Agenda for Aug. 1 Patterson City Council meeting
Mon, 07/31/2023 - 5:54pm
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Suspect arrested in Amelia vehicle thefts; MCPD makes eight arrests on fighting charges
Mon, 07/31/2023 - 1:25pm
Staff Report
(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)
Assumption deputies have charged one of three men suspected in the December theft of two utility vehicles from an Amelia business. Morgan City police reported eight arrests on charges of disturbing the peace by fighting over the weekend.
Assumption
Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:
--Bryan Kelly Wright, 49, Ponderosa Lane, Gray, was transferred to the Assumption Parish Detention Facility on Friday and booked on two counts of theft of a motor vehicle and one count of simple criminal damage to property.
The charges result from a Dec. 9 incident at a business on East Service Road.
Deputies responded to the business to investigate the theft of two side-by-side utility vehicles. Detectives began an investigation and identified three suspects: Wright; Adam Joseph Carriere, 40, Houma; and Stephen M. Sheppard, 51, Houma.
The Sheriff's Office issued warrants for the three men, all of whom were incarcerated in other jurisdictions.
On Friday, Wright was transferred to the Assumption Parish Detention Center and booked on the charges. He remains incarcerated with bond set at $80,000.
Carrere was previously arrested and posted bond the same charges.
Sheppard is currently incarcerated in another facility and will be charged in Assumption Parish later.
Morgan City
Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 114 calls for service over the last 72-hour reporting period and made these arrests:
--Chad Michael Bertrand, 38, Joey Street, Patterson, was arrested at 9 a.m. Friday as a fugitive from the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office.
--Laron Dewayne Miller, 36, Cohen Street, Marrero, was arrested at 9:22 a.m. Friday on charges of remaining after forbidden and battery of emergency room personnel.
--Lashana Bennet, 42, Tiffany Street, Patterson, was arrested at 1:43 p.m. Friday on a charge of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--Ann Oncale, 64, Cypress Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:24 p.m. Friday on charges of disturbing the peace and loud music from a vehicle.
--Arthur Louis Oncale, 37, Victor II Boulevard, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:19 p.m. Friday on a charge of loud music from a vehicle.
--Arthur Joseph Oncale Jr., 68, Cypress Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:19 p.m. Friday on charges of disturbing the peace and loud music from a vehicle.
--Laquiesha Holmes, 43, Alabama, was arrested at 8:39 p.m. Friday as a fugitive from Caldwell County, Texas.
--Tifton Bingham, 21, Dexter Avenue, was arrested at 8:39 p.m. Friday on a charge of possession of marijuana.
--Joshua David Dimaggio, 25, Rose Street, Berwick, was arrested at 12:14 a.m. Saturday on charges of possession of marijuana and contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile.
--Blaine Chanel Tramonte, 22, Bayou Drive, Pierre Part, was arrested at 1:59 p.m. Saturday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Devin Michael Leblanc, 21, River Road, Berwick, was arrested at 1:59 p.m. Saturday on charges of simple battery and disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Colby John Alleman, 22, Davis North Bay Road, Pierre Part, was arrested at 1:59 p.m. Saturday on a charge of interference with a law enforcement investigation.
--Christopher Sylvester Jr., 27, Pinecrest Drive, Pineville, was arrested at 6:36 p.m. Saturday on charges of possession of cocaine, introduction of contraband into a penal facility and failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--Demarcus S. Roy, 30, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:48 p.m. Saturday on a charge of illegal use of a controlled dangerous substance in the presence of a juvenile.
--Misty Lynn Gaudet, 35, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:24 a.m. Sunday on two counts of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--Drake Domingue, 33, Mayon Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:25 a.m. Sunday on charges of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court) and as a fugitive from the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office.
--Jorge Antonio Vasquez-Bran, 26, Victor II Boulevard, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:50 a.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Daniel Hernandez, 20, Victor II Boulevard, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:50 a.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Jiminnson Merdrano, 31, Victor II Bouelvard, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:50 a.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Angel Medrano, 24, Victor II Boulevard, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:50 a.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting) and four counts of failure to appear for trial (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
---Raymond Lee Gautreaux, 29, Bridge Road, Patterson, was arrested at 2:03 a.m. Sunday on a charge of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--John Wayne Ross, 54, Second Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:59 p.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting).
