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Study shows Louisiana has far fewer public defenders than needed
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Against a backdrop of litigation and recurring public debate over the system that provides legal assistance to the indigent, the American Bar Association W has released a study concluding that Louisiana has far fewer public defenders than it needs to effectively represent poor people caught up in the criminal justice system. The study by the ABA and the Baton Rougebased accounting and consulting firm Postlethwaite See Defenders Page 3-A
MEETINGS MONDAY, MAR. 6
TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW 7:00 p.m. Golden Meadow Town Hall
PARISHWIDE RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD 6:00 p.m. Mathews Govt. Complex LAF. PORT COMMISSION Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m. 16829 E. Main - Galliano TUESDAY, MAR. 7
LADY OF THE SEA HOSP. Advisory Board, 12-noon The Learning Center 200 W. 134th Place
LAF. REC. DIST. #3 7:00 p.m. Laf. Port Commission Bldg. 16829 E. Main - Galliano WEDNESDAY, MAR. 8 S.L. BEACHFRONT DEV. 6:00 p.m. South Lafourche Library 16241 E. Main - Galliano
AMERICAN LEGION #315 7:00 p.m. Hwy. 308 - Galliano LAF. ANIMAL SHELTER 6:00 p.m. Mathews Govt. Complex
LAF. PORT COMMISSION Board Meeting 10:30 a.m. 16829 E. Main - Galliano
Port Fourchon monument to honor those lost at sea
The beginning of Lent …
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By Bridget Mire Daily Comet Staff Writer
After she lost her 27-year-old son to the Gulf of Mexico in a diving incident, Cindie Roussel wanted a proper way to remember him. V S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT • VALENTINE •Blake LAROSE Terry, of Lockport, went C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE missing Aug. 13, 2011. His body was never recovered. “I lost Blake and I had nothing,” Roussel said. “I just couldn’t bring myself to build a tombstone or an empty tomb with a gravesite to have a memorial of him. ... I wanted something of beauty to represent the beauty of the Gulf. An anchor, I didn’t see beauty in that. Although we lost our children in the Gulf, or a brother or a husband, it’s still beautiful.” Photo by Babs So she connected with families of some lost in the April 20, 2010, DeepLocal Christians joined others throughout the world Wednesday to mark the beginning of Lent water Horizon oil spill to build a monby attending church services and having ashes spread on their foreheads. ument to be located next to Port Ash Wednesday starts a period of fasting and prayer to prepare for Easter, the day Christians Fourchon’s Emergency Command celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. The ashes are made from blessed palm branches, taken from the Center. The Greater Lafourche Port previous year’s Palm Sunday Mass. Commission donated the land, and Pictured above is Fr. Roni, Pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Larose, administering the memorial is expected to be comashes to a young parishioner. pleted in the fall. t
Former Lockport Police chief was ‘well-liked and respected’
him to get advice,” he said. “I have never known anyone that didn’t like him or had cross words for him. When you’re in the police, it’s hard to find a guy that’s that well-liked and respected. Even the people he arrested liked him,” Guidry said. Robichaux died February 21 at age 60. He worked for the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office for 11-1/2 years and as a Lockport Police officer for 28, serving as police chief from 1997 to 2004. He served in the Marine Corps from 1974-80 and Air Force from 1981 to 2002. Guidry said Robichaux was professional, sharp and to the point. He didn’t say much, but if you wanted an honest answer, you asked Robichaux. See Robichaux Page 3-A
By Bridget Mire Daily Comet Staff Writer
Perry Guidry said Gary Robichaux was not only his big brother but also his hero. The two had a close bond, and Gary Robichaux Robichaux and his friends always let Guidry hang out with them. They were altar boys together, and Robichaux was Guidry’s sponsor for Confirmation. They both joined the Marines and Air Force Reserves, and they went to Germany and Denmark together. When Guidry became Lockport Police Chief, Robichaux was his first hire. “Anytime anything went on in my life, I called
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Lafourche Veterans Affairs Office to open Tuesday
On Tuesday, March 7th, the Lafourche Parish Government Complex in Mathews will open its doors to local Veterans that need assistance. Mrs. Kelli Woods will serve as the Veterans Assistance Counselor on behalf of the State. “I’m happy to announce this new central location to better serve our Veterans. Having a local representative to talk with in person makes it so much easier to get help, especially with benefits and care,” said Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle. The office will be open every week on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. See Veterans Page 3-A
Mardi Gras done … Grand Isle style!
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While lots of small towns and communities have their own traditional way of doing Mardi Gras, the town of Grand Isle is no exception … hook up your boat, add a few flags, hop in and call it a parade.
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The island town typically holds their parade the Sunday before Mardi Gras.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS NEWS TO USE!
Monthly Pastor breakfast March 9
Pastor Morris Hunter will be hosting the monthly Pastors Breakfast on March 9, at the Hope Center, 18100 East Main St. Galliano, at 8 a.m. All local pastors are invited to attend. Please RSVP by March 6 at 985-325-4673.
Bayou Council sets Parent Education class dates
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Parent Education classes, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursdays, March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6, at 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux. Participants must attend all five sessions in order to be completed. Admission is free and presentations are open to the public. No children allowed. For more information call 985-446-0643.
Fishing tournament benefit set to support local 7-year old girl
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.
Bayou Council offering Anger Management Classes
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over), from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, March 9, 16, and 23. Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux, with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). For more information call 985-446-0643.
Green Head Club Banquet set for Mar. 11
The 2017 Green Head Club Banquet will be held on Saturday, March 11 at 6 p.m. at the Cut Off Youth Center. Public is invited to attend. Admission is $10 over the age of 18 and $50 under the age of 18. Roasted duck, white beans and seafood gumbo will be served. Numerous auction items and door prizes. Entry prize is fiberglass pirogue, shot gun and push pole. For more information call Donald Callais at 4755583.
