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LINDA CECILE TISDALE

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:43pm

December 2, 1933 — August 14, 2022

Linda Cecile Tisdale, age 88, of Morgan City, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022. Linda was born December 2, 1933 to the late Elphege and
Odile Lajaunie Giroir. Linda enjoyed dancing, going to the casino and watching the Saints.

She is preceded in death by her husband, A.C. Tisdale; son, Chris Tisdale, Sr. and her parents.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory her sons, Randy Tisdale, Sr. and his wife Angel, Keith Tisdale and his wife Karen, daughter, Sherrel Allemond and her husband Johnny; daughter in law, Becky Tisdale; longtime companion, Wilson Stephens; sister, Lydia Broussard; grandchildren, Randy Tisdale, Jr., Chris Tisdale, Jr., Zachary Allemond, Emily Allemond, Courtney Stone; great-grandchildren, Ethan Tisdale, Ellisyn Tisdale, Finley Tisdale, Gunner Tisdale, Cameron Stone, Tyler Stone and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family of Linda would love to extend their gratitude to Home Instead and their staff, Jamie Shults, Deb Price and Caroline Herrera and Journey Hospice and their nurse, Joselyn Matherne for the love and care shown to Ms. Linda.

Family and friends of Linda were invited to attend the Visitation on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial immediately following. She was laid to rest in St. Andrew’s Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Randy Tisdale, Sr., Randy Tisdale, Jr., Chris Tisdale, Jr., Zachary Allemond, Johnny Allemond and Craig Stephens.

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

REGINA 'JEANIE' HYMEL CLEMENT

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:41pm

August 20, 1944 — August 11, 2022

Regina “Jeanie” Hymel Clement of Morgan City, LA was born to Royal “Cap” and Bessie Hymel on August 20, 1944. She sadly left us on August 11, 2022 at the age of 77.

She loved her family above all things. Travelling, going to casinos in Biloxi, MS, playing cards with the gang, and cooking/baking were just a few of her favorite things.

She was a faithful Catholic, who dedicated over 10 years to crocheting relics for the Father Seelos Center in New Orleans for a special intention granted to our family many years ago.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Drue Clement; daughter, Dainell Clement Bigler and husband Trent; grandchildren, Brock Bigler and wife Lauren, Taylor Bigler Cox and husband John, Quinn Bigler; great-grandchildren, Bentley Bigler, Elliana Bigler, Tate Cox, Cohen Cox; brother, Lloyd “Jay” Hymel.

A private graveside ceremony will be held at a later date reserved for close family and friends.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City, LA.

RODRICK 'ROD' DEWALD THEIRING, M.D.

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:38pm

September 29, 1934 — August 12, 2022

Rodrick “Rod” Dewald Theiring, M.D., 87, of Patterson, Louisiana, exchanged his earthly home for his heavenly home on August 12, 2022.

Born September 29, 1934, in Evansville, Indiana, to Emil Jacob Theiring (d. 1965) and Lovelace Porter Theiring (d. 2000), he is the eldest sibling to Hazelee Theiring Reichel, and twins Thomas “Tom” Theiring and Theresa “Terry” Theiring Byers.

After graduating Bossie High School of Evansville, his service in the United States Navy anchored a tour of duty in the Mediterranean on the USS Albany during the Korean War. On August 27, 1955, he married Leah Shannon Thurber and they embarked on a grand and love-filled life. Fond stories often reminisced and shared were those of their winters spent in the loft of a cabin, hunting squirrel for dinner and tending birthing cattle in the Indiana snows in exchange for room and board; and, working nights in the university library, having first dibs on textbooks that were not so accessible.

As a graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine, the new Dr. Theiring sought an internship and residency program, which brought him and Shannon to New Orleans. The food sealed the deal for Big Charity’s program. There were lots of fun times with Shannon boating on the Rigolets channel and eating oysters at the lakefront, a favorite culinary delight among the many he so enjoyed. There were busy times teaching at LSU School of Medicine, delivering babies at several New Orleans hospitals, and moonlighting to care for people in Plaquemines Parish.

Dr. Theiring and Shannon joyously became parents with the adoption of Michele Theiring. St. Mary Parish became home in 1965. Adding to their joy, two more children were adopted, a son, Charles Theiring (m. Michelle) and a daughter, Nicole Theiring Wimberley (m. Lon). A growing family needed more room; Patterson became home.

