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for Wilfred Duplessis
jann Croom-Nienhaus
March 29, 2006
Miss Thelma--so sorry for the loss of your beloved Tiggy. Mom and Dad hold such high regard for him and are devestated by his loss. I know the angels were waiting to take him home. Kind Regards, Jann
Susan Giroir
March 19, 2006
Sheily, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. From reading about him, I see that he was an active, lovable, and positive citizen, and I know must have been a wonderful father too. My sympathy to you and your family at this time of loss.
Mary Carol Waites
March 17, 2006
Mr. Tiggy's family: Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Russ, Carol and Katie Waites
Rip & Verna Berteau
March 10, 2006
Mrs. Thelma & the Duplessis family,
Mr. Tiggy & I were neighbors for 50 years. He was an amazing man and truly a leader of our community.
He raised cattle with his father and brother. We all helped each other when the cattle had to be dipped for fever ticks.
He and Mrs. Thelma were always ready to help in anyway they could.
In 1947 Mrs. Thelma played the organ for our wedding at the old St. John the Evangelist Church that burned down years ago.
Last summer he stopped by to visit and we reminisced of old times.
His memory will always be alive in his stories and the jokes that he told. We'll truly miss our neighbor and friend,
Ollie & Harold Waggenspack
March 8, 2006
Jackie,Ronnie,Thelma,and rest of family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. We will truly miss this great man. Jackie, you were such a caring daughter, and was there for Tiggy and Thelma whenever they needed you.
Harold has been knowing Tiggy for a very long time, and remembers when he got married 72 yrs. ago, and considered him a great friend. He will miss the rabbit hunting with him, and reminiscing with him when he stopped unexpectantly for a visit. Yes, we will miss him greatly.
Henry Braud
March 4, 2006
Although it has been over 30 years since I have seen Tiggy and Thelma I thought of them often, truly missing Tiggys sense of humor and compassion. Tiggy will assuredly be missed by so many. My prayers and heart go out to Thelma and the children for the loss of such a wonderful husband, father and community leader.
Elaine Wheat
March 3, 2006
Jill,
I am so sorry to hear of your grandfather's passing. From what I've heard and read here in this guest book, he was an awesome man of great character. May you keep his memory and goodness fresh in the minds of your children to carry on his heritage. Praying for your entire family, especially your dear grandmother.
Arthur Braud
March 3, 2006
The stories of the tens of thousands of lives that this Gentle Giant touched in his 95 years could fill a library.
As long as we who have known and loved him evoke his name he will be remembered. I encourage every one to tell their story about Tiggy in this forum.
My story is a simple but profound one.
I arrived on his door step in the spring of 1969, the son of his first cousin, Vinnie Braud, suitcase in hand, lost and very confused. Fresh from Viet Nam, I was a distorted twenty year old, high school drop out.
"Uncle" Tiggy and "Aunt" Thelma adopted me, gave me shelter, soothed my battered soul, made sure i earned a GED, found me employment (at Carville General Merchants in Dutchtown), sent me to LSU, hosted a bridal shower for my soon to be wife and sent me on my way to life as a better man.
My extended family's enduring respect and love for Tiggy will never die.
We have known and loved Tiggy as a patriarch of an incredible family.
I will miss his "Hey Cuz" and wry smile whenever i returned "home" to Prairieville.
His imprint on my life is indelible. If it were not for him, i would not be the man i am.
With endearing gratitude and solace that he is with his maker ...
Arthur J. Braud
Niederwald, Texas
Ronald Rodriguez
March 3, 2006
Although I did not Know him that well, the little time I did get to spend around him, was full of laughter and Kindness. You will be miss by all.
Yvette Gautreau Brunson and family
March 3, 2006
To the Duplessis family,
We extend our deepest sympathy during your time of loss. Our community is a great place because of the contributions he made throughout his life.
Bradley Broussard
March 3, 2006
I know my friends and family members in heaven will enjoy and appreciate Mr. Duplessis's joining them. His great attitude and wonderful sense of humor will be a welcome addition to an already wonderful place. May God Bless Tiggy and his family.
David and Roberta DeRossett
March 3, 2006
Dear Sheily,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the homegoing of your Father. May you be comforted knowing that he is now in the presence of the Heavenly Father.
