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The Southern View
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2017 P.L.A.C.E.S. of the South
Councilman Kenneth Boudreaux
Harold J. Johnson, Sr.
Rickey Smiley Promotes Book in Lafayette
23rd Annual Women of Excellence
November / December 2017 The Southern View Magazine 2
Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
I love the holidays! It’s another opportunity to spend quality time with the ones we love and cherish.
I love the hustle and bustle of shopping for special gifts and decorations; surprising my children, even though they are grown. My grandchildren are young adults as well, but I still enjoy seeing the smile of surprise on their face on Christmas morning.
My mother-in-law Mary still cooks Christmas dinner and my mother Barbara has retired from the kitchen during the holidays. After having cooked for twelve children all her life, she
most definitely deserves a break.
This holiday will no doubt be challenging due to the family losses we’ve had over the past few months. From the loss of my nephew, Wilson Johnson, Jr. (son of my youngest brother, Wilson) to my brother Harold Johnson, Sr. and my cousin Margaret Joanna Green Guidry. Please continue to pray for me and my family. By the Grace of God, we will get through this holiday. Harold was the oldest of twelve and the first sibling to pass on and Wilson
was the first nephew.
Prayers and strength to my brother Wilson and his wife Anne and their children Christina, Deion and Isaiah; my sister-in-law Linda and her chil-dren Carla, Harold, Jr., Jessica and Lauren; my Mother, sisters and brothers; as well as my cousin Cynthia, Cyn.
I love you all!
Publisher’s Message to Readers
Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy New Year from The Southern View Magazine!
In this issue
Inside TSVM:
Congratulations to the Women of Excellence; Keep Em Talk-
ing, Councilman Kenneth P. Boudreaux; Tribute to my brother
Harold Johnson, Sr. and Rickey Smiley promotes his book in
Lafayette.
Cover by Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
Councilman Kenneth P. Boudreaux 8
Traveling and Arriving at Camp Bucca, Iraq 9
A Tribute to Harold J. Johnson, Sr. 13 A Tribute to Jamie Porter James 15
23rd Annual Women of Excellence 18
Southerner’s Tips for Good Health 22 From The Desk Of 1SG Halley 28
Tranise’s Treasures by Denise Rene Jolivette 30 Join RSVP Today 33
Embrace a Family, Uplifting Families Living in Poverty 6 The Eternal Divine: That which never dies 11 Healthy Treats for Santa and His Reindeer 19
Photography Spotlight ~ Russell Malbreaux, II 25
Stand by Your Truth: And Then Run for Your Life! 24
Driving Education Instructor ~ Job Opening 6 Business Spotlight ~ Red Door Realty Acadiana 21
How Much Should You Save By Age 30, 40, 50, or 60? 27 Sky Universal Realty, LLC 31
Curly Couture 31 Business Spotlight ~ So How’s Your Relationship
With Your CPA? 34
Margaret Guidry, Longtime Educator with LPSS 14 Obituary for Mr. John W. Joseph 16
Acts of Love COGIC 29
In every issue
What’s Going On! 4-7
Save the Date ~ MLK 2018 5 A Tribute to Jamie Porter James 15 R.A.P. Rhythm, Arts & Poetry 25
It’s Just F.Y.I. 36
In the Spotlight 37 - 39
a magazine focusing on P. L. A. C. E. S. of the South
The Southern View
Contributing Writers
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PUBLISHER
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EDITOR
Nicole Malbreaux
WRITERS
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Stephen Bartley; Dr. Quentin M. Brisco D.C. , Frankie Brooks;
Tracee Dundas; Rev. Abram J Freeman; Bishop Carlos E.
Harvin; Corrie Gallien Journet; Lindsey Duplechain Halley;
Kristopher Harrison, Larry Hayes; Michelle Izzo-Voss (Faith House); Dr. Jennifer Jackson, Teena Marie James; Pastor Rob-
ert E. Johnson, Sr.; Dr. E. W. Kinchen, Jr.; Ryan E. King;
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Ms. Educated; Dr. Christopher Williams
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Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Heymann Park Rec. Center
1500 S. Orange St.; Lafayette, LA
Chess & Chat hosted by 360 Collective Together! Engaging & Empowering
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Have a Calendar Event you’d like to share with the community, please email us: [email protected]
Send email by January 13, 2018 for the February issue.
MLK Holiday Celebration
January 15, 2018
Evening Commemorative Keynote Speaker
Congressman Cedric Richmond 6:00 p.m. MLK Center
Meet some of the MLK committee members: l-r Veronica Williams, Sandra Moore, Senator
Gerald Boudreaux, Tonya Bolden-Ball, Ronald Babineaux, Anthony Daniel, Ernest Nabers, Jr.,
Louis Lloyd, Mathilda Martin, Susannah Johnson Malbreaux, and Ms. Adele Minnard ( c ).
Not pictured: Barbara Kinchen, Jerry Prejean, George Williams, Brenda Andrus, Patricia Mou-
ton, Joseph Dennis, James Simmons, and Chief Robert P. Benoit.
Parade Marshall
Dr. Rapheal Baranco
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SAVE THE DATE!
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Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy New Year from The Southern View Magazine!
Louisiana Girl’s State. She also
worked in the cafeteria of Immacu-
late Heart of Mary School for many,
many years serving a lot of people a
lot of food. His grandfather, Amos
Aldridge, was an officer of the
NAACP in the 60s. He is from a
family of service as they have served
the community for many years. I asked Boudreaux about his po-
litical aspirations. “It kind of came
from nowhere; I like to consider my-
self a service guy. I like to do work.”
In 2000, people started talking about
term limits and that certain people would be leaving office. “If you’re on
the service lines, your ability to do
things is limited by the policies and
laws that are in place.” Thus, when
Mr. (Louis) Benjamin’s term as coun-
cilman for District 4 came to an end,
Boudreaux wanted to bring a heavy
load of service to that position; he
decided to run. “If you want change,
you’ve got to get involved.”