A stork named Wanda touched down with the fourth joyous addition (also adopted) daughter Megan Theiring, making the quiver full.
During his 40 plus years as an OB/GYN he brought many lives into this world, dedicated them all to Jesus, and prayed with his patients. To maintain the blessings of family and a thriving OB/GYN practice, Dr. Theiring practiced what he preached-diet and exercise. He loved greens and beans (in deference to the richer foods of New Orleans cuisine), and exercised with an almost daily run at lunchtime for nearly 40 years. Both diet and exercise remained priorities after retiring in 2005.

For leisure, Dr. Theiring enjoyed vacations with his family, visiting with the family of his childhood, travel, scuba diving, learning, tinkering, sewing, ironing; and flying-piloting his planes.

He so enjoyed his grandchildren (several for whom he stood in the gap as a father figure): Aubrey Wimberley (m. Caitlin), Joshua Milligan (m. Elizabeth), Jacob Thevis (m. Laynie), Jacob Martin (m. Christa), Rachel Milligan, Daniel Thevis, Dakota Cooley, Jade Martin, Anna Wimberley, Jordan Theiring and Michael Theiring; and an ever-growing passel of great-grandchildren.

Dr. Theiring’s greatest joy and love though was his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His passion for the Word of God was unquenchable. With an ever deepening spiritual humbleness and love, sharing God’s Word and the message of salvation was always on his heart.

For all that he is remembered and loved, this would be the greatest to Dr. Theiring.

Family, friends, and the communities in which Dr. Theiring served, are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at Hargrave Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Funeral Services will immediately follow. Pastor Mack Berseygay of The Mission Church in Patterson, LA, officiant. Dr. Theiring will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at hargravefuneralhome.com for the Theiring family.

RONDA LEE CHAUVIN

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:35pm

February 21, 1978 — August 14, 2022

Ronda Lee Chauvin, 44, a native and resident of Morgan City, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022. She was born on February 21, 1978.

A memorial visitation will be held in her memory on Friday, August 19, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to the memorial service beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Twin City Funeral Home in Morgan City, LA.

She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Marcus Chauvin; son, Tyler Chauvin; father, Ronnie Ghirardi and wife Nettie; mother, Brenda Bernard; sisters, Stacey Williams and husband Seth, Shelly Lewis and husband Randy; best friend, Paslie Suire; mother-in-law, Myrt Chauvin; nieces and nephew, Alyssa Williams, Erin Williams, Alexis Williams, Kayla Suire, Jessica Suire, Justin Suire.

She is preceded in death by her stepfather, Wayne Bernard; grandparents, Steve and Velda Ghirardi; grandparents, Lorrine and Millard Crawford; father-in-law, Barry Chauvin; niece, Megan Lewis.

Ronda was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt, who loved spending time with her family and friends. Her husband and son were the light of her life.

She graduated from Morgan City High School with honors and attended the University of Louisiana. She was always trying to please everyone and would become an avid advocate for Lupus. When not dedicating her time towards others, she herself found comfort in listening to her music and spending time with her bird, Toby, and her dog, Emma. She will be missed terribly by all who had the honor of knowing her.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City, LA.

Join Scouting Night will be Aug. 23 in Morgan City

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:33pm

Morgan City’s Cub Scouts Pack 438 and Boy Scouts of America Troop 49 are hosting a Join Scouting Night from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium’s theatre lobby. Boys and girls are invited for crafts, snacks and fellowship while learning what scouting can offer.

Cub Scouts is open to youth that are in kindergarten to fifth grade.

Highlights of being a member of Cub Scouts includes trips to NASA Space Center in Houston, hiking, camping, outdoor activities, cooking, fishing, smash ball, archery, BB guns, STEM, canoeing, Pinewood Derby and more. Cub Scouting is a year-round family-oriented program that combines fun educational activities and lifelong values, the scouting flyer states.

Boy Scouts offers many of the same activities such as hiking, canoeing, camping, ATV riding, fishing, BMX riding, life skills, community service and more. Meetings are every Thursday at 6 p.m. at 1504 Sandra St. in Morgan City.

