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Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Get your teams ready … Trivia Night’s back!

Get your teams together and sharpen up your skills and knowledge … the 20th Annual Trivia Night is back at the Larose Civic Center and is set for Saturday, April 8, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Trivia Night has morphed into one of the biggest events on the Bayou as teams compete against each other for prizes and more importantly, bragging rights! Teams consist of six members who compete in this trivia contest that includes 10 categories with 10 questions each. Teams compete for the championship title, but awards are also given to those wearing the funniest attire and for best team name. A silent auction, concessions and cash bar are also available. Preordered dinners of fried fish, white beans, bread and salad are available for $9 each. Trivia Night can only expand as big as the building that houses it, so space is a commodity. See Trivia Page 5-A

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LAFOURCHE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m. 805 E. 7th St. - Thibodaux

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VOLUME 51 NUMBER 29

Defense: Suspect in south Lafourche slayings unfit to stand trial

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Doctors will determine Duet’s mental state By Bridget Mire Daily Comet Staff Writer

Photo by Babs

Face painting, the Easter Bunny, crocheted Easter baskets, hair bows, plate lunches, and more, all at the first annual indoor American Legion Spring Craft Show held Saturday at the Legion Home in Lockport. And in case you didn’t get enough, the 18th Annual Main Street Market, sponsored by the Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum, is set for this Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lockport Bayou Side Park. The market features crafters, painters, artisans, paintings, clothing, jewelry, pottery, lawn ornaments, purses, woodcrafts, and a variety of other novelty items. The museum will also sell food and drinks. And while you’re at it, visit the Lockport KCs Ladies Auxiliary garage sale, also on Saturday beginning at 7 a.m. at the KC home on Seventh Street. Lots of items will be sold with proceeds benefitting charitable causes that the Ladies Auxiliary supports throughout the year.

Annual Leeville festival set for Saturday

This Saturday, April 1, at the 4th Annual Leeville Arts and Heritage Festival, locals and visitors alike are invited to celebrate the historic south Lafourche fishing village with food, arts and crafts and live entertainment. This year’s Festival won’t be held in the village that it’s named for, but instead will be held in nearby Golden Meadow. There isn’t enough physical land in Leeville to support the growing festival, said festival organizer Janet Rhodus, and because of the coastal erosion that continues to plague Leeville, the decision was made to move the festival to Golden Meadow. Rhodus, of Launch Leeville, said the festival’s main objective is

to raise awareness about Leeville and the toll land loss has taken on the community. Leeville precariously sits miles outside the parish’s levee system to the north, and only 10 miles of open water and marsh to the south separate it from Port Fourchon. Since the opening of the elevated LA 1 Highway, Leeville has seen a decline in the amount of visitors and fishers. Now, the population has shrunk to an estimated 30 people, said Rhodus. But the festival, going on its 4th year, has been successful at bringing more attention to the community and helping people reconnect with the area, Rhodus said.

Court dates have been set for a Houma man found guilty last year of the 2012 slayings of a Lockport woman and her two daughters. A jury on Oct. 30 unanimously convicted David Brown, 39, of three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 29-year-old Jacquelin, 7year-old Gabriela and 1-year-old Izabela Nieves. The jury found that

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Court dates set in Lockport triple murder case By Bridget Mire, Daily Comet Staff Writer

Doctors will determine if a Golden Meadow man charged in two south Lafourche slayings is fit to stand trial after the defense raised the issue of mental illness. Dayton Duet, 20, was arrested Nov. 8 and is charged with two counts of second-degree murder in the deaths of Wayne Matherne, 64, of Golden Meadow, and Stanley Gisclair, 78, of Galliano. According to court records, Duet has pleaded not Dayton Duet guilty by reason of insanity. State District Judge Christopher Boudreaux ordered Gretna forensic psychologist Rafael Salcedo and New Orleans psychiatrist Richard Richoux to examine him. The doctors must file their reports by April 28, court records show. After the judge reviews those reports, a sanity hearing will be held. According to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, a meal-delivery worker found Matherne unresponsive the morning of Nov. 4 at his home, and he was pronounced dead when emergency responders arrived.

Brown stabbed all three victims, sexually assaulted Jacquelin and Gabriela, and set the family’s apartment on fire. It’s still unknown when Brown will be formally sentenced to death. The jury decided Nov. 1 that was the appropriate penalty for his crimes. Brown’s case is set for a hearing Sept. 5, and state District Judge John LeBlanc of Thibodaux has ordered him to attend. See Court Page 5-A

David Brown

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Bingo winner Anna Chance shows off her winning bingo card, four corners and the middle, and her Candyland cake prize as a result. Relay for Life team Dukes of Earl hosted their 13th Annual Memorial Cake Bingo and Luncheon Sunday at the Larose Civic Center, where proceeds benefitted the American Cancer Society. The South Lafourche Relay For Life event is set for Saturday, May 6, from noon to 10 p.m., at the Larose Regional Park.

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Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

LaSalette to serve Lenten lunches Friday

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CLHS to host pedro tourney benefit Friday

Central Lafourche High School’s Project Graduation organizers are hosting a pedro tournament at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Raceland on Friday, March 31 from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will also feature a white beans and fried fish dinner. Call 985-870-9855 for more information.

BIG scholarship apps due March 31

Bayou Industrial Group (BIG) applications for its 2017 college scholarship program are available at www.BayouIndustrialGroup.com. The postmark deadline for completed applications is March 31, 2017. In order to be eligible for consideration, applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Lafourche, Terrebonne, Assumption and St. Mary Parishes, and be registered at Nicholls State University, Fletcher Technical-Community College, or the Lafourche or Morgan City campuses of South Central Louisiana Technical College for the Fall 2017 semester. Scholarship funds are made possible through a 5K and Crawfish Boil-Off fundraising event to be held this year on April 29 at Nicholls State University.

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church will serve a meal of shrimp gumbo, rice, potato salad and crackers for a donation of $7 on Fridays in Lent in the LaSalette Center, located next to the church on LA 1. Soft drinks and desserts will be available at an additional cost. Dine-ins and take-outs will begin at 11 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. Deliveries may be made to certain areas. To place an order on Friday morning, call the LaSalette Center at 4755886 by 9 a.m.

Holy Savior to serve Lenten meals Friday

Holy Savior Church is serving Lenten meals each Friday from 6 p.m. until they’re sold out. Meals consist of fried fish, white beans and rice, coleslaw and French bread for an $8 donation. Deserts will also be sold. Call the Holy Savior office at 985-532-3533 or call Mal at 985-805-0938 to reserve a plate.

Free dental event slated for Friday in Lockport

Crescent Dental, the office of Drs. Bobbie Morris, Zachary Karam and Renee Biondo, in Lockport, is hosting its 3rd annual Dentistry from the Heart event in their office on Friday, March 31, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. They will be providing one free service to each person, either a cleaning, extraction or a filling, on a first come first serve basis to patients 18 and older who can’t get dental care

elsewhere. The first 50 people are guaranteed to be seen. Crescent Dental is asking everyone that is seen that day to please bring at least 2 canned goods to be donated to the local food bank as a pay it forward for the services provided. Any questions, please call Crescent Dental at 985-532-3480.

Larose KCs to serve Lenten meals Friday

The KC Council #8898 of Larose will serve Lenten lunches every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a donation of $7 per meal. Drinks will be available for $1. Dine in or take it to go! The Larose KC building is located in the Holy Rosary Catholic Church parking lot.

SLHS variety show slated for this weekend

South Lafourche High School will offer a variety show at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1, and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 2 in the SLHS auditorium. Admission is $5 per person. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open a half hour before show time.