Registration open for annual Paddle Bayou Lafourche event
Registration is now open for the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) 2017 Paddle Bayou Lafourche event. The 52-mile, four-day paddling trip down the bayou begins Thur., March 23rd, in Donaldsonville, and ends in Lockport on Sunday, March 26th. Register at www. BTNEP.org, call 985-4470868 or email Kristy Monier at Kristy@ BTNEP.org for registration instructions. Visit the website for more information.
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Letters and Opinions Would the kind people please stand up?
Overregulation is costing us jobs By U. S. Senator John Kennedy
Six years ago, President Obama signed the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act into law with the lofty goal of preventing food contamination instead of simply responding to it. The idea behind the act makes complete sense. We all want the food that our families eat to be safe. The devil, though, is always in the details, and the Food Safety Modernization Act is devilishly detailed. Grocers who are trying to stock shelves, sell groceries, manage personnel and balance their books must follow the act’s seven major rules. Each of those rules is close to 500 pages in length. That’s 3,500 pages (or twice as long as “War and Peace”). And that doesn’t even include all of the other food regulations that already were on the books. Burdens like this are why I’m cosponsoring the RED (Regulations Endanger Democracy) Tape Act of 2017 (S.56) with U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan (RAlaska). This bill would cut through the red tape and help businesses that are awash in onerous regulations. Instead of borrowing money to comply with federal rules and regulations whose costs clearly outweigh their benefits, our business owners could focus on growing their businesses and creating jobs. The legislation is pretty simple. For every new regulation that a federal agency proposes, the agency must identify two existing regulations that will be repealed. We’re banishing the clutter, and we have a financial reason for doing so. The number of regulations in the U.S. has exploded. Every year, more and more regulations are adopted. You’d think we’d get rid of regulations before adding even more, but we don’t. The federal bureaucrats just stack the new
regulations on top of the old regulations. If U.S. regulation were a country, it would be the world’s 10th largest economy. U.S. regulatory costs are bigger than the goods and services produced by the entire country of India in a year. Federal regulations impact how much money you pay for groceries, the size of your paycheck and, if you are a business owner, how much your business can expand. In short, regulations impact your pocketbook and your profits. The cost of regulation amounts to half of federal spending, and federal spending was $3.687 trillion in 2015. Yes, you read that right. Think about it this way. New regulations stack on top of the rules from the prior year. In 1993, we had 4,369 federal agency rules. In 2015, we had 94,246 federal agency rules. Again, yes, you read that right. Good government means good common sense. Americans and Louisianans need jobs. Businesswomen and businessmen can’t create those jobs, and employees’ wages can’t rise, if too much working capital is being spent on federal rule compliance instead of new plants, machinery, equipment and software. I’m convinced that’s one of the main reasons why the American economy only grew 1.9% last year. The RED Tape Act of 2017 that Senator Sullivan and I are sponsoring doesn’t eliminate all federal regulations - some are clearly needed. Our bill will, however, force bureaucrats to get rid of the stupid ones. No country has ever regulated itself into prosperity, just like no country has ever taxed itself into prosperity.
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Guest Columnist
I’m missing people. In recent years I have eulogized my wife’s father’s funeral as well as her mother’s funeral this past January. This weekend I will do the funeral service for my mother-in law-from my first marriage. My first wife died in 2002. My mother and father have passed on, along with all of my aunts and uncles, with the exception of one living aunt -Lucille. This reminds me that I hope to see her at the family reunion in May. Recently my sister’s daughter who lived beside my Kentucky home passed, after a lifelong battle with diabetes, at the age of 53. One of my dear friends died a couple of years ago from cancer and another dear friend is apparently suffering from dementia and unable to communicate much anymore. I miss laughing with these guys. I keep trying to make new friends. However it seems like my old friends are dying off quicker than I can make new friends. I miss my childhood pastor who used to brag on me and always had a good word. I missed an old paper editor who brought me into the fold and mentored my writing. Of course they are both dead now. I miss my high school basketball coach who was a star player himself. He was so gifted at cussing us out at halftime and telling us everything we had done with the basketball except actually playing with it. He also knew how to extend a compliment, encourage and point out the good that he saw in others and me. I miss that guy. When I go to my old home church the people I
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see now are a handful of people who are about my age. There is the exception of Mug and Ilene. They seemed like old people when I was a kid and the last time I was in church on a Wednesday night they were there in attendance. Ilene used to pick me up for church and Mug did some nice things for me as well. I hope I see them for a long, long time. And then there is Miss Southard. I was her pastor fifteen years ago. My wife and I go to see her ever couple of months. She is filled with vigor and personality. At the age of 95 she still drives, gardens and greets at church. She is independent and has lived in her home for the last fifty or so years. She is filled with gladness and kindness. She never misses a beat to embrace us. Love us and say good things to us both. We were driving from Baltimore, Maryland to Charleston, West Virginia recently and we were somewhat amazed by our drive. One guy made a point of pulling in front of us and slamming on his brakes. I guess we hadn’t been driving fast enough in the fast lane for him but 76 mph was more than we should have been going. Another guy was coming up the exit ramp and I couldn’t pull over to give him all the room he wanted so he just started honking and giving me the finger. This reminded me of my five mile stretch of highway that I drive a lot in Indiana where I get the finger a couple of times a week from our kind motorists in our beloved Hoosier state. Sadly kindness is just not in vogue today it seems and I don’t like it. See Mollette Page 3-A
Robichaux From 1-A
“He wasn’t the type of guy that would sugar-coat something,” Guidry said. “If he had to tell you something, he would just tell you.” Darlene Robichaux said she and her husband worked well as a team. “When he came home from the military, he said, ‘You know my least worry was you because you’re strong,’” she recalled. “I said, ‘My strength is you.’ He was my everything.” She said what happened in the military or at the police station stayed there, as her husband never took his job home. “People would call me on the phone and say, ‘What’s happening at suchand-such?’ I’d say, ‘I have no idea,’” she said. “He didn’t like the gossip part of it. We never had a police scanner in my home. He said that wasn’t for me to worry about, that was for him to worry about. And I was grateful for that.” She said Robichaux treated their daughter like a queen. They gardened together and, each Halloween, carved pumpkins. The family enjoyed camping at Grand Isle and Jellystone Park, and they’d even take their RV to Disney World. Fort Wilderness was one of Gary Robichaux’s favorite places to stay, and he also loved roller coasters. “When he laughed, he laughed from deep inside,” she said. “He had a really dry sense of humor, but he had that smile that you can’t forget. He didn’t smile much because that wasn’t who he was. He loved a good movie, though. ‘Smokey and the Bandit’ was his favorite,” Darlene said.
