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2 AMERICAN PRESS ADVERTISING SECTION, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2009 

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ACME SIGNS COMPANY, L.L.C . .16 

AMERICAN PRESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 

AMERISAFE, INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 

ANGELS BABIES CHILDCARE 

& DEVELOPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 

AUGIE’S SCOOTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 

AVON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 

BARRETT CONSULTING, APC . . . . .4 

BIJOUX 

SULPHUR’S FINE JEWELER . . .3 

BLAZIN TRUCK PARTS 

& ACCESSORIES, L.L.C. . . . . . .12 

BUDGET BLINDS 

OF LAKE CHARLES . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 

CAMERON STATE BANK . . . . . . . . .14 

CLOSET KARMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 

DR. ROBERT JANOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 

DUNN MORTGAGE & 

ASSOCIATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 

EDWARD JONES 

VICKIE WICKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 

FIRST FEDERAL BANK . . . . . . . . . . .19 

FIRST FEDERAL INSURANCE . . . . .3 

FIRST FEDERAL INVESTMENTS .26 

GASTON FINANCIAL 

CONSULTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 

HAIRSAY FAMILY SALON . . . . . . . . .9 

HAYLEIGH’S CHILDCARE . . . . . . . .17 

HAMILTON HOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 

HEALTH SYSTEMS 2000 . . . . . . . . .10 

HEALTH SYSTEMS 2000 . . . . . . . . .11 

HEALTHY IMAGE CONSULTING . . .2 

KENNY FUSELIER & CO. . . . . . . . . .26 

LA MAISON 

PROPERTIES, L.L.C. . . . . . . . . . .22 

LAKE CHARLES STEEL 

& PIPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 

MIMOSA BOUTIQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 

MYRTIS MUELLER REALTY . . . . .21 

NINA P’S CAFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 

NOMICA GUILLORY/ 

EXCELLENCE IN YOU L.L.C. . .22 

PDI OF THE SOUTH, INC. . . . . . . . . .7 

PEGGY’S THREADS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 

THE PERFECT FIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 

QUILTS BAYOU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 

RAU FINANCIAL GROUP . . . . . . . . .17 

SOUTHERN RECORDS 

STORAGE, INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 

STACEY’S ARMOIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 

SYLVIA’S BISTRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 

UNITED OFFICE SUPPLY 

AND EQUIPMENT CO., INC. . . . .8 

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The cover was designed by Sarah Cooley. 

All claims made are those of the advertisers. 

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■ HEALTHY IMAGE 

Your Image Is Our Specialty 

we’re quick. 

we’re creative. 

we’re connected. 

337.312.0972 

836 University Drive 

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People have many 

choices on where they 

do business. Your 

success often comes 

down to the perception 

people have of your 

business. Keeping your 

name in front of your 

target audience in a 

variety of positive ways 

is a vital key in 

maintaining and 

increasing your 

competitive edge. 

We can help. Healthy 

Image has worked with 

small local companies 

and large international 

corporations to do just 

that. In every situation, 

each client receives the 

benefit of our positive 

approach to public 

relations and marketing 

communications. We 

have had the privilege of 

working with numerous 

businesses at all stages 

of their growth. Over the 

years we have: 

• obtained national 

and international news 

coverage 

• coordinated largescale 

special events, 

including several with 

national celebrities 

• developed image 

campaigns for numerous 

products and service 

lines 

• written thousands 

of news releases and 

feature articles 

• created and 

launched numerous 

publications, from 

conceptual planning to 

distribution 

• worked with 

executives to develop 

their strategic goals 

• developed 

brochures and direct 

mail pieces that get 

results 

Owners Kristy 

Armand, Christine 

Fisher and Barbara 

VanGossen are graduates 

of McNeese State 

University and have 

over 60 years of 

combined experience in 

marketing, public 

relations and advertising 

in Southwest Louisiana. 

When you work with us, 

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you can expect: 

• knowledgeable, 

experienced and 

professional 

representation 

• unsurpassed 

attention to detail 

• complete 

confidentiality 

• integrity 

• prompt response 

and availability 

While our approach is 

always professional, we 

know the value of a 

sense of humor and 

understand that a 

positive outlook is the 

best point of view. We 

consider ourselves 

fortunate to be able to do 

what we enjoy every 

day. 

For more information 

about Healthy Image, 

please call 312-0972. 

Healthy Image 

836 University Dr. 

Lake Charles, LA 

337-312-0972 

Perception is reality in today’s competitive world. 

Every business needs a positive image,strong 

name recognition and a healthy bottom line. 

Healthy Image specializes in: 

• advertising 

• graphic design 

• communication 

• website content 

• strategic planning 

• community relations 

• media relations 

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1705 Maplewood Drive 

Sulphur, LA 70663 

(337) 625-9971 

www.bijouxfinejewelry.com 

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Sell your unwanted gold, 

silver & platinum jewelry! 

Highest Prices Paid! 

Use your “old gold” cash & receive an 

additional 10% off your purchase 

that day. We will donate cash to the 

American Cancer Society. 

Our refiner is buying old 

and broken jewelry, flatware, 

precious metals and coins. 

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ADVERTISING SECTION 

The staff at Bijoux 

would like to invite you 

to come into to our store 

and let us assist you with 

exceptional personal 

service. We are a full 

service jewelry store. We 

can take care of all your 

jewelry needs including 

jewelry and watch 

repairs, watch batteries, 

bead stringing, 

appraisals and custom 

jewelry. 