Dana Marcantel
March 3, 2006
What a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend! A truly Great Man and we will all mourn his loss. Ms. Thelma, Helen, Paul, Jackie, Karin, Sheily and families, our heartfelt sympathies to each one of you. You shall all be in our prayers. Steve, Dana (Van Metre) & Brandon Marcantel
Dennis, Nanci , Phillip & Chris Rome
March 2, 2006
Mrs. Bell & family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God wrap your family and friends in His loving arms to guide you & care for you all during this difficult time. We know your father is very proud of you and so glad he got to share in your outstanding achievements.Our deepest sympathy for you all!
Karen Babineaux
March 2, 2006
Mrs. Bell,
My heart felt gratitude goes out to you and your family. Mr. Tiggy was a great man and he will be greatly missed.
With Love,
Karen
Jodi (Bubble) Cooper
March 2, 2006
Mrs. bell and her family once again I just want you/ya'll to know ya'll's family is in our prayers and we WILL see you when mr. tiggy lays at rest tommorrow and sat. morning/afternoon LOVE YOU Mrs. Bell.........
Vance & Amy Mitchell
March 2, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
LLOYD & SHARON HEBERT, SHARON HEBERT & ASSOCIATES
March 2, 2006
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN YOUR LOSS.
Jean (Kennison) Guidry
March 2, 2006
I was so saddened to learn of the loss of "Cousin Tiggy". He was such a sweet, caring man who will always be remembered as being a loving father and a friend to everyone he met. Family was very important to him; and I know he will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Mom is ill and will be unable to attend Tiggy's services, but please know that her thoughts and prayers are with you also.
Kathy Brown
March 2, 2006
Paul, Rachelle, Ryan, Ronnie and the rest of the Duplessis Family
Thinking of you all at this time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. PaPa Tiggy is a very special man and will be greatly missed.
Jim, Kathy, Lacie and James Brown
Brice & Roxanne Cranfield
March 2, 2006
WHAT A GREAT MAN!!!!!!! HE WILL SURELY BE MISSED. MS. JACKIE, MR. RONNIE, PAUL AND RACHELLE OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.
Kyle Menck Amy Mancuso
March 2, 2006
Ms. Bell, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the peace that only God can provide cover you and bring comfort during this difficult time.
Kyle Menck and Amy Mancuso
March 2, 2006
Ms. Bell, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the peace that only God can provide cover you and bring comfort during this difficult time.
Stephanie Musso
March 2, 2006
Sheily,
Your father's life was a shining example of what God intends for each of us. We can all learn from his example...spiritually, morally, and the honor in which he brought to the family with his true devotion. His legacy will live forever! May our Lord grant you and your family peace during this time. Love, Danny & Stephanie Musso
Tut and Julie Babin
March 2, 2006
We have known Mr. Tiggy all of our lives. He has been one of the pioneers of this community and always a highly respected man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family . He will be missed by all!
From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home
March 2, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Ron, Janet & Katie Lindsey
March 1, 2006
Mr Paul,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Tiggy sure spiced up the KC meetings when he spoke.
Eric & Lisa Bonin
March 1, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of Mr.Tiggy's death. We live right across the road from he and his wife. We saw him every day pick up his mail or paper and he always would stop and talk to our children or at least give them a wave. We will miss seeing him everyday. May God bless his family and our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Darren Poche F. N.
March 1, 2006
As Faithful Navigator of the 4th Degree Assembly 2052, on behalf of the membership, I wish to express our condolences to the family of Sir Knight Wilfred P. "Tiggy" Duplesis. He was an inspiration to us all. God Bless his soul.
Ruth and Harry Hanson
March 1, 2006
We are sad that we were unable to attend the services to bid adieu to "Cousin Tiggy" as he often referred to himself.On Monday Harry stepped on a nail in an umkempt field and it nearly went all the way through his right foot. He has orders to stay off the foot and of course I am his arms and legs for the most part. I was honored to have interviewed Mr. Tiggy a few months ago on the community and our family ties. I marvelled at how he came in from the fields at 6:30 PM to share with me his many memories and our Braud/Gautreau connection.Of course Ms Thelma was not be left out. She played the piano for me and showed off her latest creation, a new quilt. At 11:00 P.M. I insisted on closing the interview, vowing to return at a later date. Their energy level and willingness to share with others never ceased to amaze me. An Ascension Parish Icon, he will be missed by all. God Bless my friend... may you plow richer fields and enrich new friends in your new home. To Ms Thelma and children, grandchildren and great grandchildren left behind, our sympathies on your loss but how rich you are to have been in his inner circle of family.
