Timothy Eara LaJuan Rockette

Sunrise: September 11, 1976
Sunset: October 9, 2023

Timothy Eara LaJuan Rockette, 47, of Abbeville, LA, departed this life on October 9, 2023, in Lafayette, LA. Tim was born on September 11, 1976, in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Shirley Angel Campbell Rockette and Proctor Sanders.
Jean Smith and Lonnie Smith (affectionately known as “Pops”) lovingly raised Tim and Shanta as their own; along with Bonus Brothers, Ray Boudreaux, Jelani Smith and Michael Parker, “Tu-Tu” and Radiance Ham, who is affectionately known as “Sissy.”
Tim is survived by his son, Eara Rockette, affectionately known as “Snacka” of Houston, TX, and his siblings: his twin sister, Shanta Ebony Rockette of New Orleans, LA, Jean Smith of Abbeville, LA, Kim Simmons Williams of Syracuse, NY, Eilene Rockette of Baton Rouge, LA, Sherrah Jerry Scrivnor of Sebring, FL, and Willie C Campbell (Janice) of Tomball, TX. Tim is also survived by The Sanders Family in Benton Harbor, MI: LaVerne, Proc, Isaiah and Marlon in addition to The Beloved Smith Clan in Valdosta, GA: Winona, Barbara, Kenneth, Trini, Lonitta, Franco and Gretta
Tim also leaves to cherish his memory, Nieces; Essence, Ashley, Angel, London and ReAnna; and Nephews, Julius, Juparee, Tré, Omari, Eddie and Clay.
Tim also leaves to treasure his memory, a host of beloved great nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Tim was preceded in death by his Beloved Mother, Shirley Angel Campbell Rockette, his Maternal GrandMother, Vernice Joiner Campbell and Maternal GrandFather, Rudolph Campbell and Sister, Dorothy Sanders.
Tim graduated from North Vermillion High School in Maurice, LA. He later pursued a career as a General Manager for luxury men's clothing. He also worked as an offshore rigger; he additionally worked in traveling magazine sales across the US.
Tim loved spending time with his son, Eara, his twin sister, Shanta, family and friends. He had a passion for music and expressed his creativity through playing the guitar, writing lyrics and showcasing his music. Tim was a free spirit, a kid at heart, and always had a smile for others. Even when confronted with life’s most difficult challenges, Tim chose hope and he encouraged others to do the same. He made a profound impact in the lives of numerous family members and friends. May his soul rest in eternal peace. While we love you, dearly and beyond words… God Loves You more. Spread your wings and fly “Baby Boy” for you are indeed precious in the eyes of God.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Desselle Funeral Home, located in Baton Rouge, LA.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 9 a.m., until the start of service at 11 a.m., at Lighthouse for Jesus Ministries, located at 6526 Chiasson Rd in Abbeville, LA. 70510. Interment will take place at Greater Pleasant Green Cemetery, Green St Location in Abbeville, LA. 70510.