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HERE ARE JUST SOME OF OUR #FRONTLINE HEROES
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Jeanie Hill is a nurse at UMC. 
Dr. Odinet has served on the Medical Executive Committee for the last 3 years at Our Lady of Lourdes-Lafayette hospital while still working as an ER Doctor. He is also part owner of XstremeMD (remote healthcare)i n Broussard, LA and working vigorously during this Covid-19 pandemic. Being away from his wife and kids to keep them safe while still serving and helping save lives in the ER at Our Lady of Lourdes-Lafayette and running seven remote telemedicine clinics in different states is being a Health Hero for Covid-19 pandemic. 
Dr. Tina Stefanski 
Karl Broussard 
Dr. Samona Smith Drexler 
Jamie Smith 
Jeneen Black Turner 
Brittany Bernard, she is a RN @ Our Lady Of Lourdes 
Stacey Bertrand is an RN on the front line of COVID 19 at Our Lady of Lourdes 
Front line hero’s are not only doctors and nurses but AT&T employees who are making sure everyone/first responders have communication during this time! 
Nurse Trinette Thomas of Ville Platte, LA. 
Ashley Thomas works for PinePrairie Ice Detention Center for 4 years 
Sarah LeBouef at her nursing job 
Colette Ruddock, LPN, who works for the VA in Lafayette, LA. 
Hannah Landry. She works for Arbonne and she is going around all of Lafayette and accepting donations of $15 to help support nurses during this time. She puts together little go bags for nurses that give them a pick me up during their stressful hours. She is supporting close to 80 nurses now and continue to grow. 
Kevin Lowry volunteer firefighter Duson 
Marcus Hoffpauir Truck driver (Refrigerated unit for Hirschbach Trucking) O/O Dragonfly Trucking. 
EMS who also went to NOLA recently with her team to help with the COVID-19 
EMS Medics: Jennifer Charlie, Scott Johnson, Kirstie Charlie 
Michael Lowry volunteer firefighter Duson 
Scott Johnson- Medic with Acadian Ambulance 
Randall Scott for being a “Hero” thru this pandemic. He is employed at Super 1 Foods in Opelousas. Working long tireless hours providing groceries & supplies to families 
This is the Radiology crew at Iberia Medical Center. Radiology is definitely front line, though not mentioned much as front line. A chest X-ray is necessary for anyone with respiratory symptoms not to mention those admitted need a daily chest x-ray, in their room, especially if not ambulatory or on a ventilator. 
Sgt. Phyllis Tyler-Beverly is a (20) year veteran of O.P.D. Sgt. Tyler-Beverly has served in several capacities at the department including Patrol, School Resource, DARE, and sexual assault investigator. Sgt. Tyler-Beverly who was up until schools were closed during the current Covid-19 Crisis, was serving as a committed DARE officer, School Resource officer, and supervising liaison for the recently created mentoring program for at risk youth. Sgt. Tyler-Beverly at a moments notice proceeded directly back to the frontlines of the patrol division where she was needed to serve as a Team Sgt. to assist in leading other team members in the current crisis. Sgt. Tyler has demonstrated that she is always ready to put her hands on deck, not matter what the assignment or conditions. 
Pfc. Simmons is a (6) year veteran of the Opelousas Police Department. Pfc. Simmons currently serving in the Patrol Division, has also been assigned to a street level narcotics team since he began his career at O.P.D. Pfc. Simmons who was recently involved in a serious motor vehicle accident returned to duty after minimal time away from the job, indicating his true commitment to serving his community. As a member of the patrol division Pfc. Simmons is an active member on the Front Line of serving and protecting 
Lisa Verret Nurse at Iberia Medical Center 
Marquita Henry grandmother of 2.She work at OLOL Womens and Children hospital. Marquita is a frontline hero ,because she works registration inside the Emergency Room. Marquita is always a ray of sunshine and brings smiles to anyone one. Marquita is a very humble and a deserving person who puts everyone first. 
Kerrill Joy James, Registered Nurse of Iberia Medical Center, New Iberia, LA 
Briclyn Clark. She is an LPN at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Ville Platte. She works on the med surg floor. She is a kind and compassionate person, which serves her well when she is with her patients. In addition to being a nurse, she is also a mom to Kyle and Braxtyn. 
Pfc. Bob is a (9) year veteran of O.P.D. Pfc. Bob has served his entire career in the Patrol Division and is a dependable team member that has shown his commitment to getting the job done. Pfc. Bob makes the sacrifices daily to ensure the safety of his community. Pfc. Bob has an even temperament even when performing some of the most dangerous duties that the job requires. Pfc. Bob has been on the frontlines the entirety of his career and continues to live up to his commitment to his 
Emily Verret Nurse at Iberia Medical Center 
Heroes at Lafayette General Hospital 
Jacob Doxey, RN out of Lake Charles specialist putting ports in Coronavirus patients 
Misty Eggins PinePrairie Ice Detention center 
Lourdes ICU Nurses on the Frontlines 
Melanie Winters. Melanie has been an LPN at Our Lady of Lourdes for nearly 30 years. She has been working tirelessly treating and serving patients diagnosed with COVID-19 since it’s onset in Lafayette all while uplifting her family, attending school to obtain her RN license and helping her classmates with assignments. 
Mitchell Zeno: Truck Driver. Works for Sysco. Up every morning at 3:00 a.m. to deliver food to “Grocery Stores”, and “Restaurants”. Thank You and all your fellow employees. 
Priscilla LeJeune, McKesson Driver, and more importantly my Mom. She has served the Acadiana area for over 23 years with delivering medical supplies to Doctor offices and medical facilities with a smile and a giggle. Priscilla stands in multiple lines, answers a series of questions and has her temperature checked over 20 times a day to ensure that the medical professionals are able to take care of patients. 
