ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS for 2005, Section 1; LAFOURCHE PARISH, LA. ============== Because of it's size this file has been divided into two parts to assure that the Genweb search engine will search the entire file. ============== Submitted by: Chris Tidwell Processed and formated by: Louis Lavedan Source: Unless otherwise noted, this file was derived from publications of the Terrebonne Genealogical Society. TGS has granted permission to re-format and publish this data on Genweb Archives. The TGS file was derived from the Daily Comet, Lafourche Parish, La. Last modified: 15 Oct 2006 ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** PLEASE NOTE: No dates of publication in the Comet are available. The earliest records, although referring to marriages in 2005 were likely to have been publiched in 2004. Engagement announcements appear in the newspaper as much as three months prior to the marriage. ======================================================================= Babin-Adams Dr. Lance and Cathy Babin of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Casey Diane Babin, to Clay Paul Adams, son of Neil and Myra Adams of Lockport. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Cathulic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. Alcest Babin Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Hebert of Raceland. She is a 2000 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from University of Louisiana at Lafayette in nursing. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Gautreaux of Lockport, Geraldine Adams and the late Douglas Adams of Raceland. He is a 1993 graduate of Central Lafourche and graduated from Louisiana State University in electrical engineering. He is employed by Entergy as an engineer. ============================ Richard-Melancon Linda and Roger Richard of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Erin Michele Richard, to Kyle Adam Melancon, son of Gwen and Daniel Melancon of Baton Rouge. The wedding will take place at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at St. John Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mildred and Ritney LeRay and the late Odelia and Roger Richard Sr. She is a 1996 graduate of Thibodaux High School and attends Louisiana State University, where she will receive her doctorate in industrial organizational psychology in the summer of 2005. The prospective groom is the grandson of Maisie and Isadore Rodrigue and Hilda Melancon and the late Leander Melancon. He is a 1993 graduate of Thibodaux High school,and attends LSU. ============================ Barrilleaux-Stein Bernie and Julie Songe Barrilleaux of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Lynn Barrilleaux, to Todd Michael Stein, son of Lawrence and Annette Oubre Stein of Vacherie. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jeanette Barrilleaux Porche and the late Charles J. Barrilleaux of Schriever and John Carroll and Carolyn Songe of Houma She is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2003 graduate of Louisiana Technical College. She is employed by Thibodaux City Court and Pepper's Pizzeria. The groom is the grandson of the late Armond and Eunice Stein of St. James, Therese Oubre and the late Eddie Oubre of Vacherie. He is a 1998 graduate of St. James High School, a 2001 graduate of River Parish Technical College and a graduate of American Builders and Contractors Inc. He is employed by International Matex Tank Terminals in St. Rose. ============================ Traigle-Lasseigne Raoul and Linda Traigle of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter Brandv Ann Traigle, to Richard Lasseigne III, son of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Lasseigne Jr. of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The future bride is the granddaughter of Bertha Kern Traigle and the late Adam Traigle, Emile Thibodaux and the late Doris Clause. She is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School. She is employed by Rouses No. 16. The prospective groom is the grandson of Fay and Agatha Robichaux Chauvin, the late Richard Lasseigne Sr. and the late Ellen Caillouet Lasseigne. He is a 1996 graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High School in Houma. He is employed by St. Joseph Co-cathedral. ============================ Picciola-Wells Mr. and Mrs. Larry Joseph Picciola of Lockport announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Allison Picciola, to Lt. Bruce David Wells, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Robert Wells of Haymarket, Va. The wedding will be in mid-January. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hancel Clifford Steen of Raceland, Mrs. Joseph Picciola and the late Joseph Picciola of Golden Meadow. She is a 1997 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Louisiana State University. She is tmployed by KPMG. L.L.P. The groom is the grandson of Rica Omlie of Austin, Texas, the late Austin Omlie. Eleanor Wells of Melbourne, Fla., and the late Ross Wells. He is a 1996 graduate of Westlake High School and graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point He is employed by the U.S. Army. ============================ Duplantis-Ward Lloyd and Faie Duplantis of Gray announce the engagement of their daughter. Amy Germaine Duplantis. to Jonathan Jaelski Ward son of Carl an Donna Ward of Natchitoches. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mercedes Duplantis, Therese Gaubert, the late Lloyd Duplantis Sr. and the late Billy Gaubert. She is a 2002 graduate of H.L Bourgeois High School and a student at Nicholls State University. She is employed by Lloyd's Remedies Apothecary. The prospective groom is the grandson of IIah Ward, Sam and Catherine Harris. He is a student at Nicholls State University. ============================ Shuckrow-Charpentier Gayle and Joseph Shuckrow of. New Orleans announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Shuckrow, to Kent Joseph Charpentier, son of Emina and Harold "Ru-Ruu" Charpentier of Cut Off. The wedding win be at 1 p.m. Jan. 8 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. ============================ Boudreaux-Rodrigue Jamie L Boudreaux, the daughter of Raymond and Ruth Rebstock, is engaged to Jamie M. Rodrigue. son of Glenn arid Trudy Rodrigue of Thibodaux. She is also the daughter of the late Joey Boudreaux. The wedding will be at 1 p.m. Jan. at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Earl and Anna Mae McClain, Curtley and Margaret Boudreaux. She is a 1999 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by the Assumption Parish School Board. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Clifton and Emma Lee Batin, Dolsy Rodrigue and the late Harold Rodrigue. He is a 1996 graduate of E.D. White High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by Crescent Crown Distributing. ============================ Zeringue-Calabro Mr. and Mrs. Van]. Zeringue of Vacherie announce the engagement of their daughter, Nolie Marie, to Michael Peter Calabro, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Calabro Jr. of Abington, Miss. The couple will exchange vows in late December at St Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hymel of Vacherie, the late Mr. and Mrs. Rene Zeringue Sr.. and Annabel Zeringue of Thibodaux. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cambria and the late Mr. arid Mrs. Michael S. Calabro Sr. The bride is a 1996 gmduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and a 2000 gra duate of Nicholls State University in Thibodaux. The groom is a 1996 graduate of Cardinal Spellman High School in Brockton, Mass., and a 2000 graduate of St. Anselm College in Manchester. N.H. ============================ Albert-Gaudet . Keith and Joanie Albert of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter Tresha Nicole Albert, to Brant David Gaudet, son of Howard and Shelly Gaudet of LaPlace. The couple will exchange vows at noon Jan. 8 at St. John Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Godfey and Isabella Naquin, Janet Albert and the late Dale Albert She is a 1996 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and Thibodaux and a 2003 gmduate of Delgado Community College in New Orleans. She is employed by Tulane Hospital. The prospective groom is the grandson of Thelma Adams, the late Sidney Adams; the late Howard and Mary Gaudet He is a 1997 gmduate of St Charles Catholic High School in LaPlace. ============================ Orgeron-Boudreaux . Darryl and Barbara Orgeron of Larose announce the engagement of their daughter, Daralyn Elizabeth Orgeron to Robert Elmo Boudreaux, son of Mark and Meg Kearns of Thibodaux and Elmo and Gail Boudreaux of Prairieville. The wedding will be at 2 p.m. Jan. 15 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Neilton Gisclair, Manuel and Shirley Fonseca, C.J. and May Duet and the late Leonce Orgeron. She is a 1999 graduate of South Lafourche High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by the St. Mary Parish Adult Drug Court. The prospecive groom is the grandson of Anne Wilson and the late Samuel Wilson, the late Elmo Sr. and Gerdtrude Boudreaux. He is a 1998 graduate of E.D. White High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by Newpark Environmental Services. ============================ Aysenne-Guidry Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Roy Aysenne announce the engagement of their daughter, Chrissy Lyn Aysenne, to Casey Robert Guidry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clark Robert Guidry of Cut Off. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Daze Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Aysenne, all of Napoleonville. She is a 1998 graduate of Assumption High School and a 2002 graduate of Nicholls State University with a degree in accounting. She also received her MBA from Nicholls State. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John Robert Guidry and the late Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Pierre Toups, all of Cut Off. He is a 1993 graduate of South Lafourche High School, a 1998 graduate of Nicholls State University and a 2000 graduate of Tulane University in social work. He is employed by Start Corp. in Houma. ============================ Sandlin-Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Carl Allen Sandlin of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Jacqueline Mary, to John Andrew Johnson, son of Kathryn Traylor Johnson of Baton Rouge and Thomas Andrew Johnson of Camden, Ark. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jacqueline G. Waguespack of Thibodaux, Ruth A. Sandlin of Lake Charles, the late Albert Waguespack Sr. and the late Cecil Sandlin. She is a 1999 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School in Thibodaux and a 2003 graduate of Louisiana State University. She is employed by the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board. The prospective groom is the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. John Hardy Traylor of Monroe and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Andrew Johnson of Ruston. He is a 1997 graduate of Family Christian Academy in Baton Rouge and a 2003 graduate of Louisiana State University. He is employed by Edward Jones Investments. ============================ Boudreaux-Waguespack Glenn and Bridgette Boudreaux of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Danielle Ann Boudreaux to Lamar Etienne Waguespack III, son of Dr. Lamar Waguespack Jr. and Angele Waguespack of Mathews, The couple will exchange vows at 1 p.m. Jan. 15 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church, The future bride is the granddaughter of Mary Jane Boudreaux and the late Mable Boudreaux.She is a 2000 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and is employed by St. James Place Retirement Community. She attends Louisiana State University. The prosptive groom is the grandson of James Hatty Sr. and Annie Brocato Waguespack, the late Irene Corona Hatty and the late Lamar Waguespack Sr. He is a 2001 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and attends LSU. ============================ Robinson-Poche' Jimmie and Lisa Bright Robinson of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Elizabeth, to Guy "Bo" John Poche', son of Guy and Vicki Poche' of Donaldsonville. The wedding will be in early February at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Estelle "Titter" Bright of Thibodaux, Henry and Cherie Bright of Raceland and Billie Robinson of Austin, Texas, and great-granddaughter of Margaret Robinson of Pride. She is a 1999 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Louisiana State University. She is employed by St. Joseph Elementary Catholic School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Guy and Doris Poche' of Lutcher, Clarise and the late John Nizzo of Donaldsonville. He is a 1998 graduate of Donaldsonville High School and graduated from Louisiana Technical College Ascension Campus. He is employed by Wal-Mart. ============================ Chiasson-Toups Dr. Camile and Jeanne Peltier Chiasson of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie, Lvnn Chiasson, to Justin Paul Toups, son of Douglas and Nancy Songy Toups of Donaldsonville. The wedding will be in Early February at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux and celebrated by the Rev. Jay Baker and assisted by her cousin, the Rev. Edward Romagosa. