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Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014

Businesses won’t have to return BP spill payouts

Industrial Park Road bulkhead project to begin in November Project funding seems to be an issue Buster Avera Contributing Writer

JANET MCCONNAUGHEY and JONATHAN FAHEY Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that BP must stand by the agreement made with the companies it compensated for losses after the 2010 Gulf oil spill despite the oil giant saying some claims were overestimated. BP argued that a flawed funding formula enabled nearly 800 businesses to overestimate their spill-related claims. One construction company hundreds of miles from the coast received $13.2 million, but deserved $4.8 million at most, BP said. Another company selling “animals and animal skins” was overpaid about $14 million, and about 50 others shouldn’t have been paid at all, the company said. About 150 claimants should return a total of $185 million, and overpayments to the rest haven’t been calculated, attorney Kevin Downey argued. U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier was not persuaded Wednesday, thwarting BP’s latest attempt to control potential liabilities now approaching $50 billion. The judge agreed weeks ago to change the compensation formula for any future payments, but ruled Wednesday that a deal is a deal when it comes to the money BP has already paid out. See BP Page 5-A

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Arrests.............................8-A Calendar of Events.........2-A Classifieds................6-A/8-A

Horoscopes.....................7-A

Lottery.............................2-A

Memorials.......................8-A

News In Brief..................3-A

Obituaries........................8-A

Surfin’ the Net.................8-A

Worship Directory............4-A

VOLUME 25 NUMBER 50

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The bulkhead along Industrial Park Road in Larose is in dire need of repair but some councilmen are at odds on how the project should be funded.

‘Blue-collar’ workers benefit from fishing rodeo Buster Avera Contributing Writer

If you are looking around for a fishing tournament for a worthy cause, look no further than the “Fish the Bayou” rodeo on October 4, headquartered at the Larose Civic Center. In its second year, “Fish the Bayou” will again stress fun angling, delicious food, great door prizes and musical entertainment. The tournament is an annual fishing rodeo put on by the Dusty Richardel Memorial Foundation, a non-profit organization that awards scholarships to Louisiana high school seniors who

forego traditional college training and instead join the blue-collar workforce right out of high school. Revenue from the rodeo goes toward funding those scholarships. After last year’s event, the foundation was able to award “blue-collar worker” scholarships to 12 students totaling $20,000. Created in memory of Larose resident Dusty Richardel, the foundation’s mission is to help facilitate opportunities for high school graduates who shared Dusty’s ambition to become a skilled blue-collar worker. See Tournament Page 5-A

Rotarians’ popular festival and cookoff provide funds for community, world projects Marc C. Kimball Contributing Writer

This group of civic-minded business professionals gathers every Thursday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. at their usual place, a white building located next to Tom’s Texaco in Golden Meadow. Their building is marked with a huge, 6 foot, blue and yellow cog wheel, reminiscent of something out of Spacely Sprocket’s factory from the Jetsons. They are called Rotarians. Sounds like a race of people expected to beam onto the Enterprise. The Rotarians are all earth-bound people focused on making our world a better place. They are members of the Golden Meadow Rotary Club. Rotarians have been gathering weekly and doing good deeds in our community since 1943. Their first president was Dr. J. Andre Gravois, and I am sure he isn’t from space, or any of this dynamic group’s members which since 1989, includes women. Since its charter was awarded in 1943, the Golden Meadow Rotary Club has accomplished some amazing things throughout our community that we take for granted. They established blinking lights at Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano, the Golden Meadow Bridge and

street lights throughout the town of Golden Meadow. And they do much, much more. They added rubber around the playground equipment, three lighted tennis courts and a basketball court at Oakridge Park in Golden Meadow. But their reach extends far beyond Golden Meadow. They currently award scholarships to students from South Lafourche High School attending Nicholls State University – currently they have four students at NSU on a $3,500 scholarship. Doctors Without Borders, Engineers Without Borders, Architects Without Borders, etc., the list goes on … are all Rotary Club initiatives. In 1985, Rotary focused on the eradication of polio from our planet. They are almost there! Along with the World Health Organization, Rotary International has eradicated the disease throughout the world. Only Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria remain. “That’s because of war in those countries. We haven’t been able to go in there yet,” says Mike Collins, a long-time Rotary member who has served as District Governor and traveled to some exotic locales doing good. “I was in the Philippines when we ad-

An important parish repair project, proposed as far back as 2008, is set to start in November, although some councilmen have expressed concern over design and funding. Parish administration and councilmen alike have expressed some worry that the poor state of the bulkhead could eventually cause the road to cave in, shutting down North American Shipyard, a major employer and taxpaying entity in Lafourche. The Industrial Park Road Bulkhead Project has gone through its design phase and has been advertised. A contractor will be chosen when bids are opened on October 14. Construction is set to begin in November, says Heather Klingman of Duplantis Design Group PC, the engineering firm in charge of the project. The improvement along Industrial Park Road will consist of a new steel sheet pile bulkhead of approximately 425 feet in length along the northwest corner of the intersection of Bayou Lafourche and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (GIWW) in Larose. Steel piles will range in length from 35 to 55 feet. The bulkhead will be backfilled to strengthen the shoulder of Industrial Park Road. Tie-back piles will be driven as an anchor for the wall. Whether or not the design of the project goes far enough to adequately protect the roadside and repair the worn out bulkhead is one issue which councilmen have debated. At the September 23rd Parish Council public meeting, Phillip Gouaux, who has been pushing for repair of the bulkhead for over 5 years, questioned the design. “I have looked at the plans to put new sheet piles against the old piles. Wouldn’t it be a good idea to go out further and backfill?” he asked. See Bulkhead Page 5-A

Rotary Club volunteers peel shrimp for the annual Rotary Bayou Music Festival and Shrimp Cook-off set for Saturday, October 4 at the Golden Meadow Oakridge Park.

ministered the polio vaccine to people,” says Collins. “The vaccines are given yearly for 5 years. After that time if no cases of polio are found, the country is polio free. And, the cost is only $.60 per dose. If we can eliminate polio from the final three countries, our world will be polio free!” See Rotary Page 5-A

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Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Town-wide garage sale set for Oct. 4

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Lockport KCs to host lunch fundraiser Sun.

The Knights of Columbus Council 3054 of Lockport will sponsor a fundraiser on Sunday, September 28 from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. at their home at 719 Seventh Street in Lockport. The meal will consist of baked chicken, rice dressing, green beans, salad, and bread. Desserts and soft drinks will also be sold for an additional cost. Donations for each meal is $8.

Lockport American Legion to meet Mon.

The Lockport American Legion Auxiliary Unit 83 will be meeting on Monday, September 29th at the legion home in Lockport. Girls State and Boys State citizens have been invited to join the meeting. A meal will be served. Unit or Post members’ participation is encouraged.

LCOA to host Health Fair Thurs.

The Lafourche Council on Aging will host a Health Fair on Thursday, October 2 from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. at the LCOA office, 4876 Hwy. 1, Mathews (the old WalMart building). Vendors will be there to offer great services and lots of important information. Flu shots will be given free of charge. Call Chantell to reserve your flu shot at 1888-879-4400.

Marriage simulcast set for Oct. 4 at CBC

I Still Do, a marriage simulcast, will be held at the Community Bible Church on Saturday, October 4 from 8 a.m. till 4 p.m. Cost is $30 per couple, lunch provided. For more information contact Lisa at 985-6375929.

Conceal, carry class set for Oct. 4

A conceal carry class will be held on Saturday, October 4 at 8 a.m. at the ALSTARZ building in Larose. To register, call 985693-7109 or stop by 13347 West Main, Larose for an application. Gun safety, personal and home protection will be just a few of the topics covered in this course.

The Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum will be a part of the Town of Lockport’s 6th Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, October 4 beginning at 7 a.m. The museum at 110 Main Street in Lockport will be one of many vendors.

Junk in Trunk benefit sale set for Oct. 4

The MAX Charter School PTA will be hosting a “Junk in Your Trunk” Parking Lot Fundraiser Sale on Saturday, October 4, from 7 a.m. until 12 noon in the parking lot of the school on the Nicholls State University Campus at 100 Afton Drive. All proceeds will go to the school.