Harold Aymond
March 1, 2006
To All Of Tiggy's Family,
You have my sincere heart-felt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vikkie Lafollette
March 1, 2006
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you always. No words could ever fully express our heart felt sympathy. Mr. Tiggy was a wonderful man. He was a dedicated and true conservationist in every sense of the word. All those involved in Conservation were truly blessed for having known him. We loved him dearly. This state has truly lost a great man who always put what was best for Louisiana, agriculture and its citizens first. The conservation movement has also lost a great leader. We will miss his enthusiasm, charm, whit, and his loving heart. May God give you the comfort and strength to get through this tremendously difficult time.
The Dugdemona Soil & Water Conservation District:
Bruce Frazier, Billy Gaines, Claude McMillan, Don Price, Helene Walker and Vikkie Lafollette
Jane & Melvin Istre
March 1, 2006
We knew Mr Tiggy for such a short
time. He treated us just like family and called Our Granddaughter Kieara Brown, Who one of his daughters Karin watched for us, his ray of sunsine. We will truly miss such a smart and kind man. All our love too all the family members.
Brian, Christine & Sarah Laiche
March 1, 2006
Ms. Bell,
We are so saddened to hear of your father's passing. Your entire family is in our prayers.
<br>Michel J Champagne <br>Captain, Manresa Retreat Group #25<br>
March 1, 2006
Words cannot express what a profound honor and privilege it has been to have known Mr Tiggy Duplessis for over twenty years as a fellow retreatant at Manresa - a caring, kind, and gentle man always at the ready to help his fellow man, whether it be by word or deed, and a loving and lovable raconteur in the truest sense of the word, possibly second only to his late brother Bris.
I offer you my most heartfelt condolences on your loss and assure you that you will all be remembered in the prayers offered by the members of the retreat group that was blessed for so many years by the presence of both Tiggy and Bris but also their father as well. The world is without a doubt a better place for them having been in it, and those of us lucky enough to have known any of them, if not all three, are certainly all better men for it.
While no doubt more easily said than done, Tiggy's life is surely one we can celebrate, certainly a prime example of "the art of living well" and an inspiration to all who knew him.
O God, the Creator and Redeemer of all the faithful, give to your servant departed the full remission of his sins that he may obtain the pardon he has always desired. You, who live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.
May the angels lead him into Paradise, may the martyrs come to welcome him and take him to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem. May the choir of angels welcome him where Lazarus is poor no longer; may he have eternal rest. Amen.
May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Lois Ristroph
March 1, 2006
Oh, how the memories came flooding back of our times in the 50's when we were neighbors in Geismar and Tiggy and Thelma made us feel "one of the family". There were the weekly visits for saying the Rosary and later looking at Dragnet on TV.
John loved to tell the story of the time, when in a medical emergency, he hot-wired one of Tiggy's vehicles to go for help----so many, many memories! Then there is this last great very appreciated show of friendship--Tiggy took the time and effort to be with us, sharing our grief, at John's funeral this past April.
The world has lost a great man, but Heaven has gained another Saint.
God Bless you all, My prayers are with you,
Lois Ristroph
27030 Hwy. 405
Plaquemine, La. 70764
Audrey Boudreaux
March 1, 2006
There are not enough words to capture Mr. Tiggy's joy for life and what he meant to his family and so many others. He will be missed and remembered by all the lives he so strongly touched throughout his life's journey, and all he gave back to the community he loved.
Carrie Brown
March 1, 2006
What a true testament to life, a man so pure and clean. Tiggy was an awsome family leader, care giver, friend and person of wisdom. My one prayer for each of you that are missing him, is that God give each of you the one true give of "PEACE". He will never be forgotten.