Skyla Briley front line hero at the nursing home in Arnaudville 
Officer L. Davis at the Robicheaux Center during the New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and the Brees Dream Foundation daily meal service. 
My brother Scott Fontenot from Ville Platte is working with the president to bring those big tents across country to every place that needs them plus everything else they need delivered medical wise or whatever.. he’s been gone for months now away from his daughter and grandchild & son-in-law barely getting rest staying up hours and hours at a time get what everybody needs.. He has a big heart and loves what he does and is a very hard worker.. He’s been a truck diver for 18-20 years now.. 
Allison LeJeune; she is my Frontline Hero. She is a registered respiratory therapist at OLOL. She is amazing at what she does. She gives her all. She gives a portion of her heart with every person she comes in contact with. This is her 3rd year working. Her smile is contagious and she is a perfect role model for any young lady to follow after. I’m blessed to not only call her my Frontline Hero, but she is my godchild! 
Pfc. Sylvester is currently (9) months into her second time joining O.P.D. Pfc. Sylvester had previously served with the department for over (2) years before she departed to fulfill her motherly duties to a newborn son. Pfc. Sylvester never lost her passion for Law Enforcement following in the footsteps of her mother Ms. Peggy Sylvester who served as a Corrections Supervisor for both the Opelousas Police Dept. and the St. Landry Sheriff’s Office. Pfc. Sylvester has a strong passion for her job and is committed to serving in this current crisis. Pfc. Sylvester prior to the current crisis causing a disruption in classes was taking it upon herself to become proficient in sign language so she can better serve the community. Pfc. Sylvester began and is still serving in the patrol division putting herself on the frontline to serve her community. Pfc. Sylvester continues to serve under the current adverse conditions during the Covid-19 crisis. 
April is a mother of 3, a Senior at CHS and 2 young children. She’s been a nurse for 13 years and currently works at Iberia Medical Center! Her family is so proud of her and praying for her safety! 
Lt. Laura Breaux, Warden|Corrections Division, 32 years of service 
Dylan Ardoin a RN at Lafayette General Hospital is our hero thanks for all you do you are highly appreciated!! He is from Ville Platte, La. 
Judith Stelly, Director of Nursing/Clinical Coordinator for Hospice of Acadiana 
Kaylen Guillory works on the front line at acadian ambulance 
Dy. Cynthia Leleux, E911 Dispatch, 17 years of service 
Pfc. Pickens is a (10) year veteran of O.P.D. Pfc. Bob has served his career in the Patrol Division and Special Operations Division. He is a dependable team member that has shown his dedication to getting the job done. Pfc. Pickens makes the sacrifices daily to ensure the public is safe. Pfc. Pickens has been on the frontlines the entirety of his career and continues to live up to his commitment to his job. During this Pandemic, he is committed to showing up to work so that families can stay home!! 
Dy. Jonothon Morgan, K9 Patrol, 11 years of service 
Det. Christopher Roberts, Criminal Investigation Division, 3 years of service 
I would like to thank these two beautiful hero’s, Sarah Bergeron & Macy Champagne. They are both CT techs working on the frontline at Lafayette General Hospital in the Radiology Department. 
Sgt. Craig Webb, Patrol Division, 9 years of service 
Doug Perkins from Abbeville General! 
Laborde Therapy Center in Lafayette, Youngsville and Morgan city we serve the public.. both in the clinic & via telemedicine. 
Tara Thibodeaux Howerton work for a VA hospital and recently graduated as a Nurse practitioner. She VOLUNTEERED to go to NOLA to help with covid-19 patients at the VA hospital. 
Dametra Taylor Vernon Parish Community Health Center 
PO. Evan Sumrall is just beginning his career at O.P.D. just recently graduating the academy in December of 2019. PO. Sumrall has shown great enthusiasm for his chosen profession. Eager to learn new aspects of the job. PO. Sumrall serving in the patrol division is on the frontline of the crisis and as with his teammates or directly responding to situations that put them in hazardous conditions on a daily basis. PO. Sumrall does not hesitate to answer the call and respond to serve and protect the citizens of Opelousas. 
Adonia O’Brien—R.N. Opelousas General Emergency Room 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital 
ER staff on the Frontline at Abbeville General. Pictured are: Manage, Michelle Dartez, RN; ER physician Claude Meeks, MD; Staff nurses Doug Perkins, RN; Cebrin Marshall RN; Lisa Mouton, LPN; Nurse Practitioner Susan Wilhelm, FNP; ED Tech Paige Touchet; Charge Nurse Nicole Hargrave, RN; Lab tech/phlebotomist Nakendria Ardoin 
Keep mommies and babies safe at LGMC. Alex Daly 
Shantel Clay 
Tracey Colson Antee is the Foundation Director for Opelousas General Health System, and she is currently acting in a dual role as the Public Liaison during this COVID-19 event. Everyday she sends a calendar to invite for the daily information call and it takes no more than about 15 minutes. This call is to provide information from OGHS, resources and to insure that all information is disseminated equally throughout the parish. This call is proven to be informative and provide value to leaders in making decisions as it impacts the citizens, clients and community. Each day Tracey gives a report that provides information on the status of cases in St. Landry Parish in addition to sharing information about resources for our most vulnerable populations. 
Sgt. Brandon Harris is a (13) year veteran of O.P.D. Sgt. Harris has served in several capacities since his time with the department, including Patrol, Investigations, and Narcotics. Sgt. Harris has been one of the most productive and proactive officers of O.P.D. during his tenure at the department. Currently serving as an investigator Sgt. Harris is tasked with the investigations of major crimes, which unfortunately are more complex and challenging during the current crisis that society faces. Sgt. Harris has stayed committed to making sure the cases that he is tasked with investigating are thoroughly investigated and justice is served. Sgt. Harris is on the front lines of making sure major criminal offenders are brought to justice to ensure public safety during the current Covid-19 crisis. 