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She said they watched the film a few weeks ago, and he laughed at all the same parts. Warren Vedros worked for Robichaux and succeeded him as police chief. He said the two were childhood friends and used to camp out in their backyards. “He backed me 100 percent and always was the guy to say, ‘Good job,’” Vedros said. “He used to go out of his way to help people. ... It was his belief in me that got me where I am today. I’m grateful for him.” Vedros said Robichaux was a great man who loved his country and community. “Do your job, and do it professionally” is what Vedros said Robichaux taught him. “Nothing could happen to you as long as you did it professionally. People are always going to find something to complain about ... but, he said, the most important thing is be professional and do what’s right.” — Staff Writer Bridget Mire can be reached at 448-7639 or bridget.mire@dailycomet.com. Follow her on Twitter @bridget_mire.
Monument From 1-A
A 5K and crawfish cookoff is set for March 11 to raise money for the Our Lady of the Gulf monument. For more informabtmemorial tion, visit foundation.com. The mermaid, designed by Robert Epstein, will be ascending from the water, bathed in air bubbles and sunlight, and her cloak will include diving fins, an oil rig and sea life. She will have a bronze finish and stand about 15 to 16 feet tall between her height and a platform, which will include information on the monument’s history, sponsors and those it honors. Roussel said her son was outgoing and fun-loving with a huge heart. He always wanted to be part of something bigger than himself, and he quit college for a while to help Gulf Coast residents rebuild after Hurricane Katrina. “He lived here on earth as though he was on vacation and was riding through,” Roussel said. “Blake loved the water, and he loved the Gulf. He always said this was God’s country and he said, ‘Why would anyone want to go
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anywhere else?’” Roussel said four lost diver missions have been conducted through the Blake Terry Memorial Foundation and two resulted in recoveries. Diana Evans, who lost her 22-year-old brother, Shane Roshto, of Liberty, Miss., to the 2010 spill could not be reached for comment for this story. Arleen Weise lost her 24-year-old son, Adam Weise, of Yorktown, Texas. She said he was a hard worker but also had a great sense of humor and loved to play jokes on people. “At the golf course, they’d hide in the bushes and blow the air horn when people would get up,” she said with a chuckle. “One of them chased them.” Weise said the monument will serve as a “living memory” of her son and others lost at sea. Missy Jones lost her 28-year-old son, Gordon Jones, of Baton Rouge. She will be going to Denver with Roussel next month to see the work in progress. Jones said there were crosses on Grand Isle after the oil spill and a tree at LSU was dedicated to her son, who attended the university. The monument, however, will be a more permanent memorial, she said. “You don’t have a body, and it’s just that closure that you aren’t able to experience with burying someone,” she said. “It’ll give us a place to be able to go to and remember. This will be a really concrete thing and be a beautiful tribute to those who have died. ... Losing a child, to me, is the worst kind of grief you can go through. Every day of your life, you feel that loss and you’ve got to choose to move forward.” Jones said her son worked as a mud engineer for what is now Schlumberger and wanted to learn the business so he could move into sales. He was a fun-loving, easygoing guy who made friends with everyone and loved LSU and golfing, she said. Chris Moran of Moran’s Marina helped with the planning of the memorial. He said he knew Terry and Roshto. Terry was a happy, charismatic man, and Roshto was “a great little country kid,” Moran said. The memorial represents the impact all the victims had on people’s lives, he said. “(Roussel) was an unbelievable mother to Blake and to all of us who knew him,” Moran said. “She’s worked so hard to make sure that Blake’s memory will never be forgotten, and I’m really proud of her. She’s an angel on this earth.” Port Director Chett Chaisson said he didn’t know the victims personally but hopes the monument gives their families closure and a place to remember them. Roussel believes fate brought her and the other families together. “As a mother, you never want to be in this position of losing a child,” she said. “But you are able to be with other mothers who experienced this loss, and you’ve all come out of this and survived it and you have a story to tell. The paths that you cross are meant for you to cross. They’re not by accident. They’re all part of a plan. We all have a purpose, and sometimes going through something like this you find your purpose.” — Staff Writer Bridget Mire can be reached at 4487639 or bridget.mire@dailycomet.com. Follow her on Twitter @bridget_mire.
Defenders From 1-A
& Netterville says the state needs 1,769 full-time public defenders; it has the equivalent of about 360. The study was done on behalf of the Louisiana Public Defender Board. The ABA says it was funded by the nonprofit Laura and John Arnold Foundation. It concludes that the state public defense system currently has the capacity to handle 21 percent of the workload required to provide effective counsel. Postlethwaite & Netterville conducted three rounds of surveys of criminal defense attorneys — private and public. They were asked questions about how much time an attorney should spend on different types of criminal cases to provide effective counsel. The result was a workload analysis listing 10 types of criminal cases and the number of hours that should be put in per case. For example, a city or parish misdemeanor would require nearly eight hours. A high-level felony that could draw a life sentence would require more than 200. The firm estimated that there are 147,220 cases annually requiring nearly 3.7 million work hours per year. That would require 1,769 full time attorneys putting in 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year. As of last Oct. 31, the Louisiana public defense system employed the equivalent of 363 when full- and part-time work
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was analyzed. The needs of the indigent defense system and the means of funding it have been a subject of debate in courts and legislative sessions for years. Earlier this month, the Southern Poverty Law Center, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and two law firms sued the governor on behalf of 13 criminal defendants, saying say the public defender system denies effective representation to the poor. They are seeking class-action status to cover all the indigent defendants charged in noncapital crimes in Louisiana. Kristen Clarke, who heads the Lawyers’ Committee, said as many as 20,000 defendants could be affected. That suit was filed in state court. Earlier this year, a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit asking for a court-ordered remedy for problems in the Orleans Public Defenders office. The judge said the Legislature is “failing miserably” at upholding its obligation to provide defendants with competent lawyers, but said the federal court can’t become the local courts’ “overseer.”
