Family, friends, and former classmates are remembering Daiquan Tedelee Black, a young public health student whose life and promise left a lasting impression across New Orleans and Chicago. Black, who was born on December 17, 2000, died on February 3, 2025. He was 24.
Originally from Chicago, Black attended Morgan Park High School before continuing his education at Xavier University of Louisiana, where he studied public health science. Friends describe him as deeply committed to service, with a growing interest in health equity and community well-being—an area of study that resonated strongly at Xavier, a historically Black Catholic university known for producing leaders in health and science fields.
Funeral arrangements for Daiquan T. Black are scheduled for Friday, February 14, 2025, at 10 a.m., with the family requesting privacy regarding the location. The announcement comes as loved ones mark one year since his passing, a milestone that has prompted renewed reflection and grief.
“A whole year without you and it still doesn’t feel real,” wrote family friend Ken Fletcher in a tribute shared online. “I carry you with me in everything I do.”
Community members in New Orleans, where Black lived while attending Xavier, echoed similar sentiments, sharing memories that highlighted his kindness, curiosity, and quiet determination. The hashtag #ForeverQuan has become a digital space for remembrance, underscoring how young lives can leave enduring legacies.
As tributes continue, Black is remembered not only for who he was, but for the future he was preparing to serve—one rooted in care, compassion, and public health advocacy.