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Port Commission, Fourchon turning 60 this year From Port reports

Man leaves drugs, gun in designer bags at store

GALLIANO, La. (AP) — Louisiana authorities are perplexed over why a man left apparent designer bags holding drugs, a gun, cash and a digital scale in a convenience store.

The man went into the store early Thursday and put the Louis Vuitton and Gucci bags on a chair, according to a news release.

“The employee said he offered her $100 to ‘keep his bag,’” Lt. Brennan Matherne, spokesman for Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre, said in an interview. “I don’t know if his intention was for her to hold onto the bag until he came back or what.”

CUT OFF, LA - Unquestionably the biggest success story in the history of Lafourche Parish can be found at a place called Port Fourchon.

So, how did Port Fourchon emerge from a speck of land in southern Lafourche to hosting a valued tenant base that services nearly 100% of all Deepwater offshore energy activity in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico? Through grit and determination

by Louisiana State Senator A.O. Rappelet, and a multitude of dedicated commissioners.

In 1960, Rappelet helped pass legislation to create the Greater Lafourche Port Commission (GLPC), which in turn established the area now known as modern-day Port Fourchon.

A VISION FOR THE FUTURE Rappelet, unlike many of his counterparts, saw the potential of putting a port at the mouth of Bayou Lafourche to lure the banana trade from New Orleans to Lafourche Parish.

At first, the plan was simple: bring the

banana trade to south Lafourche and let everything else build up around it.

While Rappelet missed the boat on bananas both literally and figuratively, his keen insights regarding Fourchon’s location eventually helped the infant port become a “Port of the Future” by building infrastructure and clearing channels to support a burgeoning oil and gas industry.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT IS KEY Although Rappelet played the most prominent role in establishing the GLPC, future development of any port costs money.

As has become customary from a selfreliant culture that also taxed itself to build the same highly-durable protective levees seen today in southern Lafourche, residents of the 10th Ward voted to approve a property tax in 1961 to fund development at Port Fourchon.

These tax dollars paved the way for the donation of property along Bayou Lafourche in Fourchon to the commission in 1963. The Caillouet Family, Louisiana Land & Exploration (now Conoco Philips),

Louisiana Governor Jimmy Davis signs Act 222 of the 1960 Legislative Session, creating the Greater Lafourche Port Commission. Witnessing are Rep. Wollen Falgout, Sen. A.O. Rappelet, and Rep. Dudley Bernard.

the Constantine Family, and the Wisner Land Trust have partnered with GLPC over the years to help make up the footprint of land that it currently owns or manages.

By 1965, the Clamshell Fourchon Road was constructed and readied for traffic.

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Ethics board to decide if state rep can lead parish department

By Halle Parker Daily Comet Staff Writer

A new state representative may receive a green light from the state ethics board to work fulltime as head in Reggie Bagala Lafourche Parish Government while serving in the Legislature.

After winning his seat in the state House, Reggie Bagala reached out to the Louisiana Board of Ethics in October for a legal opinion regarding whether he could resume his fulltime job with the Lafourche Parish Council or accept a department head position within Parish Government.

The letter doesn’t specify what department he may lead under the new administration.

Bagala will represent District 54

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Galliano man killed in Friday morning crash

Shortly before 11:30 Friday morning, Troopers with Troop C responded to a two-vehicle fatality crash on LA 3235 at West 134th Street. The crash took the life of 69-year-old Oliver Danos.

The preliminary investigation revealed Danos was traveling west on West 134th in a 2003 Mercury Sable. As he reached LA 3235 and entered the intersection, a 2016 Toyota Tacoma See Crash Page 5-A

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Arrests.........................8-A Calendar of Events.....2-A

Classifieds...................6-A Obituaries.............6-A/7-A

Worship Directory........5-A

Toddler LSU fan, Jax Cordona, from Bethesda, admired Ms. CoCo Orgeron’s front yard art in Larose while visiting his mom’s hometown during the holidays.

At only 21 months, Jax, a lifelong LSU fan, clearly says “LSU”.

Jax is the son of Jorge and Ann Cordona and is the grandson of Tommy and Suzanne Robichaux of Larose.

The #1 ranked LSU Tigers will face Clemson in the national championship game Monday night in New Orleans. Kick-off is set for 7 p.m.

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With births down, U.S. had slowest growth rate in a century

By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The past year’s population growth rate in the United States was the slowest in a century due to declining births, increasing deaths and the slowdown of international migration, according to figures released last week by the U.S. Census Bureau.

The U.S. grew from 2018 to 2019 by almost a half percent, or about 1.5 million people, with the population standing at 328 million this year, according to population estimates.

That’s the slowest growth rate in the U.S. since 1917 to 1918, when the nation was involved in World War I, said William

Frey, a senior fellow at The Brookings Institution.

For the first time in decades, natural increase — the number of births minus the number of deaths — was less than 1 million in the U.S. due to an aging population of Baby Boomers, whose oldest members entered their 70s within the past several years. As the large Boomer population continues to age, this trend is going to continue.

“Some of these things are locked into place. With the aging of the population, as the Baby Boomers move into their 70s and 80s, there are going to be higher numbers of deaths,” Frey said. “That means proportionately fewer women of child bearing age, so even if they have

children, it’s still going to be less.”

Four states had a natural decrease, where deaths outnumbered births: West Virginia, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.

For the first time this decade, Puerto Rico had a population increase. The island, battered by economic stagnation and Hurricane Maria in the past several years, increased by 340 people between 2018 and 2019, with people moving to the island offsetting natural decrease.

International migration to the U.S. decreased to 595,000 people from 2018 to 2019, dropping from as many as 1 million international migrants in 2016, according to the population estimates.

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Calendar of Events News to Use! St.Vincent de Paul Thrift Store having storewide sale

St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Store will have a fill-a-bag storewide sale starting now through January 10th.

Store hours are Monday and Thursday from 10-2; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8-12.