Lockport KCs to hold garage sale Sat.

The Lockport KCs Ladies Auxiliary will have a garage sale on Saturday, April 1 beginning at 7 a.m. at the KC home on Seventh Street. Lots of items will be sold. Proceeds to benefit charitable causes that the Ladies Auxiliary supports throughout the year.

Main Street Market slated for this Saturday

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Lockport’s 18th annual Main Street Market, sponsored by the Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum, is set for Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lockport Bayouside Park. The market features crafters, painters, artisans, paintings, clothing, jewelry, pottery, lawn ornaments, purses, woodcrafts, and a variety of other novelty items. The museum will sell food and drinks. Crafters, it’s not too late to reserve your spot! Anyone interested in participating, or for more info., should call Margie or Kim at 532-5909, or email lockportmainstreetmarket@hot mail.com. Proceeds benefit the museum.

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4th Annual Leeville Arts & Heritage Festival 2017

Shrimp Boulette & Cracklin’ Cook Off Saturday, April 1 • 10am - 5pm (To enter call Tammy Loupe at 985-805-0719)

Golden Meadow Oak Ridge Park Pavilion

Arts & Crafts • Games • Music • Food & Drinks Come See the Easter Bunny!

Live Performance from 2- 5pm by SOUTHERN CROSS Bring your lawn chairs. No ice chests, please.

Benefit fishing tourney set for this Sat.

The 4th annual Leeville Arts and Heritage Festival presents Fishing for a Friend on Saturday, April 1 from 6 a.m. to weigh in at 2 p.m. at Top Water Marina in Leeville. A $20 entry fee will also include a plate lunch. All proceeds to help with medical costs for 7-year old Brooklyn Verdin. Boat, kayak and shore fishing is allowed. There will be an adult and child, 12 and under, division. Categories are flounder, leopard red, rat red, 16” to 27”, and speckled trout. Tickets can be purchased online on the Launch Leeville Facebook page or in person at Gail and Terry’s Live Bait Shop, Top Water Marina and Tyd’s Store.

Local church to host block party Saturday

Crosspoint Church will host a church block party on Saturday, April 1 from noon to 4 p.m. The event offers lots of fun games, an Easter egg hunt, bounce house, food and snowballs. All are welcomed. Crosspoint Church is located at 16640 Hwy. 1 in Galliano, next to Tobacco Plus.

Registration due Sat. for adult volleyball

The registration deadline for LRD#3 adult volleyball is Saturday, April 1. Men and women aged 18 and older (individuals or teams) are welcomed. Contact Desi Sanders at 6650478 for more information or to register.

VFW softball tournament benefit slated for April 7, 8

The second annual VFW Post 8538 softball tournament will be held Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8 at Golden Meadow Park. Cost is $150 per take. There will be a male and female home run derby. Trophies will be awarded to first and second place teams. For more information contact Cliff at 985696-1017, Rachael at 985-665-7831 or Amy at 985-258-7704. All proceeds help fund the VFW Queen’s trip to Kentucky to honor WWII Veterans.

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Lafourche Libraries announce April events

Easter egg hunts, photos with the Easter bunny at your library: Several branches of the Lafourche Parish Public Library will host Easter egg hunts and photo opportunities with the Easter bunny in preparation for Easter. All programs are free and open to the public. Gheens Library: Children can take photos with the Easter Bunny and afterwards take part in an Easter egg hunt at 4:30 p.m. on April 11 at the Gheens Library. Golden Meadow Library: Bring your Easter basket and hunt for eggs at 4 p.m. on April 6 at the Golden Meadow Library. Drop by again at 4 p.m. on April 13 to take photos with the Easter bunny. Don’t forget your camera. Larose Library: An Easter egg hunt and photos with the Easter bunny will follow Storytime at 1 p.m. on April 6 at the Larose Library. Lockport Library: Join the Lockport Library staff for a hopping good time at 10:30 a.m. on April 13 at the Town of Lockport’s Bayou Side Park for an Easter egg hunt and photos with the Easter bunny. If it rains, these activities will be held at the library. Raceland Library: The Easter bunny will visit the Raceland Library for photos and to lead children in an Easter egg hunt, beginning at 4 p.m. on April 5. South Lafourche Library: Enjoy a brief story hour and then an Easter egg hunt at 10:30 a.m. on April 11 at the South Lafourche Library. The Easter bunny will also visit the library from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on April 5 for photos. Libraries to celebrate National Library Week: Each year, the Lafourche Parish Public Library celebrates National Library Week, and this year is no exception. First observed in 1958, National Library Week, sponsored by the American Library Association, celebrates the contributions of all types of libraries and library staff throughout the country.

Drop by your local Lafourche Parish Public Library throughout National Library Week, April 10 through April 13, to see what your library has to offer. Libraries celebrating volunteers in April: Several branches of the Lafourche Parish Public Library are celebrating library volunteers with special programs throughout April. These programs are open to current library volunteers or those interested in volunteering. The Raceland Library wants to thanks its library volunteers with a Volunteer Appreciation Day at 4 p.m. on April 24. Refreshments will be served. The Golden Meadow Library will host a volunteer social at 1 p.m. on April 25 for current and prospective volunteers. Refreshments will be served. Library lovers are welcome to sign up to be library volunteers at the Gheens Library throughout the day on April 26. A short survey will be available for volunteers to determine how they would like to help. In need of service hours for school or just interested in volunteering? The Larose Library is hosting a volunteer open house at 4 p.m. on April 26 for those wanting more information on volunteering. Refreshments will be served. In celebration of National Volunteer Week, the South Lafourche Library is hosting a volunteer social at 11 a.m. on April 28 for library volunteers. Cake and other refreshments will be provided. The Golden Meadow Library is offering free classes in basic Spanish at 10 a.m. on

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A new study says New Orleans has broken a tourism record set before Hurricane Katrina, with nearly 10.5 million visitors in 2016. The record had stood at 10.1 million since 2004, the year before the hurricane struck. University of New Orleans’ Hospitality Research Center says last year’s visitors spent $7.41 billion dollars. That’s 51 percent

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more than the amount spent in 2004, and 5.1 percent above the spending record set in 2015. The study, made for the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau and the New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corp., was released Thursday. ___

US rig count increases 20 this week to 809; Texas up 8

HOUSTON (AP) — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by 20 this week to 809. A year ago, 464 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday that 652 rigs sought oil and 155 explored for natural gas this week. Two were listed as miscellaneous. Texas increased by eight rigs and Oklahoma added seven. New Mexico rose by three while Alaska, California, North Dakota, Pennsylvania and West Virginia gained one each. Louisiana declined by two and Wyoming by one. Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Ohio, and Utah were all unchanged. The U.S. rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981. It bottomed out last May at 404. ___

Retired Louisiana police leader to get $128K annual pension

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The former leader of the Louisiana State Police will take home more than

$128,000 annually in retirement benefits for life. Col. Mike Edmonson retired last week after coming under increasing criticism for his leadership of the agency. WWL-TV reports it got Edmonson’s pension information from the Louisiana State Police Retirement System. He’ll also get a lumpsum payout for some additional retirement contributions he set aside, but that figure wasn’t released. Edmonson was paid a $177,000 annual salary before retiring. His pension payments would have been thousands of dollars larger, under a last-minute retirement provision passed by lawmakers in 2014 that would have benefited Edmonson and one other trooper. After harsh criticism, Edmonson and the trooper said they wouldn’t accept the benefit. A judge later declared the pension hike unconstitutional. ___

13 states back Trump travel ban in appeals court

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A group of 12 state attorneys general and one governor is urging a federal appeals court to allow Donald Trump’s revised travel ban targeting six predominantly Muslim countries to take effect. In a brief filed in the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday, the states say the president’s executive order is not a