Bijoux is an exclusive 

Master IJO Jeweler. Our 

store was chosen for 

membership in the 

Independent Jewelers 

Organization. IJO is an 

organization which only 

accepts jewelers with the 

highest ethical standards 

and superior professional 

integrity. Group purchasing 

power allows Master 

IJO Jewelers to pass a 

significant savings on to 

their customers while 

maintaining the highest 

quality products. 

Here at Bijoux we are 

committed to our customers. 

Our staff is honest, 

dependable and 

extremely helpful. We are 

happy to educate our 

customers on diamonds 

and gemstones. We are 

passionate about our 

work. It is our sincere 

pleasure to help our customers 

find that unique 

piece of jewelry that will 

express their love for 

each other and be an 

heirloom for generations 

to come. We feel honored 

to share in the special 

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■ BIJOUX’S 

Your full service jewelry store 

Annette St. Romain, Owner, Bernadine 

Hebert, Mary St. Romain, Janis Granger, 

Chris Baldwin, Seated Woody Bearden. 

(Not pictured Adrienne Hanks and Pam Savoy) 

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moments of your life. 

Our commitment to 

excellence and superior 

quality assures you that 

you will be thrilled 

beyond all your expectations. 

Come in and let us 

“WOW” you today! 

First Federal Salutes 

Women in Business 

LIFE • HEALTH • PERSONAL • COMMERCIAL 

Lake Charles 

(337) 421-1252 

(337) 421-1255 

Alexandria 

(318) 561-1070 

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Sharilyn Fontenot, CPSR, CPIW 

Account Manager 

Pam Thompson, CPSR, CPIW 

Senior Account Executive 

Donna Vilar, LUTCF 

Account Executive


BARRETT 

CONSULTING, APC 

Certified Public Accountants 

• BUSINESS CONSULTING • TAX • ACCOUNTING 

• LITIGATION SUPPORT • BUSINESS VALUATION 

Tina Demarest Barrett 

Donna L. Arabie 

375 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy. 

Lake Charles, LA 70611 

Fax: 337.855.8762 

337.855.0032 

CPA 

The CPA, Never Underestimate the value 

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■ BARRETT CONSULTING, APC 

Tax • Accounting • Litigation Support 

Barrett Consulting, APC 

originated in February 2008 

in Lake Charles and subsequently 

moved its practice 

to Moss Bluff. 

Barrett Consulting offers 

a wide range of tax, 

accounting and consulting 

services. Tina Demarest 

Barrett, President explains 

“The most important aspect 

of our practice is partnering 

with our clients to provide 

timely, valuable services. 

Our greatest success comes 

from the rewards we experience 

when we are an integral 

part of making our 

client’s businesses and 

financial lives successful.” 

In today’s ever changing 

environment and difficult 

economic times, businesses 

and individuals require 

timely results of financial 

information to implement 

proactive financial decisions 

necessary for their continued 

success. Barrett 

Consulting strives to provide 

services that include 

not only reporting on 

results of operations but 

also business and financial 

planning to assure their 

clients’ continued success. 

As explained by Ms. Barrett, 

“We enjoy not only the professional 

relationships with 

our clients, but the personal 

ones as well.” 

Since its origination in 

early 2008, Barrett 

Consulting has grown to 

include a professional and 

administrative staff of eight. 

They welcome you to come 

by and visit their Moss Bluff 

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Tina Demarest Barrett, Owner/President; 

and Donna L. Arabie, Owner/Secretary-Treasurer 

office at 375 Sam Houston 

Jones Parkway directly 

across from the Market 

Basket. If you’d like to 

schedule a free consultation, 

please give us a call at (337) 

855-0032. The CPA, never 

underestimate the value. 

Barrett Consulting, APC 

375 Sam Houston Jones 

Parkway 

Moss Bluff, LA 

337-855-0032 

00561761 

■ NINI P’S CAFE 

“You will leave satisfied!” 

NOW 

OPEN 

SATURDAYS! 

Plate Lunches Served Daily 

• Gumbo • Poboys • Burgers • Salads 

1600A W McNeese St • (Next to SJ Welsh Middle School) 

Gambling Problems 1-877-770-STOP 

Mon-Sat 11-3 337-479-2201 

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Co-owners 

Paulina Bourque and Penny Fontenot 

Nina P’s is owned 

and operated by two 

sisters Penny Fontenot 

and Paulina Bourque. 

The Cafe’s name 

derived from their 

nicknames “Nina” and 

“P”. 

Nina P’s is a quaint 

cafe. They offer you 

the choice of dining 

inside or out on the 

patio. You can please 

your appetite with 

their many appetizers, 

plate lunches, gumbo, 

New Orleans’ style Po- 

Boys, spuds, salads, 

and a variety of dinners. 

They also provide 

sandwich trays. 

You’re sure to leave 

satisfied will all homecookin’ 

and fresh food 

at Nina P’s Cafe. 

“At Nina P’s we 

strive to serve the best 

home-cooked food in 

town and always greet 

customers with smiling 

faces in an enjoyable 

atmosphere,” says 

owners Penny 

Fontenot and Paulina 

Bourque. “We hope to 

keep the business in 

the family for years to 

come.” 

They also offer nonsmoking 

video poker. 

Louisiana Gambler’s 

Hotline is (877)770- 

7867. 

Nina P’s Cafe 1600 A 

West McNeese Street 


Hours 

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Mon.- Sat. 

479-2201.