Lt. Lacomb is a (20) year veteran of O.P.D. Lt. Lacomb has served as the Opelousas City Jail Warden during his time with the department. Lt. Lacomb is currently serving as one of (4) shift Lieutenants that are tasked with leading the men and women of the patrol division that represent the true frontline of law enforcement daily, and especially during the current pandemic. Lt. Lacomb has led his team by not only being concerned for the safety of the community, but the safety and well being of his team. Lt. Lacomb’s team has recently been credited with handling major investigations during the current crisis. Lt. Lacomb has continued to stay committed to the job even after overcoming major health issues of his own. 
Sara Gigliotti has been an RN in the emergency department at University Hospital in Lafayette. Sara is also a mother of two daughters, one 11 and the other 3 months. Sara returned to work after maternity leave in early February. Knowing all the risks, she continues to go to work and help all patients! She also found time to reach out to her community, and get masks donated for her entire department! 
Taylor LaPorte works at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in ICU. Taylor has been an RN for about a year. Taylor wakes up every day with a beautiful heart and she deserves to be honored. She is on the front lines of this virus and we are so proud of her. 
Dot Duhon has made over 500 masks to protect health care workers form the Corona Virus . She generously gives them out . 
Eric Duane Terry has been employed in the medical field for more than 15 years. This past month has really pushed Duane to show and prove his love for others. He wakes up every day ready and willing to serve during this Corona Virus pandemic by putting himself last and all others first. He’s on call 24 hours delivering to medical facilities daily making sure that all patients have needed equipment in place. He’s always behind the scenes offering patients, staff, and everyone he comes into contact with encouraging words. 
Emily is a Lead Therapist – RRT at AMG Specialty Hospital. Shes been on the frontline as a respiratory therapist working very long hours. 
Jada Narcisse from St Martinville is a Medical Assistant-Nurse that loves taking care of her patients at Bayou Region Family Practice. Just today I heard her calling one of her elderly patients back just to check and see how she was feeling! She is one Awesome Person with the love and passion for the job she does each day on the front line and we Love her so much. 
Easton Shelvin is the deputy supervisor at the Opelousas City Marshall’s Office and the Pastor of The Truth Is Ministries. 
Kelly Segura has been a registered nurse for over 13 years. She’s currently a Neonatal Charge Nurse at Women’s and Children’s Hospital where she’s been employed for over 11 years. Her love, dedication, caring heart, and warm spirit are not the only qualities that make her a Front Line Hero, but also her faith in God as a healthcare employee and believing that she serves as a vessel in God’s healing hands. Kelly continues to work hard on the front lines, with a positive attitude as she leads her team in the care, recovery, and healing of her patients. 
Frontline workers in New Orleans 
John-Michael Bellard works in ER at Our Lady of Lourdes Women and Children’s hospital. John-Michael graduated from UL in December and started his career as an RN in January. 
Erin Forgey works in NICU at Our Lady of Lourdes Women and Children’s. Erin has been an RN in NICU at Women & Children’s hospital since 2016. 
Eric Robert is a food service truck driver. He works for Coastal Food Services. He delivers groceries to offshore workers. Eric is a people person who has a witty personality and extremely funny. He loves meeting people. He has a wife and two sweet children whom he has to leave just about every day to continue to deliver food to offshore workers! 
Susan Edwards Jones is a resident of Lafayette, LA and is working frontline of the battle against COVID-19. Susan has been a Charged Registered Nurse at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, on the Med-Surge floor for 29 years and Opelousas General Hospital, on the L-TAC floor for 15 years. She takes pride in her work, enjoys taking care of patients, as well as offering passionate support to them and their families. 
RN Lyle Prejean is very compassionate about the patients and employees at Lafayette General Medical Center. Lyle is willing to help others no matter what the task is. He is passionate about his work and for the safety of everyone involved!! Example: If a patient needs help showering or needs to be changed, he will help instead of delegate. Lyle is a man of Love and he is no respecter of persons. We love Lyle because he stands for what is right! 
Cherie Ameist works for Lafayette General at the Cancer Center she sits at the front desk. When you are feeling down she brightens up your day with a smile and good spirits . 
Mariah Nicole Jeanlouis, ER tech at Iberia Medical Center, Nursing student at Nicholls, Graduate of Catholic High New Iberia 
Abby Duhon is from Carencro, La. She a RN at Lafayette General on the six floor. Abby is very compassionate about her job and makes sure her patients or well taken care of. 
Front line hero Lois Thomas is my awesome mom. She has been a nurse for 19years. She works at Maison Teche Nursing home in jeanerette Louisiana. She takes great pride in what she does. The residents and they family love her so much. I ask that everyone keeps her in they prayers along with all the other front line heroes. 
Katie O’Donnell is on the front line at UHC ICU. We miss seeing her but she is doing what she loves. She is a RN in the unit 
Mr. Shelton Anthony (director) and Mr. Bradley Pickney (assistant director) along with their teams of the Opelousas General Hospital environmental services department, tirelessly keep their facilities, main and south campus, clean and disinfected 24/7. Their hard work and dedication is consistently carried out with a smile! 
Lt. Dwayne Bertrand has worked for the Lafayette Police Department for over 20 years now. He is one of the most respected officers in the department. He goes above and beyond helping people of the City of Lafayette. He has worked long hours to make sure the residents, and visitors of Lafayette are safe during this pandemic. 
PO Corey Dekerlegand just completed his first year on the job. After graduating from ALETA in Lafayette he immediately joined the Patrol Division. Corey is a smart, kind, and considerate officer. At a moment’s notice he responds to a call for duty. One thing that makes him stand out among others is his keen sense of knowing what is going on around him. He has the ability to confront the biggest problem with his people skills. During this pandemic, he has not panicked at all. He treats all citizens with the upmost respect. He has a bright future and you will see him for many years on the job, doing what he does best. 