Store location is 102 East 2nd St. in Larose.

Parking is available in the Holy Rosary Church parking lot.

MEETINGS WED., JANUARY 8

PORT COMMISSION 10:30 a.m.

16829 E. Main - Galliano

AMERICAN LEGION Post 315 7:00 p.m.

210 Legion Ave. - Galliano LAF. PARISH PLANNING COMMISSION 5:30 p.m.

S.L. Library - Galliano THURSDAY, JAN. 9 G.M. ROTARY CLUB 7:00 p.m.

Old Parish Library, LA 1 Golden Meadow

SATURDAY, JAN. 11

LES ARTISTES du BAYOU 9 a.m.

Larose Civic Center MONDAY, JAN. 13

S.L. LEVEE DISTRICT 3:00 p.m.

17904 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano S.L. QUILTERS 6:00 p.m.

Larose Civic Center

TUESDAY, JAN. 14 LAFOURCHE LODGE 7:30 p.m.

6542 W. Main - Cut Off

LAF. PARISH COUNCIL 5:00 p.m.

4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews

Lockport Seniors encouraged to join Senior Center

The V.H. Boudreaux Senior Citizens Center in Lockport is looking for seniors who would like to join in for birthday parties, cards, pokeno, exercise or lunch.

Please call or stop by the center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch is served daily for seniors 60 and over. Meals must be ordered the day before by calling 5325930.

The center is now going to Silver Slipper Casino once a month.

For more information please call the center at 532-5930. __________________

Cancer survivor’s group to meet

Angels of Encouragement, a survivor’s group that brings awareness and support to those touched by cancer, meets every third Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. at the Learning Center behind Lady of the Sea Hospital in Galliano.

The group is open to anyone touched by cancer. _________________

Planning Commission presentation opportunity for community feedback

The Lafourche Parish Planning Commission will hold a public meeting Wednesday, January 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the South Lafourche Library to summarize plans and projects of the Lafourche Parish Comprehensive Resiliency Plan adopted by the Lafourche Parish Council in 2014.

This presentation is an opportunity for residents and citizens to voice their opinions and give feedback on the project moving forward.

Current project plans and agenda can be found at www.lafourchegov.org

The trial of Trump and Jesus

By Dr. Glenn Mollette Guest Columnist

Everything Jesus said and did was twisted by the religious elite of his day to bring charges against him. Charges that amounted to nothing, but they pushed the charges until he was brought to trial where he was found guilty of nothing.

The mean, wicked, sadly religious people who hated Jesus were willing to say and twist anything to eliminate him and so they did they thought. When they were given the option to say what they wanted to happen to Jesus they yelled crucify him and they did by beating and whipping Jesus like no human being had ever been beaten. He was then nailed to a cross where they watched him die horrifically.

Never has any man been hated so much and treated so inhumanly as Jesus. It all began with the hatred that the religious leaders had for Jesus. Next, came the accusations by the mob, twisting his words, totally misinterpreting what he said and making mountains out of molehills.

They killed Jesus but he came back to life like never before. He defeated the grave, giving the world the good news that we celebrate and live by every day.

For hundreds of years religious groups in the Middle East have fought with each other and given religion a bad name. I don’t think it’s flattering to be accused of being religious since the meanest people in the world are religious.

Just read and watch the television to see who is doing all the fighting in the Middle East and usually done in the name of religion.

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Some of these people are barbaric in how they have treated prisoners and villages they have annihilated. The epitome of evil was on full display during the arrest, trail and crucifixion of Jesus with the religious people leading the way.

President Trump is not Jesus nor am I comparing him personally to the divinity of Jesus. No human can be compared to Jesus. However, the media and Democrats are using the same playbook used by first century thugs against Jesus.

The “trumped” up charges by the Democrats, the pure hate that Democrats spew at him and the way that everything that Trump says or anything he does is spun by NBC, CNN and House Democrats like he, in some way, has committed blasphemy, is kind of like how Jesus was accused, tried and crucified. I don’t see that Trump is going to be crucified but Democrats want him found guilty and removed from office for certain. We will stay tuned to future jargon and jockeying by the House, Senate and of course the President.

Anyhow, may we all have a peaceful and happy New Year. Hopefully we can all survive and overcome what they do to us in Washington.

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The Town of Lockport recently proclaimed November 9 as CLHS Trojan Lancer Band day. Mr. Willie Martin, Band Director, and Mr. Brennan Callegan, Drum Major, were present at the December town meeting to accept the proclamation from Mayor Ed Reinhardt and Town Council members.

The Town of Lockport wanted to dedicate a special day for the band after they won Grand Champions in the 2019 Louisiana Showcase Marching Bands State Championship. Congratulations to the band and best wishes for continued success.

Special Education District No. 1 recently recognized Mr. Anthony Trahan for his attendance of fifteen years at The Center. Pictured are Mr. Trahan and Executive Director Torie Lee.

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DREDGING CHANNELS, ELECTED BODY, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS SPUR GROWTH Making Belle Pass have 12-feet of depth and electing what is still the state’s only elected commission in 1971 started the port down the path of becoming a legitimate economic asset to Lafourche Parish.

During a span of eight years stretching from 1971 to 1979, Capital Improvement projects began thanks to bond proceeds.

With this, a crucial environmental impact study was funded, and the GLPCs first Executive Director, Ted Falgout, was hired.

While all of these were positive developments, building up infrastructure and making an area attractive to businesses is only the beginning of establishing

a true port of commerce.

You still need someone to take that first leap of faith.

Enter the port’s first major tenant, Martin Fuel, in 1979.

Next up, the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (LOOP) begins its operations in 1981, two years before the oil bust of 1983.

Now many would think the oil bust would have destroyed any chances Port Fourchon had at becoming anything significant, but they’d be wrong.

