Dwayne Hanson

Dwayne Allen Hanson is remembered as a warm, generous man whose life centered on family and community. A devoted father and husband, Dwayne was described by friends and relatives as good‑humored and outgoing — the sort of person who quickly turned an acquaintance into a friend. He and his wife Samantha were active participants in the NOLA Social Ride community, often joining the group’s regular “Happy Thursday” rides and connecting with neighbors through shared outings.

Family meant everything to Dwayne. He was a loving father to his daughters and took joy in everyday moments with them. The Hansons were enthusiastic Chicago Cubs fans who celebrated the team’s World Series victory together. Those who knew Dwayne remember his easy laugh, loyalty to friends, and the warmth he extended to others — qualities that made him a steady presence in his community.

When funeral arrangements were announced, relatives and friends gathered at First Baptist Church of Chalmette to honor his memory and support the family. The public expressions of sympathy and the memorial contributions requested by the family reflect how deeply he was loved and how many lives he touched.

Public records and local remembrances preserve the outline of Dwayne’s life: a family man, a community rider, a friend to many. While the circumstances of his death drew widespread attention, the details that endure most clearly are the small, human ones — the rides he took with friends, his devotion to family, and the ways he brightened the lives of people around him. Those who loved him remember Dwayne for the kindness and warmth he brought to everyday life.