Lt. Dwight Brown wears so many titles: DARE Officer, Jail Warden, Shift Commander, Pastor, Horseman, KrackTea, School Resource Officer, Husband , Fater, Grandpa and the list goes on and on. He can also be described as the “Gentle Giant.” He spends much of his time trying to make a difference in this community. His strength is, he’s a good listener. In this day, you must have a sensitive ear. He has a heart for the people. Serving more than 25 years in Law Enforcement, he has the ability to bring calmness to any violent situation. He can be found on Facebook daily, featuring his inspirational Bible message of Serving Tea with Pastor Brown. The one thing we need in this Pandemic is for someone to Serve Positive Tea! 
Nurse for 26 years… she is currently an educator at SLCC and frontline hero at local community hospital with Advantage Medical Professionals staffing agency 
Jordan Colla (left), Morgan Colla (right) “The Colla Twins” Both are Lafayette Policer Officers that work the north side of Lafayette. During this time, they are both working very hard and long hours to patrol and keep the citizens of Lafayette safe during this hard time. Both were featured on 2 seasons of Live PD. Jordan has been in law enforcement for approximately 4 years, and Morgan has been in law enforcement for approximately 3 years. 
Gene Kraemer Jr. Of Lafayette and the Louisiana National Guard as heroes in this pandemic. The group from Acadiana have been in New Orleans for the last month and will be at least through the end of April testing people that possibly have coronavirus. I thank God for our National Guard. 
Madison Baudoin, LMSW Case Management Services at Lafayette General Medical Center 
This is Louis Anderson from Broussard, L A Nurse Practioner supporting Urgent Care Facilities as well as Emergency Roomy He is from Broussard LA works for Lourdes and Lafayete General. 
My daughter in law Elaine Vincent fighting covid 19 at our Lady of Lourdes hospital in Lafayette as a registered nurse while taking precaution to protect her husband and three little girls 
Mr Tyrone Glover former councilman for the city of Opelousas. Mr. Glover is on the frontline giving out mask to the elderly and citizens of the community. He paid for these mask out of his own pocket without hesitation. Mr Glover wants to make sure the citizens of Opelousas are protected and he is encouraging everyone to please stay at home. If anyone in Acadiana needs a mask please contact him @ 337-331-4498 
Chasity Dugar: I nominate myself as a front line hero I’m a single of four mom who attends school full time for my bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. I’ve been a Certified nursing assistant for 13 years and currently work at southwind nursing and rehabilitation center helping fight the corona virus 
Amie Hebert, respiration therapist at LGMC 
Lloyd Broussard is a postal clerk at the Youngsville Post Office. He works very hard – sometimes seven days a week – making sure that packages and mail are delivered timely during this time of quarantine. He and all the postal workers – clerks and carriers and administrators – are true frontline heroes in this time of COVID-19. 
Cherrie Brown Richard is an LPN at J. Michael Morrow Memorial Nursing Home in Arnaudville. Cherrie has been working the frontline, picking up extra hours to make sure that her patients have a sense of stability and are well taken care of. Cherrie goes beyond the call of duty treating her patients as if they are family 
Adajee’ Young is a contract registered nurse (RN) at Iberia Medical Center. She’s been getting up selfishly since this pandemic began to help others in need! She loves what she does and it shows in her spirit! 
Chelsey Huval Picard is a nurse who is working on the frontline to save others, she is risking her life everyday to save someone else’s life, yet she continue to smile and never complain, she is a true hero!!!! 
Frontline heroes Destinee Calais works at Lafayette General hospital she is a Rn 
I would like to nominate Dot Duhon for frontline hero , she has made over 500 mask to protect them form the Corona Virus . She generously gives them out . 
“The Colla Twins” Both are Lafayette Policer Officers that work the north side of Lafayette. During this time, they are both working very hard and long hours to patrol and keep the citizens of Lafayette safe during this hard time. Both were featured on 2 seasons of Live PD. Jordan has been in law enforcement for approximately 4 years, and Morgan has been in law enforcement for approximately 3 years. 
Lafayette general medical Center respiratory therapist on the front line 
Madison Baudoin, LMSW Case Management Services at Lafayette General Medical Center 
Mariah Nicole Jeanlouis ER tech at Iberia Medical Center 
I would like to nominate my wife Sara Gigliotti. Sara has been a RN in the emergency department at University Hospital in Lafayette. Sara is also a mother of two daughters, one 11 and the other 3 months. Sara returned to work after paternity leave in early February. Knowing all the risks, she continues to go work and help all patients! She also found time to reach out to her community, and get masks donated for her entire department! 
I would like to nominate my husband, Lloyd Broussard. He is a postal clerk at the Youngsville Post Office. He works very hard – sometimes seven days a week – making sure that packages and mail are delivered timely during this time of quarantine. He and all the postal workers – clerks and carriers and administrators – are true frontline heroes in this time of COVID-19. 
Nurse Chasity Fontenot has been a dedicated nurse for 15 plus years working for Savoy Medical hospital in Mamou. She’s working in a satellite office in Ville Platte La for Dr Cantu. She goes outside to swab patients that they determine the need to swab for the Corona Virus. She’s very dedicated to everyone that comes through their office. 
Captain Shane Bruno, Lafayete Fire Dept. Station More than just a Fireman. Helps all that asks him and many that just needs help. Rescues Sick, underprivileged, elderly, helps children, really anyone that needs the help. Cuts grass for free, replaces fences for free, collects toys for Xmas for children who wouldn’t have gifts otherwise. Wants no thanks or anything in return ever. Just quietly serves. He really deserves recognition for all he does. Like I said he’s more than just a Firefighter. Ask anyone in the Fire Dept or anyone that knows him. Truly the kindest person I know 
Varetta Broussard works at Magnolia Estates Nursing Home. She goes over and beyond, wherever she is needed at work. 