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DR. ROBERT JANOT 

Vision Source dedicated to “Excellence in Eye Care” 

BECKY JANOT, has been in 

the optical business 

for the past 

22 years. She was 

systems administrator 

for a multidoctor 

and multilocation 

practice 

for 10 years. 

Becky then served as Manager 

of Client Services for Marchon 

Delta Systems, an optical software 

/ hardware company 

based in New Orleans, 

Louisiana. Returning to the 

Lake area after 2 years, Becky 

continued her client service 

role with Delta, working out 

of her home. In May, 2005, 

Becky returned to optical sales 

as an administrator. She is a 

nationally certified paraoptometric 

(CPO). 

TINA HARE is a nationally 

certified paraoptometric 

assistant 

(CPOA). She has 

worked in the 

optical field for 

over 18 years, 

mostly with Dr. Janot. Many of 

you will know Tina from Moss 

Bluff, where she worked for 4 

years. 

SHONNA 

DAIGLE, a certified 

paraoptometric 

(CPO), has 

been in the optical 

field for nearly 

17 years. The 

majority of her experience has 

come during her work with 

Dr. Janot. Shonna serves as Dr. 

Janot's chief exam room technician. 

SHANA 

HARRISON is 

an American 

Board of 

Opticianry certified 

optician who 

has 12 years 

experience in the optical field. 

In addition, she is a nationally 

certified paraoptometric assistant 

(CPOA), having passed 

the national certification 

examination, given by the 

American Optometric 

Association, in July, 2008. 

Shana is a 2008 graduate of 

McNeese State University with 

a degree in biology. 

ANGIE 

BLANCHETTE 

has been working 

with Dr. Janot for 

almost 4 years. 

She serves as a 

frame consultant 

and front desk 

assistant. Angie brings to our 

office her experience in retail 

customer service, an area in 

which she worked for nearly 

20 years before joining the 

Vision Source family. In July, 

2008 Angie received her 

Certified Paraoptometric 

(CPO) certification by the 


Association. 

JUDY 

ENGLISH 

returns to the 

Sulphur Vision 

Source office after 

working for 4 years with a 

group of medical physicians. 

Judy has 20 years experience 

in the optical field having 

worked as an office manager, 

frame consultant, contact lens 

assistant, exam room technician 

and front desk assistant. 

For 10 of those years, Judy 

worked with Dr. Janot, and 

she is glad to be back working 

part time as a recall secretary 

and general office assistant. In 

July, 2008 she received her 

Certified Paraoptometric 

(CPO) certification by the 


Association. 

MANDIE 

MCDANIEL is 

an optometric 

technician with 9 

years experience 

in the ophthalmic 

field. In the past, 

Mandie has worked as a surgical 

coordinator and contact 

lens specialist for 4 doctors in 

a large ophthalmological practice. 

Just prior to joining Dr. 

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Janot’s Vision Source, Mandie 

worked as a technician for a 2 

doctor ophthalmic practice in 

Ohio. 

MADISON 

WALL works as 

an intern at Dr. 

Janot's Vision 

Source, joining 

our team in June, 

2009. She is a 

junior at Louisiana Tech 

University majoring in biology 

with an emphasis on preoptometry. 

Madison has been 

a patient of Dr. Janot's, long 

before her interest in optometry 

as a career. She has 

already gained much optical 

and patient care experience 

from her internship which will 

greatly enhance her optometric 

training in the future. 

Dr. Robert Janot 


Sulphur, LA 70663 

337-625-2020 

www.janotvision.com 

2245 Maplewood Dr. • Sulphur, LA 

www.janotvision.com • 337-625-2020 

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■ HAMILTON HOUSE 

M-F 9:30-5:30 • SAT 10:00-3:00 

1847 MAPLE WOOD DRIVE 

SULPHUR • 625-2472 

Your Life Is FULL 

of TREASURE- 

Keep It Precious 

Traditional Gift Giving 

Do you like shopping 

unique gift shops that 

have that special something 

to offer? If so, then 

a visit to Hamilton 

House is a must on your 

next shopping trip. They 

have all the something 

specials in one store. 

Owner Barbara Stacy 

and her staff have created 

a delightful shop 

filled with unique gift 

ideas. 

“We offer a wide 

selection of gifts, jewelry, 

candles, Fit flops, and 

soon to come, a new line 

of bedding. Our atmosphere 

is customer friendly.” 

When you enter the 

door, the relaxing music 

and perfumed air are a 

delight to the senses. 

Stroll the aisles lined 

with beautiful pewter 

platters, crystal bowls 

and decorative accents. 

Their really cool gift 

wraps are a must-see. 

At Hamilton House, 

customers are number 

one and their satisfaction 

is top priority. “We want 

our customers to feel 

welcomed and comfortable 

shopping with us.” 

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Let Barbara Stacy and Amber Myers help you in 

finding that special gift. 

Make Hamilton House a 

“must-stop” on your next 

shopping trip! 

Hamilton House 

1847 Maplewood Dr. 

Sulphur, LA 

337-625-2472 

hamiltonhouse926@bellsouth.net 

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3 Sisters + 1 Vision = Exceptional Childcare 

Class A Childcare 

24 Hr. Service, Seven Days A 

Week 

Open All Major Holidays 

Moms Day Out Program 

3 Hot Meals, 3 Snacks 

After School Program 

Tutoring Program 

Child Care Assistance 

Accepted 

Participate in QRS Program 

Onsite Library 

4 Separate Playgrounds 

320 EAST MILLER AVENUE 

IOWA, LA 70647 • 337-582-1975 

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■ ANGEL BABIES CHILDCARE AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC 

Around the clock childcare 

Angel Babies is a 24/7 

Class A childcare center 

opened by three sisters 

over a year ago. Tiffany 

Miller, CEO; Tracy 

Williams, Executive 

Director; and Vernessa 

Guillory, Executive 

Director, believe “your 

hours are our hours.” 