Thanks to the oil bust and the industry’s need to consolidate, the centralized location of Port Fourchon dipping in to the gulf as the southernmost city accessible by road in south Louisiana was the thing that gave the port its ultimate footing.

After developing the 400-acre E-Slip in 1984, businesses, primarily Edison Chouest Offshore, flocked to the port to become tenants.

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grants and investments made as a result of tax dollars tagged to Port Fourchon saw the port grow as lease revenues started to climb into the millions of dollars.

DEEPWATER ROYALTY RELIEF ACT CHANGES EVERYTHING Passed in 1995, this singular piece of legislation established the necessary incentives for the drilling industry to go all in on exploratory activities in the Gulf of Mexico.

By 1998, the E-Slip project was completely leased 15 years ahead of schedule.

This exceptional growth led to further construction and the purchase of the South Lafourche Airport by the commission in 2001.

Total budgets continued to climb during this same time period and revenues eclipsed the $10-million mark by 2004 with nearly 250 companies operating from and/or utilizing Port Fourchon by 2005.

All these developments led to the construction of a new elevated highway that opened in 2009, one year before the port’s second Executive Director, Chett Chiasson, was hired.

DISRUPTION COMES IN THE FORM OF DISASTER ON 2 FRONTS Between the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill incident of 2010 and the price of oil and gas bottoming out in 2014, the GLPC saw some dark days.

As a service provider to deepwater offshore energy interests in the Gulf of Mexico, the temporary drilling ban that resulted from the oil spill incident, and then the resulting drop in oil and

gas prices four years later, a negative tenor regarding future prosperity at the port was certainly a concern.

However, thanks to steadfast guidance and lowering rental rates for existing tenants to entice them to stay the course, Chiasson and the GLPC Board of Commissioners were able to steer Port Fourchon in a direction where growth continued despite the odds seemingly being stacked against them.

STRONGER NOW THAN EVER; POISED FOR THE FUTURE With 75,000 linear feet of bulkhead now encompassing the footprint of Port Fourchon and lease revenues exceeding $29 million in 2019, its easy to see why the GLPC has the reputation of being the main economic engine for Lafourche Parish.

As the Port forges forward into its 60th year, the diligent efforts of the commissioners and its staff seek to keep contributing to the economic needs of Lafourche Parish through forward-thinking measures set on creating more jobs and prosperity for the Bayou region.

Currently, the GLPC is positioned well to capitalize on numerous opportunities moving forward.

For starters, work continues to progress towards getting the necessary approvals to eventually dredge to 50feet in Belle Pass. That water depth will allow for the future development of Fourchon Island that will one-day become the home to a Deepwater rig, repair, and refurbishment facility which will certainly spur on further

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investments in the Port and Parish.

Of further importance, a future LNG project continues to inch closer to becoming a reality.

A recent productive meeting with Energy World officials has reaffirmed the company’s initial commitment that will see them investing nearly $900 million in Port Fourchon and Lafourche Parish.

Additionally, work continues on the designbid-build model for the construction of an Airport Corridor and Bridge project that the GLPC received a $16.4 million federal BUILD grant for at the end of 2018. This $35 million project has grant, capital outlay, port and Lafourche Parish Government funds attached to it.

Also being planned is the eventual construction of new bridge in Port Fourchon to replace the one that was removed in 2018.

When combined with last year’s announcement from the state that they would invest $150 million to complete the elevated portion of LA 1 down to Port Fourchon, which includes having LA DOTD submit for a federal INFRA Grant for another $150 million, the future for the port cer-

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tainly looks brighter than ever.

The public and private investments mentioned above amount to about $1.7 billion coming into the 10th Ward of Lafourche Parish in the coming years.

GLPC’s founding forefathers certainly set the Port down a path to be successful and the current Commissioners keep it moving towards continued prosperity. And, it must be stated that without our loyal tenant base, none of this would be possible.

In the next several years, you will see largescale investments being made by the Port and other partners to not only move the parish forward, but to provide more in the way of mitigation to help protect the entire region as well as sites to enjoy recreational pursuits such as kayaking and fishing.

To this end, the GLPC is embracing its future while remembering its past.

Part of embracing that future is the launch of new logo, which will debut later this year.

This new iconic logo is certain to become identifiable with the port that is responsible for a significant portion of the nation’s total energy supply.

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What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

A 90-year-old author gives us 50 positive attitudes toward positive living

As we approach a new year and a new decade, instead of making “New Year’s Resolutions” that might not last that long, it might be more helpful to come up with new attitudes toward life. The following article was written

by Regina Brett, a 90 years-old writer for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, in Cleveland, Ohio.

“To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most requested column I’ve ever written. My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the orginal column again plus five.

“1) Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good. 2) When in doubt, just take the next small step. 3) Life is too short–enjoy it. 4) Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick.

Your friends and family will. 5) Pay off your credit cards every month. 6) You don’t have to win every argument. Be true to yourself. Agree to disagree.

7) Cry with someone. It’s more healing than crying alone.

“8) It’s okay to get angry with God. The Almighty can take it. 9) Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck. 10) When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile. 11) Make peace with your past so it won’t screw up the present. 12) It’s okay

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

So. 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.

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow 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.fbcgm@viscom.net

First Baptist Church of Grand Isle

to let your children see you cry.

“13) Don’t compare your life with others.

You have no idea what their journey is all about. 14) If a relationship has to be a secret, you should not be in it.

15) Everything can change in the blink of an eye, but don’t worry, God never blinks. 16) Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

“17) Get rid of anything that is not useful.

Clutter weighs you down in many ways. 18) Whatever doesn’t kill you, really does make you stronger. 19) It is never too late to be happy but it’s all up to you and no one else. 20) When it comes to going after what you love in life, don’t take ‘no’ for an answer.

“21) Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don’t save it for a special occasion.

Today is special. 22) Over prepare, then go with the flow. 23) Be eccentric now. Don’t wait for old age to wear purple. 24) The most important sex organ is the brain. 25) No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

“26) Frame every socalled disaster with these words ‘In five years, will this matter?’