LaSalette craft show set for Oct. 5

The Ladies of LaSalette Arts and Craft Show will be held on Sunday, October 5 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the LaSalette Center in Golden Meadow with over 30 crafters attending. Children’s activities such as pumpkin painting will be conducted beginning at 12:30 p.m. at a minimal cost. As always, a chicken gumbo lunch will be available for dine-in or take-out beginning at 11 a.m. for $7. Hot dogs and sausage poboys may also be purchased. Desserts and soft drinks will be available at an extra charge. Plan to come and enjoy lunch, browse among the many crafters’ booths, and watch the children enjoy the activities.

Leeville Fishing Rodeo to be held Oct. 4, 5

The Leeville Fishing Rodeo will be held on Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5 with headquarters at Griffin’s Marina in Leeville. Tickets are $15, which includes eligibility for many door prizes and a fried fish and white beans lunch on Sunday. Winners of door prizes need not be present. Tickets are available at the following locations: (Larose) B & B Hardware, (Galliano) Quality Printing, (Golden Meadow) Tom’s Service Station and Golden Meadow True Value, (Leeville) Gail’s Bait Shop, Bada Bing Bait Shop, Bobby Lynn’s Marina and Griffin’s Marina. For more information call Griffin’s Marina at 985396-2415. All proceeds will be donated to local charities.

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Class of ‘74 lists reunion schedule

The South Lafourche High School class of ’74 posts the upcoming 40th reunion schedule: - Friday, October 17, meet at 4:45, SLHS front door/south side of reception. Walking across field at 6 p.m. - Saturday, October 18, Larose Civic Center at 7 p.m. Cost is $35/person. - Payments/Info: Class of 74. P.O. Box 384, Cut Off, LA 70345. Send name, email address and phone numbers. Call Donna Marie at 985-665-8418 or Mitzie at 985-258-1615 with any questions.

sponsors accepted. Registration sign in time from 9 a.m. till 12 noon. All donations accepted. For more information contact: Jimmy Vasquez, 985-637-2996; Wade Dufrene, 985-228-3633; Russell A. Danos, 985-6379403 or Gerald Breaux at 985-232-8463. Rain out day: Saturday, October 25.

Leeville preservation group seeks photos

Organizers of a Leeville cemetery preservation project titled, “Leeville Fishing Village, Forgotten CajunsCemetery Preservation Project”, is seeking old photos of cemeteries in the Leeville area, specifically the Lefort Cemetery, which barely remains today.

Photos should be scanned and emailed to janetrhodus@hotmail.com or call Janet Rhodus at 225-413-4414 for pick up for photo reproduction or donations to help fund the project. There are no public funds available for this project so private donations are sorely needed.

Art of Marriage to be held Oct. 18

An Art of Marriage event will be held on Saturday, October 18, from 8:30 a.m. till 5:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Lockport. Cost is $50 per couple (snacks and lunch provided). Proceeds are used to supply workbooks and lunch. For more information contact Bobbie Jo at 985691-4871.

Lockport KCs to hold calendar sale fundraiser

The KC Council of Lockport will participate in another Charity Calendar sale for the fifth year. The calendars are in and there are only 200 to sell. For a fee of $20 each, the purchaser can win from $20 to $2000 every day in 2015. If you win, your name is put back in the hopper for another possible win. The calendars can also be viewed on Facebook. To get your calendar, call 985-532-4640 or 985852-8674 and 985-8050938.

Cracklin’ Cook Off, car show set for Oct. 18

The Larose Shrine Club’s annual Cracklin’ Cook-Off and Car Show will be held Saturday, October 18 from 9 a.m. till 4 p.m. at 205 W. 79th St. Events scheduled include a crackling cook-off contest, plate luncheons, cracklin, auction, arts and craft booths, live music, and an open car and truck show. Craft booth space is now available (limited space). Call now to pre-register. Door prizes and trophy

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LAROSE, La. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Louisiana State Police say two men died when a pickup truck crashed headon into a tractor trailer and then was hit by a dump truck Wednesday morning. Trooper Evan Harrell identified the victims as 38year-old Murphy Callais Jr., of Cut Off, and 62-year-old Lloyd Coleman, of Thibodaux. Harrell says Callais was driving east on the La. Hwy. 24 around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when he tried to pass a dump truck and struck a westbound 18wheeler driven by Coleman. After the impact, Harrell says the pickup rotated counter clockwise into the eastbound lane where it was struck by the dump truck. Troopers say Callais and Coleman, who were wearing seat belts, were pronounced dead at the scene by the Lafourche Coronerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. ___

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advocates participating in a federal working group on detention and enforcement policies. The Associated Press obtained an audio recording of Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting and separately interviewed participants. On the recording, the government did not specify the total number of families released into the U.S. since October. Since only a few hundred families have already been returned to their home countries and limited U.S. detention facilities can house only about 1,200 family members, the 70 percent figure suggests the government released roughly 41,000 members of immigrant families who subsequently failed to appear at federal immigration offices. ___

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pended its search for two missing shrimpers last seen south of Southwest Pass near the mouth of the Mississippi River. The Coast Guard called off the search Thursday. Authorities say the shrimping vessel Christopherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Joy capsized around 4 p.m. Tuesday throwing the four crew members into the water. The Coast Guard said a boat in the area rescued two members of the shrimp boatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crew but two others remain missing. Response crews searched more than 5,745 square miles for more than 64 hours for the two missing crewmembers of the 75foot shrimping vessel. Capt. Phillip Schifflin, commander of Coast Guard Sector New Orleans, says their hearts go out to the families and friends of the two men who were lost at sea.

Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

The V.H. Boudreaux Senior Citizens Center in Lockport celebrated their monthly birthdays on September 18. Those celebrating their birthdays in September were: Mary Saucier, Bennett Arceneaux, Louis Bourgeois, Leroy Ledet, Peggy Bradberry and Pearl Ledet. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. till 1 p.m. Any seniors 60 years of age and older are invited to join this great group. Call the center at 985-532-5930 for more information.

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Please join us at 1:00 pm at our open house when awards will be given to several men from our community that saved 3 little girls from an overturned vehicle in Bayou Lafourche in September.

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Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd The cross of Christ has taken on many forms over the centuries

We often see members of a team sign themselves with a cross before or after they perform on the playing field. While we do not know their intentions, that gesture can have great significance. The following is a brief history of the Cross of Christ. Until the year 312, the Roman Government persecuted the church. So we don’t find the cross openly displayed on monuments and catacomb sepulchers. One disguise was an anchor, which took on a much deeper meaning: a hope based on the Cross of Christ. Other disguises were a trident (a three-prong spear), or the mainmast of a ship. Another hidden symbol of the cross was an X also called the St. Andrew’s cross because he is supposed to have died on that type of cross. When the church was free from persecution after Constantine’s Edit of Milan (313 AD) most Christians were still not comfortable enough to display the cross. The simple Greek cross (+) is found below the inscription of Rufinus and Irene, in the catacombs, in the early 3rd century. During the 5th and 6th centuries, the crosses are decked with flowers, palms, and foliage, and the jeweled crosses were adorned with gems and precious stones.

The earliest example of the crucifix, a carved representation of Christ attached to the cross, is from the late 6th century. The early Christians had the custom of making the sign of the cross on their foreheads. Tertullian wrote about 204 AD: “At every forward step and movement, at every going in and out, when we put on our clothes and shoes, when we bathe, when we sit at table, when we light the lamps, on a couch, on a seat, in all the ordinary actions of daily life, we trace upon the forehead the sign.” Afterwards these signs of the cross were united in one large sign that we use today. In the Western Church the hand was carried from the left to the right shoulder; in the East-

ern Church a person signed with the first three fingers from the right shoulder to the left. The sign of the cross was also made at liturgical functions over persons and things, sometimes with five fingers extended, to represent the Five Wounds of Christ, sometimes with thumb and lower two fingers joined representing the Persons of the Trinity. In the year 326 the mother of Constantine, St. Helena, then about 80 years old, journeyed to Jerusalem to destroy the pagan buildings that were put on the site by the Romans to discourage believers from coming to Christ’s death and burial places. The Cross-was covered in a ditch with stones, so that the faithful might be able to venerate it. Only a

few Jews knew the exact spot where it had been hidden, and one of them, named Judas, pointed it out to the excavators. Judas afterwards became a Christian saint. During the excavation three crosses were found. The plaque with Jesus’ name on it was detached from the Cross-so there was no way to identify it. Following an inspiration, St. Macarius, the bishop of

During National Constitution Week sponsors Ms. Patti Comeaux and Mrs. Mae Rose Chiasson held a Christ-Like Citizens Award activity at Holy Rosary School. Throughout the week several students were caught in the act of being a Christ-Like Citizen. Staff members then put the names of these students into a box. At the conclusion of Constitution Week, one student per class, in Kindergarten through 8th grades, was selected as a Christ-Like Citizen during an assembly. Students received awards for their achievement. Pictured left to right, top row: Patti Comeaux, 8th-Alex Toups, 7th-Nathan Naquin, 6th-Branden Ledet, 4th-Zack France, 3rdSeth Guidry, 2nd-Lyric Duet and Mae Rose Chiasson; (bottom row) 1st-Aubrey Lombas, 2nd-Madison Gonzales, 1st-Emma Guidry, K-Rylie Guidry and 5th-Carmen Duet.