We accept children 

from 6 weeks old to 12 

years of age, and offer 3 

hot meals, 3 snacks, 

excellent curriculum 

and exercise programs. 

We participate in the 

Quality Rating System 

(QRS) and are open all 

holidays, weekends, 

and whenever you may 

need our services. We 

offer a moms day program 

and after school 

programs that extends 

until midnight, due to 

hours our mother’s 

work. 

“Our business is 

essential to the success 

of single parents, grandparents, 

and even couples 

who need a night 

away,” Tiffany states. 

We have contracts with 

the casinos, hospitals, 

and refineries. We serve 

Calcasieu, Allen, and 

Jeff Davis Parishes. 

Most mothers would 

not be able to work 

unless they had the 

childcare they needed, 

states Tiffany. Angel 

Babies provides excellent 

customer service 

and meets the needs of 

the entire family 

because we strongly 

believe in customer 

service, states Vernessa. 

“Everyone is greeted 

when they arrive and 

when they leave. We 

offer convenience for 

those 1st, 2nd and 3rd 

shift workers,” states 

Tracy. 

So next time you can’t 

find anyone to watch 

the kids, remember to 

call Angel Babies 

because your hours are 

our hours! 

~ The Dixie Chicks ~ 

(named after mother) 

Centered: 

Tiffany Miller, 

CEO 

Left: 

Tracy Williams, 

Executive Director 

Right: 

Vernessa Guillory 

Executive Director 

Angel Babies Childcare 

and Development Center, 

LLC 

302 E. Miller Avenue 

Iowa, LA 70647 

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■ PDI OF THE SOUTH 

Giving you quality care in your very own home 

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L to R: Tracie Poullard, VP of Operations; 

Peggy Kelley, Program Development Director and 

Margaret McCloskey, Administrator 

PDI of the South provides 

in-home non-medical 

care to persons with 

various illnesses and disabilities. 

Our services 

allow these individuals to 

remain independent in 

their own homes through 

the utilization of various 

state programs and insurance 

companies. 

Our services include all 

areas of daily living such 

as bathing, grooming and 

dressing, meal preparation, 

light housekeeping, 

etc. Other specialized 

services include transportation 

to and from 

medical appointments, 

post-surgical care, medication 

management as well 

as leisure activities such as 

shopping and Bingo. 

We have provided services 

for many years to residents 

of Lake Charles and 

have a long standing reputation 

of compassion and 

going the extra mile for 

our consumers. 

PDI was founded in 

1987 to serve the needs of 

individuals with specific 

home care needs that 

could not be met through 

traditional home health 

services. We began providing 

services to the Lake 

Area in 1992 through the 

Louisiana Medicaid 

Waiver program. 

“Our staff is always 

professional and responds 

quickly to the needs of our 

consumers,” Owner/ 

Administrator Margaret 

McCloskey said. “Our 

consumers and staff are 

always treated like family. 

The level of dedication by 

our administrative staff 

cannot be found in any 

other agency.” 

Other key employees 

are Tracie Poullard, vice 

president of operations, 

Gwen Levings, director of 

Medicaid services and 

Peggy Kelley, program 

development director. 

At PDI, our consumers 

are often remarking that 

having us have eased the 

minds of themselves and 

their families knowing 

their loved ones are being 

so well taken care of. Our 

presence allows both the 

consumers and their families 

to focus on other areas 

of their lives knowing the 

care they need is there 

whenever they need it. 

McCloskey says that 

consumer satisfaction is 

her number one priority. 

“In all that we do, we 

keep in mind that our consumers 

have allowed us 

into their home and have 

placed an enormous level 

of trust on our agency,” 

McCloskey said. “It is our 

responsibility to live up to 

that trust and ensure they 

receive the best possible 

care and service from our 

agency at all times. Our 

staff will do whatever it 

takes to see that our consumers 

are satisfied with 

their services.” 

PDI of the South, Inc. 

710 W. Prien Lake Rd., Ste. 100 


337-479-0048 

www.pdihealthcare.com 

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FREE In Home or Business 

Estimates, Consultations, Measurements & Installation 

All samples brought to you! 

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unitedoffice@att.net 

337-625-2442 

337-474-5589 

■ BUDGET BLINDS 

A style for every point of view 

Budget Blinds of 

Lake Charles offers a 

rich selection of quality 

window treatments. 

Window treatments 

include shutters, blinds, 

shades, draperies and 

window film. 

There is a style for 

every point of view at 

Budget Blinds of Lake 

Charles. To help you 

achieve your style, window 

treatment consultants, 

Phyllis White and 

Kelly White Allain, 

along with installation 

specialist, Cory Estes, 

are availabe to serve 

your needs. 

They work with leading 

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Alta and Hunter 

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■ UNITED OFFICE SUPPLY 

Largest locally owned office supply store 

in SWLA approaching 21 years 

United Office Supply 

and Equipment Co., Inc., 

located at 4013 

Maplewood Drive in 

Sulphur was purchased 

by Carolyn Cockrill in 

January 1989. The business 

was in desperate 

need of attention. In the 

past 20 years Carolyn 

has worked very hard 

and many long hours to 

build up the business to 

where it is today...the 

largest locally owned 

office supply store in 

Calcasieu Parish. 


sells office supplies, 

office furniture, office 

machines, copier and 

computer supplies, janitorial 

supplies, promotional 

products, printing, 

business cards, wedding 

invitations, rubber 

stamps, TimeMist products 

and so much more. 