“pretext for religious discrimination.” They say the president acted lawfully in the interest of national security. The states are Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, Montana, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas and West Virginia. Gov. Phil Bryant of Mississippi also joined. The states are urging the Richmond-based appeals court to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked the ban from going into effect. A judge in Hawaii has issued a separate ruling blocking the executive order. The court will hear arguments in the case May 8. ___

Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Audit: $6.4M misspent on dental claims in Louisiana Medicaid

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A new audit says Louisiana’s health department and its dental benefits program administrator paid $6.4 million for dental claims that violated the Medicaid program’s rules. The report from Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpera’s office says the improper payments occurred between July 1, 2012, and June 30, 2016. Auditors say more than 107,000 improper claims for dental benefits were paid. Examples included payments for exams for people who weren’t eligible and for claimants who didn’t get

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prior authorization for services. Purpera’s office says another $3.4 million in dental services paid through Louisiana’s Medicaid program during the period were possibly improper. The health department says it’s updating its dental services handbook and working with its program administrator to ensure restrictions are clearly explained. The agency says it will seek payment recoupment “where appropriate.”

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Trivia

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Teams of six must preregister prior to the event to ensure a spot in the competition. Register by April 1 and avoid a $25 late fee. Forms can be downloaded from the Larose Civic Center’s website, bayoucivicclub.org, or by calling the office at (985) 693-7355.

Suspect

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He had cuts on his head, and Duet told detectives he’d hit the victim with a wooden statue. Deputies arrived at Gisclair’s home on the afternoon of Nov. 7 after a family member found him unresponsive, the Sheriff’s Office said. He had severe trauma to the face and was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Duet told detectives he knocked at Gisclair’s home and struck him multiple times in the face with an ax after the victim opened the door. The two were acquaintances, but investigators believe Duet had no motive other than wanting to kill. Lafourche’s public defender’s office is representing Duet. In a motion for a sanity commission, the office said it had “reason to believe that the defendant is presently mentally incapacitated and was also mentally incapacitated at the time the alleged crime was committed, and is unable to understand the nature of the crime, and unable to assist counsel in his defense.” A second-degree murder conviction carries a mandatory penalty of life in prison without the benefit of probation, parole or suspension of sentence. Prosecutors have said they plan to try Duet on both counts at one time. — Staff Writer Bridget Mire can be reached at 448-7639 or bridget.mire@dailycomet.com. Follow her on Twitter @bridget_mire.

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“I do it because I don’t want this French and Cajun culture to die,” said Rhodus. The family-oriented festival is free to the public and features arts and crafts, heritage exhibits, food, live entertainment and a shrimp boulette and cracklin’ cooking competition. Members of the Houma Indians will also present basket weaving demonstrations. The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Oak Ridge Community Park in Golden Meadow. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the sounds of Southern Cross as the band will perform from 2-5 p.m. This year, the festival is also holding its first charity fishing rodeo, Fishing for a Friend, at Top Water Marina, 24015 LA 1, in Leeville. The rodeo will raise money to go towards the medical expenses of 7year-old Brooklyn Verdin, of Bourg, who suffers from multiple physical conditions after she was born with placenta stuck to her brain. For more information on the event or the rodeo, call Rhodus at 225-4134414.

Gov. asks Louisianans to share how Medicaid Expansion has helped

Gov. John Bel Edwards is launching an initiative to collect the stories of Louisianans whose lives have been impacted by new health insurance coverage through Medicaid expansion in Louisiana. Citizens are encouraged to fill out the short survey and share their story on the governor’s w e b s i t e , http://gov.louisiana.gov/s hare-your-story. “I am asking Louisianans who have enrolled in Medicaid expansion to share their stories with my office so we can learn more about the very real effects the program is having on the lives of our citizens and share their success stories with members of Congress as they consider replacing the Affordable Care Act,” said Gov. Edwards. “I’ve often said Medicaid expansion is the easiest big decision I’ve made since taking office, and I’m excited to hear from those who are receiving lifesaving care, for the first time in some cases.”

Survey responses will be used to help Gov. Edwards advocate for the continuation of Medicaid expansion as Congress debates the possible repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act. Since coverage began in July 2016 through Medicaid expansion, over more than 408,000 working Louisianans have gained access to health care, and the state is projected to save nearly $200 million, funds that are being used to fund education, TOPS and our partner hospitals around the state. Under Medicaid expansion: - More than 62,000 patients have received preventive care treatments. - More than 5,700 patients have been screened for breast cancer, with 74 diagnosed with breast cancer. - 5,900 patients have received colon cancer screenings. - More than 1,300 patients have been diagnosed with diabetes.

18-wheeler driver arrested after Leeville fatality crash

Shortly before 7:00 Friday morning, Troopers from Troop C were advised of a two-vehicle fatality crash on the Leeville Bridge section of LA 1. The crash resulted in the death of 69-year old Kenneth Ancar of Harvey, LA. The preliminary investigation revealed 27-year old Brandon Bonvillain of Houma was traveling south on LA 1 near milepost 20 in a 1985 Volvo tractor-trailer when he crossed the centerline and struck a northbound 1998 Acura Integra being driven by Ancar head-on. After the impact, Bonvillain attempted to flee the scene on foot but was located by a deputy with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Bonvillain was not injured in the crash. Ancar sustained fatal

Court

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New Orleans attorney Kerry Cuccia and his Capital Defense Project of Southeast Louisiana represented Brown during the guilt phase of the trial, but Brown decided to represent himself in the penalty phase. The New Orleansbased Capital Appeals Project is now working on the case. Project attorneys had been meeting monthly with prosecutors from the Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office and the judge. Those conferences will cease now that they have all the transcripts from Brown’s trial. LeBlanc ordered Capital Appeals Project attorneys to file post-trial motions by July 7, and prosecutors have until Aug. 4 to respond. Project attorneys then have until Aug. 28 to file their response. District Attorney Cam Morvant II said he doesn’t yet know what motions will be filed. “The trial took a lot of testimony, a lot of technical testimony, and they have to go back and read all of this,” he said. “You have a new group that’s in now. They weren’t part of the trial.” He said he also doesn’t know how long it will take for Brown to be sentenced. “That’s going to depend on where the motions go on (Sept. 5),” he said. “There’s no timetable for that.” — Staff Writer Bridget Mire can be reached at 448-7639 or bridget.mire@dailycomet.com. Follow her on Twitter @bridget_mire.

injuries as a result of the crash and was pronounced deceased by the Lafourche Parish Coroner’s Office. Both were properly restrained at the time of the crash. Impairment is not suspected on the part of Ancar; however, toxicology tests are pending. Bonvillain showed signs of impairment and was arrested for Vehicular Homicide, Hit and Run Driving involving a Fatality, and Driving Left of Center. Bonvillain submitted a blood sample for toxicology tests and the results are pending. He was booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center.

Engagements

Jarreau – Acosta

Cy Joseph Acosta and Cade Michael Acosta are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their parents Michele Yvonne Jarreau and Jason Paul Acosta. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mike and Jenny Jarreau and Julia Pitre. The prospective groom is the son of Chris and Gretchen Acosta. The wedding will take place in April at the Royal Villa in Raceland.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Robichaux - Dupre

Mr. and Mrs. Jace Callais announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Marie Robichaux, to Kent Harris Dupre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Dupre. The wedding will take place on April 8, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Raceland Lions Club. The bride and groom are the parents of Camden and Aubree. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Robert Vedros, Dale Neal, the late Anthony Robichaux, Sr. and Geraldine Robichaux. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Clark Dupre, Sr., Dianne Dupre, and Norman and Barbara Poston.