For information on Cub Scouts, call Assistant Cub Master Emily LaHoste, 985-519-6369 or Committee Chair Brandon Monceaux, 985-519-3745.
For information on Boy Scouts, call Scout Master Jory Champagne, 985-518-3832 or Assistant Scout Master Jeffrey Price, 985-312-4756.

Lodge holds banquet; scholarships for area young people

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 1:27pm

Masonic Lodge Mt. Pisgah 40 held its annual banquet Aug. 9.

Morgan City police radio logs for Aug. 15-16

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 11:58am

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.
Monday, Aug. 15
7:21 a.m. 2400 block of Maple Street; Complaint.
7:53 a.m. 1300 block of Federal Avenue; Medical.
8:19 a.m. Belanger Street; Complaint.
9:04 a.m. 600 block of Egle Street; 911 hang up.
10:06 a.m. La. 70/U.S. 90 Junction; Accident.
10:40 a.m. 800 block of South Everett Street; Complaint.
11:01 a.m. 600 block of Egle Street; Complaint.
11:03 a.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Disturbance.
12:29 p.m. 100 block of Chennault Street; Loud music.
12:40 p.m. 7400 block of La. 182; Subject removal.
1:09 p.m. 500 block of Leona Street; Assistance.
1:29 p.m. 500 block of Seventh Street; Complaint.
2:11 p.m. 2100 block of Cedar Street; Suspicious person.
2:29 p.m. Sixth/Willard streets; Complaint.
2:39 p.m. 400 block of Lawrence Street; Animal complaint.
3:06 p.m. 1000 block of Second Street; Alarm.
3:34 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Complaint.
4:01 p.m. 300 block of Mallard Street; Complaint.
6:09 p.m. 1000 block of La .70; Vehicle accident.
6:44 p.m. James Street; Assistance.
7:32 p.m. Seawall; Lost and found.
11:11 p.m. 1600 block of Front Street; Complaint.
11:42 p.m. Federal Near Orange Street; Arrest.
Tuesday, Aug. 16
12:25 a.m. 6600 block of La. 182; Complaint.
1:53 a.m. Greenwood near Arkansas streets; Suspicious person.
2:05 a.m. Fifth near Everett streets; Suspicious person.
2:24 a.m. 1200 block of Joseph Street; Assistance.
3:41 a.m. 1100 block of Front Street; Alarm.

3 arrested on drug charges; 81-year-old arrested in domestic violence case

Tue, 08/16/2022 - 11:54am

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.)

Morgan City and St. Mary Parish authorities reported three arrests on drug charges Monday and early Tuesday.

In Assumption Parish, deputies arrested an 81-year-old Bayou L’Ourse man on a domestic battery charge.

Morgan City

Interim Police Chief Mark E. Griffin Jr. reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 45 calls for service over the last 24-hour reporting period and made these arrests:

—Louis Joseph Morgan, 39, Egle Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:20 a.m. Tuesday on a charge of possession of methamphetamine.

—Joey Anthony Choplin, 42, La. 1000, Belle Rose, was arrested at 4:11 p.m. Monday on charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of Suboxone and possession of drug paraphernalia, and as a fugitive from the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office.

—Kerry Martin, 26, Garber Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:44 p.m. Monday on charges of failure to pay fine and four counts of failure to appear for arraignment (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 24-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 40 complaints and made these arrests:

--Jarvis Darrell Granger, 36, Morgan City, was arrested at 4:23 a.m. Tuesday on charges of resisting an officer, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of MDMA, possession of methamphetamine, possession of crack cocaine and possession with intent to distribute a Schedule IV drug.

Bail has not been set.

—Eric Lawrence Peltier, 42, Franklin, was arrested at 11:55 a.m. Monday on charges of burglary from a vehicle and possession of stolen property. Bail has not been set.

—-Brian Joseph Barrilleaux, 37, Berwick, was arrested at 3:25 p.m. Monday on two warrants alleging failure to appear on the charges of possession of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoids and simple battery. Bail has not been set.

—Gregory Joseph Payne, 19, Patterson, was arrested at 7:27 p.m. Monday charges of resisting an officer by flight, failure to maintain control and disobeying stop sign. Payne was released on a $2,250 bond.

Assumption

Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:

—Dewey J. Landry, 81, La. 662, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested Monday on a charge of domestic abuse battery involving strangulation.
On Monday, deputies responded to a complaint at a Morgan City health care facility in reference to an elderly female being examined for domestic related injuries.