Fast, personal service 

is what you’ll find at 

UOS. Each order has free 

Phyllis White & Kelly White Allain 

shopping convenient 

for the perfect window 

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home or office. With 

their customized 

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all window treatment 

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Free in-home consultations, 

estimates, professional 

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delivery, with no minimum 

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call UOS and save your 

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debit & pro cards are 

accepted. 

Visit Carolyn and her 

staff today and experience 

the locally owned 

personal service for 

yourself. 

Carolyn Cockrill, Owner 

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and businesses. 

Budget Blinds has 

been in business 

Nationwide for over 20 

years. The Lake Charles 

store began operating 

in May 2006. It is 

owned and operated by 

Leah White. 

Budget Blinds 

of Lake Charles 

www.budgetblinds.com 

(337) 436-2323 

00558549 


and Equipment Co., Inc. 


Sulphur, LA 

337-625-2442 or 474- 

5589 www.unitedofficesupply.com 

Email: 

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Sylvia’s Bistro 

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COLORS 

HI - LITES 

PERMS 

CREATIVE TO CLASSIC 

CUTS & STYLES 

UP-DO’S 

FACIAL WAXING 

329 Broad Street 

337.433.8028 

www.sylviasbistro.com 

Tues-Sat 3pm-Until 

Brick Oven 

N.Y. Style 

Pizza & Salads 

Tue. 

Wed. 

Thu. 

Catering Available 

00557882 

FOR GUYS & GALS 

4328 lake st. | 478.6567| walk-ins welcome 

Live Entertainment Nightly 

DAILY HAPPY HOURS 

3-7pm 2 For 1 Drinks 

$3 Martinis 

Ladies Night 2 FREE Cocktails 

Open Blues Jam @ 8 p.m. 

■ HAIRSAY SALON 

“Where style is created” 

■ SYLVIA’S BISTRO & PIZZERIA 

Where everyone is welcome! 

L-R: Bethani, Julie, Lindsay & Heather. 

Seated: Amanda & Stephanie. 

Hairsay wants to recognize 

our dedicated stylists: 

Amanda is back! 

Amanda rejoins Julie 

Davidson, owner/manager; 

Stephanie January, 

Lindsay Meaux, Bethani 

Gaspard, and Heather 

Breaux 

Hairsay Salon offers 

colors, cuts, high-lites, 

perms, hair straightening 

and facial waxing, at family 

oriented pricing. All 

services are available for 

men, as well as, women 

and children. 

At Hairsay we realize 

you can’t come in every 

day, so we will teach you 

to manage your style for a 

lasting effect. We will 

even recommend the best 

products for hair problems 

or to help maintain 

your colors and perms. 

“The expert experience 

of our team of stylist and 

their compassion for 

keeping our clients happy 

is what makes us the 

place to go for a really 

great hair style!” 

Davidson says “We strive 

to give you the best experience 

over and over 

again…”. 

Hairsay stylists remain 

up to date on the latest 

cuts, styles and chemical 

services, like high-lites, by 

taking local and regional 

classes and use of national 

salon journals and computer 

training programs. 

“It is important to each of 

us that we are the best we 

can be,” states Davidson. 

If you are looking for a 

special occasion or classic 

style, or something wild 

and new, Hairsay Salon is 

David Herpin, Sylvia and Jillian Cagle 

Sylvia’s Bistro and 

Pizzeria has lots to offer! 

Formerly Rikenjacks 

Brewery, this great find is 

considered by many the 

“best kept secret in Lake 

Charles”. Aside from being 

the only restaurant in town 

offering brick oven style 

pizza, they offer the most 

extensive drink menu and 

alcoholic beverage selection 

around. Sylvia’s proudly 

features live music twice a 

day, everyday. The stellar 

crew tops it off with great 

service and the ambience 

and atmosphere is one 

found only at Sylvia’s. 

They are the largest entertainment 

venue in SWLA, 

featuring not only local 

musicians, but also many 

famous touring musicians, 

comedians, and artists who 

perform there regularly as 

they pass through the Lake 

Area. Some regular musicians 

include Neal Smith, 

Mr. Lanny Lamb, Tommy 

Withrow, Carroll Bird (also 

the cook!), and Sylvia herself. 

The venue is also 

available for private parties, 

anniversaries, weddings, or 

any other special event. 

Sylvia’s packages can 

include personalized 

menus, themes, and entertainment 

to fit any budget! 

Though primarily 

licensed as a bar at this 

time, Sylvia plans to one 

day separate the pizzeria 

from the bar making the 

pizzeria more family friendly. 

Sylvia considers her 

business as her home and 

pours her passion and soul 

into it. She can found 

everywhere! Whether in the 

kitchen, at the door, or sitting 

with the band, she 

remains the anchor of 

Sylvia’s, integrating her talented 

hand as a culinary 

genius and adding her 

Latin percussion to every 

evening. All who enter 

Sylvia’s are welcomed with 

open arms by Sylvia as well 

as by her staff. 

the place to call. Late and 

early appointments are 

available, but walk-ins are 

always welcome. 

“We appreciate our 

loyal clients and welcome 

new-comers,” states 

Davidson. 

4328 Lake Street 


337-478-6567 

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Sylvia is joined by Jillian 

Cagle, an upcoming 

songstress who has been 

with her for 10 years. Jillian 

helps out with all aspects of 

the bistro. Also on staff is 

David Herpin, one of the 

best bartenders in town. 