Boudreaux’s 1st run for the coun-
cil seat was in 2007, taking office in
2008. At this time, eight of the
council members rolled off either
from deciding not to run, terms lim-
its, or were defeated in their elec-
tion; which made for a significant
transition. During his re-election in
2011 he ran unopposed. Due to
term limits, Boudreaux’s last oppor-
tunity to run came in 2015; he once
again ran unopposed. It was obvious
he had been and was continuing to
adhere to the needs of his constitu-
ents. Boudreaux said he likes com-
petition because it keeps an honest
healthy process, although it doesn’t
allow you to raise money. He has
been responsible and accountable, “I
am fortunate, blessed and apprecia-tive that the voters of District 4 saw
fit that everything I was doing they
approved and no individual at that
time was interested in seeking the
office.” If he could run for the office
again, he would.
CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
Boudreaux has served as Council
Chair on three different occasions
during his tenure. “This is not easily
done,” says Boudreaux. “We’re only
two minorities on this council by
race; this year we have two females,
so they’re minorities by gender. The
Republican/Democratic split has been
in place right down the center. So,
to have a relationship with your col-
leagues and have the respect that
they would say, when we set all dif-
ferences aside, ‘We support Bou-dreaux leading us in this fashion.’
That’s pretty honorable as well. I’m
grateful for that and proud of it and
try not to disappoint anyone.”
Boudreaux’s goals were to fight
for District 4, the Northside, his
community, and to fight for people
who look like him; it’s not personal –
that’s what he’s been sent there to
do. He’s never had an instance when
at the end of a council meeting he did
not leave in good order and good
standing.
Boudreaux Shares Successes
“Just being in office has been a suc-
cess.”
He shared his successes in no par-
ticular order.
a.The building of the police precinct
on Moss St. was successful mainly
because of all the needs that existed.
The location was originally proposed
for a Greyhound bus station. It
would have been devastating for that
community. In this instance they
were able to prevent something that
would have been distressing for a
Kenneth “Keep Em’ Talking” Boudreaux By Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
City Parish Councilman Councilman Kenneth P. Boudreaux
is the 7th of 8 children, born to Shirley
and Aaron Boudreaux. He is a lifelong
resident of Lafayette, LA. Boudreaux
was born here, has never left, and says
he has no plans to leave. He has three
beautiful children; his eldest daughter
Jasmine recently got married and is
about to graduate from LSU in Baton
Rouge. He has twin children, Reginald
who attends Morehouse College in
Atlanta, GA and Kayla who attends
Southern University in Baton Rouge.
Boudreaux grew up in the McComb
subdivision, a very nice popular area located in central Lafayette. He grad-
uated from Northside High School in
1986 and went on to ULL, formerly
USL (University of Southwestern Loui-
siana) where he received all his formal
education.
Boudreaux takes pride in his com-
munity service. He and I served on
the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Committee, which has been the most
longstanding committee he has served
on. He works on behalf of our chil-
dren, our elderly, and the special pop-
ulation in one way or the other. Serv-
ing the community is what he has
been about most of his life.
Boudreaux had a great upbringing;
his grandmother, Julia Aldridge, took
the 1st African American team
November / December 2017 The Southern View Magazine 8
Ducking, to make sure we would
not be hit by the massive, grey rotat-
ing blades of the enormous UH-60L
Blackhawk, my Soldiers and I board-
ed the huge helicopter in route to a
Forward Operating Base in Iraq.
Squeezed in like sardines, suited up,
full battle rattle, IBA, Kevlar, and
weapons, sweat dripping from our
brows, we piled in our seats. The
crew chief shouted safety instruc-
tions over the growl of the engine.
Once we were seated and buckled in
he gave the signal and we were off
into the wild blue yonder. The bril-liant blue sky loomed ahead as we
traveled to our destination. There
was no conversation, only sheepish,
anxious, nervous smiles as each of us
pondered what was ahead.
Thirty minutes after take-off we
made a bumpy, shaky, unstable but
safe landing in the middle of no-
where on to a vacant space, just
enough to accommodate two heli-
copters, the size of an arena football
field. Dust, sand, and anything else
lying around flew haphazardly as we
landed and departed the aircraft.
The smell of jet fuel filled the air like
a delicious blackberry pie laid out to
cool. We quickly file out, one by
one, crouched down low, avoiding
the frantically rotating blades. The
noise was deafening. Verbal commu-
nications was next to impossible.
The crew chief vigorously and briskly
signaled directions for departure in-
to the safe zone. The whirling, thun-
derous blades sprayed dust and sand
over the entire area, as far as the
eyes could see. Debris scattered
and wrapped around our legs, and
arms. Sand and dust flew into our
mouths, noses, ears, eyes, and cov-
ered our uniforms like a warm blan-
ket. Crew members of the second
helicopter expertly uploaded our
baggage, handling duffle bags like
loaves of bread, in anticipation for lift
off.
Once personnel and baggage
were safely unloaded and nestled in
the safe zone, with a mighty roar
which sounded like hundreds of
thunder clouds clapping, the first air-
craft shot straight up and zoomed
away leaving a sea of spectacular
shades of brown in its wake. Upon
receiving the all clear signal, the sec-
ond aircraft leapt into the air like a
huge olive frog, roaring like a mighty
lion, into the magnificent shades of brown and off into the clear blue
sky.
Unable to contain our excite-
ment, we were finally able to take a
good look at our new home away
from home. Enormous mounds of
sands standing up to six feet high like
jolly beige giants protected the pe-
rimeter. Jumbo sized weapon tow-
ers covered with ode green mosqui-
to nets resembling proud, beautiful
Southern Bells peppered the length
of the compound. There were no
roads, only crudely carved paths,
some covered with oversized rocks
but mostly fashioned out of packed,
dried dirt and sand. Exhilarated, excited, exhausted,
and ready for our new adventure,
we gingerly loaded the two Humvees
covered in caked on sand and dirt
sporting a crudely written “wash me
please” sign on the tailgate. The
driver gave us a colossal toothy
smile and said, “Welcome to Camp
Bucca”. I smartly turned to my Sol-
diers, slightly tilted my head to the
right, smiled, and gave the order,
Let’s move--- welcome home for the
next 9 to 12 months!
Traveling and Arriving at Camp Bucca, Iraq
By Lindsey Duplechain Halley
END
Thank you for your service!