Christuana Jackson Jenkins LPN at Eunice Manor Nursing 
Angela Henry Carmouche is a RN at Lafayette General Hospital. 
Anita Thomas owner of Munchies Lunchbox Express. For the past 12 years Anita has supported the Lafayette Council in Aging Meals on Wheels program through donations and and food drives to help feed the elderly in our community. Recently she headed up a fund to provide groceries to the elderly in the Lafayette area. Because of her and other contributors they were able to provide 105 grocery food baskets during the COVID-19 crisis. 
Clyde have been a registered nurse since 2005. A graduate of Southern University in Baton Rouge. Clyde worked 14yrs at Tulane Hospital in New Orleans in ER and 6 years as a Pic line nurse with Dynamic Infusion Therapy. His passion is peoples health and well being he’s currently working as a dialysis nurse for Davita. 
My best friend Becky Bares, she works at Lafayette General Hospital, she is an amazing nurse , spent 20 plus years in labor and delivery now she is on the front line checking temps on everyone coming in and other different things , thank you my friend for your service 
Hi this is my daughter Shannen Theriot who is a RN at Our Lady of Lourdes. In the pic with her is her high school sweetheart/ fiancé Ben Ivey who is also a RN @ Lafayette General. They will be married in November 2020. 
I would like to honor Macye Neumeyer who is an RN, LPN ICU nurse at Lafayette General. Even though she is not on the COVID-19 ward for obvious reasons, she is providing critical services in ICU 
my daughter Breann who is a RN in Lafayette we are overflowing with pride and gratitude for her. 
My front line heroes are all the employees of Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Maurice. The director, Todd Cole, is pictured here barbecuing for the residents. 
Yolanda Senegal doing what she love. Caring for people and dedicating her off days to the people 
I would like to nominate my daughter. Her name is Kelley Perez. She is an ICU nurse at Iberia Medical Center. She has been taking care of COVID-19 patients for 3 weeks now. We are so proud of her hard work and dedication in the ICU. 
Nominating my Oldest and Loving Daughter Sharlene Carter! UNiversity Hospital & Clinic! 25 plus years!! 
This is Shampella Pitre, she is an LPN at J Michael Morrow Memorial Nursing Home of Arnaudville, Holly Hill House of Sulphur & St Martin Des Porres of Lake Charles. 
THIS IS MEGAN DAIGLE SHE IS CURRENTLY A NURSE AT Lafayette General working on the 4th floor with covid 19 patient 
I would like to recognize a front line hero here in Opelousas LA is our Chief of Police Martin McLendon. He is a great leader, family man, an a man of God. He loves everyone! He will give the shirt off his back, and leaves no one behind. 
Joi Thomas pronounces (Joy) an RN at Lafayette General. 9 th floor works tirelessly to care for their patients. 
I want to recognize Kelci Lyons Veillon who is an RN at Lafayette General ICU & an ER nurse at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical. 
I want to honor Vickie Couvillion & Brenda Lavergne who are Registered Nurses @ Opelousas General Hospital in Labor & Delivery .. These ladies purchased material and made homemade mask on their time off to help protect their fellow coworkers. 
Dr. Amer Raza is Opelousas General’s Critical Care Pulmonologist; he is passionate about his patient’s health and works day and night to provide the highest level of care. We are blessed to have him in our OGHS family 
This is Sheavon Narcisse he is a Frontline hero at Camelot In Broussard he’s always going to work with a smile on his face making people feel welcome he’s a great employee he’s a great person to work with always making our day. Sheavon goes above and beyond when it comes to interacting with his patients. 
I wanted to nominate Miss Ashley Williams she had the virus and now she’s back and better and doin what she loves. 
I would like to nominate my cousin, Shimira Marks, as a local frontline hero. She is a dispatcher for Lafayette Police Department, and she is very passionate in what she does day in and day out. She is a hard worker, and enjoys her job to the fullest. She leaves her son at home to go out and assist others in the community who needs help during this COVID-19 epidemic. 
Alexa Thibodeaux is an RN at Acadia General Hospital in Crowley. She is very compassionate about her job and saving lives. 
This is my daughter n law, Billi Rider, she is an RN in the ER at Mercy Regional hospital in ville platte… works nights, has hubsand and 3 kids at home. 
: Bridget Waldrup-Simpson Family Nurse Practitioner @ St. Bernadette Clinic/Our Lady Of Lourdes. 
I would like to nominate Dr. Kevin Hargrave as a frontline hero. Dr. Hargrave has been on call at LGMC for over three weeks. Dr. Hargrave has gone above and beyond for his colleagues and staff to minimize exposures. Let’s recognize this true hero and his selfless acts 
Myra Lewis has been an LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE for 30+ years. She actively pushes forth on the frontlines at Acadia General Hospital in Crowley. She is an amazing nurse, with a stern but loving manner, she has helped train a majority of the nurses graduating in the Acadiana area. However working on the frontline as a meds urge nurse now. She has specialized in pediatric nursing for many years. She serves on the board of directors at Acadia St. Landry hospital in Church Point where she resides. Although she has faced a few adversities of her own, she never let them interfere with her passion for nursing. Being one of her protégés, myself, I firmly believe that Myra is definitely one who deserves recognition! 