He has created the extensive 

drink menu consisting 

of more than 300 cocktails! 

His decade of experience 

and amazing personality 

combined with his vast 

knowledge of the trade 

make him one of the many 

“stars” of Sylvia’s. 

Come & enjoy today! 

Sylvia’s Bistro & Pizzeria 

329 Broad Street 


(337) 433-8028 

sylvias329@bellsouth.net


HOME HEALTH CARE 2000 

“Weʼre There When You Need Us” 

At Home Health Care 2000, 

our goal is to provide preeminent quality home 

health care which demonstrates our continued 

commitment to excellence, professionalism and 

genuine compassion. 

Alexandria (318) 445-3795 

Baton Rouge (225) 293-2500 

Crowley (337) 785-1004 

DeRidder (337) 462-1644 

Jennings (337) 616-2300 

Lafayette (337) 593-1198 

Lake Charles (337) 439-5444 

LaPlace (985) 652-8977 

New Iberia (337) 364-1518 

Oakdale (318) 335-0973 

Opelousas (337) 594-0009 

Ville Platte (337) 506-2283 

• Nurses 

Medication Management, Wound Care, Catheter Care, 

Blood Pressure Monitoring, Ostomy Care, Diabetic 

Instruction, Venipuncture, Intravenous Therapy 

• Home Health Aids 

Assistance with personal hygiene and activities of daily living. 

• Therapists- Physical, Occupational & Speech 

Therapy may be prescribed by the physician to assist the 

patient in his rehabilitation, maximize independence to 

perform activities of daily living and to assist with 

communication, cognition and swallowing problems 

resulting from injury of disease. 

• Light Therapy 2000 

This therapy can be used on post surgical wounds, diabetic 

wounds, poor circulation and chronic pain. The therapy must 

be administered by a physical therapist under the care of the 

physician. 

• Home Medical Equipment 2000 

• Hospice Care 2000 

• Home Health Care 2000 

“Personal Care Service” 

• Pediatric Home Care 2000 

• Medical Social Worker 

• Nutritional Counseling 

Home Health Care 2000 is a for-profit organization certified by Medicare and Medicaid as a provider. Home Health Care 

2000 bills Medicare, Medicaid and Commercial Carriers directly for all qualified patients. We also accept payment from 

all major insurance companies**, Workman’s Compensation**, Veterans Administration and Private Funds. 

**A co-pay may apply. 

■ HEALTH SYSTEMS 2000 

In 1994, Ms. Lisa 

Walker, CEO of Health 

Systems 2000, was working 

in the field of nursing 

and saw a need for 

home health care in Lake 

Charles. Home Health 

Care 2000 was created 

and she worked from 

home for the first 6 

months. Many of her 

patients considered her a 

“hospital on wheels” 

because she was able to 

come to the customer 

instead of making the 

customer come to her. 

As needs grew, so did 

her business. Today, 

Health Systems 2000 

consists of 6 different 

business entities including: 

Home Health Care 

2000, Pediatric Home 

Care 2000, Hospice Care 

2000, Health Staffers 

2000, Home Medical 

Equipment 2000, and 

Home Health Care 2000 

– Personal Care Services. 

Health Systems 2000’s 

offices spread across a 

50-mile radius, from 

Alexandria to LaPlace. 

They are a preferred 

provider for many insurance 

companies in the 

area. “We’re able to 

offer quality health care 

and health care education 

throughout the community,” 

explains Ms. 

Walker. “We’re your one 

stop shop for all your 

medical needs through 

your lifetime. Dealing 

with one company 

makes it easier on the 

customer and their 

insurance company.” 

Health Systems 2000 is 

Joint Commission 

accredited with a seal of 

approval for maintaining 

a high quality standard 

of health care. They also 

have a great relationship 

with the Southwest 

Louisiana community. 

They provide health 

fairs, health care screens, 

and many educational 

programs to the community. 

Many times their 

nurses are the only people 

their patients see on 

a daily basis. “Many of 

our patients look forward 

to seeing our staff. 

They’re able to help 

them with all their daily 

activities,” explains Ms. 

Walker. 

What has made Health 

Systems 2000 and Ms. 

Walker so successful for 

the past 15 years? “You 

have to know your business 

and be the authority 

in your industry,” 

explains Ms. Walker. 

“You have to be on top 

of all the changes and 

constantly stay on top – 

especially when it comes 

to health care.” 

Throughout her entire 

career, Ms. Walker has 

always been respectful 

to anyone who deals 

with her business. 

“Customer service is 

Lisa Walker 

1901 Oak Park Blvd 


227-562-1140 

www.hhc2000.com 

00558340 

Celebrating 15 years of quality service 

important,” she explains. 

“Every time the phone 

rings it’s a potential customer. 

Someone you 

talked to three months 

ago may need your services. 

Every contact is a 

potential customer.” 

Health Systems 2000 

employs over 300 people 

and services over 1500 

customers per year. 

At Health Systems 

2000, their goal is to provide 

preeminent quality 

home health care which 

demonstrates their commitment 

to excellence, 

professionalism and genuine 

compassion. And 

that’s just what they are 

doing today. 

For more information 

about their services or to 

set up an appointment 

or consultation, call 562- 

1140 today!

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■ THE 2000 HEALTH FOUNDATION 

Providing help that makes a difference 

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Providing Help That Makes a Difference 

Our goals are to increase diabetes awareness, care and 

education, provide respite care for hospice patients, serve 

as a partner in education to Sacred Heart St. Katherine 

Drexel Catholic School and provide nursing scholarships. 