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First Baptist Church of Grand Isle 129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Small Groups: 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship: 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Kids Elevate: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss - www.fbcgrandisle.com

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Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m. Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m. Reverend Nolan Smith, Pastor

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Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin

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Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.

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Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m. Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor

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122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Pastor Jimmy Autin

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Church: 632-4119 - Shane Terrebonne, Pastor

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Rod King, Pastor - 532-2936, Res.

long time objected to stripping Christ of his garments, and the traditional tunic remained until the ninth century. When Europe was suffering from the Black Plague and war in the 12th and 13th centuries, and death was all around, the living and triumphant Christ gave way to a Christ dead from his Passion. The Cross-is a powerful symbol in whatever form.

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Jerusalem, brought the three crosses to the bedside of a saintly woman who was dying. She touched two of them and nothing happened. When she touched the third, the woman got well. From the 6th to 12th centuries, Christ is depicted not as the suffering Messiah, but the Christ who is triumphant and glorious on the Cross. Moreover, Christian art for a

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New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland

Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m. Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m. Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m. Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor

Crosspoint Church

18210 West Main St., Suite 8, Galliano

Sunday Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Coffee and Donuts: 8:45 a.m. Thursday Kids Elevate: 6:00 p.m. Thursday Youth Worship: 7:00 p.m. Pastor John Boss - www.crosspointgalliano.com

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews

Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.

Valentine Baptist Church 9334 Hwy. 308 - Valentine

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. Bro. Jim Mooring

CATHOLIC

Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor

Our Lady of the Isle Church Grand Isle

Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Mass at 8:00 a.m. Rev. Peter Taile, Pastor

Our Lady of the Rosary

12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.net

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. Rev. Wilfredo “Freddie” Decal, Pastor

Holy Savior Church

612 Main Street - Lockport

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.

St. Anthony Church

333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Very Rev. Dean Danos, V.F. www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.co

St. Hilary of Poitiers

333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:00 p.m. Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. Benny Rebosura www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com

St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. Tuesday 6:00 p.m.

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Evening Services 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class 7:00 p.m.

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center

Bethany Community Fellowship Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland

Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship When Scheduled Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano

Gheens Presbyterian Church

Mathews Full Gospel Temple

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Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m. Eno Dantin, Pastor Personas de habla hispana Bienvenidos

Hwy. 1 - Mathews

Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Open Door Revival Center

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service 7 p.m. Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

Community Bible Church of Laf. 14757 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Dicipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com

Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano

Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992

Victory Life Church

1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport

Services: Sun. 9:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m. Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561

Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual

13298 East Main - Larose

Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.

Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons

Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of this Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 985-693-7229.

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UNITED METHODIST

632-7575

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor

Memorial United Methodist

201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews

LA Carriers • 632-5858 16849 East Main Street • Cut Off, LA 70345

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org

United Methodist Church of Grand Isle

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Oak Street - Grand Isle Sunday Service 8:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor

PENTECOSTAL

New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose Sunday Service 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Pastor Ronnie Melancon

First United Pentecostal

Central Lafourche Drive - Mathews Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 6:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 985-787-3453

Bethel Christian Ministries 107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes

LUTHERAN

Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma

(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m. 879-1865 - FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865 or Joelle Gerken (from Larose) at 693-3222.

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Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org

SPANISH

Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia 504 Seventh St. - Lockport

Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Sabado - 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Pastor R. Prieto Phone: (504) 505-2642 or (985) 693-6946

Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose 105 W. 16th St. - Larose

Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales 504-468-1300

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Bulkhead From 1-A

Limited funding and concerns over the taking of more water bottom were the reasons for the design. There will be some fill work behind the new sheet piles, with a new 300-foot guard rail in the curve, said Klingman. Another issue is where the funding for the work will come from. Parish President Charlotte Randolph has proposed to fund the project out of tax money in the Road Sales Tax District #2 Fund. When some councilmen expressed opposition to that idea, administration sought a ruling from District Attorney Cam Morvant in April 2012. The DA’s office responded, stating in this case the use of RSTD2 funds is allowable as the repair is “in furtherance of maintaining a public road”. At Tuesday’s public meeting, Jerry Lafont opposed use of RSTD2 funding, saying it was “deceiving the voters”. “When we voted on the tax call, it was for roads and drainage. We have since added bridges; now, bulkheads? If we need to fix this (bulkhead), and I am all for fixing it, we should pull the money from the general fund, not from road sales,” he argued. Councilman Daniel Lorraine, ever protective of RSTD2 money, was also opposed. “It is not our (RSTD2) responsibility to fix that whole bulkhead,” he stated. He too wants the money to come from the general fund. Councilman Phillip Gouaux, in whose district Industrial Park Drive runs, spoke on behalf of getting the job going and not worrying where the money comes from. “This is a parish road. Go and walk the bulkhead.

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It is being washed away. You can see the gap. It will affect the road soon and we can’t afford to lose North American,” he said. After bids are opened and a contractor is chosen next month, the full council will have to approve the project and the funding source. More debate from councilmen, especially on funding, is expected in October.

Tournament From 1-A

The non-profit organization targets students who plan to attend trade schools, vocational schools or technical colleges, seeking career paths in such areas as integrated production technologies, nautical sciences, air condition and refrigeration services, culinary school, marine electrician, beauty school and diesel mechanics. “Fish the Bayou” is a one-day tournament with saltwater and freshwater categories for boaters, kayakers, and youth. Boat Division: —‐3 Red Fish stringer (under 27”) ---2 Speckled Trout stringer —Trash Fish (heaviest fish, any species in season for recreational fishing) —3 Bass stringer —2 Mangrove Snapper stringer Kayak Division: —3 Red Fish stringer (under 27”) —2 Speckled Trout stringer —Trash Fish (heaviest fish, any species in season for recreational fishing) Youth Division (under 16 years of age): —1 Red Fish (under 27”) —1 Speckled Trout —1 Catfish (any species of catfish) An award will also be given for redfish with the

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most spots. Rodeo headquarters are located at the Bayou Civic Club (307 E. 5th St., Larose). Fishing time is from 12:01a.m. Saturday morning till 5 p.m. that afternoon. The scales will open at 3 p.m. Prior to weighing fish, anglers must sign in by 5 p.m. The deadline for signing in is 5 p.m. Scales will stay open until all signees have weighed in. Awards will be presented at 6 p.m. and special guest Mr. Sidney Triche will start the auction at 7. Rodeo tickets are $25 and that price includes a meal and t-shirt. Delicious redfish courtboullion, jambalaya, gumbo, potato salad and desserts will be served. Registration and sponsorship information can be found at www.drmemorial.org or by visiting Facebook at “Fish the Bayou”. Raffles, door prizes, live entertainment, and even a costume contest will be featured. This year’s rodeo is also the fifth stop of the Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club’s 2014 Tournament Series. The LKFC tournament will be held separate from “Fish the Bayou” but is open to the public. Participants in the Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club event are NOT allowed to use live or dead bait. It is an artificial bait only tournament. Registration and rules can be found at: http://lafayettekayakfishing.com/index.php/event/ details/137-fish-the-bayou. For additional information or to become a sponsor of “Fish the Bayou”, contact Shane Curole at (985) 6280639, (985) 628-0639, or by email at fishthebayou@gmail.com.

Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

From 1-A

Under that deal, claimants agreed not to sue, and BP agreed that no future court action could change their payments. “BP disagrees with today’s decision and will appeal it,” company spokesman Geoff Morrell said. “We asked the Court, as a matter of equity and fairness, to order the return of excessive payments.” Barbier said he would rule later on the issue of compensation for cleanup workers whose chronic medical problems weren’t diagnosed until after the deal’s cutoff date of April 16, 2012. The settlement entitled cleanup workers with chronic conditions including rashes and breathing problems to receive up to $60,700 if the problems first surfaced within days of their cleanup work. BP is still facing a financial nightmare from the nation’s worst oil disaster, which began with an explosion that tore open the oil company’s Macondo well on the floor of the Gulf of Mexico, destroying the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig and killing 11 workers. As the spill defied containment efforts for nearly three months, fouling seafood grounds, coastal marshes and beaches, BP sought to restore its image and limit its liability by promising to compensate the victims. Trying to force businesses to return that compensation could cost the London-based company some goodwill, but BP’s financial pressures are different now. “In 2010 and 2011, BP was willing to cut any deal necessary with anyone to reduce its legal risk,” said Pavel Molchanov, an energy analyst for Raymond James. “Now the company is taking a more assertive approach.” BP’s closing share price was $50.20 the day of the explosion, and fell to $22.80 in June 2010, before the well was capped. Shareholders returned after BP set aside $42 billion to cover its liabilities, reassured the financial damage was contained.

That’s no longer so clear: The judge’s ruling this month that BP showed gross negligence and willful misconduct added a new level of uncertainty around BP’s spill-related expenses, reducing its market value by $9 billion in a single day. “That was not expected,” Molchanov said. “It added a big question mark.” BP’s total potential liabilities now include up to $18 billion in fines and penalties that could be imposed for violating federal pollution laws, and more than $27 billion BP says it has already paid to restore the coast and settle damage claims. The claims office said it has paid $4.1 billion to more than 50,700 people and businesses as of Wednesday, and it’s not done yet — the settlement fund is not capped. BP’s stock fell another 21 cents Wednesday, closing at $45.51. The oil giant reported profits of $24 billion last year, but analysts have said it could be forced to sell assets to cover the fines. Fahey reported from New York.

Rotary

From 1-A

Peter Pitre has been a 34-year Rotarian and has perfect attendance at the meetings. He has witnessed the effects of their polio eradication efforts first hand. “A guy in our company from India came up to me and hugged me,” says Pitre. “He told me ‘thank you’ for eradicating polio from my country.” India has been polio free for two years now. Rotary Clubs are linked to District Clubs which are linked to a National Rotary Club and Rotary International. Rotary is on six continents. It’s a global organization with local roots. “After Hurricane Katrina, I sent an email to the Rotary Clubs in our district and sent it up the ladder stating that we needed water,” says Collins. “Within a week, we had 40,000 gallons of water. We are a group that certainly values service to community more

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than service to self.” Their ideas for good deeds come from various sources, one of which is their local members. “We are trying to get younger people involved to keep our ideas and projects new and fresh,” he says. “We also get ideas from other Rotarians at conferences, through exchange programs and our monthly magazine.” Grand Isle and Lockport have a Rotary Club as well. Each is autonomous and performs different acts of good for the communities they serve. Their fundraising is also different. That’s why this group decided to gather at one of their member’s homes Thursday instead of their traditional meeting place. They are preparing shrimp for their upcoming fundraiser. “The Rotary Bayou Music Festival and Shrimp Cook Off is our largest fundraiser of the year,” says Collins. “It’s held Saturday, October 4 at Oakridge Park.” The event features bands and a shrimp cook off. So far, there are ten teams registered for the competition. “Participants pay $15 and can eat all the boiled shrimp they want, all of which are prepared by our teams of competitive boilers,” says Collins. “The teams show up at 8 a.m. and begin preparing. We provide the water to boil and the shrimp. The doors open at 11 a.m.” Every penny the 501(c)3 non-profit organization receives goes right back into our community in the form of good acts. “Every dollar Rotary spends is accounted for,” says Collins. “When we gather on Thursday nights, we have a meal that we pay for. Rotary money is only used for community projects.” Collins gets emotional as he looks at the 700 pounds of shrimp being deheaded and iced down. “It gives me goose bumps to see this shrimp … all of this represents money - money for Rotary that we can use to do good in our community for the entire year!”

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Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

2006 Double Wide 31’x70 Sunshine Mobile Home For Sale: Excel. cond. Must be moved! Has 3 br. w/lg. walk in closets, 2 ba., kitchen/dining, utility rm. & living rm. w/wood burning fireplace. Master bath has garden tub & lg. shower. Sheet rock throughout. All appliances stay in. Also has metal storm shutters that lock with key, lg. front porch, smaller back porch & carport. Asking $60,000. Can be seen at 163 W. 109th St. FMI call Sandy at 985-6917432. _________________ House For Sale down W. 133rd St., 3 br, 2 ba. Asking $73,000. Call 985677-6064. _________________ House For Sale: 215 E. 6th St., Larose. 3 br, 1 ba. Asking $85,000. FMI call 985688-5839 or 985-6919394. _________________

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House and lot for sale. 5br, 4ba, W. 47th St. 5,000 sq ft. Call Ron at 985-6968234. _________________ House For Sale, E. 110th St. in Galliano. Green house on Hwy. 308. 3 br, 1.5 ba, kitchen/living open area, 1-car garage w/shed attached. Some work needed, lot 95x180. Asking $80,000, As Is! By appt. only, call 985691-2534. _________________ House For Sale in Larose Landing Subd., 133 Winchester Way, Lockport, (Reduced Price). 3 br, 2 ba, fireplace, fenced in back yard, alarm system & landscaping. FMI call 985696-5923 or 985-278-1084. _________________

LAND

Lot For Sale in Larose, lot 80x80, ready to build/investment. $2500 down. Owner financing available. Call 985-2646200 or 985-396-3000. _________________ Land For Sale: 600 ft x 102 ft., between W. 163rd St. & W. 164th St., near levee. Owner financing available. Call 985-641-0083. _________________ Land For Sale: 124.8x3500’, 32x40 shed, dirt pad, shell driveway, pond, water lines, includes bayou side. Galliano Hwy. 308. Appraised at $126,000, Asking $100,000 OBO. Call 985-475-5574 or 985637-0439. _________________

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MLS 116370: NEW LISTING Located on Alex Plaisance Blvd. in Golden Meadow, this property is 16,536 sqft. It was once used to store frozen seafood and as a warehouse and office. All equipment is included. Lot is 190’ x 578’. Great location! $1,250,000.

MLS 116383: NEW LISTING 21118 Hwy. 1 in Golden Meadow. Located just north of the flood gates. This property was once a church and is now converted into a bunk house that can house 40 people. It’s 4,188 sqft. and sits on a 266’ x 841’ lot. $500,000. MLS 116384: NEW LISTING 139 Joe Brown Rd., Lockport. This property sits on 43 acres with warehouse and office space totaling 188,894 sqft. It has 300,000 sqft. of Limestone and 125,000 sqft. of concrete parking. It has 5,900 ft. of chain link fencing and includes a guest house. There is plenty of room for expansion or rental space. $3,200,000.

MLS 116391: NEW LISTING 22801 Hwy. 1 in Golden meadow. This property was the Louisiana Shrimp & Packing Co. This huge building is 36,613 sqft., it has work areas, cooler storage, freezer storage, shipping and receiving docks, fuel service dock, 120 ton ice plant, a 1200 ft. dock along Bayou Lafourche and much more! $3,000,000. MLS 115650: Located in Larose on the East side of Hwy. 3235, Approximately 1.7 acres with 273 ft. of road frontage, land is cleared with a dirt pad already in place, great location. $80,000.

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FOR RENT

Apt. For Rent: 1 br. at 410 W. 14th St, Larose and a 2 br. Trailer For Rent at 408 W. 14th St, Larose. FMI call 985991-0053. _________________ House For Rent in Galliano: 2 br, 1 ba, 923 sq ft, w/d included, $800/mth, $800/dep. No smoking, no pets. Call 985855-4162. _________________

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Jasper County, Mississippi

American Realty

$390,000

MLS 112683: Located in Golden Meadow on Hwy. 1 inside the Levee protection, 10 acres with 535’ road frontage. $450,000. MLS 112503: This property is located on the east side of Hwy. 3235. 96’ road frontage. $100,000.

MLS 113943: This property is located off Hwy. 308 down Emile Dr. in Lockport. 400 x 104. Restricted. $65,000.

MLS 114010: 170 ft. of Bayouside property located north of Intracoastal in Larose. New bulkhead, electricity, water, plenty of parking. $115,000.