Pay One Price

LAHF Fishing Rodeo 2017

Saturday, April 1 • 6am - 2pm (weigh in) Top Water Marina, Leeville Fishing For A Friend

Adult & Children’s Division (1st, 2nd & 3rd Places) Flounder / Red 16”-27” / Trout 12” Boat / Kayak / Shore Fishing

$20 includes entry, plate lunch & door prizes

Tickets available online at: Launch Leeville or any Leevile retailer! FMI Call Janet Rhodus at 225-413-4414.

Proceeds to benefit 7 year old Brooklyn Verdin! Come show your support by having fun and fishing! 2 Tickets to Faith Hill / Tim McGraw Concert to be Auctioned!

THIBODAUX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER PRESENTS:

Lifestyle Changes=Weight Management

BEGINNING APRIL 3rd, please join us for a 8-week program to manage your lifestyle and lose weight! The program teaches you to make changes in your lifestyle to promote healthy eating and regular physical exercise. • Basics of weight loss • Meal planning and portion control • Label-reading and Grocery Shopping • Physical Activity and Eating Out PROGRAM SCHEDULE: Monday evenings from 5:30 - 6:30 pm in the Education Center. PROGRAM DATES: April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22. COST: $75.

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• Barriers to Losing Weight • Tools to keep you on track and motivated • Plus Much More to Assist You on Your Journey INSTRUCTORS: Registered Dietitians Becky Roussell and Deana Leonard Registered Nurses Katie Richard and Wendy Naquin

602 North Acadia Road • Thibodaux • 985.447.5500 • www.thibodaux.com

CLASSIFIED ADS

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Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale by Owner! 337-5172341 or 337-5172340. Golden Meadow. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home; 1840 sq.ft. on piers; lot 146’x120’; carport; garage/ workshop; municipal sewerage; No owner financing; No rent to own available. _________________

BUSINESSES

Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $2000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375 or 985-6936533. _________________ Commercial Property For Lease: Top location in South Lafourche. 1,100 square feet. Located at 16258 West Main St., Cut Off. Call 985991-1669 for more info. _________________

LAND

Lot For Sale: 90x186 on Leona Drive in Mathews (down Peytral Drive); underground utilities; asking $32,000. Call 985665-1449. _________________

RENT TO OWN

Rent to Own: 2008 Trailer; 2 bedroom, 2 bath; Cut Off; big yard; carport; cement slab; $7,500 down; for more information about monthly note call 985-258-4861. Serious inquiries only. _________________

FOR RENT

For Rent: 1 bedroom Apt with kitchenette and bath. $350 a month plus utilities. Mathews, LA. Call (985) 537-9259. _________________ Apt For Rent: 1 bedroom; Lockport area; $300/deposit; $650 /rent. We pay electric and water. Access to free washer and dryer. 985-637-8445. _________________ FOR RENT 1 bd., 2 bd., 3 bd., mobile homes. Cemented camper spots. day-weekmonth. Nice quiet neighborhood. Long term discounts. Rent starts at $300/mth. Laundromat on site24/7-7days a week. Utility included in rent.Store on site. Fish cleaning station coming. Perfect for individuals, families, companies, fisherman. Come be another one of our satisfied customers. Call 985-637-4133, asks for Tommy. We appreciate our customers and it shows! De Renta: Trailas solares y campers con Lavenderia y tienda Hispana para servirles mejor. 108 Peterson Lane, Galliano 985-637-4133

For Rent: 2 bedroom traIler; unfurnished; all appliances; washer/dryer; no pets; $525/ month and $400/deposit. ALSO 1 small 3 BR, 2 BA house for rent; unfurnished; all appliances; fridge; stove; A/C; connection for washer/dryer; $800 /month, $600/deposit. Available now; no pets. Call 632-3060 or 677-4703. _________________ House For Rent: 4 bedroom, 2 bath; 172 West 59th St. Completely furnished and has washer and dryer. $900/month and $500/deposit. Call 504-416-5165. _________________ For Rent: 154 West 118th Street, Trailer for Rent, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, living, dryer, fridge, stove, rent $600, deposit $500. 119 West 69th St, House For Rent, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 dining room, kitchen, washer/ dryer, fridge, stove, rent $850, deposit $800. Call 985-2788589 or 504-4739885. _________________ For Rent: 1 bedroom, almost completely furnished, private parking, ALL UTILITIES PAID! $650/month, help with deposit of $400. 985-632-2158 or 985-533-6212. _________________ Camp in Grand Isle For Rent: Sleeps 6. Contact 985-6656550. _________________ Mobile Home For rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, spacious mobile home, good neighborhood, no smoking, no pets, $725/month and $725/deposit. Call 985-637-7273. 152 East 58th Street, Cut Off. _________________ For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, recently renovated, parking pad, storeroom, stove, fridge, $900 monthly/ $900 deposit. No smoking, no pets. References needed. 504-858-8995, call between 10am and 10pm. _________________ House for Rent: Unfurnished 2BR, 1ba. stove, central heat, AC, quiet neighborhood. No pets, no smoking. $550/mo, $550/security deposit. Located on LA 1 in Galliano. FMI call 985-696-0229. Must sign a 6 month lease. _________________ Trailer For Rent: Double wide, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, no pets, central air/heat, $750/month and $500/deposit. For more information call 985-691-6136. Located at 130 Twin Acres Drive, Larose. _________________ Apartment For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath located at 102 West 4th St., Westside Apts. Apt. #4 is available for $675/month and a $600 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985-691-3104. _________________ Home For Rent: 1 bedroom; 1 ½ bath; ready to move in; great condition; Larose area; $600/month; $500/ deposit. 985-2782301. _________________

NEWLY LISTED!

MLS 124895: This 3BR, 2BA home is in move-in condition. It has a large carport, huge garage and is in a great neighborhood - 153 East 29th St. (old nursing home street). Priced just right at $179,500! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873 Since 1916

200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107

Trailer For Rent: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, $750/deposit; $750/month. For more information call 985665-1238 or 985-6376981. _________________ 1 Bedroom Apt. For Rent: 12 month lease; unfurnished; preferably single person; no pets; no smoking; Apt located on LA 308 near GM bridge. $480/month plus deposit. Call 985-2586277. _________________ Furnished Apt. For Rent: 1 bedroom/ 1 bath located at 102 West 4th Street, Westside Apts. Apt #1 is available for $600/month and $610 damage deposit. By application only. Call 985-691-3104. _________________ For Rent: one bedroom, one bath apartment on Hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. $500/ month; $500/deposit. FMI: call 985-7987433 or 985-6376258. _________________ 3BR, 2ba. Home for Rent: with extra storage room, located on LA 1 in Cut Off. Approximately 1500 sqft. $950/mo. Call Diane at 985-691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ Large Apt. for Rent: 3BR, 1ba., water paid. $750/mo, $750/dep. Larose area. Also, Small 2BR trailer for rent. All utilities paid. $650/mo and $400/dep. Larose area. 985-665-2548. _________________ Studio Cottage For Rent: single occupancy (1 person). $ 6 0 0 / m o n t h ; $300/damage deposit. All utilities paid; lawn service provided; private laundry mat on site; located in Larose. 985-665-9618 or 985-859-3953. _________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bedroom/ 2 bath; fully furnished; washer/ dryer; central A/C and heat; covered carport; located in Cut Off; no smoking inside; no pets; $800 a month/ $500 deposit; utilities not included. Call 985691-8110. _________________

