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DUPLESSIS Tyrone Duplessis, a running back for Louisiana Tech University, departed this life on Thursday, February 2, 2012 in Ruston, La. Loving son of George II and Mary Duplessis. Brother of George Duplessis III and Leronisha Dixon. Uncle of Traeyion and Trae Williams. Grandson of Lola Duplessis and the late George Duplessis, Sr., Joseph and Ruth Dixon. Great-grandson of the late Florence Raymond. Nephew of the late Deon Dixon and Tyrone Duplessis. Fiancé' of Kawana Lloyd. Godfather of Miguel Bright, Kendriana Gordon and Reginald Patterson, Jr. Godbrother of Reginald Lee. Also survived by 6 aunts, 7 uncles, and a host of cousins and friends. Age 21 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Homegoing Celebration at L. B. Landry High School Auditorium, 1200 L. B. Landry Ave., New Orleans, La. on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until service time at the auditorium. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismorturyservice.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 8 to Feb. 10, 2012.

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Randell Duplessis

August 20, 2023

Love you & miss you .. just was thinking bout you & your dad & the rest of the family that´s in Heaven with you ..

Myesha Hagans

February 18, 2012

Hey cousin! Just laying on my sofa thinking knowing it's raining for you on your mother's birthday today. She can't get the strength to celebrate knowing your gone she did gain the strength to visit you today on her bday...You're all she wanted today.
Rest on lil cousin.
Love,
Myesha

DESTENY JONES

February 17, 2012

I DONT KNOW YU BUT EVERYONE WAS TELLIN ME BOUT YU AND HOW GOOD YU WAS TO PEOPLE AND I KNOW UR FAMILY AND FRIENDS R IN OAIN CAUSE I FEEL THE SAME WAY BUT IM SORRY THAT YOU GONE SO SOON WISH YU WAS HERE WITH UR FAMILY AND FRIENDS

February 13, 2012

duplessis family remember earth has no sorrow that jesus cant cure gone from the body means present with the lord hang on 2 those sweet memories the ones that made u laugh even cry they're all precious now.n REMEMBER GOD is n CONTROL. R.I.P Roni (Tionne)harvey,La

Karen Johnson

February 12, 2012

My condolences to the Family, I am so sorry for your loss.

Genell&AnitaThe Thompson Family

February 11, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

PRECIOUS WASHINGTON

February 11, 2012

TYRONE COUSIN I'M SOO UPSET UR GONE IT'S REALLY UNBELIEVABLE. I WAS JUST TLKN 2 YU ABOUT GETTING 2GETHER. WE WERE SO CLOSE AS KIDS. IT'S VERY SHOCKING 2 HEAR MY ALL STAR COUSIN IS DECEASED. ILY COUSIN. YU REALLY TOUCHED A LOT OF PPL. THIS IS UNREAL. R.I.P RONI ILY

February 11, 2012

To the Duplessis Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, Ms. Mary...I remember how your face would just light up when you'd talk about your son when you would come to my classroom at old Henderson on L.B.Landry. I could not bear to see you and your family in so much pain today. I'm heartbroken for you and your family. Asking God to comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time. Remember, he's just a heartbeat away...Love you
Sandra Morris
your friend from Murray Henderson

February 11, 2012

Praying that the Holy Spirit comforts your family during this season of sorrow. May God's loving arms hold you in peace with Him now and in the future. The Warner's

danna

February 11, 2012

Irreplaceable and truly loved r.I.p. sweetheart

danna

February 11, 2012

Irreplaceable n truly loved r.I.p. sweetheart

Troy Scott

February 11, 2012

George you and your family arein our
prayers god bless

Vanessa Richard

February 11, 2012

"He was a good person. He was always the same with everybody. He loved his school, and family. He was a honor roll student. He was a positive roll model".......These are some of the statements describing TYRONE from those who did not know that I knew him. What a wonderful character he had, The DAILY BREAD on the day he passed, Feb. 2nd was titled GOD'S PLAN, NOT OURS. Now he's above in heaven with his grandparents, and his Uncle Tyrone, whom he was named after. Everyone has an expiration date, and GOD decided it was Tyrone's turn. Mary & Tweet hold your head up because you raised a winner and he will always be with us in spirit. I know it's hard, and I know you will miss him, just remember he's in the arms of GOD and one day we will see him again....Each day read a chapter in the book of PSALMS for strength....GOD bless you..... R.I.P. TYRONE.....Vanessa Richard and family

SAMUEL/CAROLYN RICHARDSON

February 11, 2012

OUR HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.IT'S NOT EASY DURING THIS TIME BUT GOD IS STILL ON THE THROWN.YOU HAVE TO TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME AND LOOK TO GOD DAILY FOR STRENGTH TO GET THROUGH.WHENEVER YOU NEED HIM HE'S ALWAYS THERE.IF YOU NEED TO TALK I'M HERE (722-8983).YOU KNOW WE'VE BEEN IN YOUR SHOES.