--Carlos Lopez, 50, Federal Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:59 p.m. Sunday on a charge disturbing the peace (fighting).
St. Mary
Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 84 complaints and made these arrests:
--Waylan Leonard Payne, 42, Franklin, was arrested at 10:06 p.m. Saturday on a charge of battery of a dating partner (child endangerment law). Bail was set at $15,000.
--Xavier Omar Clark, 18, Centerville, was arrested at 10:56 p.m. Saturday on charges of disturbing the peace (fighting) and resisting arrest or officer. Bail was set at $1,000.
--Tyrek Jamal Colbert, 21, Centerville, was arrested at 10:56 p.m. Saturday on a charge of disturbing the peace (fighting). Bail was set at $1,500.
--William Sidney Huguet, 36, Galliano, was arrested at at 6:20 p.m. Saturday on charges of unauthorized entry to an inhabited dwelling and resisting arrest or officer. Bail was set at $50,000.
--Courtney Paul Mayer, 35, Franklin, was arrested at 11:26 p.m. Saturday on charges of terrorizing, disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and entry or remaining on forbidden place. Bail was set at $7,000.
--Anthony Jude Leblanc Sr., 63, Gibson, was arrested at 2:42 p.m. Sunday on charges of disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and possession of a legend drug without a prescription. Bail was set at $2,000.
Berwick
Chief David S. Leonard reported these arrests:
--Tanara Walker, 27, Patterson was arrested at 1:34 p.m. Friday on Patterson Police Department warrants alleging aggravated battery, aggravated criminal damage to property and disturbing the peace.
About 1:12 p.m. Friday, the Berwick Police Department responded to a residence on Nichole Lane to remove a subject. It was learned that Walker was the person being asked to leave the premises.
During this time, it was learned that Walker had active warrants through the Patterson Police Department. Walker was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department for booking.
--Bonnie Manzo, 60, Berwick, was arrested at 10:05 p.m. Friday on a charge of domestic abuse battery.
About 9:14 p.m. Friday, the Berwick Police Department responded to a 911 hang-up. While speaking with Manzo it was learned that there had been an altercation between her and a victim.
Officers spoke with the victim, who reported being struck by Manzo. Manzo was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department where she was booked..
--Margaret Guidroz, 44, Patterson was arrested at 02:07 a.m. Sunday on a Lafourche Parish warrant alleging contempt of court.
About 1:38 a.m. Sunday, a traffic stop was conducted, and Guidroz was identified as a passenger. While speaking with Guidroz, it was learned that she had active warrants through the Lafourche Parish Sheriffs Office. Guidroz was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department for booking.
--Marvin Hudson, 53, Lynn Haven, Florida, was arrested at 9:17 p.m. Sunday on a charge of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.
At 8:50 p.m., the Berwick Police Department received a call about a subject entering a residence. The complainant advised that a unknown male subject entered his home and began cursing at him, then left. A description was given, and officers were able to locate the subject a short time later in the area.
He was identified as Hudson and was placed under arrest. Hudson was transported to the Berwick Police Department where he was booked.
Patterson
Chief Garrett Grogan reported these arrests:
--Steven Aucoin, 30, Sandi Drive, Patterson, was arrested at 11:29 p.m. on a charge of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. Aucoin was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.
--Rubio L. Yirelis, 37, Taft Street, Patterson, was arrested at 5:16 p.m. Sunday on charges of child endangerment and obscenity.
--Jeffery Schexnider, 44, David Drive, Patterson, was arrested at 9:21 p.m. Sunday on charges of criminal damage to property and unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. Schexnider was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.
Franklin
Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to 15 complaints over the weekend and made these arrests:
--Zachary Guidry, 25, Channing Way, Sunset, was arrested at 8:02 a.m. Friday on charges of speeding and reckless operation. Guidry was booked, processed and released on a $568 bond.
--David Madison, 59, Iberia Street, Franklin, was arrested at 10 a.m. Friday on a warrant dated July 20 alleging simple battery. Madison was booked, processed and released on a $2,500 bond.
--Thomas Jones, 34, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:25 p.m. Friday on charges of speeding and suspended driver's license. Jones was booked, processed and released on a $1,250 bond.