CAMPERS

2012 Puma Travel Trailer For Sale: 32 ft., great condition, $17,000 obo. 985691-4273. _________________

MERCHANDISE

Golf Cart For Sale: 2010 E-Z Go Freedom RXV model. 48 volts, lights, 2 seats, windshield, excellent condition, like new, $3,300. 691-1626. _________________ For Sale: records and albums from the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s; sitting chair; 2 sets of dishes; piano, excellent condition; dining room table with 8 chairs and matching hutch, solid oak; Call (985) 696-3097 or (985) 291-5740 for more information. _________________

2007 John Deer Tractor For Sale: Call 985-537-5684 for details. _________________ 55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 2919490 for more information. _________________ For Sale: Fig and Peach Trees; 412 East 73rd Place, Cut Off, LA; 985-691-9466 or 985-632-2602. _________________ 19’ Alum Mud Boat For Sale: 44 inch bottom; 4.3 Chevy Vortec V6; Velvet drive clutch, $5,000. Farmall Cub Tractor with belly mower, $2,000. Call 985-691-1479. _________________ Plants for Sale: Walking Iris. 6322565. _________________ For Sale: window unit AC; 1 turntable, still works; 2 boxes of ceiling tile; 1 abstract door; 1 large and 1 small cedar chest, black lacquer finish; 1 antique rocker. Call 278-6549 FMI. _________________

LOOKING TO BUY

We Buy Gold, Silver and Diamonds Bayou Side Flea Market, 14567 Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985-227-2470. _________________

GARAGE SALES

Trash and Treasure Sale: Antiques, Collectables, Depression Galass, Furniture. Too much to list. 1288 N. Alex Plaisance Blvd., (new highway), Golden Meadow. Open every Saturday! (985)278-2221. _________________ Garage Sale: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 29, 30 and 31 at 222 East 1st St. in Larose from 7am to 4pm. Rain or shine. _________________ Garage Sale: 120 East 141st St. in Galliano. Thursday, March 30 from 8am til and Friday, March 31 from 8am to 2pm. Misc. items; antiques; tools. _________________ Garage Sale: Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1 at 359 Leblanc Drive in Lockport, highway 1 across from Bollinger. Lots of everything. 7am till. _________________ Indoor Garage Sale: 223 East 45th St in Cut Off on Thursday, March 30. Furniture, clothes, knick knacks. _________________ Garage Sale: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 29, 30 and 31 from 7am til 4pm at 146 West 214th St. in Galliano. Clothes, kids and mens; shoes; toys; tv; purses; much more. _________________ Garage Sale: Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31 at 426 West 47th Street, brown house in back, 8am till. Women clothes, size 10-14; cookbooks; knick knacks; shoes; dvds; etc. _________________

PRICE REDUCED

MLS 123443: This 4000 sqft. warehouse sits on more than 10.5 acres of land along East Main Street in Cut Off. It has several parking spaces, a restroom and wonderful windows to let in natural lighting for anyone thinking about turning it into a business / office. It’s priced right at $148,900! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!

985-691-3873 200 Hwy. 3161 Suite #1, Cut Off 985-325-7107 Since 1916

Garage Sale: Thursday, march 30 from 7am till at 15392 Hwy 3235, Cut Off. Womens clothes, dishes, furniture and much more. _________________ Garage Sale: Friday, March 31 from 8am to 3pm and Saturday, April 1 from 8am to 12pm at 806 Romy Drive in Lockport. Clothing; chester drawer; night stand; mattress; sofa; 2 cabinets; washer/dryer; old armoire; table; other items. _________________ Garage Sale: Saturday, April 1 from 8am to 3pm at 410 West 11th St., Larose. Name brand clothes, shoes, prom dresses, furniture, coach purses, beanie babies and lots more. _________________ The Lockport KCs Ladies Auxiliary will have a garage sale on Saturday, April 1 at the KC home on Seventh Street beginning at 7am. Lots of items will be sold. _________________ 8 Family Garage Sale: Thursday, March 30 from 8am to 2pm; early birds welcomed Wednesday from 1pm to 4pm. West 140th Street, 1st house on right. _________________

HELP WANTED

South Lafourche Metal Building Contractors now hiring laborers. Call 693-4078. _________________ Looking to Hire: Landscape maintenance supervisor and foreman. Temporary full time, may become permanent full time. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to tolerate consistent temperature extremes; Must be able to function without constant contact with personal cell phone. Must have basic shovel, rake, trowel skills. Must have good communication listening skills. Apply in person at Mitch’s Feed and Gardenware (old Early Feed Store), Monday through Friday from 10am to 4pm. _________________ Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Raceland is currently hiring for front desk agent, housekeeping, and maintenance. All positions have open, flexible availability, including day shifts, night shift, night audit, weekends and all holidays. Reliable transportation is necessary. If you would be a good fit, applications can be picked up at Holiday Inn Express and Suites, 4716 La.1, Raceland. No phone calls will be taken. Only serious applications please. _________________ La Casa Mexican Restaurant is looking for a server/bartender. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Apply in person at La Casa Mexican Restaurant, 13990 West Main St., Larose. No phone calls please. _________________ The Town of Lockport is accepting applications for a part time maintenance trainee. This applicant must have knowledge of general tools, operating equipment like a backhoe, lawnmower, tractors, etc. Please contact Town Hall and the Mayor for more information. 985-532-3117. _________________

JOIN the BUDWIESER TEAM! Now Hiring – Part Time Store Merchandisers. 25 hours per week * no benefits * hourly rate. Afternoon, weekend & night work. Must pass physical & drug screen. Must have your own vehicle to use for work * mileage paid. Must have a smart phone. Apply in person * Buquet Distributing Co, 100 Eagles Nest Court, Houma. No calls please. _________________

Express Oil in Galliano is looking for an Oil Tech/ Mechanic. Apply in person, Monday through Friday from 7am to 5pm. 985-632-4000. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. and days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs paid related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Dufrene Building Materials is accepting applications for experienced mechanic in industrial equipment, forklifts and truck fleet. Must supply basic tools. Offers hospitlization, paid vacation, 401K. Apply at 14502 West Main St., Cut Off, LA. _________________ The Grand Isle Police Department is seeking qualified individuals who are interested in a law enforcement career that provides professional and personal challenges and rewards. Grow with a Police Department that is moving forward in terms of community involvement, use of technology, and professional growth opportunities. Minim-um Requirements: Be at least 21-years of age; Possess and maintain a valid Louisiana Driver’s License; Be P.O.S.T. certified and within 5 years of last full-time police officer position; Live within 30 miles of the city limits of Grand Isle. Preferred candidates will live within the city limits of Grand Isle. Full-time officers start at $14.00/hour with overtime, continued training and education, vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and a take home unit. Please send resumes to the Grand Isle Police Department, P.O. Box 880, Grand Isle, LA 70358, or apply in person at the Grand Isle Police Department located at 170 Ludwig Lane, Grand Isle, LA. _________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL driver and dependable operator/ roustabout. Must have own transportation. MUST pass drug screening and must be a hard worker. Call Frank at 985-665-1220 FMI. _________________ Help Wanted: Business office looking to fill clerical/ receptionist position. Applicant must have great computer knowledge. Mail resume to PO Box 934, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Dock Help Wanted: Must be willing to work 6-7 days a week. Must be 18. Experience very helpful but will train. Apply in person at Dean Blanchard Seafood, 195 Cypress Lane, Grand Isle, LA 70358. No phone calls please. _________________

WE NEED

YOU!