Veterans From 1-A
The Veterans Assistance Counselor is trained to help Veterans and their families apply for the benefits they have earned. Anyone with questions regarding LDVA services and resources can visit the State’s new comprehensive website at www.vetaffairs. la.gov.
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Mollette From 2-A
I still can’t believe that elected political people did not have the decency and human kindness to stand up for the widow of slain Navy Seal Carryn Owens at President Trump’s address to Congress on February 28. Regardless of your politics and however you view Trump’s reasoning there should be respect for the slain Navy Seal, Ryan Owens, his widow Carryn Owens and all those who serve and have served. A lot of leadership people today are teaching us how to act and live. More and more it’s all about trash talk, rude comments and crude behavior toward others. If we want kids across America to show some respect to each other and demonstrate kindness to others then it must be jumpstarted anew and afresh by the big people who are seen and heard throughout our country. I miss a lot of people from days of old who have passed on. I am especially missing those who knew and understood kindness and how to treat others. So is most of America. I know there are millions of kind people still in America. They just need to stand up.
Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist and author of eleven books. He is read in all fifty states. Visit www.glennmollette.com Contact him at GMollette@aol.com. Like his facebook page at www.facebook.com/glennmollette
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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. _________________ Brick House For Rent: 4 bedroom in Cut Off. $900/ month; $900/deposit. 6917078. _________________ Home For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Ceramic tile flooring and countertops. Utilities paid. $1100 /month and $1100/ deposit. 131 West 191st St. in Galliano. No pets. No smoking. 985-637-7273. _________________ House to rent in Galliano area: Good for 1 to 2 people, $500/mo. and $200/dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985859-3655. _________________ For Rents: House, 111 West 6th; 4 bedrooms; 1.5 bath; A/C and heat; central; 1 year; $850/month; Trailer, 283 East 71st St.; 2 bedrooms; 1 yard; bath; big $550/month; Apartment, 704 West 8th St; 1 bedroom; 1 bath; $500/month. Call Scott at (985) 2911146 or (985) 6964785. _________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath; newly remodeled; central air/ heat; washer/ dryer hookup; $850/month with $500 security deposit. 985258-5926. _________________ Apt For Rent: 1 bedroom; Lockport area; $300/deposit; $650 /rent. We pay electric and water. Access to free washer and dryer. 985-232-8409. _________________
Trailer For Rent: 3 bedroom in Cut Off. $600/month and $600/deposit. No pets. Unfurnished. No smoking. 985-6961611. _________________
MERCHANDISE
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. _________________ Moveable Barn For Sale: 16’W x 24’L x 13’H with loft and floor. $8,000 obo considered. Call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ 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. _________________
LOOKING TO BUY
We Buy Gold, Silver and Diamonds. Bayouside Flea Market, 14567 Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985677-1061 or Tom at 985-227-2470. _________________
BOATS
50 ft. steel hull shrimp boat for sale with aluminum double rigs. V8-71 power and 271 Detroit generator. Asking $75,000 OBO. 985-991-8321. _________________
CAMPERS
Camper For Sale: 2006 Jayco Talon toy hauler; 28 ft; sleeps 6 comfortable with private queen bedroom; private queen loft; sofa sleeper; and dinette; self contained with 5k generator and fueling station; set up for 1 motorcycle but easily converted to carry 2 motorcycles; great condition; $10,000. Call Johnny at 985-637-0652. _________________
MLS 121017: This newly renovated 2BR, 2ba. cottage boasts 1,885 total sqft of space and sits on an 80’ x 221’ lot. It includes a two-car carport and a storage shed, has central A/C and heat, a window unit and an attic fan. It’s priced to sell at $129,800! Call Addy Legendre for a showing!
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HELP WANTED
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 is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791 after 9am on Monday. _________________ Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-262-4084. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Help Wanted. Clerical/ sales person to work in insurance, sales and service. Having or obtaining insurance licenses will be required. Submit resume to PO Box 390, Larose, LA 70373. _________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL driver and dependable operator/ roustabout. Must have own transportation, pass drug screening and hard worker. Call Frank at 985-665-1220 FMI. _________________ 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. _________________
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Grand Isle Shipyard is currently accepting applications for local, experienced Pneumatic Bulk Hauling Drivers with Class A CDL License. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening. Apply online at www.GISY.com We offer competitive pay and a complete benefits package to all our employees. EOE. _________________ Grand Isle Shipyard is currently accepting applications for local, experienced Dump Truck Drivers with Class A or Class B CDL License. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening. Apply online at www.GISY.com We offer competitive pay and a complete benefits package to all our employees. EOE. _________________ The Lafourche Council on Aging, Nutrition Dept. has an opening for a Home Meal Deliver in the Mathews area. This person would deliver hot meals to elderly home bound clients. Person must be reliable, with reliable transportation. Must be able to pass a drivers license check, pre-employment drug test and criminal background check. No restrictions on lifting (applicant must be able to list 25 lbs or more) Pay rate is $9.91 an hour. Mileage is reimbursed at .51 cents a mile. Deadline to apply is 3/13/17 at 12 noon. Apply at the Lafourche Council on Aging Office, 4876 Hwy 1, Mathews, LA (located in the old Walmart building). For more information call Angie Pertuit at (985) 532-0457. _________________ Help Wanted: Looking for part time and full time maintenance help. Carpentry experience is a plus. Duties include; repairs on rental units (plumbing, carpentry, sheet rock, etc.). Using a shovel, cleaning, helping in store. We are looking for someone w/energy & enjoys staying busy. Pay & hours depends on ability. 40-60 hour work week for qualified persons. Call Tommy at 985-6374133 if you believe you are what we are looking for and/or capable of some or all of the above. Must have transportation and cell phone. _________________ Se busca hombre responsable para trabajar en Galliano. Que no fume que tenga transportacion. Llame para mas info. 985-637-4133 _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________
SERVICES
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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. _________________ 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. _________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985-258-7645. _________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, plumbing, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________ 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 _________________ Off The Bone Processing Smoked sausage, jerky, burritos, tamales, and 15 types of sausage. Vacuum packing. 10% off first month. 985-291-1579. _________________ 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. _________________ Curry’s Tree Service Tree cutting and trimming, any size, reasonable rates, free estimates, licensed. Call 985-258-0465. _________________ Opening Wednesday for the Lenten season and throughout the year! Bayou Bites, near Pop’s Seafood. 985-278-9477 or 985-325-4006. 18076 Hwy. 3235 in Galliano (near Airgas, 3 miles south of Wal-Mart). Live and Boiled Crawfish & Shrimp! _________________ 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. _________________ Double J Roofing Specialize in re-roofs, 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 and financing available. Office: 985-722-3129, Cell: 985-870-6911.
