cool! He had "presence" when he entered a room. To know Jesse was to love him! This is heartbreaking. Truly gone too soon! Sending prayers to his family because he will be sorely missed.
Vanessa Despenza
Charmaine e
January 25, 2025
Cousin when I was told you was sick I spoke to you several times you told me everything was going to be okay but I see that wasn't true now that I sit here and think about you it has been so hard for me to deal with this but I know you in a better place I am going to miss you and I will be thinking about you everyday but I'm going to see you again and we can all be happy I love you I miss you love you always Charmaine Brooks
Peggy Manel Griffiths Leslie
January 25, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Jessie was such a fun loving and easy going person. Anytime I would hear his name, it made me smile. He will be so missed.
Janard Hunter
January 25, 2025
I´m belong blessed to have spent my childhood and adult years with you. To say I´ll miss you feels like it´s not enough. I promise not one day will pass without me thinking of you. Love you cousin and miss you deeply
Gerald Harris
January 24, 2025
Jessie was one of the greatest person I ever met. It began at DU and as May 2024 he was still the ambassador of NOLA and providing hospitality to all of us! Love and miss you forever!! Gerald Harris
Toya McWilliams
January 24, 2025
Rest easy my longtime friend. I will never forget your smile and cheerfulness. My condolences to the family.
Russ
January 24, 2025
Jesse and I attended Dillard University and we´ve been friends until his death.
He was one of kind....so playful and easy going.
Russell Simeon
Sharon St.Cyr Vicks
January 24, 2025
My deepest sympathies to Jesse family especially the Bachus family. Jesse was such a kind and sweet person! May he rest in peace!
Sharon St.Cyr Vicks
Kim Lange
January 24, 2025
Jessie was always a Happy Positive Person. Rest in Peace Sweetheart
Randy Black Sr.
January 24, 2025
I extend my condolences and deepest sympathy to the family,May the LORD be with you all in this time of need.
Rosalyn Poche
January 23, 2025
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Reggie, Allison and families. Praying for your strength and peace. Love
David and Rosalyn Poche Waddleton
K.C.
January 23, 2025
Had the pleasure of meeting him at my job. He was a fun and pleasant person. Always spoke with his eyes. Rip dear
Mason Suell
January 23, 2025
REST IN POWER DEAR FRIEND. YOU SMILE AND GOOD TIMES WILL BE MISSED .
Mason Suell
Michael J. Gourrier
January 23, 2025
Will miss a great Friend. A rare personality. R.I.P.
Michael J. Gourrier
Wendy Weber
January 23, 2025
Gonna miss your smiling face cousin. May God embrace you in His loving arms as you enter your new life with Him.
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