--Nolberto Gonzales, 55, La. 308, Thibodaux, was arrested at 8:19 p.m. Sunday on the charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, careless operation and no driver's license. Gonzales was booked, processed and released
Body discovered in Bayou Teche; deputies release identity
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 8:57pm
A body was found Friday in the Bayou Teche, Sheriff Blaise Smith said.
The victim is identified as Terry Babin, 64, of Jeanerette.
At 12:30 p.m. Friday, a deputy answered a call about "a boater whose boat was observed in the Bayou Teche without him in it," the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said.
A deputy, accompanied by a family member of the boater, located the body in the Bayou Teche a short time later. He was located near his vessel, which was close to the bank.
Detectives began a death investigation. They found no evidence of foul play, the Sheriff's Office said.
Suspect arrested in five Bayou L'Ourse burglaries
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 4:10pm
Staff Report
(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)
Assumption Parish detectives made an arrest Wednesday in their investigation into five burglaries in the Bayou L'Ourse area.
Assumption
Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:
--Lakell Mikell Honor, 20, Aristle Road, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested Wednesday on five counts of simple burglaries.
The arrest resulted from the investigation into a string of burglaries in the Bayou L’Ourse area. Detectives identified Honor as a suspect.
On Wednesday, detectives executed a search warrant at Honor's Aristle Road address. They recovered evidence connected to the burglaries.
Arrest warrants were obtained for Honor. He was arrested Wednesday and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center with bond set at $75,000.
Morgan City
Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 88 calls for service over the last 48-hour reporting period and made these arrests.
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-John Wayne Ross, 54, Second Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:38 a.m. Thursday on charges of littering in public places.
--Caleb Ra’shawn Givens, 22, Mallard Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:45 p.m. Thursday on charges of simple assault, remaining after forbidden and failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).
--Joseph Aaron Cagnolatti, 28, Russo Street, Berwick, was arrested at 7:58 p.m. Thursday on a charge of simple assault.
--Wesley Daniel Landry, 28, Zerlee Street, Morgan City, was arrested 9:11 p.m. Thursday on a charge of improper lighting, expired driver's license and failure to appear for sentencing (16th Judicial District Court) and as a fugitive from St. Martin Parish.
--Devante Harris, 23, Stirrup Court, Hephzibah, Georgia, was arrested at 10:24 p.m. Thursday on charges of possesison of marijuana and improper lighting.
--Christopher Dwaine Woods, 31, Mount Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:44 a.m. Friday on a charge of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court) and as a fugitive from the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office.
--James Darren Robinson, 54, 11th Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:32 p.m. Wednesday on charges of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court) and failure to appear fro trial (16th Judicial Court).
St. Mary
Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 48-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 55 complaints and made these arrests:
--De’vontrius Kerron Perro, 25, Franklin, was arrested at 11:36 p.m. Thursday on a charge of domestic abuse battery. Bail has not been set at this time.
--Vinnie Austin Sr., 48, Franklin, was arrested at 10:36 p.m. Wednesday on charges of disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and two counts of threatening a public official. Bail has not been set at this time.
--Hunter Michael Chauvin, 27, Houma was arrested 1 p.m. Wednesday on two warrants alleging failure to appear on charges of domestic abuse (child endangerment law); simple battery; operating a vehicle while license is suspending, revoked or canceled; failure to secure vehicle registration.
Chauvin was also named in an MCPD warrant alleging failure to appear.
Bail has not been set on the SMPSO charges at this time, and a hold has been placed on Chauvin for another agency.
Franklin
Chief Cedric Handy reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to nine complaints over the past 48-hour reporting period and made these arrests arrests:
--Arlest Madison, 48, Liner Street, Franklin, was arrested at 1:25 p.m. Wednesday on charges of operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses and stop sign violation. Madison was booked, processed and released on a $1,500 bond.
--Ariel Brown, 40, Easy Street, Franklin, was arrested at 6:57 a.m. Thursday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on charges of stop signs and yield signs, driver must be licensed, and no insurance. Brown was booked, processed and released on a $423.00 bond.
--Raymond White, 39, Theresa Street, Franklin, was arrested at 4:58 p.m. Thursday on charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, reckless operation of a vehicle, and simple criminal damage to property. White was booked, processed and held with no bond set at the time of press release.