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Dr. James and Ann Armstrong Peltier, Colonel and Mrs. Camile Chiasson and the late Marie Hoffmann Chiasson. She is a graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and Louisiana State University. At LSU, she received the University Medal of Excellence and served as president of Chi Omega sorority. She is a second-year law student at Loyola University New Orleans School of Law, where she is a candidate for the Loyola Law Review. The prospective groom is the grandson of Carolyn LeBlanc Songy, the late Claude Songy Jr., the late Verna Boudreaux and the late Claude Toups Sr. He is a graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and Louisiana State University. He is a second-year medical student at LSU School of Medicine. ============================ Allen-Navarre Jennifer Crochet Rodriguez and Marvin Crochet of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Dru-Ann Crochet Allen to Terry Pau[ Navarre, son of the late Eves and Virgin Navarre. The wedding will be at 2 p.m. Jan. 29 at the American legion Post 11. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Arcement of Thibodaux. Verna Crochet and the late Moise Crochet She is a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High SChool and attended Nicholls State University. She is employed by the State of Louisiana. . He is employed by Rock's Lawn Care and Stump Cut ============================ Green-Hill . Lawrence and Dora Creen of Thibodaux announce the engagement 'of their daughter, Sandra Ann Green, to Dwavne Michael Hill, son of Harvey and Fay Hill of Escondido, Calif. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. Jan. 22 at Morning Star Baptist Church in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of T. Lawrence and Rossetta Green and Joseph and Ella Washington. She is a 2002 graduate of Louisiana Technical College and is employed by Bayou Pediatric. The groom is the grandson of Wellington Young Sr., Thelma Young, the late Harvery Hill Sr. and the late Evelyn Hill. He is employed by Papa John's Pizza. ============================ Barrera-Zeringue Juventino and Mary Barrera of Race land announce the engagement of their daughter, Leslie Barrera, to Brett Zeringue, son of Donald and Susan Zeringue of Raceland. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Mathews. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Frank and Maria De Leon of Raceland, Antonin and the late Maria Barrera of Texas. She is a 2000 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by the U.S. Coast Guard. The groom is the grandson of Dallas Simon, P.J. and Joyce Zeringue of Raceland and the late Haze1 Simon. He is a 1998 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Southeast College of Technology. He is employed by Cable Marketing and Installation Inc. ============================ Becnel-Martinez Bryon and Geralyn Becnel of Vacherie announce the engagement of their daughter. Heidi Elizabeth Becnel, to Robby Michael Martinez, son of Cathy and John Martinez. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. Feb. 4 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Kelsey and Teen Hymel of Vacherie. Agnes Becnel of Vacherie and the late Judge Charles S. Becnel. She is a 2000 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by AM/PM Staffing at Motiva Enterprise. The groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Reed Cortez of Vacherie and the late Mr. and Mrs. Agney Martinez. He is a 1999 graduate of St. James High School. ============================ Callahan-Braasch Harold Callahan Jr. and Tana Callahan of Schriever announce the engagement of their daughter, Misty Lynn Callahan, to Jeremy Allen Braasch, son of Cindy and Greg Braasch of Indianapolis. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. Feb. 5 at Grace Lutheran Church in Houma. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Clyde and Margaret Sanders, both of Schriever, Carrie Callahan, the late Aubrey Lagarde and the late Harold Callahan. She is a 2001 graduate of H.L. Bourgeois High School. She is employed by Concepts Department Store. The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Lawrence North High School. He is serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. ============================ Richardson-Dobson Leslie Hebert of Cut Off announces the engagement of her daughter. Susan Marie Richardson. to Wavne Joseph Dobson, the son of Joyce Dobson and the late Stanley Dobson of Larose. The wedding will be in late February at the Larose Civic Center. ============================ Coleman-Ray Mr. and Mrs. John Ballard Sr. announce the engagement of their daughter, Teresa Renee Coleman, to Ravford Jeroid Ray, son of Mr. and Mrs, Leonard Ray III. The wedding will be at 2 p.m. Feb. 12 at Moses Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Coleman Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Reed Jr. She is a 1998 graduate of Thibodaux High School. The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. LLoyd Johnson Sr,, Mildred Lilly and the late Leonard Ray II. He is a 1992 graduate of Terrebonne High School and attended Northwestern State University. He is employed by Trinity Offshore Co. ============================ Benoit-Prieto Vernon Benoit of Chackbay announces the engagement of his daughter, Monica Ann Benoit, to Jesse Prieto, son of Aurora Prieto and the late Jesse Prieto Sr. of Honduras. The wedding will be at noon Feb. 26 at the Pure Country Ranch in Covington. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Betty L Benoit of Chackbay, granddaughter of the late Milda P. Schaubhut and Dennis W. Landry, James H. Schaubhut and the late Earline B. and Francis Benoit She is a 1985 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is a graduate of Mandeville High School, Delgado Community College and Southeastern University. They are self-employed welding contractors and work all over the United States. ============================ Lee-Collins Mr. and Mrs. Wayne T. Lee Sr. of Cut Off announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Liza to Christopher Collins, son of Manuel Collins of Larose and the late Ann Dufrene. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. March 4 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Martin Naquin of Galliano and the late E1mina Naquin, Gustassa Verdin of Cut Off and the late Francis Lee. She is a 2000 graduate of Squth Lafourche High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Harold and Corinne Collins of Cut Off, Herman Dufrene of Cut Off and the late Edris Dufrene. ============================ Comeaux-Chiasson Paula Powell Comeaux of Lockport announces the engagement of her daughter, Heather Elaine Comeaux, to Dean Anthony Chiasson, son of Denise Bourgeois Doucet of Houma. The couple will exchange vows in late February at First Baptist Church of Houma. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of J.W. and Darlene Powell and Norris and Gloria Comeaux. She is a 2002 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2004 graduate of PCDI. She is employed by Coastal Credit of Houma. The prospective groom is the grandson of Dean and Rena Bourgeois, Emile and Margaret Chiasson. He is a 2003 graduate of Terrebonne High School. He is employed by BWB Controls. ============================ Billiot-Delatte Marian and Glynn Smiley of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Tahita Lee Billiot, to Jason Paul Delatte, son of Lynn and Roland Delatte Jr. of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 1 p.rn. April 30 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Cecile and Winchester Fitch, the late Winnie and Shelton Smiley of Houma. She is a 1994 graduate of Terrebonne High School. She is the manager of the Workout Co. in Raceland. The groom is the grandson of Vernon Juneau and the late Carol Juneau of Morgan City and Roland Delatte Sr. and the late Anna Delatte of Schriever. He is a 1994 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by the Workout Co. in Galliano. ============================ Arceneaux-McIlwain Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Arceneaux of Labadieville announce the engagement of their daughter, Susan Kay, to Brian Reynolds McIlwain of Mobile. Aia. The wedding will be on April 9 at Corpus Christi Cahtolic Church in Mobile. The prospective groom is the son of Billy McIlwain of Mobile. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Irving Arceneaux of Labadieville and the late Mr. and Mrs. Roy Richard of Labadieville. She is a 1991 graduate of E.D White Catholic High School. She is a 1995 graduate of Northeast Louisiana University and graduated in 1998 from the University of Southern Mississippi with a master's degree in social work, and is employed as a social worker by Springhill Medical Center in Mobile. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edmund McIlwain of Eight Mile, Ala, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Reynolds of Millry, Ala. He is a 1988 'graduate of Gulf Breeze, Fla., and a 1994 graduate of the University of West Florida He is employed as executive manager of Walgreens in Mobie. ============================ Pujol-Conner Ricky and Rachel Pujol announce the engagment of their daughter, Brittany Nicole, to Christopher Jason Connor, son of Ernie and Jama Conner and Trevina and Gary Cinnamon of Knoxville, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ivy Pujol and the late Sidney Pujol Sr. The prospective groom the grandson of Patricia Conner and Phyllis McCarter. She is a graduate of Assumption High School. She is employed by Bank One in Thibodaux. He is a graduate of Beardon High School in Knoxville, Tenn. He is an employee of the Lafourche Parish Sheriffs Office. ============================ Bourgeois-Fontana Paul and Patsy Bourgeois of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Ann Bourgeois to Douglas Joseph Fontana, son of Jim and Joe Daigle of Thibodaux and Charles and Myra Fontana of Houma. The wedding will be at 1 p.m. April 2 at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Wagues pack of Schriever and Isabelle Bourgeois and the late John Bourgeois of Thibodaux. She is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2003. She is employed by the Terrebonne Parish School Board as a teacher at Schriever Elementary School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Charles and Tehresa Fontana of Raceland and Clifford and Jo Pittman of Houma. He is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School and attended Nicholls State University. He is employed by the Wackenhut Corp. ============================ Thibodaux-Thomassie Eustis and Claudette Thibodaux of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Marie, to Jonathan Thomassie, son of Eugene and Merrill Thomassie of Lockport. The wedding will be at April 1 at St. Joseph Co- cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Florence Thibodaux and the late F.E. Thibodaux of Thibodaux, Clara Mae Chiasson and the late Clyde Chiasson of Lockport. She is a 1995 graduate of E.D. White High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Thomassie Sr. and Beatrice Guidroz and the late Marcie Guidroz. He is a 1994 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Louisiana State University with a bachelor's degree in computer science. He is employed by Edison Chouest Offshore. ============================ Schwerman-Molaison Jack and Linda Schwerman of Waukesha, Wisc., announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer, to Chris Molaison of Cut Off. The prospective groom is the son