Detectives initiated an investigation and interviewed the victim as well as the accused, Landry.

Detectives determined that the alleged abuse was over a period of time. Investigators obtained information consistent with domestic abuse battery involving strangulation.

Landry was arrested and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center pending a bond hearing.

Franklin

Police Chief Morris Beverly reported that the Franklin Police Department responded to 11 complaints over the last 24-hour reporting period and made this arrest:

—Laikee Thomas, 46, Carl C. Foulcard Drive, Franklin, was arrested at 9:26 p.m. Monday on a charge of driving under suspension. Thomas was booked, processed and released to appear in 3rd Ward City Court.

Morgan City police investigate Egle St. shooting

Mon, 08/15/2022 - 2:30pm

A vehicle and a home were hit by gunfire in a shooting Monday morning on Egle Street, Morgan City police reported.

Police answered the call about shots fired about 11 a.m. Monday.

"According to reports, no injuries were reported but a vehicle and residence were struck by gunfire," the Police Department said in a Facebook post.

The investigation is ongoing, police said. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Morgan City Police Department Detectives Division at 985-380-4605.

Morgan City police make arrests on drug, desertion charges

Mon, 08/15/2022 - 10:33am

(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.)

Morgan City police reported arrests involving child desertion, marijuana possession and drunken driving over the weekend.

Morgan City

Interim Police Chief Mark E. Griffin Jr. reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 106 calls for service over the last 72-hour reporting period and made these arrests:

—Cassandra Ann LaCoste, 27, Russo Street, Berwick, was arrested at 10:44 p.m. Friday on charges of possession of marijuana and disregard of traffic controls.

—Joshua Michael LaCoste, 47, Railroad Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:08 p.m. Saturday on charges of child desertion, child in need of care and allowing dogs to roam (fourth offense).

—Brittany Morgan, 31, Pine Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:36 p.m. Saturday on charges of self-mutilation of a prisoner and battery of a police officer.

—Jose Miguel Garcia-Robles, 29, Federal Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 5:02 p.m. Sunday on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), reckless operation of a motor vehicle and no driver’s license.

—Matthew Cohn, 29, Sterling drive, Houma, was arrested at 2:48 a.m. Monday on charges of possession of marijuana and improper turning.

St. Mary

Sheriff Blaise Smith reported that over the last 72-hour reporting period, the Sheriff’s Office responded to 101 com-plaints and made these arrests:

—Ciara Vaughntasha Williams, 34, Bayou Vista, was arrested at 11:55 a.m. Friday on charges of theft by shop-lifting and resisting an officer by giving false information. Williams also held two warrants alleging failure to appear on the charges of theft and prostitution. Bail has not been set at this time.

—Tina Ware, 40, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:30 a.m. Sunday on two warrants alleging failure to appear on the charges of theft and simple battery. Bail has not been set.

—James Patrick Chaisson, 55, Morgan City, was arrested at 1:18 a.m. Monday on charges of driving on roadway laned for traffic and resisting arrest or officer.

Bail has not been set.

Patterson

Police Chief Garrett Grogan reported these arrests:

—Ramie Bourgeois, 19, Main Street, Patterson was arrested at 3:22 p.m. Saturday on charges of resisting an officer by giving false information and contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile.

Bourgeois was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail. Bond was set at $3,500.

—Mare M. Pollard, 58, Gabriel Street, Patterson, was arrested at 12:04 a.m. Sunday on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense); driver’s license suspended or revoked; and headlights required.

Pollard was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.

—Arlin R. Argueta-Moline, 23, Shannon Street, Patterson, was arrested at 1:56 p.m. Sunday on charges of no driver’s license, open container and unsafe vehicle. Argueta-Moline was issued a citation.

—Donshea A. Amos, 34, Ellis Street, Patterson, was arrested at 12:35 p.m. Sunday on charges of battery of a dating partner, resisting an officer by force and disturbing the peace. Amos was incarcerated at the Patterson PD Jail with no bond set.

Berwick

Police Chief David S. Leonard reported these arrests:

—Corvion Smith, 20, Freret Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:24 p.m. Thursday on charges of possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and window tint violation.