MLS 114683: This metal building on a slab is located at 19291 Hwy. 308 in Golden Meadow. It is currently being used as storage. It has plenty of parking and a 40’ x 25’ covered parking area. It also includes a bayouside with a new dock for loading and unloading boats. It’s an unrestricted zone on an 86’ x 165’ lot and is great for a boat company. $125,000 MLS 108857: Over 3 acres of unrestricted property with a limestone base. Over 1,000 ft. of road frontage. Located by new lift bridge in Larose, south of Intracoastal. Prime location with quick access to Hwy. 3235. $1.2 million. Possible lease option available.

Residential Property

MLS 113708: Located at 290 W. 86th Street in Cut Off, this home has a total living area of 3200 sqft and sits on a lotGsize of 210’ x 136’. It has been totally IN PENDand renovated from floors to appliances countertops. There is also a 700 sqft. cabana with a kitchen and full bath. This home is move in ready. REDUCED $350,000.

MLS 114693: Located at 201 E. 153rd Street in Galliano, this home has a total living area of 4,193 sqft. and sits on a 270’ x 83’ x 375’ x 95’ lot. It is a 1.5 story ranch home with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths including an in-ground pool, bath house, sun room and spa. $290,000 MLS 114636: This unrestricted property located at 168 West 115th St. in Cut Off is on a lot measuring 120’ x 636’ x 185’ x 767’. $55,000 200 Hwy. 3161, Suite 1, Cut Off • 325-7107 Panky Christen - Broker / Owner Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

If you are a group of employees working in the local area and are looking for Cajun hospitality then come see us at Louisiana Leisure Resort 18076 HWY 3235. Lots and Cabins for rent. Ammenities included. 3 miles from Walmart. 15 miles from Fourchon. We offer Company Packages for all the hard workers out there. Please call Crystal or Gina for more info at 985-3254006. _________________

Trailer for Rent in Galliano: 2br, 2ba, no pets. $700/mo $500/dep 985-2788974 _________________

MERCHANDISE

Mayberry Sales & Service Also buy & repair used washers / dryers / refrigerators & window A/Cs. Call 4757211. _________________ Electric Washer & Gas Dryer For Sale, also a sm. refrig/freezer. Make Offer. Call 985-6376478. _________________

CDL Driver with Hazmat

Blanchard Contractors, Inc. is now accepting applications for a CDL Driver with Hazmat. Qualified applicants may send resumes to:

wayneb@blanchardcontractors.com or apply in person at 15444 Hwy 3235, Cut Off, LA 70345

Blanchard Contractors, Inc. offers competitive benefits package and pay, 401K, safety bonuses, etc.

Now Hiring

Sales Clerk Hours open:

Mon.-Fri. (12-6)

Every Third Weekend (Sat. 7-5 & Sun. 8-3)

Apply Today!

Accepting Applications for

The Old Kief Hardware LA Hwy. 1, Galliano

7,632 sqft. Plenty parking plus bayouside property

400,000

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE 290 W. 86th St., Cut Off

MLS #: 113708

350,000

Beautifully renovated from top to bottom, this 3BR, 2ba. home is listed below its appraised value.

MLS #: 108882

American Realty USA

Totally renovated home with 3200 sqft. living on a 210’ x 126’ lot with a cabanaNthat G has a PE DINalso kitchen and full bath. This home is move-in ready with new floors, appliances & more.

86,500

Contact Boo Legendre For More Info. at 985-696-7377 or via email at boo@myviscom.com

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

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Panky Christen - Broker / Owner

WANT TO BUY

Looking to buy used electric w/d for small apt. Willing to pay to deliver. Call 985-2585433. _________________

AUTOS

2006 Chevy Colorado Club Cab Pick-Up Truck For Sale: V6, 4 door, 37,000 miles. $12,000. Garage kept. Selling due to illness. Call 985-4755223 or 985-475-6338. _________________

CAMPERS

2011 Montana, 3665 RE, leaving everything in it. All you need is your clothes. Letting B/W hitch & Yogi Bear membership go with it. Take over notes. Call 985-665-4303. _________________ 2008 Camper Trail Lite Trail Cruiser For Sale: 21 foot. $7,500. Call 985-632-3899. _________________

BOATS

Lafitte Skiff For Sale, 26’ new motor, 6 cyl. Chevrolet. $4000. Call 985-632-2864. _________________

CENTRAL GULF TOWING, LLC

is now taking applications for

LI CENSED 1 00 T O N C A P TA I N S

• Applicant must have a towing endorsement • Applicant must be willing to work a 14 & 7 schedule • Applicant willing to work inshore / offshore

We offer the following benefits: Paid Health Insurance, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401K & Optional Aflac

APPLY IN PERSON AT: CENTRAL GULF TOWING, INC. 14561 WEST MAIN ST CUT OFF, LA

Shawn Guidry, Personnel Manager, 985-632-4400 EOE

K-MAR SUPPLY is now accepting applications for

Full Time Office Assistant

Job duties include (but not limited to): Filing, computer data entry, balancing cash boxes, processing invoices, accounts receivables, answering multi-line phone system.

Computer experience a must. Candidate must be able to multi-task, be a fast learner and self-motivated. Great Pay!

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA (Napa, next door to truck stop)

Assistant Manager

Seeking Full Time

Cashiers

Licensed 100 ton Captain

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

55 gallon drums for sale with lid. $20 each. Call 985-2919490 FMI. _________________ Schwinn Elliptical Exercise Machine For Sale: Model #420. Asking $450. Call 985-637-1293. _________________ Used Maytag commercial coin op. washers/dryers For Sale. Call David at 985-278-4543. _________________ 2-Crypts Side-BySide For Sale: Located in Resurrection Garden Memorial Park near St. Hilary Church in Mathews. FMI call Rose LeBoeuf at 985-5326323. _________________ Moving/Furniture Sale: All Must Go! Lg. sectional sofa w/4 built in recliners, end tables, lamps, stacked w/d, leather recliner, 2 TV armoires, dinette w/6 chairs, antiques, queen bed set, ladies Callaway golf set, plus more, all quality, no junk. Larose. Call for info 228-990-8809. _________________ Mardi Gras Beads For Sale: Total $300. Call 985-693-7159. _________________ 200 Plastic Pallets For Sale: $10 ea. or $8 ea. for 15 or more. Call 693-7229 FMI. _________________

Full Time or Part Time

Call 985-637-1519

For Sale: 2010 Sunshine Mobile Home. 183 Myrtle Drive, Lockport. 1906 sq. ft. living; 3 bd., 2 ba., 20x30 screened porch; 80x150 lot; sheetrock walls, large master bed and bath, walk-in closets in each room. Pictures and flyers in front yard at home and on Zillow.com. Call or text 985-258-9818 or email brandinicole1004@yahoo.com FMI.

Fax: 985-693-8282

www.thelafourchegazette.com

and

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

MLS 112971: Located down E. 90th St. in Galliano this 19 acre piece has 1200 ft. of frontage on E. 90th St. It is unrestricted, currently used as a hay pasture. $195,000.

MLS 113721: Old Rouse’s Shopping Center located at 516 Justin, St. in Lockport. DING vacant land included. $345,000. 17,940 sqft. plus cement parking lot and adjoining PEN

House For Rent: Fully furn., 3 br. 2 ba, executive home available for weekly or monthly rentals. Includes linens, kitchen equip., appliances, TV’s and all utilities, including internet & cable. Call 985-6914718. _________________ House For Rent: Cajun style, 2 br, 1 ba, located in Lockport area. $500/mth, $500/dep. Call 985665-9538. _________________

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated Panky Christen - Broker / Owner • owner / agent

MLS 113330: Located on Hwy. 3235 in Galliano. The east side of the property measures 448 ft. of road frontage by 1400 ft. deep. The property is fenced and all cleared. Great location! $400,000.

MLS 108857: This property is located on Hwy. 308 near the new bridge in Larose. It has 3.3 acres and over a 1,000 ft. of road frontage, plenty of room for multiple businesses. This is one of the best locations available.

