David "June" Diggs Jr.

1952 - 2019

David Diggs, Jr. (affectionately known as "June") peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Ochsner Medical Center at the age of 66. David was born to David, Sr. and the late Mildred Green Diggs. David was baptized on July 9, 1963 at Mount Zion Baptist Church of Boutte, by his grandfather, the late Rev. Albert Green, Sr. Later in life he became a member of the Mount Zion Baptist Church of Raceland and served as Deacon, while continuing his music ministry as bass guitarist, he was also a member of the Sunday School Department. David was the founder of The Gospel Inspirations of Boutte, and played at many churches and venues. He was well-known as a drummer and bass guitarist. He also played annually at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in the Gospel Tent. David graduated from Hahnville High School, class of 1970. He served in the United States Navy and received an Honorable Discharge in 1974. He was formerly employed by American Cyanamid, Monsanto Chemical and Transamerica, Inc. as a Senior Technician. He was also a passionate fan of the Indianapolis Colts. He is the Loving and Devoted husband of 15 years to Naomi Cha-Jua Diggs. Beloved son of David (Gloria) Diggs, Sr. Loving father of Shalayne Devon Diggs. Brother of Ronald (Marilyn) Diggs. Grandfather of Kailey Marion Hall. Stepfather of Ferron Holliday, Wendell and Roxanne Russ, and Shukura and Ade (Christine) Cha-Jua. Nephew of Rosalee and Leola Diggs, Theodore Paul, Norbert Green, Ulysses (Linda) Green, Garland (Yvonne) Green, Cleasure (Carolyn) Green and Teresa Green. Brother-in-law of Ruth (the late Julien) Debeau, Rev. John (the late Verdia) Russ, Rev. James (Min. Ellen) Russ, Samuel Russ, Bishop Moses (Min. Sylvia) Russ, and Evangelist Elizabeth (Bishop William) McPherson. He is also survived by a host of other grandchildren, nieces, nephews, godchildren, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by: Mother, Mildred Diggs, Grandparents; Willie & Lena Diggs, and Rev. Albert and Luvenia Green; Uncles and Aunts: Albert, Jr. & Irma Green, George, William, Verlie, and Veronica Green, Audrey Paul, Willie, Jr., John Sr., Leonard, Leo, Andrew, Louisiana Diggs and Georgiana D. Williams, his godparents; Eloise Colly, and William Green. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Mount Zion Baptist Church of Raceland, LA. and all neighboring churches, Mount Zion Baptist Church of Boutte and all neighboring churches, Macedonia Baptist Church of NOLA, Jesus United Christian Church of Kenner, LA., Greater St. Stephens F.G.B.C. and First House of Prayer both of NOLA, and Beacon Light Baptist Church of Houma, also members of The Gospel Inspirations of Boutte, LA., Zion Harmonizers and all Gospel Singers, Quartets, Soloist and Choirs of Louisiana are all invited to attend the Home Going Celebration of Life on Friday, July 26, 2019 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Majestic Mortuary Service 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. NOLA 70113 and on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 11:00 am at Mount Zion Baptist Church 168 Brocato Lane Raceland, Louisiana 70394 Rev. Robert B. Pardo, Pastor and Officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment in Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery Garden of Memories 2023 Paul Maillard Road Boutte, LA 70039. Professional Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504)523-5872.