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ERATH — A Mass of Christan Burial for Mrs. Bonnie D. Trahan ,73, will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 1:00PM on Friday, March 1, 2024 with Fr. Sensat officiating. Burial will follow at LeBlanc Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at David Funeral Home of Erath on Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 11:00AM until 8PM with a recitation of the rosary at 7:00PM.
Visitation will resume at David Funeral Home of Erath on Friday, March 1. 2024 from 8:00AM until time of services.
A resident of Erath, Mrs. Bonnie passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. She enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, playing computer games, and watching her games shows. Above all, she loved spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, John Trahan of Erath; her daughters, Allison Landry and her husband Larry of Erath, and Shannon Hargrave and her husband Shawn of Erath; her grandchildren, Casey, Gabriel, Chelsey, and Drake; and her sister, Lona LeBlanc of Abbeville.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Obrey Decuir and Hazel Lemaire Decuir; and her sister, Rose Trahan.
Serving as pallbearers will be Larry Landry, Shawn Hargrave, Gabriel Landry, Drake Green, Casey Landry, and Caymon Hargrave.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home of Erath 209 E. Putnam St. (337)937-0405 will be handling the arrangements.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2024 in St. Alphonsus Catholic Church - Maurice for Joanne Foerster Andrus, 86, who passed away on February 26, 2024.
Fr. Paul Bienvenu, Pastor of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, will be Celebrant of the Mass and will conduct the funeral services.
Entombment will take place in St. Alphonsus Mausoleum.
Mrs. Joanne, a resident of Maurice, was the daughter of the late Conrad Foerster and the former Mae Lucille O’Keefe. Joanne was born, raised, and a lifelong resident of New Orleans. She taught science at Mount Carmel & Mother of Mercy for over 20 years. Joanne even went back to school after retiring and earned her nursing degree. In 2001, she moved to Maurice, following Sid’s retirement. Joanne was an avid Saints fan all her life; she even had season tickets back when the Saints played at Tulane Stadium! She loved Mardi Gras and was very involved with the Mardi Gras Association of New Orleans; Joanne also served as a maid of the Krewe of Carrollton. She will be dearly missed by all who loved her!
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Pierre Sidney Andrus; brother-in-law, Paul Sheldon Andrus (Mary Dolores); brother-in-law, Harold Lachaussee; and numerous nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad and Mae Lucille Foerster; sister-in-law, Margaret Andrus Lachaussee; and brother-in-law, Clarence Joseph “CJ” Andrus (Gertie).
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Delhomme Funeral Home - Maurice on Friday, March 1, 2024 beginning at 10 a.m. A Rosary will be prayed at 12 p.m. on Friday afternoon in the funeral home. Visiting hours will continue, following the Rosary, until the time of service.
Pallbearers will be Joshua Andrus, Jarrod Andrus, Jacob Andrus, Ridge Andrus, William Lachaussee, and Jude Picard.
Personal condolences may be sent to the family of Joanne F. Andrus at: www.delhommefuneralhome.com
Joanne F. Andrus and her family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Delhomme Funeral Home, 200 Chief H. Fred Road, Maurice, LA.
February 7, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Gueydan, met in Regular Session February 6, 2024 and gave preliminary approval for the adoption of the following Ordinance:
ORDINANCES
“AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF GUEYDAN, LOUISIANA, DEALING WITH OFFICIAL USE OF POLICE VEHICLES
A copy of the aforementioned Ordinances may be obtained from the office of the Mayor, Town of Gueydan, 600 Main Street, Gueydan, Louisiana, upon request.
A Public Hearing will be held before the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 5:45 p.m. and will be presented for final adoption at the regular meeting hold on March 5, 2024 which meeting begins at 6:00 p.m.
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S/Jude Reese
Jude Reese, Mayor
Town of Gueydan
600 Main Street, Gueydan, LA 70542
Publish (1) time
Published in The Gueydan Journal Newspaper:
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The Town Of Gueydan
Minutes of the proceedings of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Gueydan, Louisiana, taken at regular meeting held Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 6:00 o’clock P.M.