Gayle Roussel
March 1, 2006
I believe the sadness we feel in losing Mr. Tiggy equals the happiness the angels felt when he joined them. He will be sadly missed but the memories of him are filled with joy and laughter. What a wonderful man and I feel blessed to have known him.
Kelly Lejeune & Chris Conner
March 1, 2006
Although I did not know Mr. Tiggy, I hear that he was a good, hard working man. Chris and I send our condolences at this time of sorrow to all of the members of Mr. Tiggy's family. It seems to me that Mr. Tiggy has brought up a very well family. When I first met some of the members of his family, they welcomed me with open arms and told me they felt that they knew me forever, you know I felt that same way. God will take care of Mr. Tiggy and he will be watching and taking care of all of you.
Amelia & Marybeth Rhodes
March 1, 2006
Mrs Bell & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jodi (Bubble) Cooper
February 28, 2006
It is so sad to see such a great husband,father,grandfather and most importantly a *GREAT FRIEND* like Mr. Tiggy himself leave us at what terms he did. I know he fought with as much might as he could because all the Duplessis' fight till the end! He lived such a wonderful life; Mrs. Thelma and himself had such a wonderful family the youngest Mrs. Sheila Duplessis Bell has giving me something in life that most people could had never given anybody (me) and that there is Faith and Strength and most of all to learn!I did not get to meet Mr. Tiggy and Mrs. Thelma until my last spring concert of my sr. yr of "05" he told me something I will never forget "My daughter is blessed to have such a wonderful student like you Jodi wanting to learn the sounds of music", from that point on I looked at him as one of my family members so losing him is very hard! Mrs. Bell I promise you and your family my Uncle that has also recently past,will take care of your daddy (Mr. Tiggy) up in heaven where the symphony awaits us all! My prayers go out to all the family and friends! God Bless
Jennie and Ed Martin
February 28, 2006
What a grandfather to us all. His great character, wit, and example will always be with us. How fitting that a man of God's last act was attending Mass. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rick and Dee Dee Williams
February 28, 2006
Our sincere sympathy and prayers to Thelma and the Duplessis family. We will always remember Tiggy's wonderful stories and his great sense of humor. "What a very SPECIAL man."
Rodney Daigle
February 28, 2006
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Tiggy. I will miss him dearly along with his life long stories of his life. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family at this difficult time.
mindy christman
February 28, 2006
My family and I send our Deepest Sympathy in this time of sorrow. May God Bless All OF YOU!
Misty Millien
February 28, 2006
My deepest regards to the whole family. Mr. Tiggy was a well respected man. May God grant you all peace for he is at peace now with the Lord.
Scott Williams
February 28, 2006
Our family offers our condolences with sincere sympathy in this time of sorrow to the Duplessis family. We rejoice in the fact of knowing such a great and caring person as was Uncle Tiggy. God's grace is sufficient.
Eddie & Marilyn Lambert
February 28, 2006
Mr. Tiggy's sharp wit and sense of humor will be greatly missed. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Margo Templet
February 28, 2006
Nan and family,
Our entire family sends love, prayers, and condolences to you at this time. We know Uncle Tiggy and Paw Bris are ready to help Jesus with his herd!!
Much Love,
Margo, Shane, Gage, & Toby Templet
Meredith & Nick Cart
Jimmy, Michele, James, & Jason Smiley
Murphy J Painter
February 28, 2006
I was very sadden to hear of Mr. Tiggy's death. My deepest condolences to every member of his wonderful and extented family. A part of Ascension Parish has passed with him, never to be relived or reborn. One can only hope to live as full and complete life as he did on this earth. A life of honesty and integrity.
Iris Schexnaydre
February 28, 2006
Words cannot express how I feel and how our community feels about the loss of this great man. My father loved being around Mr. Tiggy and especially loved to tell his stories, usually comical tales of life. His love for Mrs. Thelma was quite evident, setting such a good example of what true love and devotion is to a spouse. The memory of the two of them holding hands in church and their devotion to their Lord will be etched in my mind forever. God rest your soul, Mr. Tiggy and God bless your family.
Gerald & Sheila Blair
February 28, 2006
We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to the family in this hour of need. May our Holy Father watch and protect over each of you and give you peace.
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