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OBITUARIES
ANGELA JACKSON
Angela Jackson, 49, a native of Lafayette, Indiana and resident of Galliano, Louisiana passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017. Private services were held on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at the First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow. She is survived by her sons Jeffery Culley, Chase Adams and Carl Dupre; Daughters Amanda Culley, Alexis Culley, Tralin Culley and Tracy Bourg; Brothers Scott Sheilder and Mark Sheilder; Godson Jericho Helmer and ten grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Jackson, Jr.; parents Thomas Sheilder and Marleen Speer Sheilder; and grandsons Landon Culley and Conner Culley. _______________________________
MARY ANN ESPONGE
Mary Ann Hartman Esponge, 71, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Lockport, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2017. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cut Off. A Mass of Christian Burial wascelebrated at 12 p.m. on Friday with burial followed in the church cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Venice J. Esponge; daughter, Vinette Plaisance (Jeff); son, Cyrus Esponge (Wendy); brother, Rodney Hartman (Marilyn); sister-in-law, Emma Hartman; grandchildren, Jordy, Dustin and Tyler Plaisance; Jade Breaux (Caleb), Cameron (Fallon), Sydney and Myah Esponge; step-grandchildren, Jordan and Justin Doucet and great grandchildren, Ava and Olivia Breaux. She was preceded in death by her son, Jason Esponge; parents, Fortuna and Duciana Terrebonne Hartman; brother, Ulysse Hartman and grandson, Bryce Esponge. Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. _____________________________
LISA REBSTOCK
Lisa Ann Kern Rebstock, 52, a native of Cut Off and a resident of Lockport, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017. Family and friends were invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 12 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Thursday and burial followed in the church cemetery. Lisa is survived by her daughter, Kristy Rebstock; parents, Raymond and Irene Kern; sisters, Jessica Kern and Cynthia Olds (Jean); brothers, Gary Kern (Nelwyn) and Kevin Kern (Bonnie); companion, Mike Adams; and grandchildren, Kobe and Ally Arceneaux. She was preceded in death by her son, Jake Rebstock and niece, Claire Olds. Falgout Funeral Homes in is charge of arrangements. ____________________________
HOMER DARDAR
Homer “Toot” Dardar, Jr., 89, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Montegut passed away on Monday, February 27, 2017. Visitation was held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Friday, March 3 from 9 a.m. until funeral time. Funeral Services were held at the funeral home at 1 p.m. with burial followed in Serigny Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Bernice Crosby Dardar; sons, Theodore “Teddy” Dardar, Jr., Mitchell Dardar, Daniel Dardar; daughters, Desther Chilek, Guirley Ann Johnson, Catherine Martel, Della Naquin; step-sons, Dave Dardar, Jachin Dardar, Paul Dardar; step-daughters, Dale Isbelle, Rebecca Caro, Debra Gorr; brothers, Summergill “Champ” Dardar, Raymond Dardar; sister, Arthenisa “Te-Taunt” Dardar; 30 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; 4 great great-grandchildren; 27 step-grandchildren; 52 step- great-grandchildren; and 5 step-greatgreat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Thelma Jane Dardar; parents, Homer, Sr. and Valentine Dardar; son, Leroy Dardar; daughter, Marion Lee; brothers, Antoine Dardar, Miguel Dardar; sisters, Antionette Dardar, Guirley Dardar. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. _____________________________
CLASSIFIED ADS OBITUARIES
LLOYD FALGOUT
Lloyd Joseph “L.J.” Falgout, Jr., age 64, was called home to our Lord on February 28, 2017 on the Feast of the Holy Face of Jesus. Surrounded by his loving wife, children and other family members, L.J. met his Blessed Father and Savior. A native of Larose, Louisiana, L.J. was born at St. Anne Hospital in Raceland and graduated from South Lafourche High School in 1970. L.J.’s love of the people of South Louisiana is known across the Gulf South and especially in the maritime industry. L.J. was employed by United Tugs, Inc. for more than 40 years where Mitch Eymard was like a brother to him. A devout Catholic, L.J.’s late parents, Lloyd Joseph Falgout, Sr. and Madeline Matherne Falgout, with his Aunt Earline, raised him in the Church. L.J. carried his devotion of the sacraments and love of daily mass throughout his life. L.J. said the Most Holy Rosary each day, often three times, reflecting on its mysteries and the Blessed Mother. He also enjoyed holy retreats at Manresa with his late father-in-law Edward Gerrets and dear friends. A longtime resident of Gretna, the Gerrets and Steel families opened their arms and homes to L.J. four decades ago. L.J. gave back to his adopted community, coaching little league in Jefferson Parish at Oakdale Playground, volunteering for his children’s and grandchildren’s schools and charitable causes for children and seniors. L.J. is survived by his adoring wife of 44 years, Rhonda Gerrets Falgout; and loving children, Lloyd Joseph “L.J.” Falgout, III (Allison), Edward “Eddie” Falgout, Amy Falgout (Greg); precious grandchildren, Ashleigh Banks, Christian Banks, Madison Falgout, Rylan Falgout, Britton Falgout, Skyler Jones, Zachary Murphy and Baby Murphy. L.J. is also survived by sister, Deborah Falgout Meyeur; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, colleagues and other family members, all who counted L.J. in their blessings. L.J. was buried on his late father’s birthday. Relatives and friends were invited to attend a Visitation on Friday, March 3, 2017 from 5 until 8 p.m. at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA. Visitation continued on Saturday, March 4, 2017 beginning at 9 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial followed at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 701 Burmaster Street (Corner Franklin Street), Gretna, LA. Internment Westlawn Memorial Park in Gretna. In lieu of flowers, donations to Archbishop Shaw High School Student Scholarship Fund in L.J.’s name would be deeply appreciated by the family. Archbishop Shaw High School Student Scholarship Fund 1000 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com. ______________________
