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Dwayne Edward "Big Wezzy" Ebanks

Dwayne Edward "Big Wezzy" Ebanks obituary, New Orleans, LA

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Dwayne Ebanks Obituary

Dwayne Edward "Big Wezzy" Ebanks was born to the late Henry Sr. and Lenora Ebanks. Dwayne departed his earthly life on October 12, 2024 at the age of 63. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Dwayne was a flooring technician for many years. Dwayne lived a life filled with love kindness and compassion. He touched the hearts, of all who knew him with his gentle willing and giving spirit. Dwayne was the baby boy of 7 siblings. 2 sisters Cynthia and Cathy Ebanks, 4 brothers Henry Sr. (Carolyn) Michael (Peggy), Harold Sr. and Keith Sr. Ebanks. He also leaves behind his betterhalf Roxanne Shepherd. 1 stepson Steven Barrow and his devoted and loyal pet-son Major Ebanks. Family and friends, also employees of Vialink 211, Brotherhood Incorporated and Passages Hospice are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. New Orleans, LA. 70125. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. Services will follow at 10:00a.m. Bishop Germain Davis Officiating. Interment, Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Dr. Metairie LA. 70003. Arrangement by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70125. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook. Funeral can be live streamed @ www.facebook.com/D.W.RhodesFuneralHome/live

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8, 2024.

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Tater Tucker

November 8, 2024

Wayne you really shocked me with this one Homie and your family have my deepest condolences From Tater

Stephanie Ratcliff

November 7, 2024

Every time we linked up we had a great time. Dawayne always checked on me on Third Street to make sure everything was okay. He will truly be missed and I appreciated his kindness.

Dennis Ester

November 7, 2024

Our condolences to The entire Ebanks Family for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord during this time of sorrow. God Bless.

Dennnis Ester & Family

J. & E. Hawkins

November 7, 2024

To the Entire Ebanks family and friends

Another hard hitter may his precious memories be the glue to keep each of you in good spirits with laughter and fun-loving memories.

My family and I will forever hold all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers,
God will provide the resources and support for you all to carry on daily.

Dwayne was an awesome man of God who loved his family, sincere friendships and enjoyed gatherings and social events.

Grace, Unity and Faith,
J. & E. Hawkins
Central City 4Life

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