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that exist as well as the job opportu-
nities. We have to address the qual-
ity of education that is being re-
ceived. We have to address the
housing market and how we are
building our communities; making
sure we’re not putting a stressed,
frustrated, and aggravated people all
in one area due to some of the pre-
mentioned factors. It’s a lot!
Historically, what has happened is
that we tried to put a bandaid on a
cancer. That’s not going to work.
We have to make sure that our issue
is being diagnosed properly so that it
could be treated properly and ulti-
mately cured. All of the issues need
to be addressed simultaneously and
we have to highlight the many posi-
tives that exist.
Boudreaux has successful schools
in his district that is putting out high
quality education. Northside High School is #1 for Boudreaux! We
have to get the credit for everything
that we do if we’re going to get the
credit for the things that we have
not done. We have some work to
do and he’s looking forward to it,
whether he’s in office or not.
It’s Information, Motivation, Educa-
tion and Inspiration!
Boudreaux is the host of a week-
ly radio program, The Community Hour. He keeps the community
engaged. It’s a forum that he’s been
able to keep the community
informed and motivated. The pro-
gram is not used to attack peoples’
character or their integrity or try to
destroy their character in any way.
community and turn it into something
that has been beneficial. This is one
thing that certainly stands out;
b.The building and opening of the LUS
(Lafayette Utilities System) Revenue
Collection facility on Moss St. where
people can pay their bills in person
and not have to fight the downtown
or Kaliste Saloom traffic. Along with
that opening they built a brand-new
fire station and several park improve-
ments;
c.Safety features at the Municipal Golf
Course located on Louisiana Ave. and
Mudd; d.They fought the waste transfer sta-
tion (District 3) which could have
been detrimental to the community;
e.They’ve restructured some things
that have allowed them to become
more efficient in government within
certain departments; they were very
instrumental in accomplishing this;
f.There have been numerous capital
projects; Boudreaux was able to se-
cure in excess of a million dollars for
significant improvements in Heymann
Park. This park, in his opinion, is the
most beautiful park in all of Lafayette;
g.They are trying to get the Louisiana
Ave. and the I-10 Development fin-
ished off as well as the other three
intersections developed.
Boudreaux has two years remain-
ing in his term. He feels he still has
some challenges with finishing the eco-
nomic development components re-
garding improving education, commu-
nities, and improving overall quality of
life in and around his area. Addressing
the issue of gun violence is a concern;
what can we do locally. It’s also about
tourism and attractions; drawing peo-
ple from outside of his community in.
At the end of the day, it’s about quali-ty of life. The opportunities to im-
prove North Lafayette are there, we
just have to be prepared to capitalize.
Challenges
We need to address some of the
contributors to crime. We have to
address the economic opportu-
He uses the show to empower and
build people.
Awards and Accolades
Over the years, Boudreaux has
received numerous awards and acco-
lades. “I have received awards, but
it’s not the reason why we do what
we do. When you’ve been at it as
long as I have, you do get a chance to
accumulate a few awards. I’m appre-
ciative of those. My ultimate award is
I’m looking for eternal life in God’s
Kingdom.” Boudreaux wants to
serve and serve well. “One day, when I face that maker, I want him to
say, ‘Job well done.’” One of his old-
est awards that he’ll never forget is
his “Big Brother of the Year”. That
was very special to him because he
was helping someone else. Being a
Big Brother, one to one mentoring
through The Big Brothers, Big Sisters
program was such a great honor.
The biggest award is to see the
success of his children. That’s like
the most rewarding of anything. Es-
pecially today, with all the challenges
we face with children; his have been
such a blessing.
Some of his awards include: Big
Brothers/Big Sisters "Brother of the
Year" Award in 1991; two-time Ki-
wanis Club “Citizen of the Year”;
Omega Psi Phi "Man of the Year";
City of Lafayette Police Department
“Civilian Award”; "Outstanding
Young Man State of Louisiana, Lafa-
yette" Jaycees; the Honorary Attor-
ney General Award; NAUW Tribute
to Excellence; an EUTHU Honoree;
Radio Personality KENNETH BOUDREAUX CONTINUED
CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
November / December 2017 The Southern View Magazine 10
I am that which is all things, made manifest in the flesh: I am the Al-
mighty having a human experience. I know that I, being manifest in the
flesh, am an instrumentality of the Almighty. I know that I am inseparable from the Almighty, for I,
and all instrumentalities are the Almighty itself. All is in the mind of the Almighty. All is the mind of
the Almighty. The Almighty works through me and all its instrumentalities, as expressions of itself, to
produce the illusion that I, in the flesh, perceive as reality.
In this paradigm of reality, this physical existence, I
know that there is no instrumentality greater than myself,
nor I of any other. I know that I, made in the image and like-
ness of the Almighty, work in concert with all other instru-
mentalities of the Almighty to produce and maintain this per-
ceived reality. I know that I, and when consciously working in
concert with other instrumentalities, human or otherwise,
we, represent a quantifiable expression of the Almighty. I know that I and we perceptually are able
to consciously exert influence on this collectively perceived reality.
I know that the Almighty makes no movements in excess and that nothing moves without an
express mandate from the Almighty, for all is the Almighty. In reality, there is nothing that I need to
do, for I know that the Almighty provides all things necessary for
its instrumentalities to exist. In my perceived consciousness,
however, as I come into a greater realization of my relation to
the Almighty, I am propelled in desire to establish relations with
other instrumentalities, which necessitate that I consciously act
in a particularly prescribed manner.
I know that nothing ever actually dies; death does not exist with-
in the Almighty. All things within the Almighty are only trans-
formed from one manifestation to some other manifestation,
even if in the same previous form, within the Almighty. I know
that when my perceived consciousness transcends this current physical manifestation of the Al-
mighty it is recycled back into the abyss of the Almighty and regenerated as some other manifesta-
tion thereof. I am eternal: I alone exist.