Daily Comet

Special Education District No. 1, The Center is looking for a Direct Support Worker for its facility. Successful candidates must be 18 years old, possess a GED or High School Diploma, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License and pass a national criminal background check. Physical, drug screen and agility test also required. Applications can be completed at 5510 West Avenue D, West 55th Street, Cut Off, LA. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2017 at 12 p.m. (noon). For more information, contact 985-632-5671. _________________

SERVICES

Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron @gmail.com _________________ Johns Lawn and Landscaping Grass cutting, weed eating, hedging, tree trimming and removal, landscaping, flower bed weeding and mulching, pressure washing, etc. Call 985-278-9533 or 985278-3831. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________ Top Notch Carpenter Isaiah Domangue Anything and everything. FREE ESTIMATES! Flooring, wooden fences and repairs. Complete remodels, superb paintwork, sheetrock, exquisite finish work. You name it! 985-6884053. _________________ Fun Fotos Photography 985-637-7273 Spring wedding special. 5 hours of coverage, including engagement, ceremony and reception with CD of edited proofs for only $500. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Double J Roofing Specializing in ReRoofs, Metal Roofs, Aluminum Roofs, Patio Enclosures and Repairs. 20 years experience and doing business in all parishes. Get the best for less! One call we do it all! Free estimates and Senior Discounts. Financing Available. Office: 985-722-3129, Cell: 985-870-6911.

The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.

Call Linda or Penny for details:

448-7623

Office: 985-693-7229 Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminates, wood, ceramic, custom showers, painting, carpentry, sheet rock. Purchase floor anywhere, we will install. Manufactures warranty floors, not flooring stores. Free estimates. Call 985-677-0474 or 985677-2526. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________ Off The Bone Processing Smoked sausage, jerky, burritos, tamales, and 15 types of sausage. Vacuum packing. 10% off first month. 985-291-1579. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, plumbing & electric wiring. Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-6917570. _________________ Concrete Construction Patios. Driveways. Houses. Metal Buildings. Free Estimates. No job too large or too small. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr. at (985) 209-5552 or (985) 258-6047. _________________

NOTICES

POSTED: No Trespassing, Hunting, Trapping or Fishing on all properties owned by Louisiana Delta Farms - I.P. Farm’s, Inc. in Lafourche Parish. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. _________________ 1984 ATC (VIN JH3TB0539EK30284 7) is stored at Repair Zone, LLC, 15465 Highway 3235, Cut Off, Louisiana 70345. Last known ownerBrett VIcknair. If the balance of $862.42 and the cost of this ad is not paid and it is not claimed by the owner by May 1, 2017, it will be sold at private sale for $862.42 pursuant to La. R.S. 9:4502 (C). _________________

MEMORIALS

In Loving Memory Of

ARNOLD J. CHIASSON

Sunrise: 3/30/1932 Sunset: 1/31/2013 Dearest Arnold, Today is a special day. Another year of minutes, hours, weeks, months has passed without you, Arnold, to celebrate our birthday together again, with me, your twin sister Arnic. Now you’re my guardian angel. Only loving memories remain. Loving you and missing you always. Foregetting you is impossible. Have a Happy Heavenly Birthday, Your twin sister Arnic Sevin, son Carl Chiasson, grandsons Carlon Chiasson and Jon Chiasson, granddaughter Falon Chiasson, daughter-in-law Mary Chiasson, relatives and friends _______________

OBITUARIES

DELVIN CONNELL

Delvin Connell, 89, a native of Joaquin, TX and a resident of Cut Off, LA, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2017. Visitation was from 9 until 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at South Lafourche Baptist Church in Galliano, LA. Religious services was at 11 a.m. on Tuesday with burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Bouzigard (Mark); grandchildren, Chase Delvin Bouzigard (Jenny), Britni Boudreaux (Chase); and brother, Dave Connell, Jr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Connell; parents, Dave Sr. and Lular Connell; brothers, William, Marshall, James Allen, Leo, Raymond, Clarence, Melvin Connell; and sisters, Bertha Connell and Anner Dee Windham. Delvin was a Mason for 50 years and a member of Lafourche Lodge 427. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. _____________________________

CROSBY DREDGING LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE

Site Safety Health Officer

Full Time Position

Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy, professional who is self-motivated and reliable. This position will require a land based 14/14 rotation on site. Applicant must have 7-10 years of experience in maritime, dredging or construction industries. OSHA 30 hr. construction training is required. Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or can be filled out at our main office.

17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575

Crosby Tugs, LLC offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health, Life, Dental, Disability & Cancer Insurances Equal Opportunity Employer

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She was preceded in death by her sons, Michael, Willie and Gerald Jenkins; daughters, Elaine Jenkins and Joanne Preston; parents, Andrew and Elizabeth Arceneaux; her siblings and 1 great grandchild. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. ___________________

SANDRA DUFRENE

Sandra Eymard Dufrene 63, a native and resident of Galliano passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2017. Visitation was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Monday, March 27 from 9 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. with burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Frank Dufrene; son, Kenny Dufrene; daughter, Brandy (Ken) Cheramie; brothers, Ted Eymard and Philip (Lorraine) Eymard. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Pauline Rousse Eymard. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

RUBY LEFORT

Ruby Nell Ledet Lefort, 77, a native and resident of Larose passed away on March 26, 2017. A visitation will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 from 10 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass will begin at 12 noon with burial following in the Church Cemetery. Ms. Ruby is survived by her children, Stephanie L. Callais and husband Dwain, Shannon J. Lefort and wife Dolly, and Shane M. Lefort and wife Bonnie; grandchildren, Lela and Annie Callais, Kelsey and Kristen Lefort, Trevor, and Ada Lefort; great grandchild, Meah Callais; brothers Neil, Jack, and Allen Ledet; and sisters, Dorina Columbel, Lee Guidroz, Trudy Bourg, and Evelyn Tyler. Ms. Lefort was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin J. “Rock” Lefort; son, Shae Lefort; parents, Emile A. Ledet and Ella Falgout Ledet; brother, Liberal, Edward, Maurie, and Glenn Ledet; and sisters, Earline Matherne and Joyce Ougel. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

MARY JENKINS

Mary Virginia “Pun” Jenkins, 81, a native if Opelousas and a resident of Larose, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2017. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Larose, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Colton Jenkins, Sr.; sons, Russell Jenkins, Colton Jenkins, Jr.; daughters, Diana Jenkins, Emma Boyd, Linda Jenkins, Clara Pierre, Elizabeth Jenkins, Tammy Jenkins; 32 grandchildren; and 46 great grandchildren.

EMILIA GALIANO

Emilia Perrin Galiano, 91, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano passed away on March 26, 2017. A visitation will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano on Thursday, March 30, from 8 a.m. until service time. A Memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m. with burial following in the church cemetery. Ms. Emelia is survived by her grandchildren, Emily Galliano, Amber Galliano, Brandy Galliano, and Jamie Cheramie; 3 great grandchildren, Jasmene, Felton and Joy Galliano; and 2 great-great grandchildren, Nevaeh Dardar and Armani Galliano. Ms. Galiano was preceded in death by her husband, Felton Galiano Sr.; sons Steven Galliano and Felton Galiano Jr.; parents, Etienne and Emelia Perrin; grandson, Felton Jude Galliano; brother, Melville Perrin; and sister Cecelia Perrin. She was a retired school teacher for 32 years and belonged to Alpha Delta Kappa teacher association. She will be greatly missed by her many friends and family. She started Galliano Waste Disposal with her husband in the 1970’s. Falgout Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