--Jarmontay Robertson, 29, Robertson Street, Franklin, was arrested at 6:49 p.m. Thursday on a warrant dated June 19 alleging resisting an officer, and on a warrant dated July 3 alleging aggravated second-degree battery. Robertson was additionally arrested on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charges of simple criminal damage to property, remaining where forbidden and possession of drug paraphernalia. Robertson was booked, processed and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.
Morgan City Council looks at creating economic development district
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 2:34pm
By BILL DECKER
bdecker@daily-review.com
The Morgan City Council on Tuesday got a look at ordinances that would create an economic development district funded by a tax on hotel and motel guests.
The ordinance was introduced at the regular fourth-Tuesday meeting. Mayor Lee Dragna has promoted the district as a way to promote the city.
“Someone has to say, ‘Come to Morgan City,’” Dragna said after the meeting. “Not St. Mary Parish. Not Cajun Coast. Just Morgan City.”
Another ordinance introduced Tuesday would rezone a portion of the M.D. Shannon school property for residential use only, part of the plan to develop lots for sale there.
Also Tuesday, the council picked Waste Pro of Louisiana as the city’s new residential trash collection contractor beginning Nov. 1. The council heard a generally positive audit report, and decided to join in a large lawsuit over chemical contamination with a proposed nationwide settlement in the billions.
Development
district
The council passed a resolution authorizing advertisement of its intention to create the Morgan City Hotel/Motel Corridor Economic Development District. The ordinances introduced Tuesday would actually create the district, composed entirely of property containing hotels, and authorize a tax of 2% on hotel and motel occupancy.
The tax does not require a citywide vote, Dragna said.
The tax authorization ordinance said the district “to create a special trust fund, … the purpose of which is to fund economic development projects selected by the District. …”
The tax actually levied may be less than 2%.
Dragna read from a letter from Emmy Fuson of the Louisiana Travel Association, indicating that they’d agreed on a way to smooth over concerns on the part of hotel and motel owners.
The letter requested a sunset provision requiring reauthorization of the tax every three years and a tax of 1%.
The ordinance says 2%, but “the intent is to levy 1%,” Dragna said.
Two members of the association are likely to be on the district’s five-member board.
Typically, ordinances that are introduced at one meeting come up for a public hearing and passage vote the following month. The next City Council meeting will be Aug. 22.
One way to promote economic development here would be to create a sports complex for baseball, softball, pickleball and tennis, Dragna said after the meeting.
“That’s the next generation of tourism,” he said.
Trash pick-up
The council agreed with Public Works Director Mike Loupe’s recommendation to name Waste Pro of Louisiana as the city’s next residential trash pick-up contractor.
Waste Pro USA operates in 10 states. Its Louisiana operation currently serves 75,000 Louisiana customers, Assumption Parish residents among them.
Waste Pro submitted the low base bid of $21.48 per household per month. Waste Pro was one of four companies submitting bids, including Waste Management, Pelican Waste & Debris and current contractor Republic Services.
Waste Pro has agreed to put new trucks on the road in Morgan City, a major consideration for Loupe. He said older trucks sometimes lead to breakdowns and cleanup expenses.
Morgan City households will pay a rate higher than the $21.48. The exact charge was not available at press time.
Audit
Morgan City got good marks on its 2022 audit, performed by Kolder, Slaven and Co.
One recurring item in audits, the use of separate budgets for the 6th Ward Morgan City Court and the City Marshal’s Office, appeared again. Accountant Kristin Holcombe said the standard is to have them included in the city government budget.
The city court and marshal’s budget are audited separately.
Other black marks were largely technical in nature, including the inclusion of a purchase option in a lease agreement for equipment, which made the agreement subject to bid laws, Holcombe said.
Also, the agreement under which the city government purchased the M.D. Shannon property for $100,000 over three years was an extension of credit beyond 90 days, which means the deal should have gone before the State Bond Commission, she said.
The firm recommends that the city government should have a big enough reserve to handle operating expenses from one to two months. Holcombe said the general fund, utility fund and city budget are all at the borderline between one and two months.
She said city officials may want to look at reducing expenses or increasing revenue to increase its reserve funds.
M.D. Shannon
The council introduced an ordinance that would rezone a portion of the M.D. Shannon school property to R1-E, which forbids commercial uses, mobile homes and containerized homes.