The Eternal Divine: That which never dies. Reflections of I Am
By Ryan E. King
Contact info: [email protected], Facebook @King Ryan,
Hashtags: #RhynoVision, #SelfCreatedBeing, #KnowThySelf, #IAmThatIAm, #IAmI,
#GodIsAlmighty, #NaturalLaw, #theMessage, #theSOK, #TreeOfLife, #Perception, #FreeSociety,
#WeAreOne
“This is what you are to say . . . : ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14
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END
Louisiana Girls and Guys Rock “I Rock” Honoree; Christiana Smith African Amer-
ican Alumni Chapter of UL Lafayette Outstanding Graduate Award, among oth-
ers.
To the Front to the Top Consultants, LLC
Boudreaux manages a small business, “To the Front to the Top Consultants” which allows him to give back. On a
number of occasions, he has gone to churches and schools and other community events to share messages with the
people. “To the Front of the class and to The Top of the class”, says Boudreaux.
Mentoring Someone to Follow in his Seat
What Boudreaux has committed to was to make himself available to whomever is interested. When he came onto
the scene, although he’d participated in a number of elections and have been a part of many successful elections, he
didn’t have anyone to give him the A, B, C’s or the 1, 2, and 3’s. He wants to be there for someone. What he has
avoided most is telling people who they need to vote for. “I’m very conscience of that. And that’s something that con-
cerns me, because it gives a lot of authority.” When you have served for a long period and when you’ve gotten a rap-
port with the people, that’s a lot of authority for one person to just say ‘this is who we should support.’ Not knowing
if and what this person may be benefiting to say those things. I take that very seriously.” There have been a number of people who have come and expressed interest in running for the council seat. Bou-
dreaux stated that he has been an open book and has shared from the onset to anyone who comes to him; he will be
talk to them. And of course it’s important, for his wellbeing, because he will have to cast a vote in the next election as
well. He hopes whoever comes after him will make the position better than they found it. He feels that he and his
council members have raised the bar and done well, and a lot of good things have happened, but by no means are they
finished.
Someone will have to take this seat to an even greater level, and that’s the person he’s going to be voting for; the
one who shows that they are ready for this. The person that can take on the big people and can be rooted and ground-
ed with his community, can cross party lines, create relationships to the benefit of the people, and not look for selfish
motives. He’s going to be looking for someone who has everything he’s got and then some. Politics is tough; it’s tough
to get into inner circles.
The prerequisite of having served before being elected goes a long way with Boudreaux. If you don’t have that rec-
ord in place already and you’re trying to begin your record at the election level does not sit well with Boudreaux.
Other Political Aspirations?
Boudreaux is approaching the end of this journey the way he approached the beginning of it. “I’m going to let God
lead me.”
For More Information
~ Contact Councilman Boudreaux at 337.291.8804; feel free to speak the Council staff as Council Members are
not at the office everyday.
~ Mr. Boudreaux is also the Executive Director at CASA of South Louisiana where they advocate on behalf of chil-
dren in Foster Care; those who have been removed from their home due to neglect, abuse or abandonment.
~ Every Sunday at 11:00a.m., tune in to The Community Hour on Magic 104.7 F.M., KNEK where they Inspire,
Educate, Motivate and Encourage.
KENNETH BOUDREAUX CONTINUED
November / December 2017 The Southern View Magazine 12
Tribute to Harold J. Johnson, Sr. October 09, 1952 - September 11, 2017
I can’t remember times we may have argued; I don’t believe there were many. What I do remember
are the many times you stood up and protected me, as many brothers do. Of course, Mom and Dad al-
ways reminded you, you were the oldest. That also meant, in your mind, we had to do whatever you
told us to do; most of the time we obliged! As we grew older together, we became closer in our own
ways. I loved talking to you, of course you did the majority of the talking; I could barely get a word in
edge wise. It was ok! I don’t know what possessed me to video, what is now our last talk. I’m so glad I
did; I will forever cherish it.
You will forever be on my mind and in my heart ~ I Love You, Your Lil Sister, Susan
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Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 12:00PM at St. Joseph
Catholic Church in Broussard, LA., for Mrs. Margaret Joanna Green Guidry.
"The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be
compassionate, and to have it make some difference that you have lived and live well."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Margaret's journey here on earth began on September 15, 1930 to the parents of
Romain and Rozita Boudreaux Green and her life in this earthen vessel ended in the
early morning hours on October 24, 2017 when her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ
called her home to dwell eternally in the mansion He had prepared for her.
She graduated from Paul Breaux High School and attributed her success to the nur-
turing of her teachers, namely W.D. Smith, Lloyd Foote, Birdell Andrus, Ruth White,
Mary Baker Smith, Edna Kinchen, Pearl Lewis and Freddie Mouton. Her college years at
Southern University began with extension classes that were held at St. Antoine Elementary School on Saturday mornings
and to the university campus in Baton Rouge on Thursday nights. Margaret received her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1960,
a Masterâ™s Degree in Education in 1969, Counseling Certification in 1973 and in 1979 received the Louisiana Mental
Health Counseling License. She continued her educational pursuits attending workshops and conferences at Louisiana
State University, University of Southwestern Louisiana (ULL), Grambling State University, Tulane, Xavier and McNeese.
As a dedicated educator for over sixty years with the Lafayette Parish School System, she taught at just about every
elementary school in the system and served as a counselor in the latter years of educational career. As an avid educator,
she joined many of the professional organizations such as the National Education Association, Louisiana Education Asso-
ciation, American Counseling Association, the Lafayette Parish Association of Educators, and the Louisiana Retired
Teachers Association.
Margaret was a caring and loving person who taught not only what students needed in school but also what they
needed to succeed in life. It was not about what you couldn't do but what you could do with your life. She taught that
hard work, education, and determination were key factors of success but to always beware of the Bulldog and the Ger-
man shepherd around the corner. It was those little references to the real world that make students wake-up and take
notice. If she couldn't reach them at school she would get in her Cadillac and go to their homes. There wasn't a road in
Lafayette she didn't travel to go to a parents' home. Even if you didn't know her; chances are she might have taught your
mom or dad or she definitely knew your grandparents. There wasn't a home she wasn't welcomed in with open arms
because it was always about the welfare of your children. Margaret worked hard in and out of school with the students
and families of Lafayette Parish. Many times she could be seen bringing clothes and coats to the Father Segura Center or
finding ways to help needy families. She was there to celebrate with families but also there to comfort them when in sor-
row. Hospitals, churches, and definitely funeral homes knew this remarkable woman. Her determination and willingness
to give 100 percent at all times and strong belief in God made her a pillar of strength for her family, friends, and commu-
nity.