LUREY TERREBONNE

Lurey Joseph Terrebonne, 85, a resident of Cut Off drew his last breath peacefully, with family and friends near his side on March 26, 2017. Lurey (Bason) and his twin brother were born on September 4, 1931 in Golden Meadow. Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 29 from 10 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. with a private burial at a later date. He is survived by his wife, Jeannette Danos Terrebonne; half brother, Raleigh Pitre; children, Shelly Mousseau, Mary Beth Harcrow, and Lisa Martin; grand children, Celeste, Jason and Beth Aucoin, Terry Jack(T-Jay) Hebert, Angelle Richardson, Andrea Taylor, Lauren Pitts, Leslie Harcrow, Jace Guidry, Laurie Doucet, Patton Terrebonne, Cole, Camille and Caroline Martin; great grand children, Eryn Taylor, Katelyn Aucoin, Alexis Lodrigue, Logan Bergeron, Tylia Corsaro, Rylie Angelle, Jase Hebert, Wyatt and Waylon Richardson, Avery, and Jax Taylor, Cobb Guidry, and Natalie Doucet. He was preceded in death by his, father, Roosevelt Terrebonne; mother, Maggie Lerrille Terrebonne Pitre; step father, Ortis Pitre; brothers, Calvin Terrebonne and Lionel Terrebonne (twin brother); children, Glenn Terrebonne, Curt Terrebonne, Marie Terrebonne, Jacob Terrebonne, and Patrick Terrebonne; grand children, Brandon Terrebonne and Jacob Terrebonne. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. ___________________

Deputies arrest Lockport man Library for battery and attempting to escape custody

Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Taylor Adams, 42, of Lockport was arrested on Wednesday, March 22, when, at around 6:15 p.m., deputies responded to St. Anthony Street in Mathews in reference to a battery. Through investigation, deputies learned Adams initiated a verbal altercation with a woman over a cell phone. At one point, Adams allegedly tackled the woman to the ground, injuring her left elbow, wrist and knee. Adams was not at the residence when deputies initially arrived, but he returned to the residence later that evening. Upon learning of his return, deputies also returned to the residence and found Adams hiding under the residence. He was taken into custody for three outstanding warrants for Contempt of Court, as well as Simple Battery. Due to an injury to his foot, Adams was taken to a local hospital for treat-

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. MARCH 22, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Taylor Adams, 42, Lockport. Simple escape; contempt of court (3 cts); simple battery. Tessy Guidry, 41, Golden Meadow. Failure to register and notify as sex offender. Susan Heath, 46, Larose. Fugitive (2 cts). Thibodaux Police Department Avalon McDonald, 20, Raceland. Simple battery. MARCH 23, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Jeremy Gaspard, 41, Golden Meadow. Failure to register and notify as sex offender. Michael Gaspard, 36, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Jimmy Jackson, 40, Thibodaux. To create, distribute, or possess with intent ot distribute a counterfeit controlled dangerous substance classified in schedule III; fugitive. Kemoyne Matthews, 25, Thibodaux. Aggravated second degree battery. Louis Sass, 37, MS. Fugitive (3 cts). Justin Sons, 26, Lockport. Contempt of court. Carl Chapman, 47, Des Allemands. Contempt of court. Farrah Ledet, 37, Cut Off. Possession of methamphetamine (2 cts); Possession of heroin. Gerald Wells, 37, Houma. Contempt of court (2 cts). Kevin Woolery, 47, Lockport. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; traffic controls signals; possession of fentanyl; possession of suboxone; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. Department of Corrections Breiun Folse, 36, Lockport. Revocation of parole for violation of condition. Grand Isle Police Department Donald Deshotel, 30, Jennings. Speeding in school zone; suspended drivers license; no insurance. MARCH 24, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Devin Heindel, 28, New Orleans. Contempt of court (3 cts). Joshua Jacobs, 27, Houma. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment; contempt of court. Sam Wells, 43, Ferriday. Simple burglary. MARCH 25, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Alex Bonvillian, 20, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; fugitive; resisting an officer. Betty Langs, 58, Thibodaux. Simple battery. Tim Milaison, 50, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 cts). Michael Ray, 56, Mathews. Contempt of court (2 cts). Frelan Sampey, 46, Cut Off. Domestic abuse battery; possession of marijuana (3rd). Thibodaux Police Department Donovan Williams, 24, Thibodaux. Resisting an officer; operat-

Taylor Adams

ment. Upon leaving the hospital, as deputies were loading Adams’ crutches into a patrol unit, Adams attempted to flee on foot, but deputies regained custody of Adams. He was transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux where he was booked on the aforementioned charges, as well as Simple Escape. His bond is set at $48,000.

ing a vehicle with suspended license; headlights required; operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Vonnisha Williams, 21, Houma. Fugitive; resisting an officer; misrepresent age to obtain alcohol/ enter bar prohibited. MARCH 26, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shelly Morris, 50, MI. Arrest warrant; theft of goods. Scottie Smith, 19, Larose. Simple burglary (2 cts). Golden Meadow Police Department Shannon Anselmi, 36, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Lockport Police Department Rusty Credeur, 35, Lockport. Simple burglary of religious building. Louisiana State Police Derek Terrebonne, 21, Galliano. Possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of marijuana (1st); turning movements and required signals. Thibodaux Police Department Chase Clement, 27, Thibodaux. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated; illegal window tint. Grand Isle Police Department Ronald Corley, 28, Grand Isle. Warrants out of Jefferson Parish.

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Wednesdays throughout April. Registration is not required to attend. Take a trip through literature and “Book a Trip” to your next great read from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on April 8 at the South Lafourche Library. Learn more about NoveList Plus, an online resource available through the library to help you find your next favorite book. “Travel” to different countries, experience unique cultures, and receive one-on-one tutorials. All ages are welcome to attend. Refreshments served. Enter a photo of your pet into the Larose Library’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest to win a prize. Pet owners can enter a maximum of three photos into the contest from April 3 to just before noon on April 11 when the prize drawing will be held. All photos will be on display at the library throughout April. Local artist Azalea Rivet will host a free acrylic painting class for adults at 11:30 a.m. on April 3 at the Raceland Library. The subject of the class will be “Spring.” For more information, call the library at 537-6875. Visitors to the Golden Meadow Library can get three free books daily from the library’s book sale during National Library Week, April 10 through April 13, while supplies last. One visit per person per day. Enter a photo of your pet into the Golden Meadow Branch’s Cutest Pet Photo Contest for a chance to win a $20 Walmart gift card, thanks to the library’s Friends of the Library group. The library will accept photos from April 11 through

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April 25. The library will announce the winner on April 28. Ever thought about owning a tarantula? Or do you just think spiders are cool? Stop by the Lockport Library, to learn more when library staff member Trey Acosta brings his pet tarantulas in for a visit at 4 p.m. on April 11. Representatives of Lady of the Sea General Hospital’s Learning Center will be on hand to provide free health screenings to visitors at the South Lafourche Library from noon to 2 p.m. on April 12. The Raceland Branch is seeking volunteers to help beautify the library area and surrounding areas in the Raceland community in celebration of Earth Day on April 21. Volunteers and library staff will walk the area picking up trash and more beginning at 4 p.m. on April 21. Local artist Azalea Rivet will host a free nature collage class in celebration of Earth Day at 4 p.m. on April 26 at the Raceland Branch Library. Representatives of Lady of the Sea General Hospital’s Learning Center will conduct free car seat checks for parents from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on April 27 at the Larose Library. The Larose Library will be giving away free trees, while supplies last, in celebration of Arbor from April 24 through 28, thanks to the Golden Meadow Plant Materials Center. The supply of trees is limited, so stop by early. Get a free tree to plant at home, while supplies last, on April 28 at the South Lafourche Library in celebration of Arbor Day, thanks to the Golden Meadow Plant Materials Center. The supply of trees is limited, so stop by early.