I WANT TO SHINE THE LIGHT ON MRS. MARQUELLA NOTEN-BROWN. SHE PREFORMED 3YRS WORKING FEDEX GROUND DELIVER DRIVER WE LOOK TO HER AS OUR FRONTLINE HERO 
Elizabeth Landry works for Quality Care center. She has been private sitting in St. Landry Parish for 4 years. Just so happy to still have a job in this rough time Working previously in foodservice for 38 years it was not hard to adapt to wearing gloves and mask and protection for her client as well 
Healthcare Heroes – LGMC Labor & Delivery Department – keeping our new arrivals safe amidst the pandemic. 
I nominate Niketa R. Patel. She 25 years old. Graduated from UL in 2019. She’s a Registered Nurse at Lafayette General Medical Center on COVID19 floor .BSN/RN. 
Natasha Romero has been a RN for 15 years. She has been the DON at The Ellington for 10 months. The 10 months she has been here she has been doing a great job going above and beyond. During this epidemic she works hard to ensure all the residents stay safe and always looks out for the employees health and safety. 
Johanna Owens has been an Registered Nurse at Lafayette General hospital for the past 7 1/2 years. A mother of 3 little ones & wife for 7 years. She loves helping people & bringing joy to all of those she encounters! Uplifting people around her is one of her passions. 
Jennifer is a dedicated employee, mother and grandmother who is always ready to give a hundred percent to her patients and family. 
Elizabeth Roger Brown from Lafayette is an RN. A few years ago, she and my son went through a divorce. Liz pretty much lost control of life. She went through rehab for over a year. She had to let her nursing license go. But in the last 3 years we have watched her pick herself up, working diligently on regaining her life even better than it was before. She worked hard at earning her license back. She is an RN at one of the hospitals in Lafayette and is assigned 5 covid patients. I only found this out last night. She had not let me know because she knew I would be fearful. 
Lakeysha Ruffins working in New Orleans to help with Covid-19. 
Miriam is a very caring RN that don’t talk much and that makes her a good listener. She has been deployed to New York City. She made this decision because of her big heart and the love for nursing patients back to good health. Our family is very proud of her. 
I would like to nominate Mark Mahoney – Administrator in Training at Mason de Lafayette nursing home. Mark is committed to helping all of the residents at the facility, from making certain they have their basic needs to screening employees before they come in the facility. 
Jerald and Donna Auzenne Jerald a lab tech at Heart Hospital Donna OR nurse working in ER at UHC 
Regina Jones. Rn nurse @ Eunice Acadian Medical Center. Working in hospital environment with Covid 19 patients. 
I would show appreciation for Tonya Broussard..who’s a wound tech for all the surrounding Hospitals in Lafayette parish such as Lafayette General and Regional medical center. Monday – Friday. 
I would like to honor Renee Walker as a FRONTLINE HERO. She has been working numerous hours trying to keep us all safe. She also tries to keep everyone safe and informed about the importance of COVID-19. 
Lori Courville is a caregiver in her own home who has stepped up during this trying time for all of us. Lori created a Facebook page and rallied a group of ladies together to donate and collect materials for masks. Those same ladies made and distributed masks. Lori also reached out to local hospitals, law enforcement agencies, home care givers, nursing homes, businesses, and others to find out if they needed masks. Lori would then let the group know who needed what, and made sure everyone was taken care of. 
Brandy Moore is an LPN who works for one of the nursing homes in Rayne, Louisiana. Brandy is a praying Woman of God and she loves praying for and with others. She has a giving heart, infectious smile, and has such a beautiful-sweet spirit. Although she has only been at the nursing home since January, she does have 12 years of nursing experience. She knows this is her calling 
I’m nominating my daughter Taylor Venable and her Fiancé Nick Niland. Both are RN at Lafayette General who are working on the frontline COVID 19 to save others, they risking there life everyday to save someone else’s life, they are our true hero 
Misti works for the Breast Center of Acadiana for Lafayette General Health as a Medical Office Assistant. When asked to screen patients for Covid19 on the front end, she volunteered immediately to take on the role to help Acadiana in a time of need. She is always willing to serve, and help others in the most humble way. 
Jyrial Pierre, LPN at south wind nursing facility in Crowley. She also attends Lamar university for RN. She is always working and always helping others. 
Hunter is A Jennings Fire Fighter and also works part time in the Jennings American Legion Hospital ER. He’s married to Mary Crader and is the father to Marshall and Ivy! 
I would like to nominate Yolanda Calais Cook as a frontline hero in the medical field. She is an RN on the surgical floor at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, LA. She is a very dedicated an compassionate nurse. She treats all of her patients as though they are family members. Yolanda uses her medical skills at home and in the community with as much passion and dedication as she implements with her patients at Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital. 
This is my wife Sacha Mason. Her dream and passion was always to become a Nurse. Her dream came true 2 years ago. She has a love and compassion for helping others and I knews this profession is perfect for her. She works at Landmark of acadiana as an LPN. 
Roxanne Gabriel-Shelvin and Naomi Gabriel-Daigre are sisters working the frontlines. Both are registered nurses in Lafayette. 
I nominate Jason Thibodeaux, ICU Director of Nurses at Our Lady Of Lourdes! He Jas worked at Lourdes for over 17 years. 
I want to nominate Hali Wagley from OGH…she is a recovery nurse but since elective surgeries have been cancelled she has been displaced to a Covid unit. So not only is she exposed and on the frontlines, she is also out of her comfort zone and working nights! Thank you Hali for your willingness to step up and be on the frontlines! 
I’d like to recognize my daughter, Caitlyn Estes, for working on the front line every day. She is a radiologic technician and travels to nursing homes and home health patients daily to take xrays. I worry about her out there every day during this trying time, and she just says “Mom, I’m just doing my job.” 
My grandmother, Cherry Champ, a nurse at Lafayette General in Lafayette LA 
Lyndra Bell is a Paramedic for Acadian Ambulance. We want to say thank you for being our hero from Mom, Dad, and Sisters! 