Margaret's church and civic involvement were numerous and included the Knights and Ladies of Peter Claver, Inc. and
for sixty-five years a member of Our Lady of the Rosary Court 115; Society of the Divine Word Priest and Brothers,
Josephite Priests, Brothers and Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Family and Mother Teresa Sisters. She was the
recipient of many awards and plaques from local, state and national civic organizations. One of the most precious to her
was receiving the Eucharist from the Pope when he visited New Orleans. Others included the Silver Medal of Merit, KPC
Woman of Excellent Award, and the Trail Blazer Award from LAE, Southern University Living Legend Award and the
Diocese of Lafayette Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Award.
Among those who remain to cherish the memory of Margaret Green Guidry are her daughter, Cynthia Marie Frances
(Phillip); two granddaughters: Latoya Marie and Lacey Marie Frances; and the love of her life her great grandson, Brailyn
James Francis; her sister, Catherine Batiste; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Romain and Rozita Green; her husband, Whitney J. Guidry; three
sisters: Mathilda Broussard, Irene T. Green and Mary Elizabeth Thornton; and five brothers: Gerard Green, Paul Green,
Anthony Green, Preston Green and Nelson Green.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 8:00AM until time of service at 12:00PM at St. Joseph Catho-
lic Church in Broussard, LA.
Longtime Educator with LPSS Tribute to Margaret Joanna Green Guidry
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In Loving Remembrance of my dear friend, Jamie Porter James. The lives of Jamie and her mother, Adeline Porter Etienne were tragically and horrifically taken on February 27, 2016 by Jamie’s ex-boyfriend.
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OPELOUSAS-Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 11,
2017 in Progressive Baptist Church, 2001 E. Simcoe Street, Lafayette, LA for John
W. Joseph, 84 who entered eternal rest on Friday, November 3, 2017 in Opelousas
General Health System.
Interment will be in Bellevue Memorial Park. Rev. Lloyd Joiner, Jr. Pastor of Pro-
gressive Baptist Church will officiate the Celebration of Life.
John Wilfred Joseph was born on September 29, 1933, to the union of Reverend
Adam Joseph and Mrs. Julia Lee Jones Joseph. His earthly life expired on November
3, 2017.
John W. Joseph was born and raised on his father’s farm in Plaisance, LA during
the time of racial divide and a dual education system, which relegated him to mini-mum and hand-me-down materials for an education. Following the sale of the family farm, the family moved to
Opelousas, LA. John W. Joseph enrolled at St. Landry Parish Colored Training School and graduated with honors in
1951. He then attended Leland College and graduated magna cum laude in May of 1955. He, subsequently, earned a
Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision from Southern University. An additional thirty graduate hours
were earned at USL (now known as ULL), LSU, and Clark Atlanta University.
On December 24, 1955, John W. Joseph was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of his life, Cecile Catherine
Slaughter. Five daughters and three sons were born to this bond of love. He was a devoted husband, father, and
grandfather. His parenting and life were positive models for others to emulate. He was a man of great strength and
principles who loved his spouse, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was a proponent for systemic
maturity. He motivated his children and countless others to strive for excellence.
John W. Joseph accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by his father and pastor, Reverend Adam Joseph,
at Star Light Baptist Church in Opelousas, LA. For more than 50 years, he served as a deacon and superintendent of
the Sunday School at Star Light. For several decades, he served as President of the Brotherhood Department of the
Southwest Missionary Baptist Association of Louisiana. Following the death of his father and pastor, he later joined
Progressive Baptist Church in Lafayette, LA. He has served as Chairman of the Deacons’ Ministry, member of the
Trustees’ Ministry, Discipleship Training Teacher, and as Sunday School Teacher. He ministered to numerous col-
leagues, families, neighbors, students, and friends with godly wisdom. He was loved and adored by all individuals he
impacted. He lived a faithful Christian life.
Because of a genuine love for helping young people develop to their maximum potential in a manner beneficial
to themselves and to society, and following an honorable discharge from the United States Army with two years of
military service, John W. Joseph began teaching in the St. Landry Parish Public School System in January of 1958. His
work ethic, competence, compassion, and dedication enabled him to be appointed to serve in positions at various
ascending system levels. He served as Teacher, Coach, Guidance Counselor, Assistant Principal, Principal, School
System Supervisor, and Director of Federal Programs. His main school system focus was predicated on the belief
that every student could succeed.
Following retirement from the St. Landry Parish Public School System with thirty-two years of creditable, honor-
able, and distinguished service, John W. Joseph was elected in 1986 to serve as the 17th Mayor of the City of Opel-
ousas and the 1st African American Mayor of Louisiana’s 3rd oldest City. An overwhelming endorsement of changes
made by John W. Joseph and his administration during his 1st four-year term was evident as voters re-elected him
in 1990 to serve a 2nd term. His governance was predicated on freedom, opportunity, quality services, and inclu-
sion. His historic eight years energized all.
This anointed public servant was appointed to state wide positions by three Louisiana Governors with confirma-
tions by the State Senate. He served as Deputy Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Social Services, member
of Southern University Board of Supervisors for 8 1/2 years, member of the Louisiana Board of Regents’ Committee
on Academic and Student Affairs, was elected parish-wide member for three terms on the St. Landry Parish Demo-
cratic Executive Committee, became an Executive and Entrepreneur as co-owner of Ford and Joseph Funeral
Obituary for Mr. John W. Joseph, 1st African American Mayor of Opelousas, LA
CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
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Home, Inc., was a member of Keystone
Lodge No. 196, Commander-In-Chief of
R.B. Jones, Sr. Consistory, No. 298, and as a member of Iota Epsilon Sigma
Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma. The life of this icon reflects ten administrative
public service positions.
In an effort to document his legacy and inspire future generations, John
W. Joseph penned a book entitled “From Farm Boy to First Black Mayor”
in 2006. It was a detailed account of his life-challenges and legendary ac-
complishments.
