Darrell Troppy
“It’s [art] the one thing that I know that has never left me. If you locked me up I would find a way to do something artistic, perhaps paint on the floor? It never leaves you. You’d become less whole. I think every artist experiences this feeling more than once in their life. You pray, you wish and you hope that feeling never leaves you – the passion that wakes you, the driving force and the reason you exist.”-Darrell Troppy
Darrell Troppy, 60, of Beaumont, Texas died Saturday, December 25, 2021. Darrell was survived by his husband Eddie Bates; his brother Daniel Troppy and his spouse, Mitch Waldman. Darrell was born April 7, 1961 in Harlingen, Texas to Fay Idell Passmore and Herman Joseph Troppy.
Darrell, a beloved Beaumont visionary and artist, has showcased his works internationally—his art was celebrated as a prize-winner at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France in 2017. He mastered every art medium—showing his own, unique style, color choice and brush manipulation. His enchanting and brilliant muraled utility boxes that line the streets of Beaumont are a gift of the artists’ legacy.
A Celebration of Life for Darrell will take place on January 1, 2022—Lakeside at The Event Center | 700 Crockett Street, Beaumont, Texas. Cremation arrangements by Broussard’s Crematorium.
Memorial contributions may be made to: https://yimbygeorgia.org
I only just found out… My thoughts and prayers to Darrell’s family and friends. Darrell was a wonderful artist and a very generous colleague with his time and advice. Darrell’s heart will live on in his art and in all those he touched with kindness and fun. ????????????
Miss him so very much.. wishing I had a piece of his art but I do have a paintbrush ❤️
Prayers for Aunt Bo and Uncle Herman and Eddie. Truly a great lost for the world and our family. He lives on through the beautiful art he left behind.
My thoughts and prayers are with my Aunt Bo and Uncle Herman and Eddie. Darrell’s compassion in art and people will live on for a very long time.
My condolences to the Troppy family. Darrell my friend you will be greatly missed. You will never be forgotten and your art work will continue to be seen by everyone and feel the love and joy in your art work my friend. Class of 79 forever.
My heart goes out to my auntie Bo,Herman,and Danny.what a sad,sad story.May God keep you close to his heart,and may the family be Blessed with God’s love..Such a sad time.God Bless y’all,Popo.
Sending heartfelt prayers to my Aunt Bo, my Uncle Herman & my Cousin Danny. No Words can ease your heartache but just know Darrell was loved by so many & brought happiness to so many through his art. Darrell has set up his art studio in Heaven full of bright & vibrant colors.????❤ Love you Darrell. Thank you for bringing joy to so many.???? Till we meet again.❤
Dear Eddie: You have all my sympathy and love. Darrell was a remarkable person, and will be greatly missed. I know how much you loved him, and I pray that you will find peace and comfort in knowing that he returned that love. Lynn Bencowitz
I meet Darrell when came SWT University Even we in Fraternity we very good friend He live me for 5 years he decieded move to Houston more exsposer for art To the Family we all miss him and the memories He always a caring person and for good in everyone I will miss you Darrell To your Parents he was a caring and loving person Daniel he was a good brother to you You and I must talk each other soon i have a request RC
My heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Darrell. I know he will be sorely missed. Darrell and I are second cousins. My fondest memory of him was swimming at Lake Grenada together with Danny the only summer I remember them visiting. May you rest in peace Darrell.
Sending heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family, I’m so sorry for your loss, and deeply saddened. Love and prayers sent to all his friends and family. I will never forget him.
My heart is broken. I am devastated… such a beautiful man has left us.
My thoughts, prayers and love or with you Aunt Bo and Uncle Herman. You raised an amazing son.
There are no words to express the loss my heart feels for you and your family. We were the best of friends all those years ago, and although time and distance came between us, it never separated our hearts. I’ll never forget all the laughs we shared or the countless hours talking on the phone. You were a true friend. How lucky am I that I had the chance to know and love you! All my love to Eddie, Danny, Fay & Herman
Darrell, you were my best friend from the first day of kindergarten. I am truly blessed to have known and loved you. The world will not be the same, but I’m sure you will shake up the heavens with your beautiful soul and unstoppable creativity. My heart goes out to Herman, Fay, Eddie and Danny. Much love to you all.
My heart is broken! Darrell, you were a diamond among us. A bright, creative, shining star that left us way too soon. Despite the distance between us, we remained friends through the years. You always made me feel special every time we spoke or saw each other. But you did that for all of us because that was who you were! I am better for knowing you and was always inspired by your many talents. Heaven certainly gained an angel, and I KNOW you will be watching over us. This is not goodbye, my dear sweet friend, just an I’ll see you when I see you, and I’ll be listening because I know you’ll be with me always. Love you.
https://youtu.be/AUFcoAU0ZSo AND HE DID.
Thank you Kim! Such a beautiful true message…
My thoughts and prayers are with the Troppy family. Such a tragic, abrupt end to Darrell’s eventful life! What a talent. What a voice. So very proud to be able to say that “I knew him once. “. Kim, thank you so much for linking the touching video. It says it all. May God bless his family and friends.
Darrell is also survived by both of his parents!
While I did not know Darrell personally, his brother Daniel is one of my oldest friends.
Darrell was a wonderful and caring person and always this way. He was my cousin and one of my best friends. My heart is broken as is my family’s and those true friends who knew him. He was an inspiration to many and an artist beyond compare. His art will live on as will the memories we have of him. My condolences and love go out to Eddie, Danny, and his parents Fay & Herman.