This is my daughter, Kylie LeBlanc from Parks, LA. She is a certified nursing assistant at LGMC/St. Martin Hospital in Breaux Bridge. She is a single mom to 6 year old twin daughters. She is attending LSUE to pursue her RN. Kylie is a very dedicated employee and loves helping others. She’s away from her daughters a lot, but realizes it will all be worth it in the end when she has her RN degree. 
I would like to nominate HAYLEY BOUTTE Nursing Facility Administrator of Maison Teche Nursing Center. Working in long term care take a very special person. And this facility is home to several frontline heros. And because I can’t nominate every housekeeper, Laundry personnel, maintenance, dietary worker, CNA, nurse, everyone it takes to run a nursing home, I can nominate their leader. 
I would like to nominate my husband Derrick Guidry he has been working to Fed Ex Freight for a year and 2 months and he makes sure business get their deliveries that need to supply for their customers on a daily basis! 
This is Officer Evan Smith of the Duson Police Department who selflessly puts his life on the line proudly protecting all citizens in the Town of Duson daily!! Though they practice Social Distancing in the Police Department, Officer Evan Smith will help anyone in need!! He is a very sociable Officer loved and respected by everyone he meets here in the Town of Duson!! He is the proud father of two and a loving husband to his with Amber as well! 
Latoya Sampy works with Hospice of Acadiana. She interacts with several critically ill patients. She is an amazing woman who goes far beyond caring and protecting her patients and making them comfortable during this pandemic. 
One of my families frontline heroes is Felicia Payne. She is a Phlebotomist at Lafayette General Hospital. 
I would like to nominate these three for #FrontlineHeroes. Ms Shawilda and Ms Shona are Nurses working In Opelousas la. And Ms Jamie is a social worker working from home with a minimum of 10hrs a day. 
I would like to nominate these three for #FrontlineHeroes. Ms Shawilda and Ms Shona are Nurses working In Opelousas la. And Ms Jamie is a social worker working from home with a minimum of 10hrs a day. 
I would like to nominate these three for #FrontlineHeroes. Ms Shawilda and Ms Shona are Nurses working In Opelousas la. And Ms Jamie is a social worker working from home with a minimum of 10hrs a day. 
This is Olivia Reggie! She is an amazing Speech Language Pathologist who works at Lafayette General Hospital and takes phenomenal care of her patients. 
I would like to nominate Engineer Nathan Breaux for the honor of Frontline Hero. He has been with the Lafayette Fire Dept. for almost 10 years now. He currently works as the Fire Engineer for Station 3. As his devoted wife, I have witnessed has commitment and dedication to saving lives and protecting the property of the residents of our Lafayette community. Faithfully answering the call of duty whatever the situation! 
Angela Jones is a registered nurse and she works for Compass Behavioral Center of Opelousas. She makes me so proud to see her go to work everyday on the frontlines. 
Destinee Calais, RN at Lafayette General ICU 
I would like to nominate Amanda LeDay. She’s a EMT first responder that work for Med Express Ambulance Service. She has been dedicating her life working around the clock multiple days of the week to help with those in need of medical help during this crisis. 
I’m nominating Annette Harris as a front line hero. Annette works at Our Lady of Lourdes Women and Children’s hospital as a respiratory therapist in the NIC Unit; she also works on the travel team that responds all over Acadiana. Annette has always been a committed health care provider and during this pandemic it is people like her who put their lives on the line for us and they should be recognized. 
I want to nominate Sister Uyen, Vu. She works at Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Lake, Women’s & Children’s hospitals and a few more. She is an inspiration and prays with all patients, families, and all frontline workers of any faith or devotion. She is a nurse and degreed administrator who touches the hearts of many in Acadiana and Baton Rouge. Sister Uyen Vu is a calm & powerful force amidst any storm, corona virus epidemic or family tragedy. 
Resha Cook of Crowley, La has been a dedicated Registered Nurse for 20+ years. She has worked in various hospitals. She has recently worked in New Orleans and Acadia General hospital here in Crowley, La. She is dedicated to helping the state of Louisiana beat this COVID-19 pandemic. 
Jackie is a dedicated nurse at Maison Du Monde Nursing Home in Abbeville La. The love and care she provides to the elderly patients she takes care of daily, shows of her character. When called to go the extra mile, she does just that, working double shifts, while leaving her 2 young children at home to be cared for by family. We appreciate her strength and courage. 
Mel Olivier EMS With Acadian Ambulance! Very caring and always going above and beyond for anyone! 
I want to nominate my son, Ryan Woodson, a paramedic at Acadian Ambulance for more than 12 years 🙂 He is also the father of a one and two year old so his hands are overflowing! We are very proud of him, especially during this time. 
Landmark of Acadiana Therapy Group 
This is our daughter Kaylon Benjamin, RN. She is a graduate of Northwestern University where she holds a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing. She has experience in both medical an surgical units at Christus Highland Medical center in Shreveport, Louisiana. 
Sydney Bourque is a nurse for Lourdes. 
I would like to nominate my nephew Christian who works at super 1 and is determined to make sure to keep the shelves stocked 
Naomi Gordon Zenon from Breaux Bridge Ultrasound Tech @ LGMC Wife and mother of 3 
I would like to nominate my niece Lea Dupre for a front line Hero because she is a single mother of 4 kids and works at Nottingham Nursing Home in Baton Rouge, La as an LPN. She is putting her life on the line for both her patients and to put food on the table for her children. She was born and raised in Eunice, Louisiana. She is 30 years old and being the Super MOM with help from her neighbors as she takes on this battle of Caring for her patients even during this difficult time. 
Charles H Crossley 
Alex Courville RN at Opelousas General in ICU 
This is Katie Labbe. She is an EMT and puts her patients first every shift. She’s here, she’s there, she’s on the front line. 