The primary focus during the life of John W. Joseph was to function as
a catalyst in transitioning from a legacy of slavery to inclusion and serve in
positions designed to make a difference in the elevation and advancement
of all mankind. He lived to help others improve the quality of their living and
acquire and use smart power to raise standards. He was endowed with a
clear vision and a resolve to serve as a genuine change agent. He served as a welcomed conduit for helping to make our area a better place to live and
work. His life was well lived, full of service, and a life that will be greatly
missed. He leaves an outstanding legacy for others to emulate and perpetu-
ate. He leaves a phenomenal presence in the lives of all he impacted.
John W. Joseph was preceded in death by his loving wife, Cecile Catherine Joseph and his parents Rev. Adam Jo-
seph and Julia Lee Jones Joseph. He leaves to celebrate his life and perpetuate his legacy: eight children, Cynthia
Bridges (Jesse) of Elk Grove, CA; Brenda Bullard (Theophilus Jerone) of Shreveport, LA; Shelia Jolivette (Col.
Gerard) of Garden Ridge, TX; Rev. John Keith Joseph (Keita) of Fort Worth; Juan M. Joseph (Janya) of Opelousas,
LA; Sonya Helaire (Edmond) of Gilbert, AZ; Justina Lazard (Rev. Darwan) of Ville Platte, LA; and Brent Joseph
(Shirley) of Carencro, LA; 24 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; one brother, Former U. S. Ambassador (to South
Africa), Rev. James A. Joseph (Mary) of Chapel Hill, NC; one nephew, Jeffrey Joseph (Lisa) of Arlington, VA; one
niece, Denise Joseph of Alexandria, VA; and two great-nieces and a host of other relatives and special friends.
Mayor John W. Joseph will lie in state on Friday, November 10, 2017 from 2:00 P.M. to 6 P.M. at Opelousas City
Council Chambers, Executive Department, City of Opelousas Municipal Plaza, 105 N. Main Street, Opelousas, LA for
public viewing.
The family request visiting hours be observed on Saturday, November 11, 2017 from 9:30 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. in
Progressive Baptist Church.
I met Mr. Joseph when I spoke to "Seniors Helping Seniors" in Sunset, LA on Sept. 1, 2017. We spoke briefly; he had agreed to being interviewed by The South-ern View. It was a pleasure to have met Mr. Joseph.
JOSEPH OBITUARY CONTINUED
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23rd Annual Women of Excellence Awards
Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women presented their 23rd Annual Women of Excellence Awards.
Congratulations:
BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL: Nakeisha Pierce, Nedra Epps, Courtney Pitre & Mary Broussard
PUBLIC SERVICE: Traci Aucoin, Dionne Davis & Tara Baudoin
BE BRAVE AWARD: Erica Williams
NON-PROFIT: Janet Jackson, Mary Gothe & Chantelle Aaron
FOUNDERS AWARD: Blue Rolfes PROGRAM OF EXCELENCE: A Pregnancy Center & Clinic
November / December 2017 The Southern View Magazine 18
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Healthy Treats for Santa and His Reindeer
As Santa Claus makes his yearly trek around the
world, children everywhere will leave treats for the big
guy to fuel him on his ride. But don't forget Santa needs
nutrition too.
If Mr. C. drinks a glass of whole milk and eats two
butter cookies at every American household he visits,
he will consume more than 7 billion calories and more
than 3 million grams of fat in one night.
So take time to leave Santa a healthy treat, like low-fat milk and graham crackers. And don't forget
his reindeer; they'll like chopped vegetables like carrots, celery and broccoli.
Getting your children involved in
prepping Santa's snack plate can be a
great way to teach them the importance
of healthy diet, especially when they
need energy for a task as demanding as
Santa's.
By Dr. Jennifer Jackson, RD, LDN
Source: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy New Year from The Southern View Magazine!
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SR. PASTORAL ALLIANCE OF SW LA
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Southerner’s Tips for Good Health! By Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
Christmas Morning Breakfast! Whole wheat pancakes
(blueberries, bananas, walnuts and blended with Cinnamon Oat
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sage. To avoid/reduce salt, I use an array of special seasonings to taste! I use Extra Light Tasting Olive Oil.
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Rickey Smiley, host of the nation-
ally syndicated radio program "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show" and CEO of Breakwind Entertainment in Lafayette to promote his book, Stand by Your Truth: And Then Run for Your Life! City Parish Council Chair, Kenneth Boudreaux
presented Mr. Smiley the following:
1. Certificate making him an Honorary Creole
2. Proclaimed Nov. 3rd as Rickey Smiley Day in
Lafayette
3. The Keys to the City of Lafayette
Stand by Your Truth: And Then Run for Your Life!
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Rickey Smiley, host of the national-ly syndicated radio program "The Rick-ey Smiley Morning Show" and CEO of Breakwind Enter-tainment in Lafa-
yette to promote his book, Stand by Your
Truth: And Then Run for Your Life!
Book signing at Barnes & Nobel
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It is agreed that the earlier you start saving for retirement, the better. The big ques-
tion on the minds of many savers, however, is: “How am I doing?” This article will show
you some rough milestones to try and reach. (Keep in mind that you may need to save
more or less than these amounts based on your objectives and lifestyle and income
needs.)
At age 30, can you have the equivalent of a year’s salary saved? Some 30-year-olds have
the equivalent of a year’s salary in debt, it is true; the thing is, you can probably manage
debt and save and invest to build wealth simultaneously. One way to plan to reach this
goal is to save (and invest) about a fifth of your after-tax income beginning at age 25.
That assumes you start at 25 with no savings; if you start saving and investing earlier,
the goal may be easier to attain.1
At age 40, will your savings be triple that of your yearly earnings? The average American currently saves about
3.5% of his or her income. Can you save 3.5% of what you earn at 25 or 30 and build a six-figure retirement fund
by your 40th birthday? Perhaps, if you are an absolute investing wizard or start your career with a salary north of
$100,000. Otherwise, saving and investing 10-15% of what you earn annually will be crucial in planning to reach
this goal.1,2
When you are 50, will your savings be about six times your salary? Slow and steady saving and investing could get
you there, but building up $250,000 or more in retirement money can be a challenge given factors like child-rearing, divorce, periodic unemployment, or health concerns. One response is to adjust your discretionary spend-
ing habits, if life allows.1
At 60, will your savings equal eight or nine times what you earn annually? Amassing $500,000 or more in retire-
ment assets should be a priority. Even if you have not managed this, other resources can help you generate retire-
ment income in the years ahead: you will have Social Security benefits coming your way and possibly home equity
or executive compensation or business proceeds to make your financial future more promising.1
Saving and investing 10-15% of your annual pay merits serious consideration. Through recurring contributions to
tax-deferred retirement savings accounts, you can make saving and investing a regular process. Your future self
may thank you.