27) Always choose life.

28) Forgive everyone everything. 29) What other people think of you is none of your business. 30) Time heals almost everything.

Give time time. 31) However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

32) Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

“33) Believe in miracles. 34) Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. 35) God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or did not

Trinity Baptist Church

195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Mitch Rousse, Pastor - 985-258-6543 www.trinitymathews.com

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

14409 East Main, Cut Off

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Midweek: 6:30 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-628-2214)

St. Mathews Missionary Baptist 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.

129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Gulf Coast Baptist Church Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

1606 S. Bayou Drive - Golden Meadow 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 Ivy Wilson, 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 Toby Brogden

Greater New Fountain Baptist 233 E. 12th St. - 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 7:30 a.m.

Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:30 a.m.

Rev. Ronnie Williams, Sr.

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

South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Cut Off

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Church: 632-4119

do. 36) Growing old beats the alternative of dying young. 37) Your children get only one childhood.

Make it memorable! 38) All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

“39) Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere. 40) If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else’s, we would grab ours back.

41) Envy is a waste of time. You already have everything you need. 42) The best is yet to come.

43) No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up. 44) If you don’t ask, you don’t get.

“45) Yield. 46) Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful. 47) Life is too short for long pity parties. Get busy living, or get busy dying. 48) Read the Psalms. They cover every human emotion.

49) Don’t audit life.

Show up and make the most of it now.

“50) Life isn’t tied with a bow, but it’s still a gift.”

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Immigration restrictions by the Trump administration combined with a perception that the U.S. has fewer economic opportunities than it did before the recession a decade ago contributed to the decline, Frey said.

“Immigration is a wildcard in that it is something we can do something about,” Frey said. “Immigrants tend to be younger and have children, and they can make a population younger.”

Ten states had population declines in the past year. They included New York, which lost almost 77,000 people; Illinois, which lost almost

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 195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle

Saturday Vigil Mass 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 a.m.

Fr. Joseph “Joe” Chacko, I.M.S.

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, 7:30 a.m.

Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Duc Bui, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off

Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

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

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 (Gheens) 333 Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland

Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday Mass 5:15 p.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

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., 5:15 p.m.

Friday Mass 7:00 a.m.

Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryht.org

Board

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in the House, which includes much of south and central Lafourche from below Raceland to Port Fourchon. He is set to replace Jerry Gisclair, who couldn’t run again for the House seat due to term limits.

Bagala took a leave of absence without pay from his job as the council’s internal auditor to avoid conflict of interest while running for state office, he said in a letter to the board written the day after the election.

He had worked for the Council as an auditor since February of 2017.

The 11-member Board of Ethics is mainly responsible for issuing advisory opinions interpreting the code when requested, investigating alleged violations and offering ethics training for officials and public employees.

In its Dec. 20 meeting, the Board discussed Bagala’s request, the

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facts he presented and drafted a proposed advisory opinion suggesting that Louisiana’s Code of G o v e r n m e n t a l Ethics wouldn’t prohibit him from working in either position while in office.

“The Board recommends that you contact the Office of the Attorney General as to the application of any dualoffice holding provisions,” stated the draft opinion. The document hasn’t been finalized and is subject to change pending further board discussion.

That draft will come before the board again in the next few weeks for further discussion and possible adoption.

— Daily Comet Staff Writer Halle Parker can be reached at hparker@houmatoday.com or 857-2204. Follow her on Twitter, @_thehalparker.

Cajun Pecan House Bakery, Gifts & Flowers 14808 W. Main • Cut Off • 632-2337 Open Monday - Friday 6:30am to 4pm

Select Christmas and Everyday items- 75% off

Coach O Candles are in!

King Cakes starting January 6!

New refrigerator case with cakes and cheesecake by the slice on hand Specializing in Holidays, Funerals & Other Events!

Pastries • Pies • Cakes • Candies • Petit Fours

WORSHIP DIRECTORY

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 Service 9:30 a.m.

Bible Class 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Class 6:00 p.m.

FULL GOSPEL

Lighthouse Worship Center 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

Full Gospel Temple #2

Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow

Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.

Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Open Door Revival Center Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988

CATHOLIC

51,000 residents; West Virginia, which lost more than 12,000 people; Louisiana, which lost almost 11,000 residents; and Connecticut, which lost 6,200 people.

Mississippi, Hawaii, New Jersey, Alaska and Vermont each lost less than 5,000 residents.

Regionally, the South saw the greatest population growth from 2018 to 2019, increasing 0.8% due to natural increase and people moving from others parts of the country.

The Northeast had a population decrease for the first time this decade, declining 0.1% due primarily to people moving away.

Last week’s population estimates also offer a preview of which states may gain or lose congressional seats from next year’s apportionment process using figures from the 2020 Census. The process divvies up the 435 U.S. House seats among the 50 states based on population.

Several forecasts predict California, the nation’s most populous state with 39.5 million residents, losing a seat for the first time. Texas, the nation’s second most-populous state with 28.9 million residents, is expected to gain as many as three seats, the most of any state.

According to Frey’s projections last week, Florida stands to gain two seats, while Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Carolina and Oregon each stand to gain a seat. Besides, California, other states that will likely lose a seat are Alabama, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and West Virginia. ___

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Thursday Night Service 7 p.m.

Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise

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 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.

Sunday Spanish Service 3:00 p.m.

Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.

Community Fellowship

901 Barataria Street - Lockport

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992

Victory Life Church

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

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.

Follow Mike Schneider on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ MikeSchneiderAP

Christian Fellowship Church

B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats ~ Martin Quarters ~ (985) 632-2727

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

Hope Church

349 Central Lafourche Dr. - Raceland

Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine Residential

Sunday Worship 2 p.m.

985-209-8428 - hopechurchlafourche.com Thomas Hines, Lead Pastor

PRESBYTERIAN

Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS

632-7575

Crosby Boat Co., Inc.

