Obituary of Darryl Laqua Fuqua

Darryl "DeRose" Laqua Fuqua (23) departed this life suddenly Friday, February 10th, 2017. DeRose was born October 11th, 1993 in Atlantic City, NJ to Gwen "Coochie" (Byrd) Benson & the late Darryl Lamont Fuqua. "DeRose" was educated  in the Cherry Hill & Lindenwold, New Jersey school system; prior to returning to Bridgeton, NJ. He graduated Bridgeton High School in June of 2013. "DeRose" was a aspiring rapper, he was anticipating his big break on New Jerseys Got Talent; where he was scheduled to perform February 18th, 2017. "DeRose" had been raping since  the 6th grade. He loved rapping & dancing. He played football until he received a collarbone injury. He especially loved his PS3. "DeRose" loved his family, the Mother & Son bond he shared with his Mom was unconditional. He was also very close to his loving & devoted Grandmother Blanche (Wilson) Bergen. "DeRose" shared very strong family ties with his sisters Ebony Skinner, Lakeisha Fuqua, Godsister Philshae Waters & his Godbrother Keenan Ogletree. He spent most of his time with his girlfriend Latavia Hadden & her children. He leaves to cherish his memories: His Devoted Mother, Gwen Coochie" ( Byrd ) Benson; Grandmother, Blanche (Wilson) Bergen; two sisters, Ebony Skinner & Lakeisha Fuqua; Godsister, Philshae Waters; Godbrother, Keenan Ogletree. Three Aunts: Shellie Brown, Kathy Barkley & Robin Fuqua; one Uncle: Tyrone Wilson. His Friend & Companion Latavia Hadden, two best friends Brian Jones , Eric Odinlo; The DIVA SQUAD Mothers: Ms. Suzie, Ms. Linda, Ms. Ann, Ms. Pat, Ms. Leslie , Ms. Jeanette, Ms. Gloria & a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives & friends. He was predeceased by his father Darryl Fuqua & his brother Keenan Bland. His maternal Grandfather Wilbert Byrd, his paternal Grandmother Delores Snyder & his paternal Grandfather Douglas Whiting.