This material was prepared by MarketingPro, Inc., and does not necessarily represent the views of the presenting party, nor their affiliates. This information has been
derived from sources believed to be accurate. Please note - investing involves risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. The publisher is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional services. If assistance is needed, the reader is advised to engage the services of a competent professional. This information should not be construed as investment, tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for the purpose of avoiding any Federal tax penalty. This is neither a solicitation nor
recommendation to purchase or sell any investment or insurance product or service, and should not be relied upon as such. All indices are unmanaged and are not illustra-
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How Much Should You Save By Age 30, 40, 50, or 60?
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www.facebook.com/swbartley or www.linkedin.com/in/swbartley
Stephen W. Bartley,
Bartley & Co. Financial
What number should you strive to reach?
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After 33 years of loyal, faithful and honorable service,
First Sergeant Lindsey Duplechain Halley retired from the
United States Army Reserves on 5 May 2014. First Sergeant
Lindsey Duplechain Halley (Retired) is a native of Church
Point. She is the oldest child of Lloyd and the late Lucy Du-
plechain, of Church Point, Louisiana. She’s a 1975 graduate
of Church Point High School. She joined the United States
Army in August of 1978 and attended Basic Training at Ft.
Leonard Wood, MO, where she was among the second cycle
of females to train with males. She attended and completed
her Advanced Individual Training (AIT) as Personnel Specialist
at Fort Jackson, SC. Upon graduation, her first duty assign-ment in the Army was at Fort Jackson, SC, at the Fort Jack-
son Transfer Point, as a Records Specialist. In 1980 she was
honorably discharged from Active Duty. In 1989 she joined
the United States Army Reserves where she held multiple
positions of Leadership in both the Human Resources and
Finance Military Occupation Skill job specialties.
1SG Halley was mobilized in support of Operation Desert
Storm/Desert Shield as an Administrative Non-
Commissioned Officer (NCO). She served as an Instructor
for the US Army for ten years as a Senior Instructor, Course
Manager, Site Manager and Assistant Area Manager. She also
served and held the Leadership positions of Platoon Sergeant,
Operations NCO and First Sergeant.
In 2003, she was mobilized to Ft. Sill, OK and served as the
Operations NCO in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
(OIF)/Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) where she held
positions of Leadership on Active and Reserve duty and as a
Platoon Sergeant, Operations NCO, First Sergeant, and Act-
ing Commander. Her primary responsibility was to oversee
the entire Operations of a Conus Replacement Company
tasked to prepare Soldiers for deployment in Iraq and Af-
ghanistan.
1SG Halley served two tours of duty in Iraq and Kuwait.
In May of 2005, she was deployed in support of Operation
Iraqi Freedom and served as a Pay Manager, Disbursing
Agent, Finance NCOIC and Detachment Sergeant at Camp
Bucca, Iraq. Her primarily responsible was to handle all Fed-
eral money matters distributed at Camp Bucca to Soldiers,
the International Red Cross, and foreign nationals alike. She
also served as a Human Resources Manager and the S-1
NCOIC at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, responsible for all person-
nel matters for the entire Battalion.
In June 2007, she was mobilized with the 469th FMC as
the Senior Financial Management Advisor, Acting Financial
Management Center’s Sergeant Major, and Mobilization
NCO. In March 2008 she was deployed once more, in sup-
port of Operation Iraqi Freedom as a Financial Management
Advisor in Camp Balad, Iraq and a Financial Auditor at Camp
Arifjan, Kuwait, where she was the Senior NCO In
Charge of conducting audits of major U.S. Army
contractors, to include Heilbronn and KBR, as well
as foreign national contracts.
Her awards and decoration includes the Army
Commendation Medal (5th Award), Army Achieve-
ment Medal (4th Award), Army Good Conduct
Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement
Medal (5th Award), National Defense Service Medal
(2nd Award), Global War On Terrorism Expedition-
ary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Med-
al, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Non
Commissioned Officer Professional Development
Ribbon (3rd Award), Army Service Ribbon, Over-seas Service Ribbon (2nd Award), Armed Forces
Reserve Medal with “M” device and 20 Year De-
vice. She was recommended for the Legion of Mer-
it award, upon her retirement.
While serving on both Active and Reserve duty
1SG Halley obtained both her Bachelor and Mas-
ters degrees. On 11 December 2010 she was
awarded her Bachelor of Science in Multidiscipli-
nary Studies, and graduated Magna Cum Laude,
From The Desk Of 1SG Halley By Lindsey Duplechain Halley
CONTINUED ON PAGE 35
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Our pro-
gram began 30
years ago
when I had to
spend a lot of
time reinforc-
ing my neph-
ews and niec-
es of their val-
ue. I had to explain that just because their dad was incarcerated
it does not reflect on their value nor does it in any way implicate
them into the parent’s decision making. They were bullied and
embarrassed but they made it.
I advised them that they did not have to become prisoners
to their past but pilots of their future. Most of them did well ex-cept a couple who decided to follow their Dad. Our entire goal
is to change the directory of the prison pipeline by disconnecting
the system and reconnecting them to family.
To be part of our Program the prisoner has to agree to
change their lives and attend any church of their conviction in
prison, the encourage us to communicate with their family and
develop a relationship with them to help during their imprison-
ment.
We even help the prisoner reunited with family in a fair and
dignified way, assist in job placement and keep them close to the
Church,
Therefore we have picnics, banquets, gift giving, summer
camps and outings all year to help these children and their par-
ent.