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Myre

February 11, 2012

Your in our thoughts and prayers. May god keep you and bless you and your family.

God Bless

February 11, 2012

My prayers are with your family. R.I.P. Tyrone God Love you best.

SHAWN ROBINSON

February 11, 2012

Where shall I go from your Spirit? or where shall I flee from your presence?
If I ascend up into heaven, you are there: if I make my bed in Sheol, behold, you are there.If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea;Even there shall your hand lead me, and your right hand shall hold me.If I say, Surely the darkness shall cover me; even the night shall be light about me.Yea, the darkness hides not from you; but the night shines as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to you.For you have formed my inward parts: you have covered me in my mother's womb.RIP CHILD OF GOD..

Nathaniel/Fannie Belton

February 10, 2012

Our heartfelt sympathy goes to the family. Our prayers are with you.

Jacquelyn Laster

February 10, 2012

My prayers are with your family. We fondly remember Tyrone,his Mom and Dad when he ran track for West Bank Track club with our son Joshua.

LATONJA DAWSON

February 10, 2012

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU'LL...THE MEGGS FAMILY

Monique Davis

February 10, 2012

Rest in Paradise Tyrone,, you will be missed.

Jasmine Thomas

February 10, 2012

i'll never be able to find the words
Rest In Peace Roni

Helen Phillips

February 10, 2012

My heart and my prayers are with you at this time.

Robin Brown

February 10, 2012

Yu will be truly missed roni

mariah fleming

February 10, 2012

rest easy tmoney, i cud rememba lik yesterday wen u was little , me u nene and george always was tagether at yall house on pacific,, i miss dem days , gone but neva forgotten ,, love u lil brother<3

Amelia Duplessis Banks

February 10, 2012

To the Duplessis Family
May God's loving presence comfort you, His perfect peace restore you, and His promise of eternal life sustain you during this time of loss.
Heartfelt Love,

February 10, 2012

GONE TO SOON!! R.I.P

Tee Tracey

February 10, 2012

God needed u the most, so He chose u as His new host. Ur missed down here w/ much sincere. Yes we'll
cry as we say our good byes, but we know God will dry our weaking eyes.

Truly missed by ur family:
Deshaun Johnson
Dessmond Johnson

Chrissy P.

February 10, 2012

RIP roni;: we will all miss you. . .

Gunny Floyd Griffin

February 10, 2012

TD, how ironic that your initials would also stand for touch down. Its been an pleasure to have Coached such an delightful young man as you were Tee, however, you're now being coached by the Greatest Coach of ALL times,where your touchdowns will be much more meaningful. God has blessed you and will continue to look over your family. And in closing, Thanks, for being such a fine young man amongst your peers, Thanks for always being a young man of Great "Character", and most importantly, Thanks for all the fun times you provided me with as a Coach, as I watched you over and over again, running that rock via your video, along with in person on Friday nights. You're gone big guy as I've always called you, but will "Never" be Forgotten..

Coach Gunny

Reashell Lee

February 10, 2012

A cousin's bound can never be replaced or erased!!! See you in heaven!!!

quintella

February 10, 2012

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

Carolyn Washington

February 10, 2012

Lives have been touched by such a remarkable young man....what a blessing! Mary, he made you all proud time and time again. Absent from the body, present with the Lord. My prayers are with you all. Be encouraged.

Ariyon Douglas

February 10, 2012

R.I.P you will be truly missed!!

Nakisha Johnson

February 10, 2012

Words cannot express ur passing but god needed you most to play on his team and that is the best team to be on you was momma lil punk ariane and aj big brother u was part of our family and will be truly missed

Biggie Faciane

February 10, 2012

Rest Roni

NADIA AVILA

February 10, 2012

YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED....

February 9, 2012

rip! Sweet Child!