Andrea Delhommer RN at LGMC Hard working young lady Very dedicated to her patients. 
Shelia Savoie is a St. Landry Parish 911 operator and has been on her job for 23 years. Her family would like to thank her for all she does for the community and appreciate her dedication. Our prayers are with her and her coworkers. 
Keisha Bodin Nurse for FMC in Sunset 
Garrett Kent is a paramedic for Acadian Ambulance and His wife Brittany Kent works for Lafayette parish sheriffs office 
Natasha V McClinton a RN Officer of the US Navy is a Native of the Patoutville/Jeanerette area but stationed in Pensacola Florida but is Currently a volunteer on the USNS The Comfort out in New York 
I would like to nominate Chief Dale Thibodeaux of the Church Point police department chief Thibodeaux has been in law enforcement for over 30 year and takes his Job serious he’s been on the frontline not just when COVID 19 starred but even more now on 24 hour call takin every call no mater what time of day or night it is 
I am writing to submit a very dear friend of mine, Jake Savoie, to be recognized as a “Front Line Hero.” Jake and I have known each other since high school and we attended UL together for nursing school. Needless to say, I’ve known him for a long time and have ALWAYS been inspired by his dedication as a nurse. I have watched Jake go from a novice nurse to an amazing mentor and leader on his unit. In tough situations, he is the one you go to. He is the one that will stand by your side until all is well and will ask you, even after all is calm and everyone else has left, if there is anything else he can do to help you. 
Kalynn Savoy. She is a 26 yo nurse who works the covid-19 floor at oghs in Opelousas La not only is she dealing with this stress pandemic on the frontline but is also in school full time dealing with online classes and clinicals and she’s a mother of a three old. 
Senior Helper’s caregivers are on the front line providing in-home care for seniors throughout Acadiana. They can’t remain home during these uncertain times because their clients need them. Thank you to all of our Senior Helper’s caregivers for taking such exceptional care of our clients while keeping them safe and secure in their homes. 
Captain Charles David Duhon our hero always leading his coworkers in harms way But going in first to make sure they are safe .. 
Dr. Katie Babineaux-Alexis, G.V. Sonny Montgomery VAMC 
LPN Shertoya Roberts 
ER Doctor Eric Guilbeau, working at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Ville Platte. 
I wanted to nominate Sgt. Jason Brown of the Youngsville Police Department for a Frontline Hero spot. While social distancing and stay-at-home measures have been implemented across the state, first responders remain on their jobs, taking active roles in the community in situations where they risk being exposed to Covid-19. 
I would like to nominate Shamika Briscoe who is a nurse at Our Lady of the Oaks Nursing Home who puts herself on the frontline daily to provide for the elderly!!!! Shamika thanks for all you do 
I would like to nominate my mom Michelle Gabriel who works at Evangeline Oaks as a head cook who is a frontline hero with her dedication she makes sure that she goes to work every morning to make sure the elderly gets a nice hot meal 
This is Onteria Calais. Onteria has been on the frontline since this pandemic began. A member of The National Guard, she assists in packaging medical supplies to be delivered throughout the state to hospitals in need. She is also responsible for delivering these supplies to different hospitals and clinics throughout Louisiana. 
This is my friend Carmen Brown, she works as a NP at Iberia Comprehensive Center. She has treated several Covid19 patients. She has also recovered from Covid19. She worried more about her patients than herself. Honored to have a friend so caring. 
Nomination for Cearra Ventress, for going above and beyond working in New York! She is from Lafayette,la. 
Hinder Robertson, CNA 
My frontline heroes are nurse practitioners Rhonda Bergeron and Dustin Miller at acadiana practitioners. They are good at what they do and see patients by telemedicine or in person. 
My name is Cory Leblanc I would like to thank Jamie Bergeron for all he does during these hard time. He’s out there on the frontline as a paramedic dedicating his time to protect us all. And right now I’m sure he’s missing seeing all his friends that like to give back to him. 
Morgan Elizabeth Thompson, RN, of St. Francisville, works at Baton Rouge General 
It is with great pleasure that I nominate my good friend, Helen Ajala, for consideration for the 2020 Frontline Hero. Once Coronavirus epidemic became the order of the day, Helen engaged in emergency level of caring for all her friends and community, by being proactive and willing to do more. She became the lifeline for her friends and community with willingness to go extra mile, she uses holistic perspective and goes beyond the call of duty. In addition to performing her job at an exemplary level, Helen demonstrates an extra ordinary commitment to her clinic, as well as her community. She is usually the first person to get to the clinic and the last to leave the clinic. Helen takes it upon herself to provide exceptional support and services to worried community and friends, who relied of her for preventive information relating to the virus. She discerns the need of families and efficiently provide them with key information, recommendation, and directions. She provided protective gears to surrounding communities such as gloves, mask, allergy medicine, food, grocery, etc. One member of our community referred to her, as an angel. Another said that Helen is an angel in a human form. As another example, when a parent in her community panicked and suspected that her child may have gotten the virus, Helen calmed her and reassured her that the child will be fine. She took time out of her busy schedule and attended to the family, took temperature of the child and even bought food for the family. Luckily the child temperature dropped after she ate a nutritious meal and took a nap. Helen is the kind of healthcare provider who gives her talent and time compassionately to my family, community and all that knows her. Helen’s value to us can never be overestimated. Helen epitomizes servant leadership and inspire others to give back and pay it forward. My daughter looks up to Helen and says she wants to be like Ms. Helen and take care of sick children and the community, someday. Helen has spent twenty (20) years as a nurse practitioner, an employee of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical subsidiaries- St Bernadette Community Clinic, serving the homeless and uninsured in the community. Her skills, knowledge, willingness to help others, and dedication to our community, make her our Frontline Hero nominee fighting the Coronavirus. Sincerely, Rita C. Ekenta
