On Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Chateau Living Center in Kenner, Louisiana, Hosea peacefully transitioned from this life to a better place - a place free from pain and filled with peace. Hosea was the son of the late Vera Randall and the late Hosea Morris Ned, Sr. He was the brother of Milton Ned (Yolanda), the late Tessa Mae Trufant (Sylvester), and the late Cynthia Randall Duplessis (the late Alcia). He was the uncle of Sheena L’Herisse, Marlon, Luther, and Jamal Ned, Sylvester, Jr.(Belise), Kevin and Derrick Trufant, and Heather Barthelemy (Keeshawn). He was also the great-uncle of fifteen great nieces and nephews, and three great-great nephews. Hosea was a lifelong learner with a deep appreciation for education, service, and community. He began his educational journey at Phoenix High School, where he graduated in 1967. He later graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge. He also graduated from Loyola University, Institute of Politics. Throughout his life, Hosea continued to learn through the many experiences, responsibilities, and opportunities that came his way. He was truly a people person - someone who never met a stranger. His educational journey eventually led him back home to his alma mater, Phoenix High School, where he taught middle school Social Studies from 1973 to 1977. During his years in the classroom, he shared his knowledge and life experiences with countless students. Hosea was also passionate about his involvement with the Phoenix High School Alumni Association. After leaving the public school system, Hosea entered the political arena and began another chapter of public service. He worked as a Congressional Aide to former Congressman Robert Livingston. In 1980, Governor David Treen appointed him to the Louisiana State Parole Board. One year later, in 1981, Governor Treen appointed Hosea to serve as his primary Executive Assistant specializing in minority affairs. This role resulted in a large number of African Americans in non-traditional cabinet positions, as well as compensation equal to white appointees. His influence in this position led to historical contracting and other business opportunities for African Americans in construction, legal, architectural, engineering, etc. In negotiations with Plaquemines Parish Government, Hosea created the parish first Community Action Agency, a model used to expand services, funding, and employment. Hosea's commitment to public service continued beyond the Treen administration. In 1988, he became a member of the Baton Rouge Metro Council. He remained active in regional and local government and later served on the Plaquemines Parish Council, representing District 1 as Councilman from 1990 to 1998. During his time on the council, he opened access to all parish services and funding mechanisms by his deep understanding of the Parish budgetary process. When his council service ended due to term limits, he continued serving the people of Plaquemines Parish as Director of Operations for Plaquemines Parish Government, a position he held for two years. Hosea also had a great acumen for business ventures whether domestically or internationally, responding to disasters in Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma or in places such as Haiti, Jamaica, and Porta Rica. He financed and opened the first solely owned African American pharmacy in Kenner, LA. He was also a developer of affordable housing projects in Plaquemines Parish and other parishes in Louisiana. Throughout his lifetime, Hosea contributed to the development of more than twenty business ventures. Hosea was baptized at an early age by Rev. Percy Murphy Griffi n at St. John Baptist Church. No matter where life or his travels took him, he always found time to return home to his community and to visit St. John. Hosea leaves to cherish his memories, his only brother, Milton Ned (Yolanda), brother-in-law, Sylvester Trufant, Sr., his devoted nieces: Sheena and Heather, nephews, great and greatgreat nieces and nephews as well as a plethora of close friends, other family and friends. He also leaves behind a rich legacy of education, leadership, public service, and compassion. His willingness to help others, his love for his community, and the many lives he touched along the way will long be remembered. His legacy of service will continue to live on in the hearts and memories of all who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors and members of all churches in Plaquemines Parish and all surrounding parishes are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at St. John Baptist Church, 136 St. John Lane, Phoenix, Louisiana, Rev. Rommel Ezekiel Griffin, Sr., Pastor, Officiating. Visitation: 11:00 am; Service: 12:00 Noon. Internment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Phoenix, Louisiana.