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CYNTHIA BLACKWELL MAZE

Tue, 03/21/2023 - 5:17pm

Cynthia Blackwell Maze, 78, a native of Morgan City and resident of Lafayette, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Ochsner Lafayette General.

Visitation was Saturday at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Morgan City. Burial followed in Morgan City Cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Zenobia Ladeay and LaKeta Solomon, both of Lafayette; four grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and host of other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Jones Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

DEBRA MILLS

Tue, 03/21/2023 - 5:15pm

April 7, 1970 — March 2, 2023

Debra Mills, age 52, of Morgan City, Louisiana passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023. She was born on April 7, 1970 to Mary Jane Giroir Hebert and Robert Belanger.

Debra enjoyed car rides, going down the bayou on the Atchafalaya and watching Netflix.

A memorial visitation for Debra will be held Friday, March 24, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Hargrave Funeral Home, 1031 Victor II Blvd, Morgan City, LA 70380, followed by a memorial service at 12:00 PM.

Debra is preceded in death by her daughter, Kimberly Alcina; grandchild, Baby Daigle; grandmother, Lucille Duval and her stepfather, Joseph “Big Joe” Lantier, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, William “Billy” Slider and his wife Ashley, Scott Slider, Michael Alcina and his wife Mandy, Nicholas Paul Daigle and his wife Trinity; daughter, Christina Foster; stepson, Dayton Mills; eight grandchildren, Ryley, Lilly, Brayden, Riley, Nolyn, Ollie, Sebastian; companion, Clinton James Ganaway; former husband, Shane Paul Daigle; stepbrothers, Dennis and Jeffrey Gollotte and a host of other relatives and friends.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hargravefuneralhome.com for the Mills family.

Morgan City driver involved in fatal crash

Mon, 03/20/2023 - 7:27pm

A Morgan City man was involved in a Monday morning crash that claimed the life of a Lafayette Parish woman, Louisiana State Police said.

The fatality is identified as Maria B. Felton, 59, of Carencro.

At 8:30 a.m. Monday, Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a two-vehicle crash on the I-49 Northwest Frontage Road near Gatehouse drive in Lafayette Parish.

The preliminary investigation revealed a 2018 Nissan Titan pickup, driven by Branden Lundy of Morgan City, was traveling south on the NW Frontage road. At the same time, a 2015 Infiniti QX60, driven by Felton, was traveling north on the NW Frontage road. For reasons still under investigation, Lundy’s pickup crossed the center line and struck the Infiniti head-on in the northbound lane, state police said.

Felton was restrained at the time of the crash. She was transported to a local hospital in critical condition,. She ultimately succumbed to her injuries.

Lundy and his passenger were both restrained and suffered moderate injuries.

Impairment, on the part of both drivers, is unknown at this time and blood samples have been submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation and charges are pending, troopers said.

Troopers reminded motorists to make good decisions while operating motor vehicles. Never drive while impaired, fatigued or distracted, always ensure every occupant is properly restrained, and follow all traffic laws. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions such as these can often mean the difference between life and death.

Troop I has investigated 15 fatal crashes resulting in 17 deaths since the beginning of 2023.

Marijuana, drunkenness charges result from recent arrests

Mon, 03/20/2023 - 2:18pm

(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.)<./i>

Morgan City police reported four arrests since Thursday on charges related to drunken-driving or public drunkenness, plus another three on marijuana possession charges.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 151 calls for service over the last 96-hour reporting period and made these arrests:

--Malcomb Jerome Williams Jr., 47, Willow Bend, Patterson, was arrested at 12:37 a.m. Friday on a charge of possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

--Jonathan J. Motte, 39, Mayon Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:36 p.m. Friday on a charge of failure to stop, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

--Frank J. Rock Jr., 35, Andrew Street, Patterson, was arrested at 5:38 p.m. Friday on charges of disturbing the peace (drunkenness), battery on a police officer and possession of marijuana.

--Rhyan M. Dupre, 55, Henry Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 5:34 p.m. Thursday on charges of disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and urinating in public.

--Johnny Christopher Berryhill, 43, Federal Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 5:34 p.m. Thursday on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), disturbing the peace (intoxicated) and urinating in public.