Your Cousin Dion Alexander Sr. & Family

February 9, 2012

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

February 9, 2012

TO GOD BE THY GLORY...MAY YOU REST IN PEACE ...TO THE FAMILY,,,BE STRONG AND YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS,
ARSHIELD & THERESA BULLOCK-JOHNSON FAMILY!

JOYCELYN NAVARRE

February 9, 2012

TO THE FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SORROWS.I KNOW THAT DEATH IS ONE OF THE HARDEST THING TO DEAL WITH.YOU WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW YOU. JOYCE HBA#33 Rouses

Albert & Tracy Nickles

February 9, 2012

To The Duplessis Family: May you find strength, peace, and comfort in our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Roni's smile, compassion, personality, and his love for family & friends will never be forgotten. We will see him again in his glorified body when Jesus return. May his soul RIP.

Tamika

February 9, 2012

It hurts to see a positive young man gone so soon. You will be missed by many but God has other plans for you. It was a pleasure to watch you on the field. Rest Tyrone with no more worries of this world. #22

La. Tech Alumni

February 9, 2012

From all accounts a wonderful, fine and loving young man. The comments here show you will be missed by many. May you watch over all who were blessed to have known you and may you soar on eagles wings!

brande matthews

February 9, 2012

tyrone you will be truly missed....god needed his angel but i really wish you could still be here with your family

rosalind burnett

February 9, 2012

rest in peace tyrone watch over your wife and comfront her in ur harms gone but never forgotten:)

Tim Johnson

February 9, 2012

May God Bless your Family!!!Ekhs Football Team c/o 2010

Shannon Johnson

February 9, 2012

May You rest in The arms of The Lord. Praying For Your family May They praise God anyhow And find comfort.

Zomora Alford

February 9, 2012

My heart goes out to the family.And everyday will be a struggle w/ out Tyrone in your lives. But just remember ther's a GOD up above an that will see yall it thru.
The Alford & Flemings Family

Jo Ann Grant-Vancourt

February 9, 2012

God's request for another Angel fullfilled and sending Prayers for your family

Evangeline Solomon

February 9, 2012

U will always b a supa star n my eyes now I know heaven hv a Star... U will truly b missed by many and know that we will met again rest on brother ur family will b ok with u lookin down upon them :)

February 9, 2012

Rip Tyrone.. U in a better place now.. My God look over your family as they get throu this..

Schirra James

February 9, 2012

Go Roni Go!! Your in my Prayers Family.#22!!

valeria burke

February 9, 2012

U might not be here in body, but ur spirit always be here. Family keep ur head up, and always remember he's in a better place. R.i.p.

Shandrell and the family!

February 9, 2012

May u rest in peace tyrone!
U,kawana,and your family will forever be in my prayers! U will be truly missed! R.I.P TYRONE
#22 UP!!

danna

February 9, 2012

Luv u roni gone but not forgotten

Andria Wyatt

February 9, 2012

Sleep on Roni

Shywanda Harris

February 9, 2012

My heart,blessings and prayers r wit yall everyday

Jasmine Smith

February 9, 2012

Rest In Paradise RONI...
As long as I knew you was a cool dude, not only to me but to all you knew. The FAM is in my prayers, Ms. Darlene and Ms. Charlene keep y'all head up. Ilyall and I'm here.

Tara and Makayla

February 9, 2012

My prayers are with my Hendee Street fam always. RIP Roni!!

LESLIE MOTLEY ROSS

February 9, 2012

I'M PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY I CAN'T FIND THE WORDS TO SAY BUT JUST KEEP PRAYING

Danyelle Johnson

February 9, 2012

Love u and gonna miss u lil' cousin.. Even though we we're miles apart still thought of u!

Kelley

February 9, 2012

To Tyrone family&friends I knw he will be surly miss but whenever u pray let God have his way he will fix it for u,all u have to do is ask the Savior to help u and he will he will carry ya through may God be wth the family,in Jesus name Amen....

