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E. D. White Catholic High School is proud to induct David L. Duplantis, a member of the Class of 1982, into its Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes a life dedicated to faith, family, community, and professional achievement.
David Duplantis was born on April 7, 1964, to Wiltz and Dortha (Dot) Duplantis in St. Martinville, Louisiana. The Duplantis family moved to Thibodaux in the mid-1970s, where David attended St. Joseph Elementary before graduating from E. D. White Catholic High School in 1982.
During his years at E. D. White, David balanced academics and extracurriculars, earning a spot in the National Honor Society and participating in Key Club, Student Council, and sports such as football, basketball, and baseball.
After high school, David pursued his passion for engineering, starting at Nicholls State University and later transferring to the University of Southwestern Louisiana (now the University of Louisiana at Lafayette), where he earned a degree in civil engineering in 1987. His professional journey began with positions in Texas, Georgia, and Louisiana, and he earned his Civil Engineering license in 1991.
In 1997, with encouragement from his wife, Mary Babin Duplantis, David founded Duplantis Engineering, Inc. The company, now known as Duplantis Design Group, grew to employ over 100 professionals and offered services in civil engineering, architecture, surveying, and coastal engineering. David sold his remaining shares in the company in 2023 and transitioned into retirement.
David and Mary have four children—Tyler, Kaley, Ryan, and Jacob—all graduates of E. D. White Catholic High School. Their children continue the family legacy of Catholic education, with David and Mary now enjoying time with their grandchildren.
Throughout his career and personal life, David has been deeply involved in his community. His service includes roles on the E. D. White Advisory Council, Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux School Advisory Council, Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce, CASA of Lafourche, and the boards of several other organizations.
David’s efforts have been recognized through several honors, including serving as the 2016 Thibodaux Fireman’s Fair Grand Marshal, being named an E. D. White Catholic High School Cardinal Great in 2017, and receiving the Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce Frank Kennedy Citizen of the Year Award in 2018.
In retirement, David continues to stay active through Duplantis Properties, LLC, a real estate development company focusing on residential projects. His life is a testament to dedication, leadership, and service to his family, community, and faith.
E. D. White Catholic High School celebrates David L. Duplantis for his many accomplishments and contributions. His induction into the Hall of Fame is a well-deserved recognition of a life lived with purpose and impact.
1983-Bro. Linus Meyers, S.C.
1983-Richard A. Morvant, M.D.
1983-Harvey A. Peltier
1984– Durbin “Dub” Gibbens
1984-Leonard J. Toups
1985-Sr. Mary Immaculata Garcia, O. Carm.
1985-Robert Morvant
1985-A.G. “Mosse” Olivier
1986-Sr. Marie Therese Broussard, O. Carm.
1986-Jerry P. Ledet, Sr.
1987-Msgr. Raphael C. Labit
1987– Judge Bernard L. Knobloch
1988-R.J. “Yockey”Bernard
1988-Ann L. Jackson, M.D.
1989-Ida Francis Bernard
1989-Joel Harris Robichaux
1990-Shirley Delaune
1991-Louise “Maw Maw” Ber
1992-Billy Ledet
1992-Pris Ledet
1993-Bro. John Hotstream, S.C.
1994-Frances Donnes
1995-Russell O. Ayo, Jr.
1995-Bro. Lee Barker, S.C.
1996-Deacon Willie Ray Joseph Orgeron
1996-Troy Thompson, Jr.
1997-Sr. Denis Rodrigue, O. Carm.
1997-Richard Gibbens Robichaux
1998-Sr. Barbara Nell Laperouse, O. Carm.
1999-Elaine “Pickles” Morvant
2000-Timothy J. Guarisco
2000-Clarence J. Riviere
2001-Boyd C. Hebert, Sr.
2002-Maxine Giardina
2002-Janice Martin
2003-Donald Peltier
2003-James Peltier, D.D.S.
2003-Bro. Xavier Werneth, S.C.
2004-Jacob Giardina
2004-Bro. Ray Hebert, S.C.
2005-Jeanette Labat
2005-Bro. Ralph McGary, S.C.
2006-Erkle Rodrigue, Sr.
2006-Bro. Ronald Talbot, S.C.
2007-Martin F. Edlefsen
2007-Carolyn S. Hebert, M.D.
2008-Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Amedee
2008-Shirley R. Legendre
2008-Sr. Immaculata Paisant, M.S.C.
2009-Leslie Daigle
2009-Joyce Schexnayder
2010-Luke J. Ford, Jr.
2010-JoyLove C. Toups
2011-Msgr. Frederic J. Brunet
2011-Fr. Jules A. Brunet
2011-Ron Harrist
2012-Eddie Cole
2012-Bro. Paul Montero, S.C.
2013-Bro. Christopher Cox, S.C.
2013-Myra Zeringue Luft
2013-Sylvia Thigpen Zeringue
2015-Kathleen Broggi
2016-Boyd C. Hebert, Jr.
2016-Preston LeJeune
2017-J.B. Falgoust
2018-David M. Richard
2019-Alan Gary Phillips
2021-Bro. Patrick McGinity, S.C.
2022-Priscilla Naquin Battaglia
2024-David L. Duplantis
E. D. White Catholic High School is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Hall of Fame. This prestigious accolade aims to honor individuals who have significantly contributed to the school and the Thibodaux community through their professional achievements and involvement in religious, civic, business, or educational activities.
Nominee Qualifications
To be eligible for nomination, candidates must have a substantial connection to one or more of the following institutions:
– Mt. Carmel Academy
– Thibodaux College
– Thibodaux Central Catholic High School
– E. D. White Catholic High School
This connection could be as a former student, graduate, faculty member, parent, supporter, or benefactor.
The criteria for being inducted into the Hall of Fame is the individual’s contributions to his/her profession and his/her religious, civic, business, or educational involvement.
Entry and Selection Process
Each nomination must be submitted using the official nomination form provided below. The process ensures that all information submitted is reviewed with the utmost confidentiality by the Hall of Fame committee and the staff of the Alumni Office. While the details of the nomination remain private, biographical information of selected inductees will be published upon their acceptance into the Hall of Fame.
Importantly, nominations are not a one-time consideration. Once a candidate is nominated, their information will be kept on file and reviewed annually by the committee, ensuring continued opportunities for recognition.
For those interested in nominating a deserving individual, please fill out and submit the official nomination form provided below. Further information can be obtained by contacting the E. D. White Advancement Office at 985-449-1859.
E. D. White Catholic High School encourages the community to participate in recognizing those who have made meaningful contributions and left a lasting impact on the school and beyond. This Hall of Fame induction not only honors individual achievements but also celebrates the enduring spirit and legacy of the E. D. White community.