The city bought the land from the St. Mary Parish School Board with plans to sell 15 lots for garden-style homes on the property while keeping the school building for youth programs and other events.
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning at its July 18 meeting.
The ordinance could come up for a public hearing and passage vote as soon as Aug. 22.
Lawsuit
The council voted 3-1 to join in a lawsuit, the settlement of which could put money into the city treasury. How much has yet to be determined, but it will be 10% larger because the council met a deadline with Tuesday’s vote, local attorney Gerard Bourgeois said.
The lawsuit is over the development and use of a widely used class of chemicals called PFAs. The chemicals came into use in the 1960s in foam used to smother flames in aviation accidents. PFAs have also been used in nonstick cookware and fabric treatments.
PFAs break down slowly and have been linked to health problems, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency website. National media accounts say the possible effects include liver damage and some forms of cancer.
Bourgeois said tests of Morgan City water found traces of the chemicals that were below the level considered dangerous.
The 3M chemical company reached an agreement June 22 in a series of lawsuits to settle for $10.3 billion. More negotiations are underway with Dupont, another industry giant.
Councilmen Tamporello, Steve Domangue and Tim Hymel voted to take part in the lawsuit. Councilman Mark Stephens voted no because he’s uncomfortable with the idea that money is coming from the lawsuits without cost. He said he had the same objection to a similar agreement settling opioid lawsuits.
“Somebody somewhere is paying,” Stephens said.
Spending
The council approved six Finance Committee recommendations for this item:
—$10,000 from excess sales tax revenue toward the purchase of a bus for the Morgan City Youth Center.
—$12,325 for 10 AR-style rifles for the Police Department.
—Up to $10,000 from the City Hall construction fund to repair the exterior of the Police Department and 6th Ward Morgan City Court.
—Up to $300,000 in American Rescue Plan money to build a pavilion at Lake End Parkway.
—Up to $30,000 from excess sales tax revenue to upgrade analog cameras at the Police Department and Morgan City Jail to digital.
—$53,200 from excess court and fine revenue to install eight cameras at entrances to the city. The cameras would be linked to a national database that could quickly find and identify vehicles belonging to fugitives or those fleeing a crime scene.
Youth panel forming in Morgan City
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 2:18pm
BILL DECKER
Lucy Kincade wants to be a lawyer.
And at age 15, the Central Catholic student has already successfully pleaded a case: a case for creating a panel of young people with a voice in community affairs.
On Tuesday, Kincade asked the council to create a six-member advisory council composed of Morgan City high school students.
“Our youths need to have a voice in our town,” she said.
And there was general agreement from the council and Mayor Lee Dragna.
“We need ideas from the youth,” said Councilman Tim Hymel, the recently retired principal at Morgan City High.
Kincade is one of 31 members of the Louisiana Youth Advisory Council, a body created by the Legislature. The council members are high school students “with an interest in representing the voices of young people across the state. It opens the line of communication between youth and the Legislature and gives students the opportunity to be involved in the workings of government.”
The members serve for a year and apply to lawmakers for places on the council. The council must include three students from each of the six Louisiana congressional districts. The rest are chosen at large.
The members are chosen by the Louisiana Commission on Civic Education.
For the Morgan City panel, Kincade suggested six members, all high school students in Morgan City, each with a letter of recommendation and a grade point average of at least 3.0.
Councilman Lou Tamporello suggested removing the GPA requirement out of concern that exclusion could lead to legal challenges. The motion creating the panel without the GPA standard passed without objection.
“Overall, I believe we need kids who have a passion and a drive,” Kincade said.
She’s the daughter of Melinda and Steven Kincade.
WILLIAM DEWITT HUNTER
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 2:09pm
William William Dewitt Hunter, 85, a resident of Calumet, Louisiana, passed away peacefully, July 24, 2023, at University Medical Center in New Orleans. He departed this world surrounded by his loving family, leaving behind a legacy of justice, wisdom, and boundless generosity as a man of God and a member of the Catholic Church.
Bill’s journey began August 7, 1937, the son of Dewitt Hiram Hunter and Katherine Pearl May Hunter, in Roxana, Illinois. A thirst for knowledge was instilled in him early on and led him to pursue a business degree from Washington University in St. Louis followed by a law degree from Louisiana State University. He moved to Morgan City, Louisiana, in the mid-60s, where he began a distinguished 35-year career practicing law, specializing in maritime and personal injury cases.