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Gueydan, Louisiana met in regular session with Mayor Jude Reese presiding and the following Aldermen present:
Present: EFREM LIVINGSTON, JOHN LASETER,
LAUREL PORTIE’, ANITA DUPUIS & JASON SUIRE
Absent : NONE
Public Comment any item on agenda (3 minutes per person)
Motion was made by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER, and carried, that in as much as each member of the Board of Aldermen received a copy of minutes taken at Regular Meeting of January 2, 2024, that the reading of said minutes be dispensed with and same be adopted as written.
Motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER, and carried, that the reports of the Bookkeeper and Tax Collector be approved as filed. A brief discussion was held about the actual to budget, however the new budget has not been entered into the accounting system but will be for the March meeting.
Louisiana Asset Management Pool (LAMP) interest was presented and after a discussion a motion by JOHN LASETER, seconded by LAUREL PORTIE’ to transfer the interest from LAMP Utility fund in the amount of $2,286.21 and General fund of $1,320.64 to the checking accounts at the Bank of Gueydan.
Motion by JOHN LASETER, seconded by LAUREL PORTIE’, and carried that the following transfer, on the date, and amount from fund is hereby ratified and approved:
To General Fund:
January 10, 2024 Utility Fund $36,000.00
Motion by JOHN LASETER seconded by LAUREL PORTIE’ and carried that the following transfer, on the date, and amount from fund is hereby ratified and approved.
Additional transfers were presented for approval, but no motion was made at the meeting. Below are the two additional transfers being as follows (American Rescue Plan Act) that were not approved:
To General Fund:
January 4, 2024 ARPA $9,500.00
To General Fund:
January 30., 2024 ARPA $8,500.00
Motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER and carried to approve the billing adjustments in the amount of $978.15.
Sellers & Associates provided the mayor with an update on the ongoing projects. Water System Corrosion Feed Permit, the application has been submitted to LDH and are awaiting a response from LDH. Funding was requested for emergency funding through APC for the repair of the sewer pump at the lift station behind the fire station. The electrical rate study is completed, and a meeting will be scheduled for the town to review anticipated and projected expense increases. Drainage Pump Station Site Improvements are still waiting on GOSPEH/FEMA response on construction funding time extension.
The FY 2024-2025 Capital Outlay – New Police/Fire Station. Waiting for a proposal from TSG for the demolition and construction of the new police/fire station. ($1.4 million (25% local) late May/June. LCDBG Clearance Program workshop is being held on Friday, February 16th in which the Town has registered. The workshop will explain all the grant steps, and such are handled.
LWI Round 2 Application, following the conditional award letter a mandatory training for application Grantees was held January 30, 2024. Waiting on the execution of the cooperative endeavor agreement (CEA) and then a kickoff meeting with OCD manager and begin the full application process.
Mayor Jude Reese recommended a resolution to adopt the System Survey & Questionnaire required for the Town audit and thereupon, the following resolution was offered by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER:
RESOLUTION 2-2024
A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE SYSTEM SURVEY
AND COMPLIANCE QUESTIONNAIRE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH LOUISIANA REVISED STATUTES 24:517
BE IT RESOLVED that the System Survey and Compliance Questionnaire which was received from the Office of the Legislative Auditor, State of Louisiana, and which was properly completed by the Clerk of the Town of Gueydan and presented to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Gueydan and the same is hereby approved and adopted.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of said System and Compliance Questionnaire be filed in the records of the Town of Gueydan and certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the firm of Kolder, Slaven & Co. LLC, of Abbeville, Louisiana, whose proposal was accepted by the Governing Body for the audit of the records of the Town of Gueydan for the period of January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The auditors will during the course of his regular audit, test the accuracy of the answers of the questionnaire and submit to the Legislative Auditor and the Municipality a report containing his opinions as to the validity of the answers therein contained.
YEAS: EFREM LIVINGSTON, JOHN LASETER, LAUREL PORTIE’
ANITA DUPUIS & JASON SUIRE
NAYS : NONE
ABSTAIN : NONE
ABSENT: NONE
And this resolution was declared adopted on this 6TH day of February 2024.
S/Roxanna Richard S/Jude D. Reese Clerk Mayor
Motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER and carried to introduce an ordinance “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF GUEYDAN, LOUISIANA, DEALING WITH OFFICIAL USE OF POLICE VEHICLES. A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 5:45 p.m. and will be presented for final adoption at the regular meeting hold on March 5, 2024 which meeting begins at 6:00 p.m.