Duplex For Rent: Lockport area. 2 br, 1 ba, approx. 1000 sq ft $700/mth, $600/dep. Call 985-532-6671. _________________ House For Rent in Cut Off: 3 br, 1.5 ba, good neighborhood. $950/mth, $950/dep. Call 985-691-1367, leave message. _________________ Efficiency Apt. For Rent: Unfurnished, 1 br, all utilities pd. FMI call Roger at 727-3300891. _________________ Apt. For Rent in Galliano. 1 br, 1.5 ba, furn., walk in closets, w/d, utilities included, no pets. $950/mth, $600/dep. Call 504382-9350. _________________ Camp For Rent: 2 br, 1 ba, private dock & boat launch, access to Bayou Lafourche. Asking $700/mth, $700/dep. Call 985855-0617. _________________ Apt. For Rent: Partially furn, 1 br. 1 ba, located at 102 W. 4th St., Westside Apts., Apt. #1 is available for $600/mth, and a $400/damage dep. By application only. Call 985-691-3104. _________________ House For Rent: 3 br, 1 ba, covered carport, appliances included, generator, Cut Off area. $1000/mth, $1000/dep. Call 985637-0073. _________________ Apt. For Rent: A charming apt. over looking Bayou Lafourche, 2 br, partially furn., includes w/d, totally electric, water pd, utility shed. Located off La 1 at 505 N. Bayou Dr., Golden Meadow. $650/mth, $500/security dep. Call 985-2090026. _________________

Office: 985-693-7229

DP Experience A Plus Training Available

Competitive Pay & Company Paid Health Insurance

Join our team where you are a name, not a number!

Call 985-677-0317 for application or email resume to unitedgulfservicesinc@gmail.com CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

QHSE Coordinator Full Time Position

Crosby Tugs is seeking a high energy professional who is self-motivated and reliable. This position will require the ideal candidate to be available both during working hours and after hours in the event of an emergency. Applicant must have 5 years of experience in maritime safety. Applications can be found online at

www.crosbytugs.com

or filled out in the 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

Must be able to work day & night shifts

See Store Managers To Apply

Larose: 13269 W. Main St. Lockport: 12106 Highway 1 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the following position:

Mechanic at its Fleet Operations Center in Mathews, LA

Applicants must have:

• High School diploma or GED with experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline engines

• Valid Louisiana Driver’s License • ASE Certification Preferred • Ability to pass background check

Starting Salary will be in the range of $30,000 to $40,000.

Applications can be downloaded at www.lpso.net or picked up from any LPSO office and returned to Capt. Karla Beck at the LPSO Law Enforcement Complex located at1300 Lynn St., Thibodaux or via fax to 985-449-4488. E.O.E

CLASSIFIED ADS

Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale Shoppers: Bayou Lafourche Folklife & Heritage Museum in Lockport, 6th Annual Town Wide Garage Sale on Sat. Oct. 4, starting at 7 am. _________________ Huge Garage Sale: Saving Buddies Rescue Fundraiser, 617 E. Breaux St., Lockport on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 3 & 4 from 7 am to 4 pm. Lots of everything, priced to go. Adoptable pets, bake sales & more. All proceeds go to shelter animal rescue. _________________

Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Septic Cont. has Immediate Openings for Excavator /Backhoe Operator with CDL & Non CDL Drivers. Positions are top pay w/health, dental & vision. Must submit to drug screening! Apply in person at 15344 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________ Jambon Convenience Store has an opening for a PartTime Cashier. Apply in person at 20804 Hwy 1, Golden Meadow, LA 70357. No Phone Calls. _________________

K&W Leasing, LLC is accepting applications for the following: certified forklift operators, certified riggers, yard hands. Apply in person at 160 A. Henry St., Golden Meadow, LA. 985475-4886 _________________

The Lafourche Council on Aging has 2 job openings for a Housekeeper in the Raceland/Bayou Blue area, 27 hrs. per week at $9.53/hr. Also in the Larose/Cut Off area for 20 hrs. per week at $9.53/hr. Mileage is reimbursed at $.51 per mile for both openings. Must be able to pass drug test, state police background check & clean driving record. Reliable trans. Questions call Lynette Billiot at 985-5320458. Apply at LCOA office in Raceland. Deadline to apply is Fri. Oct. 3 at 12 noon. _________________

Currently Accepting Applications For

HELP WANTED

Taking applications for Inland Captains w/towing endorsements. Call 985-6377450. _________________

Cleaning Technician Position

Experience preferred but not necessary

7&7 Work Schedule

TWIC card required

Benefits Include 401-K, Health, Dental, Life, Vision and Disability Insurance Apply in person at the Fourchon Office 106th 9th Street Golden Meadow, LA 70357 985-601-4907 E.O.E M/F/H/V

Cleaning Technician Position

Experience preferred but not necessary

7&7 Work Schedule

TWIC card required

Benefits Include 401-K, Health, Dental, Life, Vision and Disability Insurance Apply in person at the Fourchon Office 106th 9th Street Golden Meadow, LA 70357 985-601-4907 E.O.E M/F/H/V

CROSBY TUGS LLC Accepting Applications for

Inshore / Offshore Captains & Mates with Towing Endorsement Full Time Position

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & 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 pd 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. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services Now Hiring Positions. 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________ Exp. Alligator Skinners needed to work for a local company. For all int. parties please come by our office at 18076 Hwy. 3235, Galliano to fill out the application or call 985-325-4006. _________________

has job opportunities for Temproary Installation / Repair Assistants. The essential function is to assist with basic DTA installs and train the customer on system use. Apply online at www.viscom.net E.O.E ___________________

Now Accepting Applications

200 -1600 Ton Captains w/ Towing Endorsement Able Bodied Seaman

All applicants must have valid TWIC, Passport, MMC Competitive pay and benefits

RESUME AND REFERENCES CAN BE SUBMITTED BY:

Mail: SMS 106 Canal Blvd. Thibodaux, LA 70301 Email: smsadmin@ 4barges.com Fax:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;985-446-5405

Must have TWIC card

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

Apply in person at: 17771 Hwy. 3235 Galliano, LA 70354 (985) 632-7575 Equal Opportunity Employer

11878 Hwy. 308 â&#x20AC;˘ Larose, LA. 70373

RIGGERS / DOCK WORKERS Now Hiring Local

WORK LOCATION: FOURCHON

â&#x20AC;˘ 14 - 7 work schedule â&#x20AC;˘ Home every night â&#x20AC;˘ Must have good transportation â&#x20AC;˘ Must pass pre-employment and random drug screen â&#x20AC;˘ Paid vacation, excellent benefit package You may apply in the following ways: Fax: (985) 693-5903 Email: pioneer@pioneerprod.net Apply in person at the Larose office

Part Time Help Wanted at Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brewing. No phone calls please. Apply in person at 237 Hwy. 3161, Cut Off. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-798-5800. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Chabert Electrical Services, LLC looking for reliable workers. Must have transportation. Any electrical exp. a plus. Call 985-325-5235 or apply at 14791 W. Main, Cut Off, Mon.Fri. from 9 am to 2 pm. _________________ In Search of Drivers with Class A CDL (Hazmat a plus, but not necessary) for 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mini float & single axle truck. FMI call 985637-9724. _________________ Customer Service Rep. wanted for busy insurance agency, located in the South Lafourche area. Must be able to multi-task & possess adequate computer skills. Please mail resume to Help Wanted, P.O. Box 390, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ Front Desk Clerk Needed: Must be able to work 12 hr. shifts, weekends & holidays. Computer exp. necessary. Apply in person at Days Inn in Galliano, 18434 Hwy. 3235. No phone calls! _________________ Carpenters Needed for Employment in Lockport. Holland Const., LLC looking for skilled carpenters to hire immediately. Call Jason at 225955-1994. _________________

Blanchard Cont. Inc. is hiring Certified Pipe Welders, Welder Fitters, Crane Operators, Mechanic & Riggers, 401K, short/long term disability, health, dental & life ins. Pd. vacation & safety bonus. Apply in person at 15444 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________ Blanchard Cont., Inc. is hiring an exp. tug boat captain with a towing endorsement. Full benefits included. Apply in person at 15444 Hwy. 3235, Cut Off. _________________ Home Instead Senior Care is currently looking for caring & compassionate Caregivers for prn hrs. Please call 985-8680038 (no calls after 5 pm). _________________ AC Marine, Inc. currently accepting applications for Licensed Inland Captains: towing endorsement req., company pd. benefits, health, dental, life, short & long term disability, & vision insurance. Small family business. FMI call Mark Mayberry at 985-637-2482. EOE. _________________ Now Hiring Cashiers at Galliano Truck Plaza & Casino. Apply within, must be able to pass a drug screen, background check. Must be able to work all shifts. Call 985-325-4445. _________________

K-MAR SUPPLY is now accepting applications for

Full Time Office Assistant

Job duties include (but not limited to): Filing, computer data entry, balancing cash boxes, processing invoices, accounts receivables, answering multi-line phone system.

