Haili Gabrielle Duncan

Haili Gabrielle Duncan, age 25, beautiful daughter and a true gift from God, was born on May 24, 2000, in Metairie, Louisiana to Roland and Valencia Duncan. She is the beloved sister of Heidi Christina Duncan. Haili graduated from St. Mary’s Academy High School in 2018 and was currently attending the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She was majoring in Mechanical Engineering and was expected to graduate Spring 2026. During her time at UL, Haili was a member of National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) where she served as Event Planning Chair, and a member of UL Black Student Union (BSU). Haili leaves behind a legacy of kindness, determination, and a deep commitment to learning. Her dedication to engineering was unmatched. She was known for her genuine, bubbly, and vibrant personality with a contagious laughter that brought joy and happiness to everyone around her. She had a huge heart filled with love for all. She loved sports, video games, exploring cities, and spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed working and spending time with her Texas Roadhouse family in Lafayette, Louisiana. Haili, as she was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God. Haili lived by the verse she loved Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Her life is joyfully celebrated by her loving parents, Roland and Valencia, and her sister Heidi. She is the cherished granddaughter of Alvin and Elaine Blouin, the late Roland Duncan, Sr., and the late Loretta Helton Johnson. She leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins who adored her dearly and will cherish her memories for decades to come. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 11:00am at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church 7300 Crowder Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana 70127, with visitation beginning at 9:00am. Though her earthly journey has ended, her spirit lives on. Relatives and friends of the family, University of Louisiana at Lafayette Students, Faculty and Staff, Texas Roadhouse Lafayette, Louisiana, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Inc., InspireNOLA Charter Schools Faculty and Staff, and St. Mary’s Academy High School Alumnae, Faculty and Staff are invited to attend her funeral service. Internment: Mount Olivet Cemetery 2050 Caton St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70122. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70125. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences with the family.

Haili Gabrielle Duncan

November 24, 2025