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Arthur Truitt Obituary

Arthur Lee Truitt departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the age of 64. He was a native of Utica, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. He was educated in the Mississippi School System. Arthur was a retired Painter/Sand Blaster of Avondale Shipyard. Beloved husband of Brenda Truitt. Loving father of Shaunda (Theodore) Tobias, Davonte Truitt, and Derek (Nina) Truitt. Son of the late Tommie Lee O'Quinn and Malendia Truitt. Grandson of the late Willie Fred Stamps. Brother of Jimmie Ray O'Quinn, Rev. Lonnie (Liz) O'Quinn, Glenn (Nicole) Truitt, Dexter Allen Truitt, Michael (Shantel) Truitt, Shelia (Rev. Rufus) Edwards, Linda (Charles) Middleton, and the late Tommie Truitt. Arthur is also survived by 8 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Israel Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Israel Baptist Church, 1612 Esther St., Harvey, LA on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 10:00a.m. Pastor Darrell McKinnies, host pastor; Pastor Frederick L. Henderson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service at the church. Interment: Institute Baptist Church Cemetery, Utica, MS on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at 1:00p.m. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. Assisted by Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Utica, MS. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com. Face Masks Are Recommended.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2024.

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mystery girl

January 13, 2024

I knew him since i was born

Jon Rynning

January 8, 2024

I knew Mr. Truitt for over 25 years. He was a kind man. I am very saddened by his passing.

S Howard (Ms. Big Sis granddaughter)

January 5, 2024

On behalf of the Howard family of Carlisle, Ms, sending condolences to Brenda and the entire Truitt and O'quinn families. My thoughts and prayers you all during this difficult time. Rest in peace Arthur.

Ben Brill

January 4, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will surely miss you, Arthur, and chatting with you every weekend. You have been a true friend for years!

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Israel Baptist Church

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Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Israel Baptist Church

1612 Esther St, Harvey, LA 70058

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