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RUFUS BOURG
Rufus “Bud” J. Bourg, 81, a native and resident of Lockport passed away on February 24, 2017. Visitation will be held at Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. until service time. Funeral Services will begin at 1 p.m. in the funeral parlor with burial following in Holy Savior Cemetery. Mr. Rufus is survived by his wife of 8 years, Reda B. Bourg; daughters Karen B. Price (David) and Judy B. Falgout; grandchildren, Tanner Dufrene Sr. (Stacey), Crystal Bellanger (Tony), Jacob Breaux, Ashley Foret (Ben), and Reola Lanegrasse (Kourtney); great-grandchildren Alexis, Brayden, Tanner Jr., Kayla, Jacoby, and Kara; great great-grandchild Rhett; brothers, Joseph Theodore Brunet III ( Kathleen), Burt J. Brunet (Mary), and Gerald P. Brunet (Linda); sisters, Evelyn B. LeBouef, and Ruby Ann B. Pirtle (Claude); and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Bourg was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Bergeron Bourg; parents, Joseph Theodore Brunet II and Ruby B. Brunet; brothers, Barry J. Brunet, Carroll Brunet, and Daniel Brunet; sisters, Yvonne B. Pitre and Sheryl Lee B. Nelton; step brother, Edward Brunet; and step sister, Joyce B. Price. Falgout Funeral Home of Raceland entrusted with arrangements. ______________________ PRAYER FOR BAD ECONOMY
Merciful God, We ask that you give our leaders the wisdom to guide our nation and the world out of the current economic crisis. Help us to protect the poor and all those who are struggling during this difficult time. Provide for their needs and give them hope. Open new opportunities for them and furnish the resources they need to live with dignity. Encourage those who have enough to share essential resources with those who lack the necessities of life, and to do so with humble, grateful and loving hearts. We ask this through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A positive reaction to a stressful situation can only work in your favor, Aries. When others buckle under the pressure, you are able to deliver. Higher-ups will recognize this. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, even if you believe that your life is floating out of control, you have the ability to rein things in whenever you desire. Ask for help if you need it. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Although you may want to incorporate others’ plans into your weekly goals, this might be the time to focus solely on your own needs. Once you are set, you can assist others. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, there is no room in your life right now for lazy thinking. All of your focus must be directed at the tasks at hand because someone is relying entirely on you. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 No one can force you to share your deepest emotions if you’re not ready to do so, Leo. Wait until the time is right to bare any secrets. You may have romantic surprises.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, resist the temptation to give into impulses, analyzing and giving careful thought to your ideas instead. You have an entire week to work things out. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Don’t allow a power struggle to disturb the harmony at home or at the office, Libra. Unless you can be level-headed and see all sides of the situation, keep mum. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Continue to be diligent in your pursuit of knowledge. The more you learn, the more fulfilled you will be. Consider going back to school to satisfy your thirst for knowledge. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Speaking about fantasies as if they are real can be enjoyable, but do not start believing the tales are true. You may need a good dose of reality this week. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Relationship issues with a friend, spouse or even family member come to the forefront this week, Capricorn. Try to remain cool and level-headed throughout.
One arrested, two sought in Golden Meadow vehicle burglary
Editor’s note: The two alleged suspects were still being sought as of press time Friday morning. Police may have made an arrest by the time the weekend edition of the Lafourche Gazette is printed and delivered.
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre and Golden Meadow Chief of Police Reggie Pitre announced one person has been arrested and two are being sought in connection with a vehicle burglary in Golden Meadow which also led to fraudulent credit card charges. Brent Terrebonne, (age 46), of Golden Meadow, was arrested Wednesday after admitting to his involvement. Meanwhile, detectives have obtained a warrant for the arrest of Geoffrey Galliano, 31, of Larose, and are seeking information on a third suspect known only as “Omri.” On Monday, February 27, Golden Meadow Police officers were dispatched to a residence on Rue Pouche Vide in reference to a vehicle burglary. Officers learned a woman’s purse had been stolen out of the vehicle and ten fraudulent charges had already been made using her credit card in the South Lafourche area. Since all ten charges were outside of the Town of Golden Meadow, Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives were called in to assist with the case. Through an investigation, detectives developed Brent Terrebonne as a suspect in the case. On Wednesday, when detectives made contact with Terrebonne, he admitted to his involvement in the burglary and to making fraud-
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.
