Andre Mecen Daceus

Andre Mecen Daceus died January 13, 2015 in Orlando, Florida Biographie Andre Mecen Daceus was born to the parentage of the late Mr. Herman Daceus and Angeline Ulysse Vincent on April 4, 1938 in Saint-Michel-De-L'Attalaye, Haiti. "Papi & Mecen," as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, completed his primary and secondary education in Haiti. He was an intelligent man that loved Agriculture and Politics. For the next 38 years, Andre was not only an educator teaching students but became the Principal of his own school, and later, the Superintendent of the private schools in his region, Andre was able to overcome any obstacles that came his way. In 1987, he succeeded his opponent of his political party, P.D.C.H., but unfortunately, the election was null and void. In 1990, he ran again for Haitian Congress. He was a courageous man. In 2009, a new life began as our Heavenly Father guided Andre into making the United States of America his permanent home. As a loving and caring man, The Lord blessed Mecen with 4 wonderful children. Andre was a hard working father who strived to succeed and who cared deeply for all his children. He loved his family and his family loved and cherished him in return. He instilled the highest level of morals and values into his children who will undoubtedly pass on the same teachings to their children as part of his legacy. Andre made sure his children knew God first and the importance of education. They will always remember him as the devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend that he was. Papi's love and devotion flowed from his heart to his family and then his community. He was a very giving man, always putting his family and friends first. As a faithful servant of the Lord, he loved to talk about Christ and share words of encouragement with everyone his life touched. In addition, he was a faithful member of Philadelphia Haitian Baptist Church of Orlando under the leadership of Pastor Jean-Carroll Bernadin. Papi loved the Lord dearly and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Anyone who became acquainted with him quickly realized that he had a good heart and a wonderful spirit. On Tuesday, January 13, 2015, Andre Mecen Daceus was called Home to be at peace with the Lord in His Heavenly Realm. He was truly a great man of essence and will be missed by so many. He will forever be in our hearts and his legacy will live on. He leaves to cherish his loving memories: Sons: Jean Ketner, Diderot & Hugue Daceus; Michelet Desrosiers; Daughter : Esther Daceus; Grandaughter : Bianca Rose Kettia Daceus; Brother: Garousse Daceus; Sisters: Rose Cely, Marie Daceus, Helene Berger; Aunt: Mme. Alfonse Pierre; Brother-in-Law: Pastor Joseph Simon Cely; Sisters-in-Law: Bertrice & Agnesse Daceus; Nephews: Jeff S. Cely, Webster & Godney Pierre; John Jr. Berger; Rigardy, Andy, Wagner & Joshua Daceus; Nieces: Rosemonde, Amadeo, Genesis, Thalia & Nevine Cely; Marline & Sabine Daceus; Farha Pierre; Cousins: Pastor Zacharie Pierre, Guillaume Daceus, Seth Pierre, Mari Ange Daceus, Abed Pierre, Bernadette Daceus, Gregory Pierre, Eltha Daceus, David Pierre, Ruffin Dorsaint-Vil, Amielle Pierre, Gayant Dorsaint-Vil, Rose Pierre, Selifene Dorsaint-Vil, Odones Pierre, Pierre Antoine Gesse, Richard Daceus, Pastor Joseph Saint Juste, Michelle Daceus, Eve Michelle Daceus, Martine Daceus, David R. Daceus, Ulrick Daceus and a host of families and friends who have been affected by this loss. Acknowledgements The Family of the late Andre Mecen Daceus would like to express our heartfelt love and appreciation to those of you who have shared in this homegoing celebration. Your cards and prayers have truly ministered to our spirit and helped us to get through a very difficult time. For those who have traveled near or far, it is our prayer that God will guide you safely back to your many destinations. The Daceus Family