Gheens Presbyterian Church

Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!

Sunday Services 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

108 East 90th Street - Galliano

UNITED METHODIST

LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA

Golden Meadow United Methodist Church

GIS

18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Chris Thomas, Pastor

GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS

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.

Ladies Prayer: Tuesdays, 11 a.m., All Welcome Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Ronnie Melancon

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

504-915-5019

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

The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 9334 Hwy. 308 - Lockport

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

Friday Night Sermon: 6:30 p.m.

Free meal to all attending Friday nights Bible Study Thursdays: 6:30 p.m.

985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)

LUTHERAN

We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil.

The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!

Voice

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.

Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865

MORMON

Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.

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

Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m.

Sabado 9:30 a.m.

Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde Pastor Raul Rivero - &757) 894-5873

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

COMMUNICATIONS MMUNICATION CATIONS viscom.net

985.693.0123 985.693.0123

Voice Video Video Internet Internet Security Security

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

CLASSIFIED ADS

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

HOMES

House For Sale: Three bedroom, two bath brick home.

Whole house generator, fireplace, two carport and shed. Located in Golden Meadow.

Asking $70,000. Call 985-6911955 or 985-691-3301 FMI. _________________________

BUSINESSES

Warehouse/office for rent: 2000 sq. ft. warehouse with office located on HWY 308 near East 63rd St. in Cut Off. Bayou side is available if needed. Price is negotiable depending on how/what used for. Please call 985-691-3104. _________________________

LAND

Mississippi Hunting Land For Sale: 40 acres “One square block”. Easy access from gravel road, nice fish pond, lots of deer and turkey. Clean power line with box stand. Many extra options, pictures available. Large lease option with purchase. Call for price Bryan 985-696-5550. _________________________

FOR RENT

Beautiful Mobile Home For Rent…A MUST SEE! 149 East 150th St., Galliano. Three bedroom, two bath, large yard with mature trees. Newly remodeled, paved driveway, new kitche appliances and new A/C and heater. Hardwood floors and well kept. Call Gerrard for more information 985-637-8399. _________________________ Are you here from out of town and need a nice, clean, comfortable and affordable place? Then don’t look any further!

If you are single, family, worker, company, fisherman, or anyone else looking for short-term or long-term housing, we have what you need.

All of our places are furnished with a full kitchen. We also have camper lots and a new fish cleaning station with a full bath. A fully stocked store in walking distance. The nicest laundry mat around. Pets are allowed. Come be another one our satisfied customers. Call Tommy at 985-637-4133.

For Rent: two bedroom, one bath trailer, partially furnished, Larose area. $600/month, $600 damage/ security deposit. Call (985-632-6549 or cell (985) 688-5036. Leave and clear message and number to call.

No texting. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick home; built in carport and garage; fenced in yard; quiet neighborhood; Cut off by La. 1; Call 985-691-1367, leave voicemail only. No texting. $950/month and $950/deposit. _________________________ Apt. For Rent: recently remodeled; unfurnished; 2 bedrooms, 1 bath; large living room and kitchen; washer and dryer hookups; refrigerator and stove included; water paid; No pets, no smoking; $600 rent per month, $600 security deposit.

Located in Cut Off. Call 985696-0229. _________________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom. $800/deposit and $1200/month, utilities not included. 985-2780773. _________________________

FREE RENT! Ask us about our move in special. Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath Apartment for Rent in Cut Off: $800/month with a $750 deposit for an unfurnished apartment. washer/dryer included. Pets welcomed. Call Billat 985-3255626. Go to coteblancheapartments.com to see pictures.

Furnished units available with long term lease.

House For Rent or Sale: 207 Second Street in Lockport.

Rent, $695/month and $695/deposit. Sale, $90,000. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 sheds on property, all fenced in. Call 985226-3773. _________________________ Trailer For Rent: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, icebox, stove. $800/month and $800/deposit.

Located in Cut Off. 985-6652548. _________________________ Trailer for Rent: Three bedroom, living room, big kitchen.

213 East 22nd St., Larose. Call 693-4104 or 691-6312. _________________________ Apartment For Rent: One bedroom for single or couple only. $440/month $400/deposit. No pets. No washer/dryer connections. Located at 207 East 54th St., Cut Off. Call 632-3060 or 677-4703. _________________________ For Rent: Unfurnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Located at 210 McCloud Road, Lockport, La. Rent $575. Damage/utility deposit $1100. Phone 985-5322541 ext 17. _________________________ Trailer For Rent: Three bedrooms, 2 baths. $800/month and $800/deposit. Call 985-2581487. _________________________ For Rent: Two bedroom, one bath apartment on Hwy 3235 in Golden Meadow offering appliances, washer and dryer. Water is included. $600/month $600/deposit. Six month lease required then month to month.

FMI call 985-798-7433 or 985637-6258 _________________________

CAMPER

Camper For Sale: $62,000.

2015 Ford Forester RV; V10 gasoline; lots of storage; 7600 miles; 31’ long; 2 slide outs; sleeps 8; on board generator; FMI 985-696-6133 or 985-6651495. _________________________

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale: Thursday, January 9th located 314 East 74th St., from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Jewelry, Sheets (K, Q, D, T), curtains, towels, comforters, pillows, dolls, angels, chickens, new shoes, socks, underwear, bras, baby, kitchen, small appliances, décor, cleaning stuff, heater, chest, clothes, pans, wedding, fabrics, computer, frames, school, castiron, Meyer lemons, etc . _________________________ Leeville Launch Garage Sale: Clothing (Adults and children), decorations, décor, some furniture, too much to mention, Knickknacks, some cats up for adoption. Proceeds go towards feeding and vetting abandoned cats from Larose to Leeville. Located 114 West 120th St., Cut Off . Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 8:00-4:00. No early birds please. _________________________

Commercial Properttyy For Lease

COMMERCIAL OFFICE E// R ET TA AIL SPACE FOR LEASE

1,100 square foot commercial office/retail space available for lease in dynamic strip center located at 14046 West Main Street, Suite B, Larose.

