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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

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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

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Margaret Guidry, Longtime Educator with LPSS 14 Obituary for Mr. John W. Joseph 16

Acts of Love COGIC 29

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Save the Date ~ MLK 2018 5 A Tribute to Jamie Porter James 15 R.A.P. Rhythm, Arts & Poetry 25

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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


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!


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



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


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


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


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.


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



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


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


END

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



23RD ANNUAL WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS CONTINUED October 6, 2017, City Club at River Ranch


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It is agreed that the earlier you start saving for retirement, the better. The big ques-

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At age 30, can you have the equivalent of a year’s salary saved? Some 30-year-olds have

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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.

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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




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-

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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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The idea for an exclusive spot for naturals was born from my personal struggle with my young daughter’s

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Curly Couture specializes in creating & growing healthy strong hair. We then educate the customer on how to maintain

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TRANISE’S TREASURES CONTNUED

Congratulations

Nicholas

Malbreaux

2018

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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

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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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Alzina Burrell Dural, Season’s the Green ~ 2017 Strong Girl Chronicles Awards Banquet Lafayette, LA

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December 14, 2017 Greater Southwest Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce Christmas Social, Lafayette, LA


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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