FEBRUARY 26, 2017 Thibodaux Police Department Decraig Young, 26, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; no drivers license; headlights required; resisting an officer; violation of probation/ parole; contempt of court; aggravated flight from an officer; possession of firearm/ carry concealed weapon by convicted felon. FEBRUARY 27, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Victor Bimah, 21, Thibodaux. Battery of a police officer; enter/ remain after being forbidden. Britlynn Chiasson, 19, Larose. Contempt of court. William Foster, 42, Bourg. Contempt of court (3 cts). Esther Skidmore, 30, Cut Off. Fugitive. Francisco Perez, 39, Thibodaux. Careless operation; operating a vehicle while intoxicated; violation of stop sign; driver must be licensed. Kaylum Thompkins, 17, Raceland. Disturbing the peace; simple criminal damage to property (2 cts); simple assault. Grand Isle Police Department Robert Lee Thompson, 63, Grand Isle. Disturbing the peace. Lockport Police Department Rodney Dufrene, 30, Lockport. Resisting an officer; possession of marijuana (2nd); possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia. FEBRUARY 28, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Kevin Chiasson, 46, Gretna. Contempt of court. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you will be recognized for your efforts behind the scenes even if you are not in the spotlight. It’s enough to get credit, especially if it can propel your career further. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, useful ideas come your way after a chat with colleagues or friends. Pool this inspiration together for a plan.
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u l e n t c h a rg e s using the credit card. Terrebonne was arrested and Brent charged with Terrebonne ten counts of Unauthorized Use of an Access Card as Theft, as well as Simple Burglary of a Motor Jeffrey Vehicle. He Galliano was transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center where he currently remains in lieu of $20,000 bond. Through the course of the investigation, detectives also developed Geoffrey Galliano as a suspect in the burglary and obtained a warrant for his arrest. Additionally, detectives learned through investigation that a third male subject, known only as “Omri,” was also involved in the burglary and fraudulent use of the credit card. Detectives are seeking information on Galliano’s whereabouts and any information identifying the suspect known as “Omri.” Anyone with any information on this case is asked to submit the information to Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800743-7433 or online at www.crimestoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.
Jonathan King, 36, Thibodaux. Simple criminal damage to property; contempt of court; simple battery. Louisiana State Police Kevin Chiasson, 46, Gretna. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; operating vehicle while intoxicated; switched plates. Golden Meadow Police Department Jessica Billiot, 30, Cut Off. Disturbing the peace. Lockport Police Department Jessie Lemaire, 33, Cut Off. Enter/ remain after being forbidden; violation of protective orders. Grand Isle Police Department Jose Luis Escobar, 35, Kenner. Speeding; no drivers license. Julie Bradberry, 70, Grand Isle. Disturbing the peace.
Sunday, March 5, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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Bond reaches $545,000 for driver suspected in parade crash
Unregistered boat stop leads to sex trafficking suspect
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a man in an unregistered boat turned out to be wanted on a sex charge. Spokesman Adam Einck says enforcement agents arrested 26-yearold Jean Luc Williams of New Orleans on a charge of trafficking children for sex. Einck says the agents were on patrol Sunday in St. Bernard Parish when they saw a man fishing. They checked for compliance with boating regulations. They found that Williams had not registered the boat or completed a required boating education course. Einck says a background check turned up the warrant sworn out in October in Orleans Parish. It was not immediately clear whether Williams has an attorney who could comment. ___
Kenner man accused of swindling casino out of $1.5K
KENNER, La. (AP) — An employee at Treasure Chest Casino in Kenner has been arrested after authorities say he was involved in a swindling scam. NOLA.com/The TimesPicayune reports 49-yearold Anthony Thompson was arrested Monday on charges of theft, cheating and swindling and criminal conspiracy. According to a Jefferson Parish arrest report, a casino surveillance supervisor contacted Louisiana State Police on Monday and said Thompson, a craps dealer, was seen on video stealing about $1,500 in casino chips with two casino patrons over a seven day period. The supervisor said Thompson gave chips to the two patrons without wagering for the chips “on several occasions.” It’s unclear if Thompson has an attorney. Information from: The T i m e s - P i c a y u n e , http://www.nola.com
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The 25-year-old suspect in an accident that injured more than two dozen people watching a Saturday night Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans now faces 26 total counts with bond set at $545,000. Online records show Neilson Rizzuto of Paradis remained in the New Orleans jail Wednesday night. Rizzuto was arrested after a pickup truck plowed into a crowd watching the annual Endymion parade. He first faced four counts and a $125,000 bond. More counts and a higher bond were set Tuesday. Police have said a breath test showed a blood alcohol level nearly triple the level considered legal proof of intoxication. ___
Elvis Presley’s Graceland opens a new $45 million complex
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Nearly four decades after Elvis sang his last tune, his legacy got a $45 million boost with the Thursday opening of a major new attraction at his Graceland estate — an entertainment complex that Priscilla Presley says gives “the full gamut” of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Resembling an outdoor mall, the 200,000-squarefoot campus sits across the street from Graceland, Presley’s longtime hometurned-museum. The complex features a comprehensive Presley exhibit with clothing he wore on stage and guitars he played; a showcase of the cars he owned and used; a soundstage; a theater; two restaurants and retail stores. It’s part of a $140 million expansion, which also includes a $90 million, 450-room hotel that opened last year. The complex replaces the aging buildings that have housed Presley-related exhibits for years. An old, gray, stripmall style visitor center will be torn down to make room for a greenspace along Elvis Presley Boulevard, the street that runs in front of the house. The opening comes just before the 40th anniversary of Presley’s death on Aug. 16, 1977, at age 42.