Shavon Billew

February 9, 2012

Rip T-Money!U R Truly Missed!

mary james

February 9, 2012

To the best Running Back in the world God only promise you to us for a lil while on 2-2-2012 he call you home to run in heaven. Am going to miss you alot but I know that you are in a better place and you are at peace.Look over to yore right and tell yore grandmother Rose I love her. Dont worried you will see me again because we all must go yore way one day (FOREVER MISS YOU YORE MOM MARY, DAD,KENNETH,BROTHERS,CHUCKIE,LILKENNETH,SISTER ARLEE,GRANDMOMDAISY

Shantay Smith

February 9, 2012

Ronie u r gone n u r being missed by numerous of folks.. May u r.i.p cuzn

Katie

February 9, 2012

R.I.P Tee gone but never forgotten

February 9, 2012

I will remember all the Touchdowns you made FOREVER Nephew ! Love always from Uncle Willie Dixon Jr and Family !

Kendra Hills-Rivers And family

February 9, 2012

Take your rest Roni....your job here is done babyboy.....

Tricey & TOYA JOSEPH SISTERS

February 9, 2012

R.I.P Roni you will be truly missed : ( gone but NEVER forgotten ..
put cha 22's up

ebony Robinson

February 9, 2012

Tyrone u r in a better place rite now and my prayers goes out to ur family and my girl wannie

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The Baxter Family

February 8, 2012

God Bless an were praying !!!!

angel riggins

February 8, 2012

R.I.P. Ronnie ....God had chosen you to watch over Terrell and Brosia We love you and you will always be with us in our prayers ,hearts ,soul ,and mind GOD has his SWEET ANGEL HOME ,rest my son ,until we meet again ,love you ...the Riggins family

tbaby

February 8, 2012

u were a very loving and sweet person u will surly b missed by many but ur in a better place now only God knows y he felt fit 2 call his great angle home R.I.P Roni #22

JAMES CAIN

February 8, 2012

SORRY TIME WAS SHORT BUT YOUR LOVE N MEMORIES WILL LIVE THREW US R.I.P LOVE YOU T$D #22^^

sherrell brown

February 8, 2012

I miS's you so much cousin and I love you with everything In me.tell Tony I love him And I miss yall

Tara Borden

February 8, 2012

GONE BUT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. #22

shenay and the hold LEWIS FAMILY WE LOVE U

February 8, 2012

Hey roni just checking in on u I love u big brother so much only if we could have had fun one more time but I know u in a better place now so we need to.not worry no more but I love u n tell my cuzzin boggie my brother will n my cuzzin rudy n waldall I said I love them n keep looking over me me u rest.in.peace

ROSHON, BOOTISE, AND ARIE

February 8, 2012

REST ON LIL CUZ, YOU WILL TRUELY BE MISSED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY

February 8, 2012

sad to see one of mi big brothas leave meh soo soon but i kno ur life will be better were ur goin iama always luv u roni i kno u lookin down on all us i kno ms.marry n tweet takin it hard but all we can do is pray for better times i kno u gonna do yo thing runnin plays for da man upstairs i kno u n boogie gonna be playin each otha so watch out....u gonna be truly missed by everybody god took u too soon but he makes no mistakes ily roni n get ur rest......
ily always
ari

metoya lee

February 8, 2012

Rest in peace

asia smith

February 8, 2012

Uncle Roni i will miss your hugs. Missing you already

Love ya Asia Smith

Deon Borden

February 8, 2012

Lil cuz, Love u so much.... Till the next time we meet again, know that everything I do in life will b in honor of you.....

Kendall Casey

February 8, 2012

Man it hurts to see that you are really gone man please watch over us I miss u wish I could trade place with u .why u man I love u nephew frm your uncle Kendall

mary james

February 8, 2012

To the best running back in the world you once ran the ball on earth now you are running for Jesus am not saying good bye am saying i,ll see you later my son

Felicia Ross

February 8, 2012

TO THE DUPLESSIS FAMIL YOU ALL HAVE ME&MY FAMILY SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOVE ONE I CAN HONESTLY SAY I KNOW HOW IT FEEL..I BEEN THROUGH IT. BUT I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS GOD IS THE ONLY ONE THAT CAN SEE YOU ALL THROUGH THIS.MUCH LOVE FROM THE PIERRE&ROSS FAMILY

Myesha Hagans

February 8, 2012

I can't image you not calling or texting me asking me to do school favors for you...Baby I wish you could call or text to get on my nerves one more time.I love you cousin & your presence will be greatly missed...
Love always Myesha & Family ....

Rae Brewer

February 8, 2012

May God Be With Your Family& Friends To Give Them The Strength To Get Thru The Grieving Process. They Need You But God Needed Your More! You Were Such A Sweet Person.You Will Never Be Forgotten..

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