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Public notice

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Wednesday, March 29, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Request for Proposals for the Monitoring of Emergency Storm Debris Removal will be received by the Greater Lafourche Port Commission (“GLPC”) at its Administrative Office located at 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354 until 2:10 PM local time, Tuesday, April 18, 2017, after which time proposals will be opened and read aloud. All proposals must be submitted on the Bid Form prescribed by the Port. Said Bid Form may be obtained in person at the above referenced Administrative Office or online at https://www.centralauctionhouse.com. Sealed proposals may be hand delivered or shipped overnight to the Administrative Office or mailed to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354. Electronic proposals may be submitted online through www.centralauctionhouse.com. The Project consists of monitoring the removal of vegetative, C&D and/or hazardous material debris - as the situation warrants - resulting from a catastrophic event and other related items. The Bid Form and other documents, consisting of drawings, specifications and addenda may be examined online at https://www.centralauctionhouse. com, in person at the above referenced Administrative Office, by calling (985) 632-6701, or by emailing serenab@portfourchon.com. A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. and will be held at the GLPC Administrative Office located at 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354. The Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, and to waive informalities. Greater Lafourche Port Commission Chett Chiasson Executive Director 3/15/2017 3/22/2017 3/29/2017

Public notice

Bids for Emergency Storm Debris Removal will be received by the Greater Lafourche Port Commission (“GLPC”) at its Administrative Office located at 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354 until 2:00 PM local time, Tuesday, April 18, 2017, after which time proposals will be opened and read aloud. All bids must be submitted on the Bid Form prescribed by the Port. Said Bid Form may be obtained in person at the above ref-

erenced Administrative Office or online at https://www.centralauctionhouse. com. Sealed proposals may be hand delivered or shipped overnight to the Administrative Office or mailed to P.O. Box 490, Galliano, LA 70354. Electronic proposals may be submitted online through www.centralauctionhouse.com. The Project consists of removal of vegetative, C&D and/or hazardous material debris - as the situation warrants resulting from a catastrophic event and other related items. No proposal will be considered unless it is accompanied by satisfactory evidence that the Bidder holds a Louisiana State Contractor’s License of proper classification in full force and effect, in compliance with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and Louisiana Public Bid Law. The Bid Form and other documents, consisting of drawings, specifications and addenda may be examined online at https://www.centralauctionhouse.com, in person at the above referenced Administrative Office, by calling (985) 632-6701, or by emailing serenab@portfourchon.com. A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. and will be held at the GLPC Administrative Office located at 16829 East Main, Galliano, LA 70354. The Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, and to waive informalities. Greater Lafourche Port Commission Chett Chiasson Executive Director 3/15/2017 3/22/2017 3/29/2017

Bid notice

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Town of Golden Meadow P. O. Box 307 107 Jervis Drive Golden Meadow, LA 70357 Sanitary Sewer System, Phase 4 Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Golden Meadow (herein referred to as “Owner” for the construction of the project described as follows: Sanitary Sewer System, Phase 4, which generally consists of the installation of 9,400 feet of gravity sewer line, 41 manholes and cleanouts, 1,400 feet of force main, three pump stations, and appurtenances. Proposals shall be addressed to the Town of Golden Meadow, and deliv-

ered to the Town Hall located at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, LA, not later than 11:00 a.m., local time, on the 20th day of April, 2017 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be submitted on the proper bid form. Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope showing the name, address, and license number of the bidder. Any bid received after the specified time and date will not be considered. The Contract Documents, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid, Bid Bond, Agreement, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, General Requirements, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Notice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Change Order, Drawings, Specifications and Addenda may be examined at the following locations: Golden Meadow Town Hall, 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, Louisiana 70357; J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., P. O. Drawer 730, 131 East 91st Street, Galliano, LA 70354 A mandatory prebid conference will be held at the Town Hall located at 107 Jervis Drive, Golden Meadow, LA 70357, at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. The bid documents for this project are posted on centralbidding.com. To view, download, and receive bid no-

tices/updates by e mail, prospective bidders will have to register with Central Auction House (CAH). Bidders will have the option to submit their bids & bid bonds electronically or by paper copy. If a bid is submitted electronically, Bidder shall enclose a copy of their proposal guaranty (bid bond, certified check, or cashier’s check) with the electronic submission. The original proposal guaranty shall be delivered to the Owner within 48 hours of bid opening. Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained at the office of J. Wayne Plaisance, Inc., located at 131 East 91st Street, Cut Off, LA 70345 upon deposit of $240.00 for each complete set. Plans and specifications will be available until twenty-four (24) hours before the bid opening. In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 38:2212, deposits on the first set of documents furnished to bona fide prime bidders will be fully refunded upon return of the documents no later that ten (10) days after receipt of bids. On other sets of documents furnished to bidders, the deposit ($240.00 ) less the actual cost of reproduction ( $120.00 ) will be refunded upon return of the documents no later than ten (10) days after receipt of bids. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. Such actions will be in accordance with the Louisiana Revised Statutes

38:2214. The Owner requires that each bidder attach to his bid a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond equivalent to 5% of the total bid as evidence of good faith of the bidder. Sureties used for obtaining bonds must appear as acceptable on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Circular 570. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within forty-five (45) days after the actual date of the opening thereof except as provided by law. The Contractor shall begin mobilization and procurement of materials within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Notice to Proceed. Attention of Bidders is called particularly to the requirements for conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract (Davis-Bacon Act), Section 3 (Low Income Resident Participation) of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, Section 109 (Non-Discrimination) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Section 503 (Non-Discrimination Against Employees with Disabilities) and Section 504 (NonDiscrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Segregated Facilities, Executive Order 11246, and all applicable laws and regulations of the Federal government and State of Louisiana and bonding and insurance requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order No. 11246, as amended. The requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in the specifications. “Privity” Statement – Any contract or contracts awarded under this invitation for bids are expected to be funded in part by a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Neither the United States nor any of its departments, agencies, or employees is or will be party to this invitation for bids or any resulting contact. This procurement will be subject to regulations contained in 40 CFR Part 31 excluding the DavisBacon Act requirements and the Buy American provisions. Any person with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Town of Golden Meadow no later than seven (7) days prior to bid opening. TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW Joey Bouziga Mayor February 24, 2017 3/22/2017 3/29/2017

LA SAFE planning session Apr. 4 in Mathews

Louisiana’s Strategic Adaptations for Future Environments (LA SAFE) is launching a planning process to develop a common vision with coastal residents intended to guide parish-specific decisionmaking in coming decades relative to projected future flood risks throughout the region. The process is kicking off with six parish-specific meetings hosted by the Louisiana Office of Community Development’s Disaster Recovery Unit, in partnership with the Foundation for Louisiana’s Coastal Resilience Leverage Fund and the elected leadership of the parish. The planning process is a key step in the imple-

Citizens invited to plan for changing coastlines

mentation of LA SAFE, a $40 million initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Once plans are developed, the LA SAFE team will use the balance of funds to invest in proposed programs and projects within the 6-parish area. LA SAFE is a communityfocused resilience and adaptation framework designed to complement the state’s Coastal Master Plan. Representatives will be present at these meetings to work with citizens to begin discussing how their communities can best adapt and develop in the future. The LA SAFE team will

give a pair of brief presentations alongside residentfacilitated activities and discussions during the meetings. Each meeting offers similar content with additional parish specific information. Learn more about this initiative at LASAFE.la.gov.

The meeting in Lafourche Parish is set for Tuesday, April 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mathews Government Complex, 4876 Hwy. 1, Mathews. The LA SAFE team encourages all interested parties to attend.

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