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Sunday, March 5, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Lent is a time to reflect on how much God loves us the way we are
When we make resolutions, it’s easier to keep them if we are doing them with others. Lent is a time when we as a church family, resolve to rid ourselves of anything that is not of Christ, and to become more Christlike. In other words, to be the best person God wants us to be. The ashes that we receive on Ash Wednesday is like a pledge card. We pledge to rid ourselves of any hate and evil within us. The ashes do not do anything of themselves. We bless them because our conversion is a holy enterprise. If we are sincere, then we have to be willing to change our lives so God can work with and through us. That might take more than giving up chocolate or alcohol. Years ago, Lent was a time to give up something – candy, movies, alcohol, dancing. It was a time to go to Church more often. We gave up something because we really needed to slim down anyway, to stop drinking, to save money. True, many things we did were good, but did they change us? Did they have a lasting effect beyond Lent? Did they make us better Christians, better men and women? The prophet Joel calls us “to change our heart, not our garment.” Lent is a time of conversion. It’s a time to reflect on how much God loves us the way we are. Our God is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, and full of kindness. We take time to remember that we are made in the image of God. We are called to project, or reflect, the presence of God in our lives. Spiritual writer Henri Nouwen makes a distinction between unconditional love and unconditional approval. He says, “We often confuse unconditional love with unconditional approval. God loves us without conditions but does not approve of every human behavior. God doesn’t approve of betrayal, violence, hatred, suspicion, and all other expressions of evil, because they all contradict the love God wants to instill in the human heart. “Evil is the absence of God’s love. Evil does not belong to God. God’s unconditional love means that God continues to love us even when we say, think or do evil things. God continues to wait for us as a loving parent waits for the return of a lost child. God never stops loving us even when what we do saddens God. That truth will help us to return to God’s ever-present love.” Lent is a time to get in touch with our dark side. We know the power of sin, how it keeps us from being the persons God wants us to be. Despite our sins, God continues to love us hoping that we will change our lives. Evangelist Billy Graham talks about a total conversion: “True conversion will involve the mind, the affection, and the will. There have been thousands of people who have been intellectually converted to Christ … but they have never been really converted to him.” Lent is a great opportunity to change, to grow. Lent is a good time to forgive that person who hurt us, to share with a homeless person, to mend rela-
The boy and girl named as Living Apostles for the month of January are 3rd grader Talan Tran, son of Quang and Linh Tran, and 5th grader Janie Pierce, daughter of Craig and Vanessa Pierce. Each Living Apostle is given a crucifix cross to wear throughout the school year as a visual symbol of their dedication to Jesus Christ. These students’ values of respect, charity, responsibility, love and kindness are reflected within their lives. Additionally, HRCS Living Apostles are role models for their peers at HRCS.
tionships. Lent is the right moment to take time for someone we love (or we do not love), to open our hearts to God. We need to be self-giving, not just giving up things. Love is the solution to sin in our world. Sometimes we go through the motions and forget why we are doing our Lenten observances. Lent should move us to see God’s love again, to find a new passion for life, to deepen our prayer life. Lent invites us to pray, to fast, to give alms, to renew our relationship with God, self, neighbor and the world. I hope you have an exceptional Lent.
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ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Charis Church
314 East 74th St. - Cut Off
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Pastor Audie Crochet (504) 952-6603
South Lafourche Assembly of God 17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m. Guest Speaker Dr. Mark Duplantis Pastor Roger Hunt
First Assembly of God of Raceland 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 Service 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.
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
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. Reverend Henry Sebastian, Pastor
Our Lady of the Isle
195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle
Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday thru Thursday, 8 a.m. Winter Schedule: Sun. 10 a.m. (Nov. - Feb.) Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor
Our Lady of the Rosary
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433
187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow
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
First Baptist Church of Grand Isle
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. Fr. Gregory Fratt
BAPTIST
First Baptist Church
Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m. Pastor Matthew W. Chouest, Sr. www.fbcgoldenmeadow.com
129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com
First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258
New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose
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
First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin
Greater New Fountain Baptist Church 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport
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.
Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine
Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m. Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor
South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off
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. Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com
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. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Nursing Home Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. P.J. Madden 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.
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Larose Church of Christ 13379 East Main - Larose
Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Thursday Midweek: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-632-0810)
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. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.
Gulf Coast Baptist Church 18242 W. Main - Galliano
Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988
Bethel Baptist Church
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
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
18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano
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 Bayouside, Mathews
Sunday Morning Service: 11:30 a.m.
Full Gospel Temple #2
Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 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 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 Discipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com
Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Services 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.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 (504) 532-2992
Jeremiah J. St. Pierre Independent Agent 904 N. Alex Plaisance Blvd. Hwy. 3235, Golden Meadow, LA Ph: 985-475-7766 / 985-258-0189 Fax: 985-475-7766
Recreational Vehicles • Motorcycles • Boats • Jet Skies • 4-Wheelers
Victory Life Church
Crosby Boat Co., Inc.
Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual
GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS
1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport
Services: Sun. 10:00 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
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.
PRESBYTERIAN
Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor
JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
632-7575
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B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
UNITED METHODIST
Golden Meadow United Methodist Church
18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor
Memorial United Methodist
201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews
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
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
Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188
Falgout Funeral Homes, Inc. Caring You Can Count On! Four locations to better serve the Bayou Region! 3838 Hwy. 1, Raceland • 537-5261 600 Church St., Lockport • 532-2317 Hwy. 1, Galliano • 632-6112 211 Westside Blvd., Houma • 876-5442
Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 6:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Bethel Christian Ministries
FULL GOSPEL
Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1)
Christian Fellowship Church
Lighthouse Worship Center
195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews
Crosspoint Church
AUTO • FLOOD • HEALTH • HOME • LIFE
Lighthouse Christian Fellowship
Mathews Full Gospel Temple
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852
If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of the Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 693-7229.
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.
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Church 6:30 p.m. Pastor Jim Duck, Church: 632-4119
Trinity Baptist Church
The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Pope Pius X, No. 1883, visited The Broadway residents to treat them to bouille and cake. CDA members who attended were Virginia Pitre, Recording Secretary; Catherine Richardelle, member; Jackie Thibodaux, Secretary; Irma Cheramie, Vice Regent, pictured with member and resident Mrs. Eunice Aucoin.
115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 985-787-3453
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
The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche
18190 West Main St., Galliano
LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA 70373
THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957
Insurance Agents
• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276
Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com
House of Prayer
15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off (Across from Golden Motors
Bible-based Sermons Saturdays 3 p.m. - Wednesdays 7 p.m. 985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)
LUTHERAN
Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma
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985.693.0123
Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
SPANISH
Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints
Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose
East 57th St.
Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org
Security
Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine • Residential
(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. Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865 or Joelle Gerken (from Larose) at 693-3222.
MORMON
Internet
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
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