of Beverly and the late Reynold Molaison. The ceremony will be held May 14 at the Community Presbyterian Church in Pinehurst, N.C. The bride-elect graduated from Georgia Tech with degrees in chemical and mechanical engineering. He graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in polymer chemistry. They both work for GE Global Research in Niskavuna. N.Y. ============================ Charpentier-Terrebonne Jeffery Charpentier announces the engagement of his daughter, Shontell Charpentier, to Neves "Dago" Terrebonne III, son of Noella Plasiance and Neves Terrebonne Jr. The bride-elect is the daughter of the late Joyce Charpentier. The wedding will be in March at a private party in Galliano. ============================ Blanchard-Simoneaux Bonnie Reulet Montgomery of ThibodauX and Michael Blanchard Sr. of Napoleonville announce the engagement of their daughter, Michaelle Ann Blanchard, to Jody Paul Simoneaux. son of Linda Benoit Reulet of Chackbay and Barry Simoneaux of Labadieville. The wedding will be at 1 p.m. April 9 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Lucy and Placide Reulet of Vacherie, Mildred Blanchard of Thibodaux and the late James Blanchard of Thibodaux. She is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Marie and Murray Benoit of Thibodaux and the late Geraldine and Elvin Simoneaux of Labadieville. He is a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Wetland Equipment Co. ============================ Jones-Harden Martha Ann Jones of Houma announces the engagement of their daughter, Lori Simone Jones, to Shawn Rendell Harden, son of Eloise Harden and the late Wilbert Harden of Paincourtville. The couple will exchange vows at 4 p.m. March 26 at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Bertha and Elvin Harris and the late Harrison Jones. She is a 1994 graduate of Terrebonne High School and a 1998 graduate of Southern University in political science. The prospective groom is the grandson of Nelda Harden, the late Samuel Harden Sr. and the late James and Beulah Bolden. He is a 1990 graduate of Assumption High School and a 1997 graduate of Southern University. He is a software engineer at Lockheed Martin. ============================ Moxley-Boudreaux Jaunita and Owen Moxley Jr. of, Labadieville announce the engaement fo their daughter, Kavla Marie Moxley to Jacob David Boudreaux, son of Julie and Paul Martines and Linda and Robert Boudreaux Jr. of Napoleonville. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. April 1 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Napoleonville. The bride-elect is the grandqaughter of Marguerite Rodriguez and the late Preston Rodriguez of Morgan City, Hazel Moxley and the late Owen Moxley Sr. of Stephensville. She is a 2000 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated with a bachelor's degree in nursing from Nicholls State University in December 2004. She is a registered nurse on the respiratory care unit at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. The prospective groom is the grandson of Beryl and Jerry Gros of Labadieville and Peggy and Robert Boudreaux Sr. of Napoleonville. He is a 1998 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated with a Bachelor's degree from Nicholls State University in December 2002. He is a graphic designer for Associated Grocers in Baton Rouge. ============================ Ribardi-Tabor Patricia M. Ribardi of Stephensville, Harris Ribardi Sr. of Terry Ribardi Sr. of Terrytown announce the engaement of their daughter, Lacy Ribardi. to Jame Tabor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Tabor of Choctaw. The wedding will be held at 6 p.m., March 19 at Morgan City Municipal Auditorium. ============================ Ragozzino-Hays Philip Arthur and Claire Boudreaux Ragozzino of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Angeline Elaine Ragozzino. to Brian William Hays, son of Diana S. Hays and the late Thomas Hays of Mishawaka, Ind. The wedding will be April 16 at St. Joseph's church in Gretna. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Barbara P. Boudreaux and the late Bennie A. Boudreaux of Raceland, Kathleen D. Ragozzino and the late Philip Ragozzino of Plant City, Fla. She is a graduate of Edna Karr Magnet School in Algiers and graduated from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette. She will receive her master's degree in education in June. She is employed by the Cartersville, Ga. School Board. The groom is the grandson of Mrs. Albert Schnaible, the late Albert Schnaible, Mrs. Kenneth Hays and the late Kenneth Hays of Lafayette, Ind. He is a graduate of Troup High School in LaGrange, Ga. and attended Auburn University. He is employed as director of business development for Interface in Atlanta. ============================ Francis-Goens Judy Boudlache of Houma and Ivy Francis Sr. of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Angel Marie Lynn Francis, to Jason Asa Goens, son of Kathy and Jeffrey Hill of Norfolk, Va. and the late Danny Lee Goens of Hayes, Kan. The wedding will be in a private ceremony on March 12. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jeannie and Elbert Pellegrin of Houma. She is a 2001 graduate of H.L Bourgeois High School. She is employed. by Trademark Specialties/Printworks. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Asa Goens. He is a 1999 graduate of H.L Bourgeois High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by the Juvenile Justice Facility. ============================ Johnson-Buggage Bernice Johnson and Nathan Washington announce the engagement of their daughter, Demetrice L. Johnson, to Dawyne Buggage, son of Barbara and Harold Buggage Sr. The wedding wilI be at 6 p.m. March 26 at Morning Star Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Eula P. Johnson and the late Fred Johnson Sr., Eula P. Washington and the late Willie Washington Sr. She is a 2001 graduate of Thibodaux High School and is employed by Sears. The prospective groom is the grandson of Prenella Buggage and the late Horace Buggage of Napoleonville, Idamae Carter and the late Saul Carter. He is a 1997 graduate of Assumption High School. He is employed by Rouses. ============================ Machen-Foret Robert Jay Machen Jr. of Portland, Texas. and Denise Richard Machen of Portl and announce the engagement of their daughter. Erin Elizabeth Machen, to Ryan Brooks Foret, son of Brooks Foret and Ann Roth Foret of Thibodiaux. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. April 15 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Robert Jay Machen Sr. of Houston, June Carlise Machen of Houston, the late Cyril James Richard of Thibodaux and Shirley Aucoin Richard of Thibodaux. The groom is the grandson of Vivian Brooks Foret of Melville, Wilton Foret of MelviIle. the late Ben Roth Jr. of Thibodaux and Alida Roth of Thibodaux. He is a 1998 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by Foret Land and Tree Co. ============================ Batiste-Meads Leroy Batiste Jr. and Lillie Batiste of Labadieville annoumce the engagement of their daughter, Latisha Nicole Batiste, to Derrick Jammal Meads, son of Wayne Meads and Annie Meads of Houma. The wedding will be at 4 p.rn. March 19 at New Morning Star Baptist Church in Labadieville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Celestine Batiste and Leroy Batiste Sr. of Labadieville and Daisy Cox of Napoleonville. She is a 2003 graduate of Assumption High School. The groom is the grandson of Ethel Meads and Zack Meads of Labadieville and Helen Johnson of Napoleonville. He is employed by Tuboscope. ============================ Ribardi-Tabor Patricia M. Ribardi of Stephensville and Harris Ribardi Sr. of Terrytown announce the engagement of their daughter, Lacy Ribardi, to James Tabor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Tabor Of Choctaw. The wedding will be held at 6 p.m. March 19 at Morgan City Municipal Auditorium. ============================ Safford-Braud Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Robert Safford of Donaldsonville announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Ann Safford, to Byron David Braud, son of Dr. and Mrs. Ellis D. Braud Jr. of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. April 29 at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church in Donaldsonville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Safford Jr. of Brusly, Cleve Joseph Guidry of Plaquemine and the late Alberta Harold Ingram. She is a 1994 graduate of Ascension Catholic High School in Donaldsonville and a 1998 graduate of Our Lady of the Lake College of Nursing and Allied Health in Baton Rouge. She is employed by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Affiliate Clinic in Baton Rouge as a pediatric hematology-oncology registered nurse. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Dr. and Mrs. Ellis Braud Sr. of Thibodaux and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Martinez of Alamosa. Colo. He is a 1993 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School in Thibodaux and a 2001 graduate of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He is employed by Professional Service Industries in Baton Rouge as an environmential engineer. ============================ Brown-Zehner Mr. and Mrs. Patrick James Brown of Patterson announce the engagement of their daughter, Janie Lynn Brown to Derricke Zehner, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Zehner Sr. of Lafayette. The wedding will be at 6 p.m. April 9 in Lafayette. The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Patterson High School and graduated from Louisiana Technical College. She is employed by Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Thibodaux. The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of St. Thomas More High School and attended Southern University. He is employed by Frito Lay Inc. ============================ Thibodeaux-Hanley Juanita McDonald of Thibodaux announces the engagement of her daughter, Jenny Marie Thibodeaux, to David Arthur Hanely, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. LioneI Hanle .of Lockport. The couple will exchange vows at 1 p.m. April 9 at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in Thibodaux. The future bride is the daughter of the late Donald Thibodeaux and the granddaughter of Nelson Labat of Vacherie, the late Mr. and Mrs. Leonce Thibodeaux Sr. of the St Charles community and the late Genevieve Labat. She is a 1990 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 1997 graduate of Delgado Community College. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a certified surgical technologist. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hanley of Lockport and the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Stotter of London. He is a 1979 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 1985 graduate of Nicholls State University. He is employed by Fringe Benefits Management Co. as an account representative. ============================ Scioneaux-McCreight Erkle Scioneaux of Vacherie and Sheila Scioneaux of San Antonio announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Michelle Scioneaux, to John Patrick McCreight, son of Dr. and Mrs. Michael McCreight of Seminole, Okla. The wedding will be held May 14, 2005 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas, Texas. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Inez Scioneaux and the late Orence Scioneaux of Vacherie and Dorothy Hebert and the late Jacob Gautreaux of Thibodaux. She is a 2000 graduate of Louisiana State University. She is employed by Duke Realty Corporation as an administrative assistant. The prospective groom is the grandson of Ina West of Broken Arrow, Okla., and the late Dola West. He is a 2002 graduate of Oklahoma State University. He is employed by Enercon Services Inc. as an environmental consultant. After a honeymoon trip to Costa Rica, the couple will reside in The Colony, Texas. ============================ Baudoin-Comeaux Andrew and Marilyn Baudoin of Raceland, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Lynette Baudoin to Anstin Edward Comeaux, son of Sally and Edward A Comeaux Jr. of Centerville. The couple will exchange vows at 7:30 p.m. March 18, 2005, at Bethel Pentecostal Fellowship. The future bride is the granddaughter of Luanna Bryant of Raceland, the late Harold Bryant, Mary Jane Badoin of Raceland and the late Francis Baudoin. She is a 1990 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 1996 graduate of Nicholls State University.She is employed by Houma Repro graphics and Map Inc. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. James Besse and late Mr. and Mrs. Edward A Comeaux Sr. He is a 1993 graduate of Morgan City High School. He is employed by Venture Transportation LLC. ============================ Aymond-O'Quin David Aymond and Deborah Aymond of Jeanerette announce the engagement of their daughter, Allison Nicole Aymond to Beau Daniel O'Quin, son of Jannell O'Quin and the late Vorney O'Quin of Larose. The wedding will be March 26 at Grand Bayou Noir Bed and Breakfast in Houma. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Johnnie and the late Paul Aymond of Lafayette and Flora Mae and the late Morris Southall of Panama City, Fla. She is a 2000 graduate of Hanson Memorial High School and is attending Nicholls State University. She is employed by St Anne General Hospital. The prospective groom is the grandson of Willavia and the late Clyde Acosta of Larose. He is a 1999 graduate of South Lafourche High School and granduated from Nicholls State University in education. He is employed by the Lafourche Parish School Board as a teacher and coach. ============================ Acosta-Landry Raymond and Hazel Acosta of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Crystal Lynn Acosta, to Kyle Patrick Landry, son of Keith and Sylvia Landry of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. April 22 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. She is a 1999 graduate of Ellender Memorial High School. She is employed by Chabert Medical Center. He is a 1995 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2002 graduate of ITT Technical College. He is employed by Always In Mind Inc. ============================ Machen-Foret Robert Jay Machen Jr. and Denise Richard Machen, both of Portland. Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Erin Elizabeth Machen, to Ryan Brooks Foret, son of Brooks Foret and Ann Roth Foret of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. April 15 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Robert Jay Machen Sr. of Houston, June Carlise Machen of Houston, the late Cyril James Richard of Thibodaux and Shirley Aucoin Richard of Thibodaux. She is a 1999 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from the LSU School of Dentistry. She is employed by Dr. Robert Foret of Thibodaux and Dr. Glen Padgtt of Donaldsonville. The groom is the grandson of Vivian Brooks Foret of Melville, Wilton Foret of Melville, the late Ben Roth Jr. of Thibodaux and Alida Roth of Thibodaux. He is a 1998 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by Foret Land and Tree Co. ============================ Himel-Ayzienne Wayne Himel of Thibodaux and Mary Blanco of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Lynn Himel, to Chad Paul Ayzienne, son of Terry Ayzienne of Thibodaux and Myra Carrosco, formerly of Thibodaux and a resident of Texas. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. March 26 at the Krewe of Cleophas Hall. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nolan Adams of Thibodaux and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Himel. She is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School. She is employed by Southern E.N.T. in Thibodaux. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Knight of Thibodaux and Bernadette Ayzienne. He is a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Dolphin Industries in Houma. ============================ Matherne-Verdin Barry Matherne, Patricia Chabert LeBlanc and stepfather Ronnie LeBlanc announce the engagement of their daughter, Jada Lynn Matherne, to Emile Paul Verdin Jr., son of Emile Paul Verdin Sr. and Jackie Lepine. The wedding will be March 26 at South Lafourche Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Raleigh and Wanda Chabertand Virgis Gros. She is a 2004 graduate of South Lafourche High School. She is employed by Burger King. The prospective groom is the grandson of Roy Lepine Sr., the late Edith Lepine and the late Julien and Bridget Verdin. He is employed by Sea Boat Rental in Galliano. ============================ Thibodeaux-Hanley Juanita Thibodeaux of Thibodaux announces the engagement of her daughter, Jenny Marie Thibodeaux. to David Arthur Hanley, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lionel Hanley of Lockport. The couple wilI exchange vows at 1 p.m. April 9 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The future bride is the daughter of the late Donald Thibodeaux and the granddaughter of Nelson Labat of Vacherie, the late Mr. and Mrs. Leonce Thibodeaux Sr. of the St. Charles community and the late Genevieve Labat. She is a 1990 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 1997 graduate of Delgado Community ColIege. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a certified surgical technologist. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hanley of Lockport and the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Stotter of London. He is a 1979 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 1985 graduate of Nicholls State University. He is employed by Fringe Benefits Management Co. as an account representative. ============================ Johnson-Buggage Bernice Johnson and Nathan Washington announce the engagement of their daughter, Demetrice L. Johnson, to Dawyne Buggage. son of Barbara and Harold Buggage Sr. The wedding will be at 6 p.m. March 26 at Morning Star Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Pearl H. Johnson and the late Fred Johnson Sr., Eula P. Washington and " the late Willie Washington Sr. She is a 2001 graduate of Thibodaux High School and is employed by Sears. The prospective groom is the grand- son of Prenella Buggage and the late Horace Buggage of Napoleonville, Idamae Carter and the late Saul Carter. He is a 1997 graduate of Assumption High School. He is employed by Rouses. ============================ Safford-Braud Robinson-Morrison Clara Robinson of Thibodaux announces the engagement of her daughter, Andrea Shawn Robinson, to Elisha Derrick Morrison, son of Francesca Gorman and the late Roosevelt Hamilton of New Orleans. The couple will exchange vows at 5 p.m. April2 at Moses Baptist Church. The future bride is the daughter of the late Ivory Robinson of Thibodaux and the granddaughter of the late Walter Sr. and Leola Davis. She is employed by Holiday Inn. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Strother Davis Jr. and Marguerite Davis. He is employed as a truck driver. ============================ Driscoll-Alarlo Muriel Licciardi of Destrehan and Elton Driscoll Sr. of Harvey announce the engagement of their daughter, Gretchen Ann Driscoll, to Shane Michael Alario. son of Chris and Paulette A1ario of Mathews. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. April 8 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. The future bride is the granddaughter of Lydia Isabelle Kreager Driscoll, the late Mary and Leonard Knecht and the late John W. Driscoll. She is a 1999 graduate of Destrehan High School and a 2003 graduate of Louisiana Technical College, L.E. Fletcher Campus in Houma. She is employed by Nicholls State University. The prospective groom is the grandson of Merlin and Mervin Trosclair. the late Ella Mae Grabert A1ario and the late Donate Victor A1ario. He is a 1998 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2003 graduate of Nicholls State University. He is employed by the Terrebonne Parish School Board at Broadmoor Elementarv. ============================ Savoie-Roger Edward Jr. and Patricia Savoie of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Lynn Savoie, to Douglas James Roger, son of Gene Roger of Thibodaux and Judith Seale of Houma. The wedding will take place in late April at St. Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Ray Chiasson of Thibodaux and the late Florence Chiasson of Vacherie and the late Edward and Josephine Savoie of Thibodaux. She is a 1995 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2000 graduate of Nicholls State University. The prospective groom is the grandson of Colden and Hazel Darcey of Houma and Lena Roger and the late Emile Roger of Thibodaux. He is a 1996 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2000 graduate of Nicholls State. He is employed by The Marker Group Inc. of Houston. ============================ Borne-Borne Mr. and Mrs. Darren Borne of Larose announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Elizabeth, to Octave Joseph Borne IV, son of John and Jennifer Sanamo and Octave Borne III. The wedding will be in April at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mabel and the late Alvin J. Thibodaux and the late Venice and Janet Borne. She is a 2000 graduate of South Lafourche High School. She is employed by South Lafourche Bank and Trust. The prospective groom is the grandson of George and Pearl Orgeron, Octave Borne Jr. and the late Edna Duet. He is a 1997 graduate of East Jefferson High School. He is employed by Vision Communications. ============================ Doiron-Falgoust Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Doiron of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Rai Doiron, to Ross Anthony Falgoust, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Falgoust of Vacherie. The couple will-exchange vows at 7 p.m. July 29 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mildred Tauzin Griffin, the tate W.J. Griffin and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Doiron. She is a 2000 graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High School in Houma and a 2004 graduate of Nicholls State University in Thibodaux with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Falgoust, Cecile Simon and the late Arthur Simon. He is a 1997 graduate of St. James High School and a 2002 graduate of Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in chemistry. He is employed by Pinnacle Polymers. ============================ LeBoeuf-Lagarde Andy and Sheila LeBoeuf of Gheens announce the engagement of their daughter, Hollie Rachelle LeBoeuf, to Christopher Michael Lagarde, son of Troy and Dawn Lagarde of Raceland. The couple will exchange vows in April. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Carroll and Rose LeBoeuf. She is a 2001 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Clifford and Doris Lagarde. He is a 2002 graduate of Central Lafourche High School in Raceland. ============================ LeBorde-Breaux Kenneth J. Arnouville and Aline M. LeBorde announce the engagement of their daughter, Candace Ann, to Shawn Patrick Breaux, son of Gary J. and Margaret P. Breaux of Lockport The wedding will take place at 7 p.rn., April 22, at St. Mark Catholic Church in Gonzales. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mildred Arnouville and the late Rookie Arnouville, and Sybil Charrier and the late Cleophis LeBorde. She is a 1996 graduate of St Amant High School and graduated from Southestern Louisiana University with a bachelor's degree in industrial technology. She is employed by K-Tek Corp. in Prairieville. The grobm is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Breaux, Lillian Plaisance and the late Frank Plaisance Sr. He is a 1993 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a graduated from LSU with a bachelor's degree in ISDS. He is employed by PSA in Baton Rouge. ============================ Woods-Blackmon Catherine Woods of Thibodaux and Mr. Mark Woods of Harvey announce the engagement of their daughter, Sherry Lynn, to Julius Earl Blackmon Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Earl Blackmon Sr. of Bertrandville. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. at Moses Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Gertie Mae Chievers of Thibodaux and the late Mr. David Duncan Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Woods Sr. She is a graduate of Thibodaux High School and attends Nicholls State University. She is employed by Sears. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Smith and the late Mr. and Mrs. K.C. Backmon. He is employed by Bollinger Shipyards. ============================ Donnell-Theriot Gary and Mary Esther Donnell of Hammond announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Lea Donnell of Baton Rouge, to Ian John Theriot, son of Farrell and Doreen Theriot of Raceland. The weddirig will be held at 2 p.m. April 2 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Baton Rouge. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late James J. and Anne Carter of Denham Springs, and Marvel Donnell of Baton Rouge and the late E.C. Donnell Jr. She graduated from Denham Springs High School in 1998 and from LSU. She is a crime scene investigator for the East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office. The groom is the grandson of Leverence and Dolores Bourgeois Sr. of Raceland, and Aveline and the late Norris Theriot of Houma. He is a 1998 graduate of Centra] Lafourche High Schoo] and graduated from LSU. He is a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army. ============================ Smith-Wesley Cassandra Smith of Gibson and Kerry Lee Smith Sr. of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Kerrie Trenise Smith, to Webber Hill Wesley son of Lynette Wesley Hill of of Bertrandville and Webber Hill Jr. of K1otzville. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. April 16 at Third Zion Baptist Church in Raceland. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Leola Hanzy and the late Jessie Hanzy of Gibson and Olivia and Henry Smith of Raceland. She is a 2000 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Ascension College and Louisiana Technical College. She is employed by Reddy Family Medical Center in Napoleonville. The groom is the grandson of the late Essie and Clarence Wesley of Napoleonville and the late Wilahmenia and Webber Hill Sr. of Klotzville ============================ Becnel-Webre Donna T. Becnel and Andre E Becnel Jr., both of Vacherie, announce the engagement of their daughter, Cathy Lee Becnel, to Sean Anthony Webre, son of Susanne E. Webre and Richard J. Webre, both of Vacherie. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. April 8 at Our Lady of Peace Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Earline Becnel and Andre E Becnel Sr., both of Vacherie, and Anita Thibodaux and Jerry Thibodaux, both of Choctaw. She is a 1999 graduate of St. James High School. She is employed by the Lafourche Parish Sheriffs Office. The groom is the grandson of Cecila Webre and the late Frances and Herbert Folse of St. James, and the late Robert Webre of Vacherie. He is a 2001 graduate of St. James High School. He is employed by the Lafourche Basin Levee District ============================ Comardelle-Romero Gary and TerrY ComardeDe of lockport announce the engagement of their daughter, Lori Ann, to Nelton Paul "Sonny" Romero Jr., son of Nelton Romero Sr. and the late Cynthia Romero of New Iberia. The wedding will be at 1 p.m. April, 23 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rovert and Anna Gautreaux of Mathews and the late Connie Moliason of Thibodaux, the late Wilton Comardelle Sr. and the late Estell Adams Comardelle of Des Allemands. She is a 2002 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. She is employed by St. Anne General Hospital. The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Romero and Ms. Florita Meyers and the late Hilton Meyers, all of New Iberia. He is a 1999 graduate of Iberia High School. He is employed by Allied Building Supplies, in Larose. ============================ Solito-Scioneaux David and Debbie Heard of Thibodaux and Charles and Vicki Solito of Tyler, Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer F. Solito to Berris J. Scioneaux, son of Berris Sr. and Judy Scioneaux of Chackbay. The wedding will be held at 6:30 p.m. April 2 at Madewood Plantation in Napoleonville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Gordon and Barbara Whitfield of Houma and Charles Sr. and Judy Solito of Houma She is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School. She is employed by little Imaginations Development and Learning as a preschool teacher. The groom is the grandson of Eva Thibodaux and the late Thomas Thibodaux Sr. of Chackby and the late Harris and Cecile Scioneaux. He is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from vo-tech in Thibodaux. He is employed by Rodrigue's Electric Inc. as an electrician. ============================ Chiasson-Currie Dr. and Mrs. Camile Chiasson of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Ann Marie Chiasson, to Brian Edward Currie. The wedding will be solemnized in April at St. Joseph Co-cathedral by the Rev. Jay Baker, V.G., assisted by the bride's cousin, the Rev. Edward Romagosa, SJ. The bride-elect, daughter of the former Jeanne Peltier, graduated from E.D. White Catholic High School and Louisiana State University. She received a master's in speech-language pathology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. She is employed at Memorial Hospital's Joachim Hearing and Speech Center in New Orleans as a speech-language pathologist. She is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. James Peltier and the late Mrs. Marie Hoffmann Chiasson and Col. and Mrs. Camile Chiasson. The prospective groom, son of the former Diane Maechling and Frank Carlton Currie, graduated from Archbishop Rummel Catholic High School and Louisiana State University. He received his master's in business administration from the University of New Orleans. He is employed at Entergy as a financial analyst He is the grandson of the late Mrs. Mae Friedmann Maechling, the late. Mr. Raymond Maechling, the late Mrs. Mildred Locke Currie and Mr. Fank' Currie. The couple will reside in Metairie. ============================ Wink-Bilello Danny and Rebecca Wink of West Monroe announce the engagement of their daughter, Dana Tenille Wink, to Seth Justin Bilello, son of Ray and Sherry Bilello of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 2 p.m. April 9 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Shreveport. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. And Mrs. John Odom of Wes t Monroe and Mr. Tommy Wink and Mrs. Vivian Bennett of West Monroe. She is a 1999 graduate of West Monroe High School and graduated from LSU School of Allied Health in Shreveport in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in medical technology. She is employed by Willis-Knighton Health System. The prospective groom is the grand son of Mr. and Mrs. George Murray Jr. of Shreveport and Mrs. Violet Bilello and the late Mr. Anthony "Tony" Bilello of Thibodaux. He is a 1995 graduate of Thibodaux High School and will graduate in May 2005 from the LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport He will be doing a residency in pathology at LSUHSC in Shreveport ============================ Martin-Hymel Evelyn and Lincoln Martin Jr. of Galliano announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Lynn, to Benjamin Pierre Hymel, son of Betsy and Octave Hymel Jr. of Thibodaux. The wedding will be Apri1 29 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Alfrances and Lincoln Martin Sr. and Gloria and Anatole Pitre. She is a 1996 graduate of South Lafourche High School and graduated from NiCholls State University in graphic design. She is employed by Printing Etc. as a graphic designer. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Octave P. Hymel Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis Daniel Bozard. He is a 1995 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in finance and a master's of business administration. He is employed by J.P. Morgan Chase as a business banker. ============================ Torres-George Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Torres of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Celeste Evangeline, to Shaun-Philip Joseph George, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tommy George of Larose. The couple will exchange vows in May at St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church in Raceland. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Gloria Sealy and the late George W. Sealy and Mrs. Heloise and the late Ted A. Torres Sr. She is a 2000 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2004 graduate of Nicholls State University. She is employed by Children's Hospital in New Orleans. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Philip George and Mr. and Mrs. Beauregard Ledet. He is a 2000 graduate of Lafourche High School and is attending Nicholls State University. He is employed by Acadian Ambulance. ============================ Eschette-Savoie Weldon and Madonna Eschette of Bayou Blue announce the engagement of their daughter. Misty Lynn. to Robbie Joseph Savoie, son of Jimmie and Rita Belange and the late Dale Savoie. The wedding will be at 4 p.m. April 9 at the Ramada Inn in Houma. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jules and Shirley Folse and Nilton and Louise Eschette. She is a graduate of Central Lafourche High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Vincent and Mary Liner and Louella Hebert. He is a graduate of South Lafourche High School. He is employed by Latelco: ============================ Woods-Blackmon Catherine Woods of Thibodaux and Mr. Mark Woods of Harvey announce the engagement of their daughter., Sherry Lynn, to Julius Earl Blackmon Jr., son of Mr: and Mrs. Julius Earl Blackmon Sr. of Bertrandville. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. April 9 at Moses Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Gertie Mae Chievers of Thibodaux and the late Mr. David Duncan Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Woods Sr. She is a graduate of Thibodaux High School and attends Nicholls State University. She is employed by Sears. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Smith and the late Mr. and Mrs. K.C. Blackmon. He is employed by Bollinger Shipyards. ============================ Martinez-Landry Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Martinez of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Marie, to Eric Jude Landry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Landry of Abbeville and the late Priscilla Lemaire. The wedding will be May 7 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Martinez of Thibodaux, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Roy Boudreaux. She is a 1996 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from University of Louisiana - Monroe. She is employed by CVS pharmacy as a pharmacist The groom is a 1994 graduate of Abbeville High School. He is employed by C & C Technologies as a database specialist. ============================ Bilello-LeBlanc Ray and Sherry Bilello of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Beth Bilello, to Kainen Thomas LeBlanc, son of Keith and Wanda LeBlanc of Schriever. The wedding will be April 29 at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Murray of Shreveport, Violet Bilello and the late Anthony "Tony" Bilello of Thibodaux. She is a 2001 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2004 with bachelor's degree in nursing. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. The groom is the grandson of Louis Verdun, the late Rose Verdun of Houma and the late Mr. and Mrs. Conrad LeBlanc of Schriever. He is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. He is employed by Duplantis Design Group. ============================ Lasseigne-Galjour Mr. and Mrs. Bud Lasseigne announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Renae, to Scott Michael Galjour, son of Mr. and Mrs. Drake Galjour. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. April 22 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Angeron and Mr. and Mrs. Ivy Lasseigne Sr. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Folse, John Galjour Sr. and Mary Cheramie.' ============================ Molaison-Deshotel Mr. and Mrs. Arnold "Padou" Molaison of Labadieville announce the engagement of their daughter, Darcie Rene'e Molaison, to Jay Gieim Deshotel, son of Katherine Palmer of Crowley and Victor Deshotel of Wichita Falls, Texas. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. April 16 at the bride's parents' home in Labadieville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rita Usey, the late Henry Usey of Thibodaux and the late Mr. and Mrs. Antoine Molaison of Labadieville. She is a 1993 graduate of Assumption High School. She is employed as a qualified mental retardation professional assistant at Donaldsonville Area ARC and cashier at Barry's Food Mart. The groom is the grrandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Pierce of Crowley and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Deshotel of Welsh. He attended Crowley High School. He is employed by Turner Industries. ============================ Chauvin-Kimble Barbara and Eugene Chauvin Jr. of Vacherie announce the engagement of their daughter, Leslie Michelle Chauvin, to Christopher Eric Kimble, son of Danen and Herbert Kimble Jr. of Patterson. The wedding will be at 8 p.m. May 6 at The Balcony. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Lucille and Ivy Bye of St.James, Audrey and Eugene Chauvin Sr. of Edgard. She is a graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from University of Southwestern Louisiana. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse. The groom is the grandson of Vera Mae and Lloyd Hosch Sr. of Metairie, Katie and Herbert Kimble Sr. of Metairie. He is a graduate of Central Catholic High School and gratuated from Nicholls State University. He is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse. ============================ Bracci-Riviere Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Bracci of Tequesta, Fla., announce the engagement of their daughter, Dina Marie Bracci, to William Joseph Riviere, son of Mrs. Clarence J. Riviere and the late Mr. Riviere of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 11 a.m. May 14 at St. Patrick's Church in New Orleans. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mario P. Bracci and the late Mrs. Bracci, the late Mr. an d Mrs. Paul W. Messier, all of Springfield, Mass. She is a 1987 graduate of Jupiter Community High School in Jupiter, Fla., and graduated from Tulane University. She is employed by Energy Partner's Ltd. The groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. McCulla and the late Dr. and Mrs. Felix V. Riviere, all of Thibodaux. He is a 1983 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University and Georgetown University Law Center. ============================ Zeringue-Rodrigue Michael and Cornelia Zeringue of Vacherie announce the engagement Of their daughter, Amy Elizabeth Zeringue, to Michael Louis Rodrigue, son of David and Patti Rodrigue of Vacherie. The wedding will be in late April at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. The brlde-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Kliebert of Vacherie, Shirley Zeringue and the late James Zeringue of St James. She is a 1997 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2001. She is employed by Triton Healthcare as an occupational therapist The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Martin of Gretna and Leslie Rodrigue of Edgard and Joyce L Rodrigue of Vacherie. He is a 1997 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School. He is employed by Gulf Industries. ============================ Landry-Gautreaux Chris Landry and Nina Boggs of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Marie Landry, to Jared John Gautreaux. son of Gayle Gauthreaux of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 6 at St. John Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Vera Landry and the late Adley Landry of Thibodaux, Zenobia Landry and the late Russell Landry of Thibodaux. She is a 1997 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed as a paralegal by Annette C. Crawford, Attorney at Law. The groom is the grandson of Elsie Gauthreaux and the late Andrew Gauthreaux of Thibodaux. He is a 1994 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Bingswanger Glass. ============================ Granier-Ledet Toby and Garnet Granier of Kramer announce the engagement of their daughter. Brigette Anne. to Byron "Buddy" Ledet Jr., son of Byron an Kathy Ledet of Thibodaux. The wedding will be in mid-May at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Morris Granier and the late Virgie Granier of Kraemer, the late Josue "Webb" Becnel and the late Evelyn Becnel of Vacherie. She is a 1994 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from Louisiana Technical College. She is employed by Block and Bouterie, Attorneys at Law. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Warren Ledet and Tessie Ledet of Thibodaux, the late Earl Bergeron and the late Evelyn Bergeron of Thibodaux. He is a 1998 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in business administration. He is employed by Whitney National Bank as manager of the Raceland location. ============================ Turnage-Everett Mr. and Mrs. David E. Turnage of McComb, Miss., announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Dee Turnage, to James "Jamie" P. Everett Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. James Everett Sr. of McComb. The wedding is planned for 4 p.m. June 4 at First Christian Church. The bride-elect's grandparents and Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Darville Jr. of McComb and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Earl Turnage of Tylertown, Miss. Grandparents of the prospective groom are the late Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. Milton of McComb and the late Mr. and Mrs. Jesse James Everett of Hattiesburg, Miss. The bride-elect graduated Thbodaux High School in 2000 and the Mississippi University for Women with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is employed by Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center in McComb. The prospective groom graduated McComb High School and Delta State University with a master's degree in education. He was a member of the 2001 Division II National championship football team. He is employed by the McComb School District in McComb. ============================ Eserman-Felarise Mr. and Mrs. Barry Eserman of Golden Meadow announce the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Estelle Owen Eserman, to Perry Joseph Felarise Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Felarise Sr. of Larose. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 6 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddauhter of Mrs.Joseph Picciola, the late Joseph Picciola and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Eserman of Golden Meadow. She is a 1995 graduate of South Lafourche High School and graduated from McNeese State University with a bachelor's degree in animal science and from Ross University in St. Kitts with a doctorate in veterinary medicine. She is employed by Green, Lewis and Associates in Covington as an equine veterinarian. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fedless Anselmi and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ezerman Felarise of Golden Meadow. He is a 1995 graduate of South Lafourche High School and graduated from Louisiana State UniversitY with a bachelor's degree in public relations. He is employed by the Capital Region Planning Commission in Baton Rouge as an economic development specialist ============================ Mars-Ockmond Mr. and Mrs. Wayne J. Mars of Labadieville announce the engagement of their daughter, Sandie Lynn Mars, to Dean Joseph Ockmond Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Ockmond of Chackbay. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 6 at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville. The bride-elect is the granddauhter of Mr. and Mrs. Elves Mars and the late Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Thibodeaux. She is a 1998 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2002. She is employed by Heritage Manor of Napoleonville as a registered nurse. The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Rodrigue, Noelie Ockmond and the late Louis Ockmond. He is a 1998 graduate of Tbibodaux High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2004. He is employed by the USDA Sugarcane Research Center. ============================ Belisle-Lee Alan E. Belisle of Cut Off and Mary Duet Belisle of Golden Meadow announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Elizabeth Belisle, to Ryan Christopher Lee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob A. Lee Sr. of Galliano. The couple will exchange vows on May 13. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Arnie Belle Duet, the late Louis J. Duet and Mr. and Mrs. Norbert L Belisle. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leander Gaspard Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Lee. Both are 1999 graduates of South Lafourche High School and attend Nicholls State University. He is studying for a bachelor's degree in business administration. She is studying for a bachelor's degree in fine arts. ============================ Stevens-Larzelere Michael and Sandra Stevens of Gray announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Marie Stevens, to Bradley James Larzelere, son of William Larzelere Jr. and Sharon McWaters of New Orleans. The couple will exchange vows at 2 p.m. May 7 at Southdown Plantation House. The future bride is the granddaughter of Genevieve Stevens, the late Guy H. Stevens Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lee Ledet. She is a graduate of H.L Bourgeois High School and. Louisiana State University. She is employed by pediatric Cardiology Associates. The prospective groom is the grandson of Leona Larzelere and the late William Larzelere Sr., Isola McWaters and the late Marcus McWaters Sr. He is a graduate of Jesuit High School and Louisiana State University. He is employed by Total Petrochemicals. ============================ Dawson-Larousse Jennifer Larousse of Kraemer and Forrest Dawson of Baton Rouge will marry at 6 p.m. April 30 at Howard Johnson Rienzi Room in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the daughter of Tracy and Joan Larousse and Gary and Jo Boudreaux. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mr s. Ernest Hotard, Mr. and Mrs. Desire Larousse III, Mr. and Mrs. Clovis Ordogne Sr. and the late Loretta Landry Ordogne. The bride-elect is a graduate of Thibodaux High School. She is the mother of Trent, 11. She is a residential technician for cornerstone Programs Inc. The prospective groom is the son of Brenda Dawson and the late Donald Dawson. He is the grandson of Jean Castle, the late Willie Castle, Carrie Dawson and the late Clifford Dawson. He is a graduate of Denham Springs High School. He is self-employed, installing and finishing wood floors. ============================ Pervan-Cantrelle Kippy and Catherine Ougela and Yvette Pervan Bruce announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Ann Pervan, to Travis Percy Cantrelle, son of Gail Cantrelle and the late Gary Cantrelle. The weddiIig will be in May at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Larose. ============================ Bellanger-LeBlanc Daniel and Ella Bellanger of lockpOrt announce the engagement of their daughter, Marie Ann Bellanger, to Brandon Michael LeBlanc, son of Bryan Sr. and Susan LeBlanc of Gray. The wedding will be at 2 p.m. May 21 at the Bayouside Park in Lockport. The bride-elect is the granddaughter Gladys Brown, the late Esmond Eschete, Theresa Bellanger and the late Klebert Bellanger Jr. She is a 2005 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. The groom is the grandson of Betty Soudelier, the late Lloyd L Soudelier Sr., Ruth LeBlanc and the late Samuel LeBlanc. He attends H.L Bourgeois. He is employed by Boudreaux and Thibodeau's. ============================ Price-Ballard Mr. and Mrs. Ross Daniels and Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Amour announce the engagement of their daughter, Brenda Lee Price, to Melvin Ballard Jr., son of Carol Ballard and the late Melvin Ballard Sr. The wedding will be at 4:30 p.m. May 28 at Christ Baptist Cathedral in Bayou Blue. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Jessie Lee Eillis and Robert Lee Price Sr. of New Orleans. She is employed by G.M. Clients Cares. The groom is the grandson of Willie Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Edwar Fletcher and the late Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Ballard. He is employed by BETCO. ============================ Gravois-Mudge Charles Jr. and Crystal Gravois of Vacherie announce the engagement of their daughter Erin Louise to Christopher Ray Mudge, son of Alvin and Wanda Mudge of Branch. The wedding will be at noon May 28 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the ganddaughter of Charles and Jane Gravois or Vacherie, Malcolm Chapoton Jr. or Lutcher and the late Marjorie B. Chapoton. She is a 1998 graduate of E.D. White High School and grdduated from Louisiana State University with bachelor's and master's degrees. She is employed by the Ascension Parish School Board as a speech and language pathologist The groom is the grandson of Hazel Doucet of Branch, the late Houston Doucet and the late Lonnie and Jeweil Mudge. He is a 1997 graduale of Iota High School and graduated from LSU with a bachelor's and master's degrees in agronomy. He is attending the University of Florida in the doctoral program in aquatic weed science. He is employed by the University of Florida. ============================ Thibodeaux-Zak Wayne J. and Laura D. Thibodeaux of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Hudith Thibodeaux to John Gregory Zak, son of Gregory Michael Zak of Vermilion, Ohio, and the late Eleanor U. Zak. The wedding will be at 1 p.m. May 28 at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Raymond J. and Vernice B. Thibodeaux of Thibodaux, the late Frank J. and Frances O. DeCoursey of Bogalusa. She is a 1996 graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High School and graduated from Louisiana Tech University in 2000. She is a 2002 graduate of Louisiana State University Health and Science Center. She is employed by Advanced Otolaryngology Services of Jacksonville. Fla. as an audiologist. The groom is the grandosn of Gertrude Thiel, the late Werner Thieo of Peninsula, Ohio, the late Mr. and Mrs. John Zak of Richfield, Ohio. He is a 1993 graduate of Barron Collier High School in Naples. Fla., and graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University. He is employed by Olympus America Inc. as a medical sales professional. ============================ Aupied-Geiger Robert and Audrey Thibodeaux Cosgrove of Thibodaux and Wayne and Myra Aupied of Baton Rouge announce the engagement of their daughter Katherin Jon Aupied to Scott David Geiger, son of Helen Geiger of Lansing, Mich., and David Geiger of Frankenmuth, Mich. The wedding will be in mid-June at Madewood Plantation House. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Willis and Betty Thibodeaux of Thibodaux, Mary Joyce and the late Clayton Aupied of Thibodaux. She is a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with bachelor's and master's degrees in education. She is employed by the Lafourche Parish School Board. The prospective groom is a 1992 graduate of Lansing Everett High School and graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's degree in music education. He is employed by the Floyd County Board of Education in Rome, Georgia. ============================ LeBlanc-Hebert Ola Clement of Thibodaux, Jimmy Sr. and Billie LeBlanc of Morgan City, announce the engagement of their daulshter, Mandy LeBlanc, to Scott Hebert, son of Dennis and Vicky Hebert. The wedding will be at 6 p.m. June 24 at St. Genevieve Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Savoie Sr. She is a 1998 graduate of Thibodaux High School. The groom is the grandson of Paul and Loretta Voiron. He is a 2002 graduate of Thibodaux High School. ============================ Zeringue-Calais Ray Joseph Zeringue and Jude Gaudet Rodrigue of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Dolly Elizabeth Zeringue, to Jan Clay Calais, son of Perry and Sadie Calais of Cecilia. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. June 3 at St.,Bernard Church in Breaux Bridge. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Nell Zeringue, the late Charles Zerintnle and the late Allen and Elma Gaudet. She is a 1996 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2001 graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She is employed by Cecilia Junior High School where she teaches home economics. The prospective groom is the grandson of Carlee "Coach" Huvan, the late Ethel Huval and the late Clay and Pearl Calais. He is a 1994 'graduate of Teurlings Catholic High School and a 2001 graduate of the University of Louisiana - Lafayette. He is employed by New Line Medical as a sales executive. ============================ Washington-Bruce Angeline Washington of St Francisville announces the engagement of her daughter Kathy Washington to Johnny Bruce; son of the late Gloria and Edward Thomas of Napoleonville. She is also the daughter of the late Alex Washington. The couple will exchange vows at 4 p.m. June 4 at Houma Municipal Auditorium in Houma. ============================ Ratcliff-Vaccarella Charles Jr. and Robin Ratcliff of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Rae Ratcliff, to Jason Anthony Vaccarella, son of Frankie and Viola Vaccarella of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. June 4 at House of Prayer. The future bride is the granddaughter of Earl and Viva Adams and Charlie and Delta Ratcliff. She is a 2003 graduate of Thibodaux Christian Academy and a student of Nicholls State University. She is employed by La Casa Del Sol. The prospective groom is the grandson of John and Elaine Marillo, Sam and Rose Vaccarella. He is a 2000 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School. He is employed by La Casa del Sol. ============================ Roundtree-Ashton Mr. and Mrs. Gwain Roundtree of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter. Amy Elizabeth Roundtree, to Michael Robert Ashton. son of Robert Owen Ashton of Bossier City. The wedding will be June 4 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hernandez of Napoleonville and Alton "Checkerboard" Roundtree and the late Frances "Tut" Roundtree of Thibodaux. She is a graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School, Louisiana State University and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. She is in her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Ashton of Telferner, Texas. He is a graduate of Airline High School and attends Bossier Parish Community College where he is majoring in computer graphic design. He is employed by Ferriday's Restaurant in the Isle of Capri in Bossier City. The couple will reside in Shreveport ============================ Bernard-Walker Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Raoul Bernard of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca Frances Bernard, to Christopher Patrick Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Joseph Walker of Houma. The wedding will be in early June at St. Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect, whose mother is the former Jane Marcello, graduated from E.D. White High School and Nicholls State University, where she received a bachelor's degree in communicative disorders. She will graduate in fall 2005 with a master's degree in education technology and leadership. She is a teacher employed by the Ascension Parish School Board. She is the granddaughter of Rosalie Marcello, the late John Marcello and Mr. and Mrs. Raoul Bernard. The prospective groom, whose mother is the former Georgianna Fink, graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High School and Southeast College of Technology. He is a networking specialist employed by Transech in Houma. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Jake Walker Sr. of Houma and the late Mr. and Mrs. George Fink of Monroe. The couple will reside in Thibodaux. ============================ Parfait-Chenier Mr. and Mrs. Delvin Parfait Sr. of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, Devon Elizabeth Parfait, to Dwayne Paul Chenier, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Chenier of Houma. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 20 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Antoine and Edna Parfait and Marie Dion and the late Adam Pierre. The prospective groom is the grandson of Adriel Chenier and the late Percy Chenier, Stella Ellender and the late Warren Ellender. He is a 1996 graduate of Ellender Memorial High School in Houma. He is employed by Haliburton Energy Services. ============================ Reulet-Becnel Mr. and Mrs. IRichard Reult Jr. of Vacherie announce the engagement of their daughter, Janie Elizabeth Reulet, to Evan John Becnel, son of Mr. and Mrs. Duane Becnel of Vacherie. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. June 3 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Vacherie. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Reulet Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clerfe Thibodeaux Sr. She is a 2001 graduate of St. James High School and a 2005 graduate of Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is emmployed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Cenler. The prospective groom is the granndson of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Becnel, Luke Granier Jr. and the late Mabtel Granier. He is a 1999 graduate of St. James High School and a 2001 graduate of Louisiana Technical College with an associate's degree in advancted industrial technology. He is employed by Motiva Enterprises. ============================ Matherne-Padilla Kevin and Darlene Matherne of Lockport announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Marie Matherne, to Jorge Antonio Padilla Jr., son of Jorge Sr. and Cristina Padilla Sr. of Raceland. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 21 at the Raceland Lions Club. The bride-elect is the grdnddaughter of the late Oakland Matherne of Lockport, Raleigh and Winnie Theriot of Lockport, Able1 Theriot and the late Barbara Theriot of Lockport. She is a 2005 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Marcos and Eusemia Padilla of Mexico and Indalecio and Sara Cedillo of Mexico. He is a 2003 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. He is employed by North American Shipbuilding. ============================ Singleton-Jackson Robert and Rosary Singleton announce the engagement of their daughter, Twenica "Nikki" Singleton to Cordell Jacckon, son of Gail and Lancy Meads. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. May 21 at Moses Community Center. She is a 1993 graduate of Morgan City High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by Cadence of Acadiana. The groom is the grandson of Shirley Jackson. He is a 1995 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Crescent Crown. ============================ Foshee-Falgout Randy and Becky Foshee of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Lee Foshee, to Chad Michael Falgout, son of Joey and Roxanne Falgout of Gheens. The wedding will be at St. Hilary of Poitiers Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bourgeois and Enzy Foshee and the late Weuell Foshee. She is a 2001 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2003 graduate of Nicholls State University. She is employed by Community Bank. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Armond Falgout and Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Stevens. He is a 2001 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and is employed by Joey's Wrecker Service. ============================ Johnson-Seigerman Mildred Johnson and Carol Thomas of thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Kendrea Kion Johnson, to Sampson Paul Seigerman, son of George and Rose Seigerman of Brookshire, Texas. The wedding will be 1 PM, July 30, 2005 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Cleveland and Rebecca joseph of Thibodaux. She is a 1994 graduate of H. L. Bourgeois High School and a 2000 graduate of Nicholls State. She is employed by Bed, Bath, and Beyond in Houston. The prospective groom is the grandson of Bill and Peggy Coe of San Antonio and Harold and Jesse Peaslee of Yelm, Wash. He is a 1990 graduate of Langham Creek High in Houston and a 2005 graduate of the Art institute of Houston. He is employed by Sugar Land Oaks Nursing Home in Sugar Land, Texas. ============================ Pouwels-Usey Silvia and Gary Pouwels of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Pouwels to Steve Usey II, son of Donna and Steve Usey of Thbiodaux. The wedding will be on May 27 at St. Joseph Co-cathedral in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Julia and Raul Pereza. She is a graduate of Thibodaux High School and attends Nicholls State University. The groom is the grandson of Nell and Bobby Folse of Thibodaux. He is a graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Shredit. ============================ Cortez-Ockmond Allen and Robin Cortez of Schriever, announce the engagement of their daughter, Angie Marie Cortez, to Joshua William Ockmond, son of Russell and Sylvia Ockmond of Thibodaux. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. May 27 at St. Bridget Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Marie and the late Evens Duet and the late Alcide Jr. and Irene Cortez. She is a 1999 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2004. She is employed by Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center as a registered nurse. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Robert and Ullian Ockmond, the late William Metcalf and Elsie Metcalf Hebert. He is a 1999 graduate ot E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University in 2003. He is employed bv Chevron-Texaco. ============================ Orgeron-Adams Steve and Arlene Orgeron of Houma announce the engagement of their daughter, April Lynn Orgeron, to Brandon Paul Adams, son of Lonnie ana Cathy Adams of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. May 20 at St Louis Church. The future bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Junius Benoit Sr., Claude Orgeron Jr. and the late Malvin Orgeron. She i s a 2001 graduate of Central Lafourche High School. She is employed by Merry Oaks Preschool. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Hendrick Degruise, Lois Adams and the late Heman Adams. He is a 1997 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Cameco Industries. ============================ Tregre-Henninger. Nolen C. Tregre Jr. and Julie Thlbodaux Tregre, both of Thibodaux, announce the engagement of their daughter, Christie Lynn Tregre, to Brandon Jude Henninger, son of Dennis J. Henninger and Donna Borne Henninger. The wedding will be at 7 pm. June 10 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Nolen C. Tregre and Inez Richard Tregre of Thibodaux, Mary Lou Naquin Thibodaux and the late Lucien Thibodaux of Thibodaux. She is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School and graduated from Louisiana Technical College in 2002 with an associate's degree in office systems. She is employed by Dr. Pasam S. Rao. The prospective groom is the grandson of Jules "Butch" Borne Jr. and Janice Gregoire Borne of Napoleonville and the late Josh H. Henninger and Isabelle Guillot Henninger of Thibodaux. He is the great-grandson of Dolores Gregoire of Pierre Part He is a 1999 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Gulf Island Fabrications. ============================ Zeringue-Calais Ray Joseph Zeringue and June Gaudet Rodrigue of Raceland announce the engagement of their daughter, DollY Elizabeth Zeringue, to Ian Clay Calais, son of Perry and Sadie Calais of Cecilia. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. June 3 at St. Bernard Church in Breaux Bridge. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Nell Zeringue, the late Charles Zeringue and the late Allen and Elma Gaudet She is a 1996 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and a 2001 graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She is employed by Cecilia Junior High School, where she teaches home economics. The prospective groom is the grandson of Carlee "Coach" Huvan, the late Ethel Huval and the late Clay and Pearl Calais. He is a 1994 graduate of Teurlings Catholic High School and a 2001 graduate of the University of Louisiana Lafayette. He is employed by New Line Medical as a sales executive. ============================ McGill-Bourgeois Mr. and Mrs. Arnold McGill of laPlace announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Marie McGill, to Marc Berming Bourgeois, son of Carroll and Gwen Bourgeois of Lafayette. The wedding will be May 27 Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James McGill of Ashland, Miss., and the late Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Sutton Sr. of Reserve. The bride-elect is a graduate of St Charles Catholic High School and the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, where she received a bachelor's degree in interpersonal and organizational communication. The prospective groom is a graduate of St Thomas More High School and the UniverSity of Louisiana-Lafayette, where he received a bachelor's degree in marketing. He is currently attending graduate school at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, pursuing a master's degree in counselor education. ============================ Dowdy-Hyatt Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dowdy Jr. of Kingwood, Texas announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Lynne Dowdy to Rodney Shawn Hyatt son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hyatt of Gray and Linda Denning of Dallas The wedding will be in June at St Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Doris Adams, the late Harold Adams Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dowdy Sr., all of Thibodaux. She is a 1996 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2000 graduate of the University of Louisiana Monroe where she received a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology. She is a 2001 graduate of the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center's program in radiation therapy. She is employed as a radiation therapist by Cancer Care Specialists. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lois Hyatt of Starks, Joyce Santos and the late Leslie Santos Sr. of Pineville and Mr. and Mrs. Chung Ling of Taiwan. He is a 1991 graduate of Thihodaux High School and a 1996 graduate of Nicholls State University, where he received a bachelor's degree in marketing. He is a 1998 graduate of the Louisiana State Police Academy. He is employed by the Louisiana State Police. ============================ Bednarz-Beauchamp Mr. and Mrs. Michael Anthony Bednarz of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Renee Bednarz, to Charles Frederick Beauchamp, son of Dr. and Mrs. Robert Frederick Beauchamp of Clinton. The wedding will be at 7 p.m. June 17 at St Joseph Co-cathedral. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Marie Musso Battaglia, the late Anthony John Battaglia of Thibodaux, the late Billie Raynor of Thibodaux and the late Bernie Bednarz of Philadelphia. She is a 1996 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in marketing and a master's degree in business administration. She is pursuing a doctorate in marketing at Mississippi State University. The prospective groom is the grandson of Maude Mizzi Williams, the late Thomas Sale Williams of Ethel, the late Mr. and Mrs. John Moore Beauchamp of Clinton. He is a 1995 graduate of Silliman Institute and University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a bachelor's degree in finance and graduated from Mississippi State University with a master's degree in finance. He is pursuing a doctorate in finance at Mississippi State University. ============================ LeBoeuf-Breaux David LeBoeuf and Annette LeBoeuf of Larose announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Elizabeth LeBoeuf to Mark Paul Breaux, son of Ricky Breaux and Mary Breaux of Cut Off. The couple will exchange vows midsummer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Hartman, Faith LeBoeuf and the late Frank LeBoeuf. She is a 2003 graduate of the Louisiana School of Math, Science and the Arts and attends Nicholls State University. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Roman Guidry, Evelia Breaux and the late Lester Breaux. He is a 2001 graduate of South Lafourche High School and a 2005 graduate of Nicholls State University. ============================ Legendre-Rollins Mr. and Mrs. Gus Legendre of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter Rayna Maria Legendre to Willie Joe Rollins Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Rollins Sr. of Bayou L'Ourse. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. June 24 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of E.D. White Catholic High School in Thibodaux and a 2000 graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg. She is employed by East Baton Rouge Parish Schools. The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Assumption High School in Napoleonville and a 2003 graduate of Nieholls State University. He is employed by Voorhies Supply Co. ============================ Paige-Cheatham Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Paige Sr. of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter Hope LaShawn Paige to Kinyata Cheatham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis West of Labadieville. The couple will exchange vows at 4 p.m. May 21 at Allen Chapel A.M.E. church in Thibodaux. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Robert Jones, the late Welton Jones and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Fleming of Thibodaux. She is a 1992 graduate of Thibodaux High School. She attends Delgado Community College for child education. She is employed by Lafourche Parish Head Start The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Cheatham and the late Mr. and Mrs. James West. He is employed by Bollinger. ============================ Landry-Hebert Chris Landry and Nina L Boggs of Thibodaux announce the engagement of their daughter Katie Elizabeth Landry to Bobby Joseph Hebert, son of David and Donna Hebert of Labadieville. The weddi ng will be at 7 p.m. June 17 at St. Philomena Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Vera Landry and the late Adley Landry of Thibodaux, Zenobia Landry and the late Russell Landry of Thibodaux. She is a 1999 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated from Nicholls State University with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is employed by Thibodaux Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse . The prospective groom is the grandson of Gerald Hebert and the late Joyce Hebert of LabadieviIle, Alvin and Barbara Gros of Napoleonville. He is a 1997 graduate of Assumption High School and graduated from Ascension Vocational College with a degree in instrumentation. He is employed by Borden Chemical Inc. as a process technician. ============================ Crochet-Louque Rose Portier Crochet of Thibodaux announces the engagement of her daughter, Amanda Ann Crochet to Arron Paul Lougue, son of Richard and Carol Louque of Thibodaux. The couple will exchange vows at 7 p.m. June 17 at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Abdon Portier and Marie Crochet Boudreaux. She is a 2000 graduate of Thibodaux High School and a 2003 graduate of Nicholls State University. She is employed by Assumption Parish School Board. The prospective groom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Kearney Louque Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Cleore Chiasson He is a 1992 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He is employed by Bollingers. ============================ Franklin-Antoine Hattie Mae Moore and WaIter Franklin Jr. of Terrebonne Parish announce the engagement of their daughter, Tonia Franklin, to Brad Antoine Jr., son of Janice and Brad Antoine of Gray. The wedding will be at 5 p.m. June 4 at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Viola C. Moore and Sherman Carvin and Gustavia Livas and Walter Franklin Sr. She is a 1993 graduate of Ellender High School. The prospective groom is the grandson of Theresa Calloway and the late Payton Calloway of Dularge and Rosie Lee Antoine and the late Lawrence Francis of Gray. He is a 2000 graduate of Terrebonne High School. ============================ Boudreaux-Naquin Randy Boudreaux and Mona James announce the engagement of their daughter Mykah Boudreaux to Lyle Naquin, son of Scott and Ivy Lynn Naquin. The wedding will be in early June at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Larry Boudreaux, Una Mae "Poochie" Boudreaux, Ecland and Della Pitre. She is a 1999 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by the Lafourche Parish School Board. The prospective groom is the grandson of Leroy and Rhea Foret and Tony and Beverly Naquin. He is a 1998 graduate of Central Lafourche High School and graduated from ITT Technica1 Institute. He is employed by PFG. ============================ Martin-Thompson Johnny and Michele Martin of Cut Off announce the engagement of their daughter, Alicia Leslie Martin to Bradley Thomas Thompson, son of Cecil Thompson of New Orleans and Louise Schillenkamp of Chalmette. The wedding will be in late spring at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of W. and Gloria Dufrene, the late Morris and Lorida Martin of Cut Off. She is a 1997 graduate of South Lafourche High School and graduated from Nicholls State University. She is employed by Harrison County School District. The groom is the grandson of the late Joseph and Matilda Kulivan and Thomas and Henrietta Gremillion of New Orleans. He is a 1997 graduate of Chalmette High School. He is employed by Harrison County Sheriffs Office. =============================================================================