Open sealed bids for the 2005 Chevy Tahoe (0058) and the bids were as follows:
Eric Potier $850.00
Skylar Abshire $780.00
ames Durham D/B/A J J Merchant $1,677.77
Motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER and carried to accept the bid from James Durham D/B/A J J Merchant in the amount of $1,677.77.
Police Chief Cru Delcambre recommended that Matt Touchet be promoted to Assistant Chief and Matthew Cormier be added to the list of part time patrolman with the Gueydan Police Department pending all evaluations and preemployment policies are done and accepted. Motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER and carried to accept Chief Delcambre’s recommendation as listed above.
A discussion was held concerning the Community Center Rental fee. It was decided that all renters will pay the full price for the rental. Mayor Reese informed the board of aldermen that the policy and procedures will change to reflect the change and will be presented for adoption at the next meeting. Also, discussed was the cleaning of the hall after an event. The board of aldermen discussed that the town go back to having the street department works to clean after a function.
A discussion was held concerning the lease on the town tractor. Mayor Reese informed the governing authority he will be inquiring on the lease of the town tractor, of how much time is left on the lease and the payoff of the tractor.
A discussion was held concerning the town employee numbers. No action was taken.
Pastor Chyrelena Peyton spoke on the Ecumenical Gatherings that the churches are having and invited everyone present to attend and spread the word. Pastor Peyton also informed the attendees that a Community Reboot is going to be held March 6, 7,8 and to spread the word in the community.
There being no further business to come before the meeting thereupon motion by JASON SUIRE, seconded by JOHN LASETER, and carried the meeting thereupon adjourned at 7:28 o’clock P.M. on this 6TH day of February 6, 2024.
S/Roxanna Richard S/Jude D. Reese Clerk Mayor
Published in The Gueydan Journal Newspaper:
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024
March 24, 1973 ~ February 20, 2024
ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Lori Rigsby Macaluso, 50, passed away on February 20,2024 due to complications from surgery. Her final moments were spent peacefully at her home in Abbeville, La, surrounded by her fur babies, Siren and Babygirl. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the service.
Lori Camille Rigsby was the daughter of Sybil Hemelt Rigsby of New Orleans, Louisiana and the late Tommy Ansel Rigsby Sr. of Roswell, New Mexico. She was born in New Orleans, La on March 24,1973. She attended Abramsom High School in New Orleans, La. From there she pursued a career as a Veterinary Technician and a mom. Lori enjoyed crafting and watching Little House on the Prairie. She took pride in being a MeMaw. The light of her existence was spending time with her grand babies.
Known for her loud and vibrant personality and unique tattoos, Lori will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her great humor and generous spirit touched everyone she met. Lori never let life’s challenges hold her back as she was always down for the ride.
Lori’s family asks that she be remembered for the joy she brought to others in life, not the sadness of her passing.
Lori is survived by her mother, Sybil Hemelt Rigsby; brother, Tommy Ansel Rigsby, Jr.; sister-in-law, Patricia Rigsby; sister, Shannon Rigsby Broussard; daughters, Ashley Marie Landry and Gabriella Camille Mixon; adopted daughter, Carrie Page Kinler; sons, Jimmy Hezkiha Mixon, III and Houston Ansel Mixon; daughter-in-law, Breanna Mixon; niece, Emmy Rigsby; nephews, Zachary and Anthony Broussard; and grandchildren, Ashlynn, Britlynn, Colston “BooBoo” Landry and Charles LeBlanc. She is also survived by her fur babies, Siren and BabyGirl; and her grand pups, Thor, Chewy and Balou.
Lori Rigsby Macaluso is preceded in death by her father, Tommy Ansel Rigsby, Sr.; late husbands, Jimmy Mixon Jr., Robert Lloyd Bowers, Sr. and Frank Norwood Macaluso; and son, Antonio Mixon.