Please call 985-798-7925 for more information.

Dirt for Sale

985 258-3418

WANT TO BUY

I pay top dollar for used cars.

Will pick up free of charge. Call 985-637-3536 FMI. _________________________

HELP WANTED

Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions.

Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose.

Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ SBL Construction is hiring a CDL Drivers, Routabouts, Dozer Operators. Must be able to pass drug screen/ physical, be reliable and have own transportation to work. FMI call 985-665-1220. _________________________ 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 _________________________ Triple Sons Farm Transport is accepting applications for experienced CDL 18 wheeler driver.

Offering paid vacation, health ins., 401K. Must submit to drug screen. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off, LA. _________________________ Dufrene Building Materials is accepting applications for experienced Chauffeur Class D License Driver for the Cut Off location. Offering paid vacation, health insurance, 401k. Apply at 14502 West Main, Cut Off. _________________________ Truck Drivers – Full-Time: Tank Specialties is seeking full-time Truck drivers. Excellent starting pay: CDL X endorsement, vacuum, winch, and roll off experience preferred, Have at least 3 years of verifiable driving experience, 1 year recent tank experience.

We offer Health, Dental, 401k plan, and paid vacation and holidays. Full time schedule (operating hours negotiable).

Please call 985-693-6266 and complete an application at: Tank Specialties, 13097 Hwy, 308, Larose, LA 70373.

Superior Shipyard is looking for a tool room/warehouse person. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Candidate must be a self starter and self motivated and be able to work in a fast pace inviroment. Shipyard experience preferred but not required. Please send resume to jcheramie@superiorshipyard.co m or apply in person at 20987 Hwy 1 in Golden Meadow. No phone calls please. _________________________ K-Mar Supply, Fourchon Location, is now accepting applications for ALL POSITIONS, full time. Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and selfmotivated. Apply in person at 654 A. O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon, LA 70357, NAPA, next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH. Must have a valid drivers license. Must meet TWIC card requirements. Transportation available (to & from work) from our Cut Off location. _________________________ B & B Hardware is looking for a full time sales clerk. Apply within at 13222 West Main Street in Larose. _________________________ K-Mar Supply Fourchon location is now accepting applications for Office Assistant/Secretary Full time.

Candidate must be a fast learner, can multi-task and be self motivated. Apply in person @654 A.O. Rappelet Road, Fourchon. NAPA, next door to Kajun Truck Stop. No phone calls please. MUST SPEAK ENGLISH. Must have a valid driver license. Must meet TWIC Card requirements. Transportation available (to & from work) from our Cut Off location. _________________________

CENTRAL GULF TOWING Is now taking applications for

Experienced E i d Deckhands

Storage Sizes: 6x15 8x15 10x10 10x25

12058 HWY 1 ∞ Larose, LA www.laroseministorage.com

With Inland and Offshore Experience Apply In Person 14561 West Main • Cut Off or Call 985-632-4400

Medicaid Services Coordinator Special Education District No. 1 “The Center” is seeking an individual to fill the above referenced position. The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a human services field and must be QIDP qualified. Prior experience working with people with developmental disabilities and Medicaid Waiver Programs preferred.

Salary commensurate with experience. Interested persons should submit a resume and letter of interest to P.O. Box 405, Cut Off, LA 70345. Resumes accepted until January 10, 2020. _________________________

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OBITUARIES

YULINE BERTHELOT

Yuline “T-Mom” LeBlanc Berthelot, 97, a native of Breaux Bridge and a resident of Galliano, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019.

Visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Galliano, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Allen (Barbara) Berthelot, Shirley (Mervin Jr.) Ledet, Eddie (Rose) Berthelot and Roland (Diane) Berthelot; sister, Elizabeth LeBlanc; 12 grandchildren; and many great and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Antoine Alcee Berthelot; parents, Jacque and Artimese LeBlanc; sister, Francis Broussard; and 1 grandchild.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. __________________

EDWINA SAVOIE

Edwina D. Savoie, 94, a native and resident of Larose, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2019. Visitation was held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, in Larose, on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 from 10 a.m. until service time. A Mass of Christian burial was held at 11 a.m. with burial followed in the church cemetery.

Edwina is survived by her son, Karl Savoie (Stacey); daughter, Gail Danos; 8 grandchildren, Carla, Dwan, Kal, Ramey, Logan, Angela, Sarah, Rebecca; 9 greatgrandchildren; brothers, Clarence and Wilbert Danos; sister, Clarabelle; and son-inlaw, Kirk St. Pierre.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Savoie; parents, Louis and Ora Danos; daughter, Pamela St. Pierre; granddaughter, Amaris; and sister, Emelda.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. _________________

BENJAMIN HODGE

Benjamin J. “Benton” Hodge, 77, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Cut Off passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019.

Visitation was held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off on Friday, January 3rd from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and resumed on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until funeral time. Funeral Services was held at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home with burial followed in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Davis (SaSha) Hodge; granddaughter, Sadi Robichaux; sisters, Sorita H. Johnson and Jane H. Rousse.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John A. and Alzina Bruce Hodge; brothers, Joseph Hodge and Freddie Hodge; sisters, Regina Pitre and Edoria Bourg.

Benton served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He loved to fish, hunt and spend time with his family.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

DONATO DEL MONICO

On Thursday, December 26, 2019, Donato “Don” Thomas Del Monico, loving husband, father of two beautiful daughters, grandfather, and brother, passed away at the age of 60. Don was born in Miami, Florida, on September 25, 1959, to Don and Dolly Del Monico who predeceased him. He was the second of four children and graduated from Christopher Columbus High School.