--John D. Chisum, 68, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:06 p.m. Sunday on a charge of disturbing the peace (drunkenness).

--Davida Reshelle Bias, 39, Grace Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 10:27 p.m. Thursday on a charge of contempt of court (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Heather S. Barlow, 37, La. 182, Morgan City, was arrested at 6:33 p.m. Friday on a charge of disturbing the peace (language).

--Jamie Driskill, 33, Third Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:29 p.m. Friday on a charge of allowing dogs to roam.

--Jordan Granger, 35, North Everett Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:30 p.m. Friday on a warrant alleging four counts of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--David M. Mire, 46, Velma Court, Morgan City, was arrested at 7 a.m. Monday on a warrant alleging failure to pay fines (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 96-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 106 complaints and made these arrests:

--Charmain Marie Hebert, 37, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:57 p.m. Sunday on charges of possession of Schedule II drugs, possession of marijuana, possession of Schedule III drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia and introduction of contraband into a penal institution.

Bail was set at $6,000.

--Lisa Ann Fontenot, 57, Berwick, was arrested at 6:50 p.m. Friday on charges of resisting arrest or officer and battery on a police officer, and on a warrant alleging failure to appear on the charge of bank fraud. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Charise Kay Suire, 36, New Iberia, was arrested at 6:47 p.m. Friday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a charge of possession of cocaine. Bail has not been set at this time.

--John Sillmon III, 38, Jeanerette, was arrested at 2:53 a.m. Saturday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on the charge of gross littering. Sillmon was released on a $1,200 bond.

--Reagan Nicole Bowers, 18, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:53 a.m. Saturday on a warrant alleging unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. Bowers was released on personal surety.

--Derrick Deshawne McDaniel Sr., 38, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:55 p.m. Thursday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on a charge of criminal damage to property. Bail was set at $4,976.39.

--Tiearra Andre’a Wilson, 37, Berwick, was arrested at 9:58 p.m. Thursday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on charges possession of methamphetamine; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession, sale or distribution of legend drug without a prescription; and operating a vehicle while license is revoked, suspended or canceled.

Bail has not been set at this time.

Patterson

Chief Garrett Grogan reported this arrest:

--Ricky D. Green, 46, Myrtle Street, Patterson, was arrested at 3:20 p.m. Thursday on a charge of battery involving domestic violence. Green was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.

Franklin

Interim Chief Tina Thibodeaux reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to 12 complaints over the last 24-hour report and made this arrest:

--Kayla Smith, 29, Sixth Street, Franklin, was arrested at 12:38 p.m. Thursday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on a charge of resisting an officer by flight. Smith was booked, processed and released on a $368 bond.

