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Travis Twiggs Obituary

TWIGGS Staff Sgt. Travis (Tebeaux, T-Bo) Nathaniel Twiggs, USMC, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Age 36 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Stafford, Virginia. Beloved husband of Kellee LaFontaine Twiggs. Loving father of two precious daughters: Ireland Bristol Twiggs, and America Aidan Twiggs. Beloved son of Douglas O. Twiggs and Sherry Taylor-Orr. Stepson of Nancy B. Twiggs and Glenn E. Orr. Son-in-law of Deborah M. Graham and Douglas A. Graham. Honored brother of Ryan J. Twiggs, Kimberly R. Twiggs Conklin, and the late Willard (Will) Jay Twiggs. Stepbrother of Michael G. Orr and Nancy Orr Johnson. Brother-in-law of Brittany B. Taylor. Paternal grandson of the late Hobart J. Twiggs and Hazel Young Twiggs of Spruce Pine, N.C. Maternal grandson of Julian Dean Taylor and the late Wilma L. Taylor of Bush, LA. Uncle of Caroline Taylor Twiggs and Dylan James Pryce. Travis was a decorated Staff Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps, with whom he completed 5 combat tours in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Travis served his country faithfully and loyally and was laid to rest with full U.S. Marine Corps honors. Private Military Funeral Services were held from the Chapel of Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA on Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment was private. Family requests that memorials be made in Travis's loving memory to a trust education fund that has been setup for his children. For more information, please call (504) 486-9671.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on May 25, 2008.

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Kitty Farias

January 9, 2025

To the Twiffs Family: I do not know your family, or your son Travis. However, I am an Air Force brat who's father and uncle served in Vietnam. It affected them in a way that changed them forever. All I an say is although his life ended tragically, it was in no way a reflection of the honorable man he was. I watched the documentary and my heart goes out to Travis (and Willards) entire family. Travis was and still is an honorable man, child of God and soul. Rest in peace, you good and faithful servant. I will keep you and those who suffer with the same struggles in my prayers. God bless you all and keep you, forever.

Robert Stillwell

January 6, 2024

I met my greatest mentor and friend in 2007 on a flight from NO to Jacksonville NC. I was fresh out of Paris Island and headed to SOI. He didn't have to swap numbers muchless actually stay in touch with me but he did and I ended up going to his old unit Golf Co 2/6. He was the true definition of what's a US Marine. Still think about him often and still pray for his family.

Greg Corvin

June 13, 2008

Twiggs family,
My Deepest sympathy goes out to your family for your losses. I served with T-Bo on two occasions, once in South Carolina and in Iraq. He was one of the best Marines I ever had the pleasure to serve with and was a true friend. He will be deeply missed. God Speed SSgt “T-Bo” Twiggs. Kelly if there is anything I can do please let me know. 540-785-3847.
Semper Fi
GySgt Greg, Nicole, Hannah, Haylee and Harley Corvin

Soldier Supporters

June 10, 2008

Just needing you to know how very much we are praying for your family during this most difficult time. We have the utmost respect for both of your sons...one for his dedication and sacrifice for our country and the other for his love and dedication to his brother. Our thoughts and prayers for peace will remain with you all. God Bless you, T-Beaux and Will.

Evelyn Fuselier

June 9, 2008

Douglas and family
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your sons. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God give you the strength you need.

Roy Duncan

June 8, 2008

Hey Douglas,
this is Roy at Darrow Fleet. As I write this I am reeling from what I have just read in the Times Picayune. Man, how could something so tragic happen? I am sorry Doug and please know I am thinking about you and praying that you will find peace through all this.
I could not imagine how it would be.
You have always been a friend to me in the river industry, we go back a long way.
God bless you and your family.
Roy Duncan
Cooper/T Smith

Ginger Twiggs Davis

June 8, 2008

Uncle Doug, Aunt Nancy and Sherry,
Our deepest sympathies to you, and much love to you all. I am so proud to be a Twiggs, and love our family. Our prayers are for you all that you will be strong and that through love we will all be a stronger, closer family.

Kenny & Gayle Golden

June 8, 2008

Doug and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolances for the tragic loss of your two sons.

Gayle and I feel your pain and can only tell you there will be bad days at first and some good days. Over time the good will return. Always remember the good times you shared with T-Beau & Will and things will be O.K.

Be strong have faith that things will get better over.

If you would like to talk, maybe I could be of some help. I would enjoy seeing you again, it's been awhile and I'm available anytime.

Bonnie Vicknair

June 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gloria Twiggs

June 7, 2008

Douglas & Nancy and Sherry;

My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve the loss of your beloved sons.

T-Bo often emailed me from Iraq. I saved most of them as he sent me photos. I will miss his emails. He always encouraged me through the struggle of rebuilding my home after the Hurricane.

I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for the Lord to give you strength.

Much Love,

Tommy & Kori Hebert

May 30, 2008

Our prayers go out to the entire Twiggs family. T-Bo will be greatly missed and always in our prayers.

MYRNA PRESLEY

May 28, 2008

Kellee and Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love You

Daniel Freeman

May 28, 2008

I am very sorry to hear the news about T-bo and Willard. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Wayne & Patsy Freeman

May 28, 2008

Dear Nancy and Douglas,

We are so very sorry to hear of the tragedy that has befallen your family. We have such wonderful and cherished memories of Travis and Willard playing in our front yard with Daniel and Drew.

Travis and Willard were two fine sons to be proud of and who we know will be truly missed.

If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Dana Brown-Baize

May 26, 2008

God bless the Twiggs family. We love you all and have you in our prayers.

Claudia Desselle

May 26, 2008

Doug & Nancy

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Claudia Crouchet Desselle

Willard Brown

May 26, 2008

I'm proud to have known an loved T-Bo.May God bless the twiggs failmy. Uncle Willard.

Patti Goens

May 26, 2008

Nancy, Doug and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Shirlyn Fahrig

May 25, 2008

Berly, Nancy, and Doug,

Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. We are praying for strength for you at this unimaginable tragedy. Berly, please get in touch with Brooke as she really wants to help you in any way she can as do we.

Love,
The Fahrigs - Jonny, Shirlyn, Kali, Cameron, Brooke and Britt Grasperge

Sgt Brad & Genan Ramsey

May 25, 2008

Our prayers are with you all. Travis will be greatly missed by all those his life has touched.

Wanda Hamlett

May 25, 2008

To Kellee, Ireland, and America,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Travis was a great man. God bless,

Janet M Troxclair-Pritt

May 25, 2008

The Twiggs Family: My deepest condolences and prayers are extended to all of you. PTSD has affected all of our lives. God be with all of you at this time.

Kim(john and dee kennons grand daughter) Kennon Brown

May 25, 2008

Doug and Nancy- So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family in this dark time.

Timmy,Dawn & girls Hebert

May 25, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy on your lost. T-Bo will be greatly missed. Our prayers will be with you always.

Timmy & Dawn Hebert

May 25, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your lost. T-Bo will be greatly missed. He was and still is a great person. My memories will forever be filled with playing football with him. Kellee please contact us as we would like to help. ([email protected])

Heather Daney

May 25, 2008

The entire Twiggs family,
My prayers have been with you since I was notified of this tragedy. I can only hope that time heals your hearts. God Speed T-Bo.

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