Family and friends are invited to say their last goodbye to Lori at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 9:00 AM until time of services. Lori will be cremated per her wishes following her service.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
Bryson Whitney Martin, age 44, our cherished angel, gracefully departed to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Born on December 5, 1979, to the loving embrace of Donald Joseph and Vicki Landry Martin in Abbeville, LA, Bryson brought immense light and warmth to all who knew him.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Evangeline Funeral Home in Delcambre. Fr. Buddy Breaux officiated.
Entombment followed at Migues Cemetery.
Throughout his life, Bryson found solace and delight in simple pleasures. His love for music was profound, and he found joy in the melodies that resonated with his soul. Among his favorite pastimes was indulging in the whimsical world of cartoons, with "Paw Patrol" holding a special place in his heart, bringing smiles and laughter to his days.
Bryson's family was the cornerstone of his existence, showering him with immeasurable affection and care. His radiant presence illuminated their lives, and his absence leaves a void that can never be filled. His love for home knew no bounds, finding contentment in the familiar surroundings and the warmth of familial love.
One of Bryson's greatest pleasures was savoring his father’s spaghetti, a dish that brought him unparalleled delight and comfort.
Bryson's affection for animals, particularly dogs, was evident in his gentle demeanor and compassionate spirit. His cherished companion, his Cabbage Patch Doll named Clay, accompanied him through countless adventures, serving as a loyal confidant and friend.
Above all else, Bryson was enveloped in the boundless love of his parents, his brother, sister-in-law, and nephews. Their unwavering devotion and endless affection provided him with strength and happiness throughout his journey.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are his parents, Donald Joseph and Vicki Landry Martin, his brother, Travis D. Martin and wife Kourie; two nephews, Talen D. Martin and Preston L. Martin and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Preston A. and Vergie Guidry Landry and his paternal grandparents, Aramise and Alcida Cheramie Martin.
Honored to serve as pallbearers were TJ Saunier, Robert Williford, Kevin Landry, Windell Landry, Spencer Landry and Zach Pitre. Talen D. Martin, Preston L. Martin and Patrick Pitre were honorary pallbearers.
Relatives and friends are encouraged to share their memories and condolences with the family and view the movie presentation by visiting Bryson’s memorial page at www.evangelinedelcambre.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.
January 25, 1945 – February 22, 2024
Funeral Services will be held at 12:30 on Monday, February 26, 2024 for Elizabeth (Liz) Schexnayder Moss at David Funeral Home in Erath honoring her life with Deacon Glynn Stutes officiating the services. Readings will be done by Lily Meaux and Owen Domingues. Immediately following she will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum in Erath.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at David Funeral Home - Erath on Monday, February 26 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 11:00 a.m.
Elizabeth June Schexnayder Moss, affectionately known as "Liz" to her family and friends, passed away in the morning hours on Thursday, February 22, 2024 surrounded by her family. At her passing she was 79.
Liz was born January 25, 1945 to Odeonce and Marie Aline Desormeaux Schexnayder who were local sharecroppers around Vermilion Parish. Growing up she attended school and lived for a time in Erath, Delcambre, and Abbeville, Louisiana. She was the fourth child of 11 children. She seldom told stories of her childhood often saying those memories were better left unsaid. She did keep in touch with all of her siblings and found joy in talking and visiting with them.
After graduating from Abbeville High school in 1963 she married Clarence who enlisted in the US Navy. During this time Liz enjoyed living in Virginia Beach, Virginia and Vallejo, California. She told stories of traveling back and forth across the United States in a Volkswagen Beetle Bug. After returning to Erath, Louisiana to raise her family she worked at Erath Community Hospital and Gulf Coast Bank. Her greatest priority was raising her 3 daughters.
Liz enjoyed traveling to many places with family, friends, and small groups. Liz traveled to Alaska, Key West, Nova Scotia, Hawaii and many places in between.. Liz loved life and spending time with her friends. She was often helping them in some way, visiting with them, eating lunch at her favorite restaurants with them, and going to dinner parties at their homes. She belonged to the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Erath, a Pokeno group of many friends, and The Catholic Daughters. These special friends return their love by sending cards, cooking for her, calling her on the phone with encouraging words, and visiting her in her final months of life.