For information on the self-management of diabetes 

visit The 2000 Health Foundation Diabetes Information 

Resource Center located at 2013 Oak Park Blvd 

in Lake Charles. 

Help make a difference! Support the 4th Annual 

Platinum & Pearls Gala/ Fundraiser featuring 

“Dancing with the Stars” on Sunday, November 1, 2009 

at the Lake Charles Civic Center. For more information 

visit hhc2000.com click on Platinum & Pearls Gala, 

ticketmasters.com, Lake Charles Civic Center or 

call (337) 562-1140. 

All Proceeds Benefits Diabetes, Hospice & Education 

In 2005, Lisa Walker, 

CEO and founder, saw a 

need to help those with 

diabetes and hospice care. 

Louisiana is the 2nd highest 

state in the United 

States for death related to 

diabetes. Also, she recognized 

that there is a 

national nursing shortage. 

The 2000 Health 

Foundation offers a variety 

of services to the 

Southwest Louisiana community. 

They offer information 

in the self-management 

and care of diabetes 

at the Diabetes 

Information Resource 

Center located on 2013 

Oak Park Boulevard in 

Lake Charles. They also 

have available supplies, 

diabetic shoes and other 

items needed in the daily 

care of diabetes, in addition 

to individual counseling. 

Annual scholarships 

for nursing students have 

totaled over 100 in number. 

The foundation is 

very excited to be Partners 

in Education with Sacred 

Heart St. Katherine Drexel 

Catholic School. In the 

future, the 2000 Health 

Foundation hopes to offer 

a certified diabetic educator 

along with a dietician 

to provide classes on selfmanagement 

of diabetes 

all year long. 

The 2000 Health 

Foundation has a compassion 

for everything they 

do. “Being able to provide 

assistance to our 

community is a very fulfilling 

mission and I am 

most grateful for the support 

that we receive from 

Southwest Louisiana in 

relation to our annual 

fundraiser, Platinum and 

Pearls,” explains 

Executive Director, 

Stephanie Morris. 

“Without Southwest 

Louisiana supporting that 

fundraiser, we would not 

be able to carry out our 

mission. It’s very exciting 

that we can help change 

lives and make a difference.” 

The Annual Platinum 

and Pearls Dancing with 

the Stars Gala is Sunday, 

November 1st. Now is 

the time to buy your tickets! 

Nine community 

celebrity couples will 

dance the cha-cha, salsa, 

swing, and more. The 

dancing couples include: 

Jon Eric Chretien & Dr. 

Adrienne Breaux, Bobby 

Dower & Leslie Harless, 

Harry Williams & Ann 

O’Reilly, Bob Pastor & 

Laura Leach, James & 

Bertha Coleman, James & 

Loretta Spruel, Anthony & 

Cecelia Bartie, Lauren & 

Phil D’Albuquerque, and 

Christin Bennett & Rudy 

Garca. The dancers have 

been trained by Jay and 

Maria Cotto and have 

been practicing for the last 

12-16 weeks for the event. 

The dance competition 

will start at 6pm at the 

Rosa Hart Theatre. The 

dancers will compete for 

Stephanie Morris 

the title of “The 2009 

Dancing with the Stars” 

champions. The audience 

will also pick a winner for 

the “People’s Choice 

Award” by voting for 

their favorite dance couple 

through donations to 

the foundation. 

There will be a VIP pregala 

party starting at 4pm 

that includes dinner, live 

entertainment by Scott 

Gertner of Houston, TX 

sky bar, a live auction by 

auctioneer Dr. Clark 

Gunderson, and a silent 

auction. The tickets for 

the VIP pre-gala party, 

which includes tickets to 

the show, are $100 and 

show-only tickets are $50. 

All proceeds benefit diabetes, 

hospice care & education. 

2013 Oak Park Blvd Suite #210 


227-480-0045


THE “REAL” HEAVY DUTY 

TRUCK PARTS SPECIALISTS 

Driveline • Wheel & Brakes • Exhaust • Suspension 

Chrome & Stainless Accessories • Truck & Trailer Parts 

D E L I V E R Y & A F T E R H O U R S C A L L O U T A V A I L A B L E 

76 Years Combined Experience 

Customer Service - Satisfaction is our #1 Priority 

5925 Wright Rd • Lake Charles • 337.310.PART (7278) 

(Exit 36 Behind Cash Magic Casino & Truck Stop) 

00558142 

■ BLAZIN’ TRUCK PARTS & ACCESSORIES 

For real heavy-duty truck parts 

With the urging and encouragement 

of our many 

loyal customers and 

friends, the dream of 

Blazin’ Truck Parts & 

Accessories became a reality 

in March 2009. 

Our main focus is 

heavy-duty truck and trailer 

parts and chrome and 

stainless accessories. We 

also carry parts for boat, 

utility and cargo trailers. 

We offer convenient delivery 

services and afterhours 

call-out. 

In addition to our competitive 

pricing and extensive 

truck parts inventory, 

we are THE LARGEST 

chrome shop in Southwest 

Louisiana. We also boast 

an extremely convenient 

location, right off I-10 with 

plenty of truck parking. 

Due to the success of 

this location, we have 

plans for a second location 

in the near future. 

Our experience sets us 

apart. Our sales staff 

boasts of 76 combined 

years of experience in this 

industry, including 15 

years mechanical experience. 