Bill’s dedication to the pursuit of justice extended beyond the role of attorney. In 1995, he donned the judge’s robe, having been elected to a state court judgeship unopposed. During his time in the 16th Judicial District Court, Bill paved the way for the district’s first drug treatment court and received national recognition for his efforts.
His work with the program was a testament to his compassion and desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those who sought redemption. After retiring from the bench in 2009, Bill continued to offer his guidance to countless individuals often working pro bono right up until his last days. Away from work, Bill found solace and contentment at his plantation home on Bayou Teche in Calumet.
In the arms of his family, Bill found joy and companionship. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 26 years, Mary Colleen Whitley Hunter; his four children, Michelle Hunter Trapp and her husband, Ronnie Trapp, Katherine Hunter Fondren, William Dewitt Hunter II and Robert Glenn Hunter; five grandchildren, Mary Frances Aucoin, Emma Levert Aucoin, Sutton Avery Fondren, Audrey Elaine Trapp, and Reine Augusta Fondren. Bill cherished his role as husband, father and grandfather, and while it often went unspoken, it was never doubted by those he loved and who loved him. His children and grandchildren will each carry forward his legacy with pride and love.
He also leaves behind a brother, Robert Gene Hunter, and his wife, Carolyn, and their children and grandchildren.
Bill was truly grateful to his devoted assistant of 43 years, Sue Adams, and her husband, Mike Adams. They were and still are family. Henry Aucoin and the medical teams at Ochsner Hospital, especially Barbara O’Connell and University Medical Center, also earned the family’s deepest gratitude.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Dewitt and Pearl Hunter; one sister, Patsy Haeuber, and one brother, Francis Dean Hunter.
In lieu of flowers, the family has lovingly requested that donations be made to Central Catholic and/or Holy Cross Catholic Church.
A Roman Catholic Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Prior to the service, a rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m. Following the Mass, Bill will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery Mausoleum.
Bill’s memory will be a beacon of inspiration for all who knew him. May his soul find peace in the embrace of eternity, and may his legacy continue to shine brightly in the hearts and minds of those he touched.
Wheel House for July 28
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 2:00pm
RUMMAGE SALE
Hosted by Patterson United Methodist Church, 1204 Main St., 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 5. Items include: household goods, summer clothes (includes big men sizes and children’s clothes), shoes, toys and books.
Louisiana State Games Horseshoes
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 1:24pm
Sponsored by
Monroe-West Monroe CVB
July 15, Kemper Williams Park
Patterson
Class A Elders
First place, Tim Gilmore, Bayou Vista, 5-1, 55.0; second place, Burnie Williams, Morgan City, 4-2, 43.9; and third place, Clyde Landry, Pierre Part, 3-2, 45.7.
Elders B
First, Karl Vaughn, Morgan City, 5-0, 29.4; second, Charles Benoit, Lake Arthur, 4-1, 19.4; and third, Al Graham, Berwick, 3-2, 10.6.
Cadets
First, Charlee Gilmore, Broussard, 4-0, 10.0; second, Daisy Guillot, Bayou Vista, 3-1, 2.5; and third, Libby Guillot, Bayou Vista, 2-2, 1.5.
Women A
First, Wanda Lantz, Marrero, 4½-½, 46.3; second, Patricia Pertuit, Marrero, 3½-1½, 46.3; and third, Mary Begnaud, Lacassine, 3-2, 43.6.
Men 40-A
First, Jim Guzdial, Patterson, 4-1, 16.3; second, Tyler Bourdier, Patterson, 3½-1½, 16.7; and third, Glenn Caillouet, Raceland, 3-2, 13.1.
Men 40-B
First, Ricky Pitre, Chauvin, 4-1, 5.6; second, Joe Primeaux, Broussard, 3½-1½, 7.5; and third, Kevin Kinslow, Morgan City, 3½-1½, 8.1.
Hospital participates in back to school event
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 1:12pm
Submitted Photo
Members of the Ochsner St. Mary team were at the Back to School Bash at the Berwick Civic Center on Saturday, handing out information and goodies to local students and their parents. Pictured are Roxanna Bayne, director or operations, Dwan Naverre, community outreach coordinator, and Jennifer Wise, CNO.