Computer experience a must. Candidate must be able to multi-task, be a fast learner and self-motivated. Great Pay!

Apply in person at 654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA (Napa, next door to truck stop)

Now Hiring

CDL DRIVER Hours open:

Mon.-Fri. (7-6)

Every Other Weekend (Sat. 7-5 & Sun. 8-3)

Apply Today!

14/7- 28/14 Rotations Benefit packages available including: â&#x20AC;˘ Health â&#x20AC;˘ Life â&#x20AC;˘ Dental â&#x20AC;˘ 401k â&#x20AC;˘ Short & Long Term Disabilty â&#x20AC;˘ Quarterly Safety Bonus

Apply in person at:

Gulf Logistics Operating, Inc.

11828 Hwy 1.- Larose, LA 70373 (985) 693-3888 (985) 693-3889 (fax) or apply online at www.glohire.com

Assistant Manager We are currently seeking an

to join our team at our Cut Off location.

Retail Sales and Banking Experience preferred. Cash handling and Customer Service experience required. Must be proficient in opening new accounts and loan applications. Please visit the Employment Opportunities of our website to learn more about this position and to apply online!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veterans or on the basis of disability.

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B & B Hardware Rental is looking for a Full time Sales Clerk. Apply within. _________________ Candlewood Suites in Galliano is now accepting applications for the following positions both full time & part time. Housekeeping maids, maintenance engineer, guest services agents & night auditors. Must have reliable transportation & be able to work flexible hrs. Apply in person at the front desk at any time at Holiday Inn Express in Galliano. No phone calls, must apply in person. _________________

SERVICES

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. _________________

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 &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;laminate floors, counter tops, showers, sheet rock, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. No job too big or too small. State licensed & insured, 20 yrs. exp. Free estimates. Call Curtis J. Orgeron, Jr., owner at 985-397-6254 or email curtisorgeron@gmail. com __________________

LA Carriers LLC is now accepting applications for

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

www.thelafourchegazette.com Dog Grooming at Pitreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________ J & Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC State Arborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License & Insured. Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Pile Driving. For Sale: Used pilings, pecky cypress, firewood, mulch, & dirt. Call 632-2540. _________________ Tim Harris Flooring Installation Services Carpet, vinyl, laminate, 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. _________________ F.U.N. Parties! To book a party call 985-633-2904. Ask how to win a free cruise. funpartiesinc.com _________________ Evans Concrete Construction House slabs, driveways, sidewalks, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Leonard Evans at 985-6772959. _________________

WE NEED

YOU!

Daily Comet

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

A former math teacher is offering math tutoring. If interested, please call Matt at 985.278.1484 for single and group rates. _________________

Concrete Work Forming, pouring & finishing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; houses, buildings, driveways, patios, walkways, etc. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr at 985-209-5552. _________________ Hate To Paint? Call us! Indoor/Outdoor painting. New or old construction. Reasonable rates. Call 985278-6936 or 985-278-7971. _________________

Now Hiring

Secretary / Receptionist

Good communication skills a must. No Saturdays. 401K, up to 3 weeks vacation, uniforms, health insurance, etc.

Accepting applications on Fridays at

Golden Motors â&#x20AC;˘ Hwy. 3235, Cut Off

No Phone Calls Please E.O.E

Inshore / Offshore Captains or Mates

A towing endorsement is required. Full time or floater. We offer competitive pay, 401K, Bonuses, Health & Life Insurance and disability. Apply online at www.lacarriers.net or in person at 16849 E. Main St. Cut Off or call us (985) 632-5858.

Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree Service: Tree cutting & trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates. Licensed. Also power wash houses and drive ways. Call 985-2580465. _________________ Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Painting Services: New construction, remodels, interior, exterior, pressure washing, shingle roofing-new & repair. Exp. Call 985-2580465 or 985-2586414. _________________ Piano Lessons: An education that lasts a lifetime. Professional teacher w/35 + yrs. exp. Tues. & Thurs openings only. Limited enrollment. Call 985-209-3478. Must have piano/keyboard for home practice. _________________

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Quality, Pride and Service! For all your wireline, snubbing, coil tubing and specialty equipment â&#x20AC;Ś contact Tarpon Rentals @

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visit www.tarponrental.com

SECURITY OFFICERS

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â&#x20AC;˘ Licensed 100 Ton Captains â&#x20AC;˘ Experienced Deckhands OFFSHORE CREWBOATSUTILITY BOATS

Drivers: Hiring Company LP Drivers. Long term business, great pay. CDL Class A, Hazmat, Tanker TWIC card, Must have 1 yr. TT exp, excel. benefits & updated equip. Apply: www.themartincompanies.com or call 1-877-661-0678. _________________ Chiropractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Part Time Office Position Available. Looking for a highly motivated, energetic individual w/a basic knowledge of physical therapy and/or rehabilitation. Approx. 20 hrs. a week. Exp. not necessary, but definitely a plus. Will train the right person. Mail resume to 320 Hwy. 3162, Cut Off, LA 70345. _________________ Tidewater Dock, Inc. has immediate openings for the following positions: 100 ton licensed captains w/towing endorsement. Health ins., 401K with company match. Must submit to physical/drug screen. Apply in person at 21549 Hwy. 1, Golden Meadow. _________________

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NOW HIRING!!!

Licensed 100 Ton Captains with DP Experience

Experienced Push Boat Captains with Towing Endorsements

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Sunday, September 28, 2014 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

NOTICES

Public Auction, Galliano & Golden Meadow Mini Storage, 219 Hwy. 3162, Cut Off. (985-3258888) on Wed. Oct. 8. Unit #127, Gerlene Ve r r e t t - f u r n i t u r e , clothes, suitcases & more; Unit #204, Shelly Morris-boxes of clothes, bedding set, stuff animals, mattress/box spring, baby dolls, towels. ________________

Using The L a f o u r c h e Gazette’s dumpster located near the East Side Food Store building across from the office is not allowed! Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Also, do not dump seafood peelings or other items into the bayou behind The Lafourche Gazette’s property, 12958 East Main, Larose. ________________

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN Never found to fail. O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me, and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succor me in this necessity; (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times) Say this prayer for three consecuritve days & then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful thanks. Mindy ______________________ PRAYER TO AVERT STORMS AND HURRICANES

Father, all the elements of nature obey Your command. Calm the storms that threaten us and turn our fear of Your power into praise of Your goodness. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen ____________________

OBITUARIES

LOUIS DANOS, SR. Louis “T-Lou, Big Moosie” J. Danos Sr., 68, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, passed away September 22, 2014. Visitation was held at SamartMothe Funeral Home in Cut Off from 5:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. on Friday, September 26, and from 8:00 a.m. till funeral time on Saturday, September 27. Funeral Service began at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral parlor with burial at Cheramie Cemetery. He is survived by his children Seaun Buras, Louis Danos Jr. Monique Demoll, Amy Abadie, and Shannon Danos and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Eric Buras and parents Gustave L. Danos and Eudicia J. Danos. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

ADOLPH ADAMS, JR. Adolph Adams Jr., 80, a native and resident of Lockport, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at 7:01 p.m. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. until service time on Friday, September 26, at St. Hilary Catholic Church. A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. at St. Hilary with burial in the church mausoleum. He is survived by his 3 sons, Keith Adams (Karen B. Adams), Kenny Adams (Berta M. Adams), and Eric Adams (Ashley M. Adams); 2 daughters, Vanessa A. Usey and Beryl A. Frazier (David Frazier); 3 sisters, Sheila Adams, Wanda Danos, and Marion Birdsall; 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Una M. Adams; parents, Adolph Adams Sr. and Jean B. Adams; brother, Murphy Adams; 3 sisters, Ethel Rome, Aline Curole, and Maude Ulrich. He was in the Air Force and was a Korean Conflict Veteran. He loved dancing, fishing, camping, and crabbing. He was a member of the camping club Cruising Cajuns. Samart-Mote funeral home is in charge of arrangements. ___________________