Morgan City police radio logs for March 17-19

Mon, 03/20/2023 - 1:22pm

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Friday, March 17
6:48 a.m. Marguerite and Ninth streets; Crash.
8:14 a.m. 800 block of Fourth Street; Juvenile complaint.
8:32 a.m. 700 block of Terrebonne Street; Patrol.
9:07 a.m. 7000 block of Railroad Avenue; Animal complaint.
9:40 a.m. 800 block of Ditch Avenue; Patrol.
9:48 a.m. 300 block of Fifth Street; Juvenile complaint.
10:16 a.m. 900 block of Marguerite Street; Two arrests.
10:38 a.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Assistance.
10:52 a.m. 700 block of Levee Road; Animal complaint.
1:40 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Hit and run.
1:54 p.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Alarm.
2:12 p.m. 800 block of Ditch Avenue; Welfare concern.
2:18 p.m. 800 block of Victor II Boulevard; Alarm.
2:30 p.m. 1200 block of David Drive; Assistance.
2:53 p.m. 2400 block of Cypress Street; Complaint.
3:11 p.m. 700 block of Everett Street; Complaint.
3:22 p.m. 700 block of Third Street; Complaint.
3:56 p.m. 1000 block of Railroad Avenue; Theft.
4:19 p.m. 900 block of Seventh Street; Alarm.
4:26 p.m. 300 block of Wise Street; Juvenile complaint.
5:30 p.m. 400 block of Belanger Street; Arrest.
5:37 p.m. 7300 block of La. 182; Reckless operation.
6:13 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
6:29 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Disturbance
6:34 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
6:37 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
6:52 p.m. 600 block of Martin Luther King Boulevard; Alarm.
7:05 p.m. Area of U.S. 90; Complaint.
7:07 p.m. 400 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
7:23 p.m. 900 block of Seventh Street; Complaint.
8:16 p.m. 200 block of Franklin Street; Animal complaint.
8:34 p.m. 1400 block of Sandra Street; Alarm.
10:37 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
10:54 p.m. 3000 block of Keith Street; Complaint.
Saturday, March 18
12:34 a.m. 600 block of Brashear Avenue; Medical.
3:38 a.m. Area of U.S. 90; Complaint.
10:16 a.m. 700 block of Willow Street; Alarm.
1:40 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Complaint.
1:47 p.m. 2400 block of La. 182; Loud music.
3:31 p.m. South Everett and Seventh streets; Arrest.
4:13 p.m. Second Street and Brashear Avenue; Suspicious subject.
4:47 p.m. 100 block of Wren; Theft.
4:48 p.m. 700 block of Justa; Alarm.
5:03 p.m. 700 block of Cottonwood Street; Suspicious vehicle.
5:55 p.m. 1800 block of Elk Street; Reckless operation.
6:16 p.m. Area of U.S. 90; Complaint.
6:23 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Loud music.
6:34 p.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Fire.
6:46 p.m. 6000 block of Railroad Avenue; Animal complaint.
6:56 p.m. 300 block of Garber Street; Loud music.
8:01 p.m. 300 block of Garber Street; Loud music.
8:18 p.m. 6200 block of La. 182; Complaint.
9:02 p.m. 2100 block of Cedar Street; Complaint.
9:08 p.m. 1000 block of Fourth Street; Theft.
9:35 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Medical.
9:46 p.m. Area of U.S. 90; Reckless driving.
10:09 p.m. 600 block of Louisa Street; Disturbance.
11:33 p.m. 400 block of Sixth Street; Loud music.
Sunday, March 19
12:08 a.m. Area of Ditch Avenue; Suspicious person.
12:14 a.m. Area of Louisiana/Fifth streets; Loud music.
12:28 a.m. 600 block of Louisa Street; Juvenile runaway.
12:36 a.m. 3100 block of Vine Drive; Fire.
2:04 a.m. 1400 block of Sandra Street; Alarm.
5:10 a.m. 400 block of Kidd Street; Complaint.

Region's Catholics prepare St. Joseph's altar

Mon, 03/20/2023 - 12:50pm

St. Mary Parish's Roman Catholics joined fellow members of their faith in observing St. Joseph's Day with the traditional altar.

St. Joseph's Day fell on Sunday. On Monday, Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel celebrated a Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson, where Joseph is the church's patron saint. From there, the bishop accompanied young people, dressed as figures from the biblical Christmas story, who knocked on doors at the church hall until they were allowed in.

In the hall was an elaborate altar weighted down with food and with a statue of St. Joseph at its head.

In a tradition that goes back to Sicily in the middle ages, farmers prayed to St. Joseph to end a drought, and after a lifesaving rain fell, they prepared a feast in his honor and shared the food with the poor.

754 people voted early

Sat, 03/18/2023 - 6:25pm

The St. Mary Registrar of Voters Office says 754 people voted early for the March 25 primary election.

Early voting opened March 11 and ended at 6 p.m. Saturday.

The ballot features a proposed parish charter amendment that would raise the parish president's salary, currently at $12,000, to the average of the salaries of the parish's five mayors, currently close to $50,000.

Voters in St. Mary School Board District 4 in the Franklin area will also choose a board member. The candidates are Debra R. Jones, who has served as an interim member since former member Pearl Rack resigned last fall, and Mark R. Romero. Both candidates are from Franklin.

The regular election date is March 25, when the polls will be open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.

New Generation participants

Sat, 03/18/2023 - 5:52pm

Here are photos of the St. Mary Parish high school teams that participated Thursday in the Rotary's New Generation event at Morgan City High.

The Review/Bill Decker

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