Don had been a US Merchant Marine Captain for over 25 years and genuinely enjoyed his time at sea, almost as much as he loved his time at home with his family, friends, and pets. Don loved to ride his Harley Davidson motorcycles, go boating, and cook his famous spaghetti for the family. He is survived by his wife Maureen (Veilleux) Del Monico; two daughters Danielle Del Monico Anderson (Nick) and Alexandra Del Monico Overton (Stefan); grandchildren Trent Thomas Anderson and Carson Lee Overton; siblings Dione Del Monico (George “Bud” Scholl), Deanna Del Monico (Scott Adam Johnston), and Daniel Del Monico; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Don lived his life to the fullest and inspired others to do the same. Over the course of his life, he traveled far and wide, where he met many people and captivated them with his charm and passion for living well. Don believed that every moment should be cherished, and he instilled that belief in all who knew him. He was an amazing friend and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He lived for his family and was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. His family and friends will miss him dearly; however, his spirit will live on in all of us.

A Celebration of Life Gathering was scheduled for January 4, 2020 from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. at Deltona Memorial Funeral Home, located at 1295 Saxon Blvd., Orange City, Florida 32763. The Celebration of Don’s Life will follow the gathering at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Veterans Association. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.deltonamemorialfuneralhome.com __________________

OBITUARIES

JOYCE GRIFFIN

JACQUELINE GINN

Jacqueline Collins Ginn, 67, a native of Grand Isle, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA passed away with her loving family at her side on December 31, 2019. Funeral service will be held at the United Methodist Church in Golden Meadow, LA. A ceremony of life and Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 11 with burial to follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Barney Ginn; daughter, Michelle LeClair (Jim); son, Daniel Ginn; her loving, sweet grandchildren, Bella, Cody, and Tallulah; her sisters, many cousins, nieces, nephews, aunt, uncles; and nanny, Jeannette.

She was proceded in death by her son, Jason Collins; her parents, Emel Collins and Anna Hebert; her brother, Marvin Potter; her nephews, Lil Marvin Potter and Mark Potter; and her niece, Kimberly Potter.

She enjoyed cooking for her family and loved seafood, especially crabs and crawfish.

She was a wonderful, kind, loving, and spiritual person.

She loved her entire family with all her heart.

Church Funeral Services and Crematory of Baton Rouge entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

NEVA VEGAS

Neva Vegas, 89, a native of Cut Off and resident of Golden Meadow passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturday, January 4 from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter, Jackie (Kirt) LeBouef; granddaughters, Louise Barrilleaux and Leslie Melancon; 5 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Atticia Lacoste and Jeanette Cheramie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Francois and Lorena Vegas; and brother, Bobby Vegas.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

Joyce Curole Griffin, 69 a native and resident of Cut Off, La. passed away with her loving family at her side on Sunday December 29, 2019.

Visitation was held on Friday, January 3, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 12:00 noon with burial in the church cemetery.

Joyce is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jerry J. Griffin; son, Kai (Amy) Griffin; Chantel G. (Lawrence) Bitter; grandchildren, Aubrey (Jeramie) Rushing, Annabelle Griffin, Gabriel Griffin, and Eily Griffin.

Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Willis Curole and Lucy Sanamo Curole.

Joyce was an avid baker.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements. __________________

VELMA LEWIS

Velma Marie Lewis, age 63, a native of Larose, La. And resident of New Orleans, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2019.

Visitation was from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, 8282 I-10 Service Road, in New Orleans.

Velma is survived by her siblings, Mildred Hogan of New Orleans, Herman Lewis Jr. (Kathy) of Colorado, Charles Lewis of California, Wilber Lewis (Mary) of Larose, Geralding Mattear (Earl) of Denham Springs, Rayfield Lewis (Kathy) of Glynn, and Anthony Lewis (Debra) of Houma and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceeded in death by her parents, Herman Lewis Sr. and Gladys Marts Lewis and siblings, Kenneth Lewis, Shirley Mounsey and Audry Jackson.

She was a graduate of South Lafourche High School and pursued higher education as an LPN, RN, MSN, and later a PHD.

MARILYN SUMMERS

Marilyn Roberta Summers, age 68, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Golden Meadow, Louisiana passed away at 7:48 PM on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Life Care Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born on October 4, 1951 in Chester, Illinois to Robert and Therese (Colvis) Summers.

Marilyn loved fishing, playing bingo, going to the casino, playing cards and scratch off lottery tickets.

She is survived by her sister, Janet (Mike) Smither of Chaffee; 8 nieces, Felicianne O’Neil of Scott City, Amanda (Mike) Blaylock of Jackson, Monica (Glenn) Bollinger of Patton, Tomisine Bazzell of Marble Hill, Rochelle Donavon of Marble Hill, Tyanna Summers of Iowa, Bonnie Sue Summers of Marble Hill and Trisha Aldridge of Alabama; 5 nephews, Blaine (Sarah) Blaylock of Scott City, Mattheau (Reyanna) Doiron of Galliano, LA, Jarrod (Tommilynn) Doiron of Galliano, LA, Joshua Doiron of Galliano, LA and Christopher Summers of Marble Hill; and many other relatives and friends.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents; 2 infant sons, Eric and Daniel; 3 brothers, Phillip, Robert and Alphonse Summers; 2 sisters, Jocelyn M. Doiron and Angela Summers.

Cremation will be accorded. There will be no services.

Crain Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cape Girardeau is in charge of cremation arrangements.

To view the obituary or to leave an online condolence for the family visit www.crainsonline.com _________________ MELVIN LEDET SR.

Melvin Michael Ledet Sr., a native of Delta Farms and a resident of Larose, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Geraldine Ougel Ledet; daughter, Sharon Ledet Morvant (Carl); sons, Melvin Ledet Jr. (Kathy), Tim Ledet (Kathleen), John Ledet (Angie); 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren and 7 step great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ebdon Sr. and Azema Guidry Ledet; sister, Janice Ledet Danos and brothers, Ebdon Ledet Jr., Irwin Ledet and James Ledet.