MEMORIALS

In Loving Memory of ALAN A. CHERAMIE

Born: 7-8-59 Died: 9-26-06 Eight years have gone by without your loving presence among us. We have cherished memories and photographs, that we hold dear to us all. We choose to remember all the good times, for life is so precious, and those moments must be treasured in all our lives. You are so missed, so cherished, so loved. Thank you for the special time our family has shared with you. May God bless and keep you in His loving arms, and may your gently smile, shine bright upon us this day we remember you. Love, Polly, Adam & Whitney Cheramie ______________

PHYLLIS FORET Phyllis Doucet Foret, 59, a native of Galliano and a resident of Lafayette, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2014. Visitation was from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Thursday, September 25, and from 8:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., Friday, September 26, at Falgout Funeral Homes in Galliano. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off, with burial in the church cemetery. She is survived by her son, Damian “Bink” Foret and wife April; daughter, Michelle F. Naquin and husband Dwayne; companion, Andy Boyke; grandchildren, Peyton, Brooke, Isabella, Paul, Troy, David; mother, Nevette Doucet; brothers, Glenn, Richard, Jr., Derek Doucet and sister, Rachel Bourg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Brian Foret; father, Richard Doucet, Sr. and brother, Patrick Doucet. Falgout Funeral Homes was in charge of the arrangements. ___________________

JOAN GUIDRY Joan Marie Guidry, 51, a native and resident of Galliano passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2014. Visitation will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Saturday, September 27, from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:0 a.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by her father, Robert “Bob” Guidry; brother, John M. Guidry. She was preceded in death by her mother, Wilma P. Guidry; sister, Carolyn Ann Guidry. Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. ___________________

Month long event focuses on mourning traditions in south La. In the early days of the 18th and 19th Century, the Creoles of Louisiana were predominantly of French, German and Spanish descent. These families, whose parents and grandparents had settled in New Orleans and the surrounding areas of south Louisiana, were all Roman Catholic. Their religion was woven deeply into the fabric of their daily lives. Morning, evening, and before meal prayers, rosaries and holy candles also made up the patterns of daily life in these homes. In the city and on the plantation, these customs were devoutly followed. In death as in life, these Catholic families of old Louisiana practiced customs and rituals that were followed for generations by their ancestors. Of course with the much shorter life expectancy of those days, family members were in mourning a considerable amount of their life. A widow would be in deep mourning for a whole year. Black garments were required at all times. Children were also required to dress the part. Holy Days were also very important and November 1st, All Saints’ Day, (“La Toussaint”), was one of the most celebrated Holy Days of the year. In honor of these important customs and traditions, St. Joseph Plantation is proud to present its Annual Mourning Tour. The tour runs from October 2nd through November 4th. The plantation home is dressed in full “deep mourning”.

Black crepe drape and wreath adorn the front doors. Pianos and organ are closed; mirrors covered, white candles and flowers accentuate the black draped coffin, which is placed in the main hall, as was the old Creole custom of home visitation. Each room of the plantation home is decorated according to these prescribed customs. Incorporated into the regular house tour, St. Joseph Plantation family members and friends explain these old customs and rituals, which are all so very important in understanding the rich history and culture of Old Creole Louisiana and should not be forgotten. An invitation is extended to all who want to learn and experience the rich history and culture that makes South Louisiana so unique, interesting and loved. The St. Joseph Plantation is located at 3535 Highway 18 in Vacherie. It is a Louisiana family owned working sugar plantation that includes original slave cabins, blacksmith’s shop and schoolhouse. For more information or to set up a tour call (225) 265-4078 or email: stjoe@ stjosephplantation.net. Visit www.stjosephplantation.com or www.facebook.com/stjosephasugarca n eplantation to learn more about the plantation and its Mourning Tour.

Surfin’ the is comprised of cute, funny and at times heartwarming stories and photos that are found circulating the internet. Oftentimes there are no known authors of the material. The Lafourche Gazette does not take credit for the writings in this column. We’re publishing it to simply put a smile on our readers’ faces. Anyone wanting to submit something for the column can email it to news@TLGnewspaper.com or drop it off at the office during business hours.

Jury Duty

A man was chosen for jury service, but he very much wanted to avoid it. He tried every excuse he could think of, but none of them worked. On the day of the trial, he decided to give it one more shot. As the trial was about to begin, he asked if he could approach the bench. “Your Honor,” he said “I must be excused from this trial because I am preju-

diced against the defendant. I took one look at the man in the blue suit with those beady eyes and that dishonest face and I thought ‘He is a crook, he’s guilty, guilty.’ So your Honor, I could not possibly stay on this jury.” The judge replied, “Get back in the jury box. You are just the kind of juror we are looking for - a good judge of character. That man is the defendant’s lawyer.”

Arrest reports

The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’ Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty. SEPTEMBER 18, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Rebecca Helena Hickox, 42. Theft of goods, simple burglary of motor vehicle, unauthorized use of access card as theft. SEPTEMBER 19, 2014 Terrance Vicks, 20. Sexual battery. Victoria Young, 18. Contempt of court. Charles Morgan, 30. Contempt of court. Tracy Eschette, 34. Unauthorized use of access card as theft, domestic abuse aggravated assault (2 cts). Dudley Primeaux, 30. Fugitive. SEPTEMBER 22, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Marvin Robertson, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court. Tyelor Jones, 17, Gray. SCDTP (felony), simple arson, illegal use of weapons. Carol Riney, 45, Thibodaux. IWC. Scott Callais, 49, Larose. Contempt of court. Robert Gravois, III, 28, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Alicia Pitre, 30, Lockport. Contempt of court. Ciara Hawkins, 27, Galliano. Contempt of court (4 cts). Britney Richard, 25, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 cts). Kassie Bella, 23, Larose. Possession of drug para., cruelty to juveniles w/force or violence William Cohn, 20, Thibodaux. Theft (felony). Jacob Chouest, 20, Larose. Cruelty to juveniles, contempt of court. Donovan Shephard, 22, Houma. Contempt of court (3 cts). Katie L. Chatagnier, 32, Houma. Contempt of court. Justin R. Sons, 24, Patterson, LA. Contempt of court. Timothy E. Massey, 41, Houma. DWI 4th offense, operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses, use of multiple bean road lighting equipment. Brandon Lee Barnes, 29, Houma. Contempt of court (3 cts). Cody Waters, 25, Houma. Contempt of court. SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Wallace Bradley, Jr., 53, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Tyler Billiot, 22, Bourg. DWI 2nd offense, flashing signals, no seatbelts,

operating vehicle with suspended license. Kim Wunstell, 26, Galliano. Violation of probation. Sheila Melson, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Sanchese Ellis, 29, Thibodaux. Resisting an officer w/force or violence (felony), battery of a police officer (felony). Kaleb Bruce, 20, Golden Meadow. Fire raised in a correctional facility (felony), taking contraband to/from penal institutions prhobitied (felony). Louisiana State Police Kenneth A. Harris, 54, Golden Meadow. DWI 1st offense, speeding, open container. Thibodaux Police Department Dawan Every, 36, Thibodaux. Contempt of court. Tyrone Daggs, 50, Thibodaux. Contempt of court, theft (felony). Shyntonia Jones, 29, Thibodaux. Fugitive. GLPC Victor Flores, 51, Larose. Speeding, suspended license, contempt of court. SEPTEMBER 24, 2014 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Morris Mitchell, 47, Houma. Violation of probation/parole. Emily Vegas, 33, Larose. Contempt of court. Tyler McQuiston, 30, Larose. Contempt of court. Tray Caramonta, 27, Gheens. Contempt of court. Brody Larrabee, 18, Thibodaux. Theft (open charge warrant). Tray Fontenot, 21, Golden Meadow. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon. Teddy Fontenot, Jr., 20, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (2 cts), aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon, illegal poss. of stolen things (open charges), illegal poss. of stolen things (felony, open charge). Michael Terrebonne, 30, Gheens. Possession or dist. of drug para, dist. of meth. (felony). Thibodaux Police Department Odelia Voclain, 48, Houma. Theft of goods. Andrea Zeringue, 41, Thibodaux. Theft of goods. Jada Keller, 27, Thibodaux. Fugitive of Terrebonne. Jessica Burke, 26, Gray. Unauthorized use of access card as theft (felony, open charge). Charlene Benoit, 43, Houma. Fugitive of Thibodaux. Eliud Rosales, 21, Montegut. 2nd degree battery (felony). Louisiana State Police Larry Drawdy, 47, Mississippi. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, careless operation.