

Before coming to the United States in the late 1970s, Pierre was both a highly skilled carpenter and a gifted musician. With his hands, he built lasting structures; with his music, he inspired hearts. He possessed a deep and lifelong love for music, especially the ability to take a simple melody and transform it into a complete and meaningful song. Pierre played several instruments, but the bass guitar was his favorite, and played it with soul, emotion, and purpose, often allowing the rhythm to speak when words were not enough. Music was not merely something he played ~ it was an essential part of who he was.
Pierre traveled to different countries sharing his music, connecting with people across cultures through sound and rhythm, before making his permanent move to the United States in 1977. After settling in the U.S., he worked for several cleaning companies, bringing the same dedication and work ethic he applied to every part of his life. In the mid 1980s, through hard work, perseverance, and determination, he started his own cleaning and painting company with one clear goal: to provide a better life for his family. He built his business on honesty, responsibility, and pride in his work, setting an example of resilience and self-reliance.
Throughout it all, Pierre never set music aside. He continued playing with his band, recording albums, and creating music that reflected his spirit and life experiences. Known for his extraordinary generosity, Pierre would give you his last dollar without hesitation. His kindness was quiet but powerful, and those who knew him felt it deeply. He also had a genuine love for good food and found joy in life's simple pleasures, embracing each moment with gratitude and warmth.
Pierre's life was rich with love, laughter, music, and compassion. His legacy lives on in the melodies he created, the meals he enjoyed, and the countless lives he touched through his generosity and warmth. We find comfort in knowing that Dad's legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
A visitation will be held on January 3, 2026, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Dorsey/E. Earl Smith Memory Gardens, located at 3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461, US.
Following the visitation, a religious ceremony will take place at the same venue from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
A committal service will be conducted on January 3, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm at Lake Worth Memory Gardens, situated at 3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth, FL 334612398, US.
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