A compliment often said about her was in regards to her cooking. She was a great cook. Many of her dishes were known around town by friends. Her cooking was a treasure often enjoyed by many. She was often the cook, hostess, organizer, and entertainer of many parties at her daughter’s camp in Delcambre. Another treasure are her grandkids and her great-grand daughters. She enjoyed watching them grow and spending time with them under the oak trees in her beautiful yard and she enjoyed taking boat rides to the family camp on the Boston Canal with her family.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband and best friend of 57 years, Clarence (Wooga) Moss; her children, Jennifer Domingues (David) of Erath, Catherine Maynard (Tim) of Baton Rouge, and Rebecca Meaux (Derek) of Abbeville; her grandchildren, Daniel Domingues (Camille), Seth Domingues (Summer), Owen Domingues, Matthew Maynard, Murphy Maynard, Myles Maynard, Drew Meaux, and Lily Meaux; her great granddaughters, Dawsyn and Ila Domingues; her siblings: Shirley Seagle, Ray Schexnayder, Alice LeBlanc, Linda Foster, David Schexnayder, Sheron Landry, Dale Schexnayder, and Myra Hebert.
Along with her parents, Liz was preceded in death by her brothers, Cliff (Theresa) Abshire and Jerry Abshire.
Her girls, as she called them, would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to their dad, Clarence, for his undying love and compassion while caring for their mom and their family. Also, a special thanks to her sister Shirley for showing an abundance of love and compassion to their mom. You both are loved and greatly appreciated. Last, thank you to LAMM Family Care Hospice and all the great nurses and aids that cared for her.
David Funeral Home of Erath is in charge of arrangements.
March 27, 1935 ~ February 19, 2024
ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Rosa Mae Touchet Sanders, 88, who died Monday, February 19, 2024 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Byron Soley officiating the services. Those serving as pallbearers will be Matt Sanders, Jeremiah Sanders, Harley Sanders, Stacey Sanders, Nick Simon Sr., and Nick Simon, Jr.
Rosa was a huge Elvis Presley fan having visited Graceland several times. Spending time with family was one of her greatest joys in life. She loved it when her family was all together having a good time.
She is survived by her two daughters, Mary J. Mire and her husband Cleveland, and Theresa Sanders; son, James Yancey Sanders; daughter-in-law, Susan R. Sanders; ten grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and seven great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, William A. Sanders; daughters, Betty A. Sanders, and Angela Sanders; son, William J. Sanders; parents, Rosmond Touchet and the former Dorita Dore; great-great grandson, Hunter Miller; and seven siblings.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 9:30 AM until time of services. A rosary being prayed at 1:30 PM.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
GUEYDAN - School at Gueydan High ended early on Thursday because of a gas leak in front of the school near the football stadium.
Gueydan Mayor Jude Reece informed the high school about the leak and recommended the school close as a precaution.
Reece said the leak was discovered during a gas line inspection by the pipeline company. The gas line services gas to the concession at Gueydan football stadium.
The leak caused the gas to be turned off at Gueydan High.
Once the mayor learned of the leak, he called a contractor to repair the leak. Reece said he expects the lead to be repaired by the end of the day on Thursday.
Parents of Gueydan students were notified about the leak by the Vermilion Parish School system.
At around 9:30 a.m., students were evacuated to the civic center near the school.
By 10 a.m., all students had left the civic center and gone home.
When Reece made the phone call to Gueydan High, the school system began a chain reaction to start the evacuation of Gueydan High.
Usually, the parish school system usually sends out a ROBO call to all Gueydan parents to inform them about the evacuation. However, because of the nation’s cell phone trouble on Thursday, it was almost impossible to know if all parents received the ROBO phone or text message from the school system.
School Superintendent Tommy Byler said Plan B had to be implemented to inform the Gueydan parents about the evacuation.
“There was no way to know if the parents received the text or phone call,” Byler said.
The backup plan was to post the Gueydan evacuation on the school’s app and put it on Facebook, hoping a parent could see it while sitting at their computer.
Also, the school system relied on District Safety Officer Brooks David, Risk Manager Scott Myers, and Assistant Superintendent Marc Turner to help school personnel ensure a smooth and safe campus release.
Byler said he kept in touch with the risk-management team, using a walkie-talkie, because of the cell phone issue.
“They were put to a test, and we handled it well,” Byler said.
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