Ernst "Popoute" Letemps Jr's Obituary
Ernst “Popoute” Letemps, Jr., 43
Beloved Father, Fiancé, Son, and Brother
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Ernst “Popoute” Letemps, Jr., who left us far too soon. A devoted father, loving fiancé, cherished son, brother, and friend, Popoute was known for his unmistakable energy, bold spirit, and passionate presence in any room.
Popoute was the proud father of Logan (9) and Olivia (1) Letemps. Being their dad brought him joy and purpose like no other. He embraced fatherhood wholeheartedly, throwing himself into every moment — the fun, the chaos, and the everyday — often with a loud laugh and a big heart. His children were, without question, the greatest loves of his life.
He is survived by his fiancé, Nathalie Louissaint; his parents, Ernst Letemps and Marie Carole Guillaume; and his siblings, Kathleen and Didier Letemps. His family and friends knew him as someone who lived out loud — always animated, always moving, and always unapologetically himself.
Popoute had a deep and lifelong passion for music. He knew every song, every beat, and could tell you the original behind almost any sample. In this area, he was a self-declared — and arguably undefeated — know-it-all. If you ever dared to get into it with him about music, good luck to you. His encyclopedic knowledge and strong opinions made for unforgettable conversations, often loud, always entertaining, and always fueled by love for the art.
Popoute had a personality that filled every space — sometimes with stories, sometimes with laughter, and often with that unforgettable energy that made him hard to ignore. He could be intense, hilarious, infuriating, and generous — sometimes all in the same hour — but there was never a dull moment with him around. That spark is something we’ll miss deeply.
He leaves behind memories full of laughter, love, music, and a life lived entirely on his own terms. He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.
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