About 3:04 p.m. Thursday, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for window tint. Officers made contact with the driver, Smith.

An odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle. A search of the vehicle was conducted, at which time officers located marijuana and items of paraphernalia. Officers also located a 9mm handgun that was reported stolen through Ascension Parish.

Smith was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked.

—Cassie Rankin, 33, Levee Road, Morgan City, was arrested at 4:58 p.m. Thursday on a warrant alleging simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling.

—On Aug. 10, the Berwick Police Department received a complaint of a residential burglary. Officers responded and met with the complainant, who identified Rankin as the suspect. The complainant advised that Rankin entered their residence the night before and took several items.

An investigation was conducted and evidence was provided linking Rankin to the burglary. A warrant was obtained and Rankin was placed under arrest. Rankin was booked.

—Derrick Mitchell, 35, Old Spanish Trail, Broussard, was arrested at 2:55 a.m. Friday on charges of possession of marijuana, speeding 54 mph in a 30 mph zone and driving under suspension.

—About 2:28 a.m. Thursday, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for speeding 54 mph in a 30 mph zone. Officers made contact with the driver, who was identified as Mitchell.

Mitchell was advised for the reason of the stop and asked to provide a valid driver’s license. An odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle.

A search of the vehicle was conducted at which time officers located marijuana inside. A driver’s license check showed that Mitchell’s driver’s license was suspended.

Mitchell was placed under arrest. Mitchell was released on a summons to appear in court in November.

—Jorge Canizales Fugon, 27, Southeast Boulevard, Morgan City, was arrested at 2:43 a.m. Sunday on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), reckless operation of a motor vehicle, reckless operation of a motor vehicle and no driver’s license.

About 2:16 a.m. Sunday, a vehicle was observed traveling in a reckless manner on La. 182 West. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle, and officers made contact with the driver, who was identified as Canizales Fugon.

During the course of the stop, Canizales Fugon showed signs of impairment, and a strong odor of alcohol was detected coming from his breath and person. Canizales Fugon was asked to perform a series of standardized field sobriety tests, which he agreed to do and performed poorly. A computer check showed that he did not have a driver’s license.

Canizales Fugon was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he provided a valid breath sample of 0.172G% BAC. Canizales Fugon was booked.

—Dekota Johnson, 20, La. 311, Schriever, was arrested at 10:13 a.m. Sunday on a warrant alleging felony con-tributing to the delinquency of a juvenile.

About 10:13 a.m. Sunday, officers traveled to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center and located Johnson, who had active warrants through the Berwick Police Department. Johnson was placed under arrest and transported to the Berwick Police Department, where he was booked on the warrant.

The warrant stems from an investigation involving a juvenile that was conducted in June 2022. Through the course of the investigation, it was learned that Johnson was involved in aiding the juvenile to partake in illegal activities.

Following the booking process, Johnson was transported back to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for incarceration.

Franklin

Police Chief Morris Beverly reported these arrests:

—Ebony Antoine, 39, Samuel Street, Franklin, was arrested at 8:29 a.m. Aug. 10 on charges of criminal conspiracy and three counts of theft. Antoine was booked, processed and held on a $5,000 bond.

—Shameka Calhoun, 22, 10th Street, Franklin, was arrested at 8:29 a.m. Aug. 10 on charges of criminal conspiracy and three counts of theft. Antoine was booked, processed and held on a $5,000 bond.

—Girard Navy, 30, Ninth Street, Franklin, was arrested at 9:30 a.m. Thursday on charges of resisting an officer by flight, domestic abuse battery with child endangerment and violation of protective order. Navy was booked, processed and held on a $22,500 bond.

—Alonzo Alexander, 41, Ninth Street, Franklin, was arrested at 11:02 a.m. Thursday on a warrant for 3rd Ward City Court alleging failure to appear on the charges of stop signs and yield signs and speeding. Alexander was booked, processed and released on a $398 bond.

—Darien Hoskins, 42, B Street, Franklin, was arrested at 6:30 p.m. Thursday on a charge of battery of a dating partner. Hoskins was booked, processed and released on a $2,500 bond.

—LaTonya Ben, 45, Hayes Drive, Lafayette, was arrested at 6:33 p.m. Thursday on a charge of battery of a dating partner. Ben was booked, processed and released on a $2,500 bond.