By Abram Freeman
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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408 Jeanne St., Lafayette, LA
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The two designs to the left was a dress she hand
crocheted for herself to wear for her brother’s
wedding in 1987. I was sick and we couldn’t find a
dress to fit me. She began crocheting pieces for her
daughter. She always had an interest in fashion but
didn’t know how to sew. She purchased an antique
Singer at a garage sale in 1994 and taught herself.
Denise started making home decor items then grad-
uated to simple alterations. In 2003 she came upon
the biker scene and started sewing patches and re-
purposing leather. Her leather designs took off and
that motivated her to branch out and get serious.
Denise’s designs are custom. She uses pictures that
clients bring as inspiration to get a grasp on what
they would like. They come together and collabo-rate to create their vision. She’s a very creative per-
son so she’s inspired when they create the vision but
they also give her the green light to add her own
special touches. She cannot follow a crochet pattern
so all of those designs are created as she works on
the garment. She can sew with or without a pattern
but prefer to create her own. She usually use pat-
terns for basic fit.
For your personal design, contact Denise at 337-326-2843;
[email protected] or visit her at
711 East Simcoe Street
Lafayette, LA.
Tranise’s Treasures by Denise Rene Jolivette
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Curly Couture is a natural hair product retail store & a natural hair salon located at 601 Kaliste Saloom Rd.
Suite 1-B Lafayette, LA.
The doors for Curly Couture opened on January 5, 2016. For those unfamiliar with the term “natural hair”,
it is used to define kinky, coily, curly, or wavy hair that has not been straightened through chemical processing.
The idea for an exclusive spot for naturals was born from my personal struggle with my young daughter’s
hair. She struggled with moisture retention, breakage, and split ends. All research and education was strictly
online; which of course was not customized to fit me personally. There was not a location in Lafayette where I
could physically speak to educated and licensed professionals.
Curly Couture specializes in creating & growing healthy strong hair. We then educate the customer on how to maintain
their natural tresses in between salon visits.
A few of the services offered *Wash & Go’s *Double (2) Strand Twists *Bantu Knots *Ceramic Press (straightening natural hair) *Trims and Hair Cuts
*Dreadlocks (Re-twists & Starter Locs) *Cornrows *Crochet Braid Installs *Box Braids *Senegalese Braids
*Goddess Braids *Roller Sets *Flexi- Rod Sets *Permanent & Semi Permanent Color Install *Comb Coils *Blow Outs
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TRANISE’S TREASURES CONTNUED
Congratulations
Nicholas
Malbreaux
2018
Young Men of Distinction!
Presented by:
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
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By Rema Washington, CPA
So How’s Your Relationship With Your CPA?
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from Grantham University, with a 3.8 GPA. On 24 February 2013
she was awarded her Masters of Science in Performance Improve-
ment, and graduated with Distinction from Grantham University, with a 4.0 GPA.
1SG Lindsey Duplechain Halley lives between Lafayette, and Church Point Louisiana with
her fiancé Terry Bourne, who is a retired Navy Veteran of 21 years, and their Manx cat, Miss
Kitty. She is the proud mother of Mia Alisha-Rose Halley, her daughter, and only child. She
is the big sister of Penny Chavis, Roger Duplechain, Jean Kaye Duplechain, Kenny Duplechain
and the late Tammy Duplechain Smith. She is also the proud Auntie (Mother) of Tamra, Mi-
cah, Michael, Reginald and Desiree Duplechain, her late sister Tammy Duplechain Smith’s
children, and the proud Great-Auntie (Gram) of Malijah and Noah Wiltz. She is a published
Author, avid reader, Community Servant, member of the American Legion Post 225 and
Veterans of Foreign War Post 9903. She serves on the SMILE Community Action Board of
Directors and the Auxiliary Board of the Extra Mie. She is a CASA Voluntary, and a mem-
ber of The Knights of Peter Clavier St. Lucy Court #79 and is a lifelong member of Our
Mother of Mercy Church. She wrote and published her first Children’s book, “Noah Meets Charlie, the Little Lost Garden Snake” in 2015. She is currently working on her next Chil-
dren’s book where Noah and Charlie will speak on Bullying. 1SG Halley and her fiancé has also recently added a
new member to their family. They rescued and abandoned baby kitten, Caddy, who lives with them at their Country
home.
It takes courage for a soldier to risk life and limb for his country. The least we civilians can do is to honor these
heroes. That is the basis of the Veterans Day celebration—to venerate these great men and women with words of
appreciation. The edifice of our society stands on the martyrdom of these selfless souls. Here are some inspiring Vet-
erans Day quotes. They remind the younger generation of their duty towards their country and inspire them to
uphold the tradition of liberty, fraternity, and equality.
FROM THE DESK OF 1SG HALLEY CONTINUED
END
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It’s Just F.Y.I. For Your Information!
Cheria N Lane Mackey
Perusing TSVM Followers ~ Interesting Posts/Photos; Just Thought I’d Share...
Edwina Francis Gervis Williams
Karen Miller Lewis
Antoinette Jones Opelousas CAO
Kisharra Faith Angelety Lindsey Duplechain Halley
Robin Corbins Robinson
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In the Spotlight! A glimpse of past events...
October 31, 2017 Derrick Edwards, Candidate for Secretary of State Campaigns in Lafayette, LA at AOC
Photos by Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
November 7, 2017 Shanena Chaisson addresses the City Parish Council after accepting awards (Outstanding Citizen and
Good Samaritan, Courageousness & Heroism Award) which were posthumously presented to her brother,
Christon Chaisson: The Good Samaritan. Lafayette, LA
November 7, 2017,
Delta Beautillion 2018
"Commitment Ceremony"
Congratulations to the 2018
Young Men of Distinction!
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In the Spotlight! A glimpse of past events...
Alzina Burrell Dural, Season’s the Green ~ 2017 Strong Girl Chronicles Awards Banquet Lafayette, LA
Photos by Susannah Johnson Malbreaux
December 14, 2017 Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce Christmas Social, Lafayette, LA
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December 14, 2017 ~ Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce holds annual Christmas Social!
Business Owners,
Family & Friends
celebrated the event
at the Schilling
Shack, Lafayette, LA
It was an opportunity
for business owners to
network and socialize.
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