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Desmone Jerome Obituary

Desmone Jerome Sr., an up-and-coming artist, known to and loved by fans as "BTY YoungN" died Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the age of 27. He was born on December 12, 1989 to Gabrielle Jerome and Robert Smith in New Orleans, LA. As a child, Desmone began rapping at 11 years old and attended Riverdale High School in Jefferson, LA. In 2003, BTY formed and Desmone began rapping under the moniker YoungN. Known for his generous heart, outgoing personality, love for kids and winning smile - YoungN leaves behind to cherish his memories, his mother, Gabrielle Jerome; father, Robert Smith; a son, Desmone Jerome, Jr.; 1 sister Waynisha DeArmas, 2 step sisters - Keshawn and Joiesha; brothers: Lance Jackson, Michael Henry, Gerald Jerome, Robert Smith I, Robert Smith II, Reynard Smith, Robette Smith, John Zeno, Robert Zeno, Kernell Zeno; 5 aunts; 4 uncles; a devoted companion, Keva Levy; and a host of other beloved relatives, friends and fans. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Dorothy and Joseph Jerome; aunts Yolanda, Beverly and Paulette Jerome; uncles Errol and Ralph Jerome. Relatives, friends and fans are invited to celebrate YoungN's life on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at the Carver Theater, 2101 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116 at 10:00AM. Visitation will begin at 8:00 AM. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook. *Family is requesting no pictures or cell phones at service*

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

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from May 3 to May 6, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Arlene Culpepper

April 27, 2023

It's almost been 6 years and you are missed terribly. We miss your spirit and beautiful smile. If only you knew the impact you had. Love you forever.

John Smith Jr

April 27, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

John Smith Jr.

April 27, 2022

I'll always remember my nephew.

John Smith Jr.

April 27, 2021

I remember my nephew Dee

John Smith Jr.

April 27, 2020

I remember and miss my dear Nephew.

Arlene Culpepper

April 29, 2019

It's been 2 years and it seems like just yesterday. Dee, you are so missed.

John Smith Jr.

April 27, 2019

I remember and miss my dear nephew.

Arlene Culpepper

June 2, 2017

Young, you know how much we all love you. Know that we will continue to take care of your business just as if you were here. We miss you more than you can ever know. Love you.

Nicole Toney

May 13, 2017

God Bless you Gabrielle

Avrell

May 12, 2017

REST ON D

RAVEN

May 7, 2017

GET YOUR REST

Sandra B. Simons

May 6, 2017

Rest In Peace. Condolences to the family. Keeping you guys in prayer. Praying for comfort and strength. We loved him but, god loved him best. Family so sorry for your loss. All the way from Kentucky.

The Barker/Simons Family

Deshaun Scott

May 6, 2017

R.I.P b

Marlon Robinson

May 6, 2017

Rih BTY, the 1st time i heard you i was chilln on youtube....MAD TALENT.....i told EVERYBODY in Memphis about you....you def was very talented!!!
So much.potiential....may you RIH.

Laderrick

May 6, 2017

RIP BTY YOUNGN I love listening to your music. You were on your way to the top. May you Rest In Peace. Praying for the family

Evangelist Augustus Campbell

May 6, 2017

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give this family comfort everyday.

Edward Riculfy

May 6, 2017

my condolence

Meyers family

May 6, 2017

So sorry for your loss...praying for you and your family.

Nick Da Dude

May 6, 2017

RIP Youngn

Besstina Sullivan

May 6, 2017

Rest in heaven Desmone..

Dede Settle

May 6, 2017

I've been following you for about a month and man.....u got krazy talent and your memories will live on. Desmone family keep your head up. R.I.P. BTY.

John Smith,Jr.

May 6, 2017

My Deepest Sympathy. May God bless you and Family.

Keddrick Sanders

May 6, 2017

Rip homie you will be missed

Demond Blaine

May 6, 2017

Praying for your family. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Those that were close to you I pray God shall give them comfort as well. Rest In Peace Young.

Donald McElveen

May 6, 2017

Fly high son you will be missed gone but never forgotten belive that

Louis Oliney

May 6, 2017

Rip bty YoungN I had madd respect and love for u since my cousin Kj put me on u ... u will really be missed rip big bro love Lou Gudda

Dominique

May 6, 2017

Rest in peace

Corey Hutchinson

May 5, 2017

R.I.P. Lil Dee
Condolences to all who had love for you.
#From dirt you come from dirt you go.

LISA WILLIAMS

May 5, 2017

To the mother of this young man , I lit the candle for you and him , I know without a doubt when your world is dark and you can't seem to find your way through this , look in the sky at night and the biggest shining star will be Desmone watching over you . GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

LISA WILLIAMS

May 5, 2017

I met you selling your CD'S in a tennis shoe store , I asked can you rap and you said yes and you replied take this and listen to it, When I got to my car and put the CD in it was then I realized you were going to make it big rapping , when I spoke to you ,you were very humble with me , you called me MA , and I felt like you were my son , you had a easy sprit about you most young people don't have , I am saddened by your death . but I do know , had you lived your light was going to shine all over this world because you were a star . I can close my eyes and see that Lil boy smile , you won't be forgotten, R I P BTY

Aubreny Jones

May 5, 2017

You still here with uswe love u son❤DOUBLEO FOREVER 17TH

May 5, 2017

sorry for your lost Mrs Gabrielle , youngN was a wonderful person when he and I met on canal in New Orleans ! he had a personality that would make you feel like you knew him all your life he was an excellent rapper ! who was well respected he will forever live on in the city of New Orleans heart❤.. longlivekingyoungN

May 5, 2017

Rest In Peace Youngn..To be absent with the body is to be present with the LORD!

James Thomas

May 5, 2017

RIH you had tons of talent and truly will be missed.

Dana Henderson and Family

May 5, 2017

RIH BTY To the family Hold on to God unchanging hands and don't let go and everything is going to be alright......
Praying for the family I will lift yall up in prayers

Mrs. June Walker & family

May 5, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Wille Faye Ifford

May 5, 2017

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

ELISHA BARNES

May 5, 2017

Gabrielle, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God's peace and strength will comsume you all during this time. I pray that the memories you have and the knowledge that God is able, will keep and help you through this. And though you may weep, keep hope that as Desmone is now asleep, you will be reunited with him once again. God bless and keep you all. In the name of Jesus. Love you.

arlene king

May 5, 2017

This to shall pass, Condolences, Condolences to you, Ms Gabby.
Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning.

Love you baby girl,
Ms King

Jay Boy

May 5, 2017

My prayers and condolences go out to the family....Long Live YoungN....he was destined for greatness.

Hyra Nichole

May 5, 2017

My condolences. His spirit was huge, and will live forever. May a hedge of protection surround the family and close friends. God bless

Delisa (Chocolate) Collins

May 4, 2017

To Gabrielle,

I am wishing you peace during this extremely difficult time.

Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on and cherished memories never fade when our loved one's are gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they will live in our hearts.

Love you friend,
Delisa (Chocolate) Collins, Georgia

Darnell Walker

May 4, 2017

Rip Lil D.

Damaris Roussell

May 4, 2017

To the family,
Sorry for your loss!! I'll be praying for you all continuously!!
RIH BTY Youngn

Patrice Hammond

May 3, 2017

Ms. Gabby,

My heart and prayers are with you and your family.

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