RITA MATHERNE

Rita G. Matherne, 84, a native and resident of Cut Off passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2020.

Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Tuesday, January 7th from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, Mitch Matherne and Matt (Celeste) Matherne; 6 grandchildren; and 4 greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband , Nelson Matherne; parents, Joseph S. and Carmelite Guidry; one great-grandchild.

Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. ________________

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Golden Meadow Volunteers for Family and Community members are shown with their display of items from Qatar. The ladies spoke on the country and prepared dishes from Qatar. Participating in Lafourche VFC International Day Program were Louise Adams, Christine LeBouef, Paula Morgan, Dorothy Pagliughi, and Mary Ann Pierce.

2020 Area Mardi Gras Parade Schedule SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9 • Krewe Des Les Petite Lions - Golden Meadow, 1 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 • Krewe of Hercules - Houma - 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 • Le Krewe Des T-Cajun - Larose - noon • Krewe of Tee Caillou - Chauvin - noon • Krewe of Aquarius - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • Krewe of Versailles - Larose - noon • Krewe of Hyacinthians - Houma - noon • Krewe of Titans (Following Hyacinthians) - Houma • Krewe of Shaka - Thibodaux - 1:30 p.m.

Krewe of Ambrosia (Following Shaka) - 2:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 • Krewe of Athena - Golden Meadow - 7:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Aphrodite - Houma - 6:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 • Krewe of Apollo - Lockport - noon • Krewe of Atlantis - Golden Meadow - noon • Le Krewe du Bon Temps - Larose - 6:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Mardi Gras - 6:30 p.m.

JOSEPH BRUCE

Joseph A. Bruce, 70, a native of Cut Off and resident of Houma passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020.

Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 8th from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his sister, Rita Bruce.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson A. and Marie Bruce; sister, Mary Ellen Lee. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ________________

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 • Krewe of Grand Isle - Grand Isle - noon • Krewe of Terreanians - Houma - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Cleophas - Thibodaux - 12:30 p.m.

• Krewe of Chronos (follows Cleophas) - Thibodaux • Krewe of Montegut Children’s Parade - 2:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Nereids - Golden Meadow, 6:00 p.m.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24 • Krewe of Cleopatra - Houma, 6:30 p.m.

MARDI GRAS DAY, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25

• Krewe of Bonne Terre - Montegut - 11:00 a.m.

• Krewe of Gheens - Gheens - 11:00 a.m.

• Krewe of Neptune - Galliano/Golden Meadow - noon • Krewe of Houmas - Houma - 1:00p.m.

• Krewe of Kajuns - (follows Houmas) • Krewe of Ghana - Thibodaux - 1:00 p.m.

• Krewe of Choupic - Chackbay - 1:00 p.m.

Attention Krewes - If there are any discrepancies to times and dates,

contact the Gazette at 985-693-7229.

Obituaries can be viewed online at www.TLGnewspaper.com

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In lieu of flowers, donation to Leukemia Research preferred. https://allbloodcancers.org/./donate/.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. __________________

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Arrest reports

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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 proven guilty.

DECEMBER 26, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Cody Allemand, 32, Raceland. Fugitive.

Danielle Hairston, 36, Lockport. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Amber Pierce, 37, Galliano. Contempt of court.

Jerrell Alexander, 30, Raceland. Simple criminal damage to property (Felony).

Battery of a correctional facility employee (Felony).

Greater Lafourche Port Commission Harbor Police Brett Dardar, 30, Golden Meadow. Obstruction of justice-Hindrance/delay.

DECEMBER 27, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Tiffany Smith, 34, Raceland. Aggravated battery w/dangerous weapon (Felony).

Zachary Thomas, 22, Raceland. Possession of marijuana 1st offense (Misd). Possession of cocaine less than 28 grams (Felony). Contempt of court.

DECEMBER 30, 2019 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Jacob Chouest, 25, Larose. Revocation of parole for violation of condition

(Felony).

Bart Howes, 36, Raceland. Hit-and-run driving with no personal injury (Misd).

Louis Santiny Jr., 51, Grand Isle. Parole revocation for Lafourche Parish Council.

JANUARY 1, 2020 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Amy Lafont, 28, Cut Off. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

JANUARY 2, 2020 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Cory Cheramie, 52, Golden Meadow. Disturbing the peace; aggravated assault.

Crystal Leblanc, 49, Cut Off. Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling.

Melissa Matherne, 38, Golden Meadow. Fugitive.

Pagen Stokes, 25, Raceland. Simple battery.

JANUARY 3, 2020 Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Lance Cheramie, 35, Larose. Simple burglary of inhabited dwelling (Felony).

Carol LeBlanc, 79, Larose. Hit-and-run driving with no personal injury (Misd).

Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses.

Juan Ortiz, 43, Cut Off. Contempt of court.

JANUARY 4, 2020 Golden Meadow Police Stephanie Boudreaux, 42, Golden Meadow. Aggravated assault upon a dating partner, child endangerment (Felony). Simple criminal damage to property (Felony).

Lafourche Sheriff’s Office Dessirae, 34, Lockport.

Contempt of court (6 CTS).

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JANUARY 5, 2020 Louisiana State Police Steven Forbes, 20, Lockport. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W.I.-1st of-

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Raymond Groot, 62, Lockport. Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Detectives make an arrest, recover stolen property in December residential burglary

Detectives have made an arrest in a residential burglary that occurred last month in Galliano.

On December 31, deputies responded to a residential burglary on West 124th Street after a family returning from a camping trip found their home had been burglarized. Forced entry was made on a side door, and several thousand dollars of valuable items including jewelry and cash were stolen.

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Then on Friday, January 3, deputies made contact with Cheramie during a traffic stop where he was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux.

He was charged with one count of Simple Burglary of an Inhabited Dwelling. His bail is set at $20,000.

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