For many drivers, 

there’s no substitute for 

the satisfaction of driving 

a customized, well-maintained 

truck. When your 

truck breaks down, the last 

thing you want is to have 

to go from store to store to 

find the parts you need. 

Our extensive knowledge 

ensures that our customers 

get the right part the first 

time, every time. And if 

we do not have what is 

needed, we know who to 

call to get it quickly and at 

the best price. 

We hope our customers 

recognize Blazin’ as a family-owned 

business and feel 

as though we are treating 

them like part of our family. 

We strive to exceed the 

00558135 

Sabrina McCoy, owner; Scott McCoy, manager; 

Arthur Fourcard, warehouse manager; Benny 

Coleman, outside sales; Allen Cormier, inside 

sales; and Heather LaFleur, accountant. 

expectations of every customer. 

Blazin’ Truck Parts and 

Accessories, LLC 

5925 Wright Road 


Exit 36, behind Cash Magic 

Casino & Truck Stop 

(337) 310-PART (7278) 

sales@blazintruck.com 

WOMEN’S APPAREL & ACCESSORIES 

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■ STACEY'S ARMOIRE 

What's in your closet? 

At Stacey’s Armoire, a 

local clothing boutique, 

a woman can find 

everything needed to 

make her stylish 

wardrobe complete — 

women’s apparel and 

accessories, chic casual 

and career wear, misses 

sizes 2-16, handbags, 

shoes and jewelry. 

Hot brand names such 

as Tribal Sportswear, 

Spanx, French Dressing 

jeans, Hyde leather 

belts, Jessica McClintock 

handbags, Foxcroft 

Wrinkle Free Shirts and 

Pure Color Denim — 

which is one of Oprah’s 

favorites — are all available 

at Stacey’s. 

Layaway, alterations, 

gift certificates and free 

gift wrapping are available. 

“We offer personal 

service with personal 

attention,” Owner 

Stacey Vezinot said. “We 

are in a great location, 

conveniently located 

near Gaidry’s and Chez 

Cafe.” 

Stacey opened her 

boutique three years ago 

and is proud of her success. 

Stacey was recognized 

by the Louisiana 

Small Business 

Development Center 

with the Small Business 

Star Award. 

“I would like to take 

this opportunity to 

thank the Lake Area for 

these past years in business,” 

she said. “Also to 

my family and friends, 

for the support you provided 

me, I truly appreciate 

and love all of 

you!” 

Stacey is an energized 

leader in the fashion 

industry with 18 years 

of experience. She has a 

bachelor’s degree in 

home economics with a 

primary focus in fashion 

merchandising from 

McNeese State 

University. 

Stacey is married to 

Matthew Vezinot, and 

they have two children, 

Stacey Vezinot 

Owner 

00558569 

Meagan and Molly. 

Stacey extends a special 

invitation for people to 

stop by and visit. 

201 W. College St., Ste. C 


337-562-8191

HELPING OTHERS 

REACH THEIR DREAMS IS 

WHAT WE ENJOY MOST. 

Life’s richest rewards come from helping those around us live 

their dreams. Maybe it means lending a hand to a friend. 

Supporting an organization devoted to the community. Or 

simply pitching in when a little extra help is needed. 

Whatever the dream, whoever the dreamer, life’s better for all 

of us when we can help make things possible when they might 

not have been before. 

Alicia 

Thibodeaux 

Senior Branch 

Office Administrator 

00557991 

Vickie V Wicks 

Financial Advisor 

609 West Prien Lake Road 


337-477-2356 

www.edwardjones.com 

Member SIPC 

Jeanne 

Cryer 

Senior Branch 



I have two wonderful 

employees. First is Senior 

Branch Office 

Administrator Alicia 

Thibodeaux of Lake 

Charles, LA. She has been 

with our office and 

Edward Jones for 11 

years. 

She is married to 

Gregory Thibodeaux, and 

they have two children, 

Gabriel and Amelia. She 

has a BS degree from LSU 

in Social Work and is 

originally from Crowley, 

LA. She currently gives 

back to our community 

by serving on the 

Allocation and Review 

Committee for the SWLA 

United Way. She has been 

a key to customer service 

with her knowledge and 

expertise in the financial 

services industry. 

Second is Senior Branch 


Jeanne Cryer of Sulphur, 

LA. She has been with 

our office and Edward 

Jones for 7 years. She is 

originally from Long 

Island, NY, and brings 

over 16 years of banking 

experience to our office. 

She is married to Robert 

Cryer and they have two 

children, Christina and 

Anthony. Currently she 

gives back to our community 

with involvement in 

Girls Scout Troop 2034 in 

Sulphur since 2004 and is 

active with the American 

Cancer Society’s “Making 

strides against breast cancer 

walk.” She is a key to 

our customer service with 

her wide knowledge of 

the banking industry. 

I’m very proud of these 

ladies, and they are my 

partners in business. 

They have achieved a 

great deal within the 

Edward Jones community 

as well by both becoming 

limited partners with our 

firm. Edward Jones is 

owned by its employee’s 

and is not a publicly traded 

company. 

Vickie Wicks, Financial 

Advisor, is married to 

Michael Wicks of Lake 

Charles, and they have 

one son Michael 

Donovan Wicks who 

attends McNeese State 

University. She started in 

the financial services 

industry in 1991 as an 

investment representative 

for a local bank (formerly 

Premier Bank). She 

opened her Edward Jones 


Branch in June of 1995. In 

1998 she became a limited 

partner with Edward 

Jones and in 2001 the 

Regional Leader for 

SWLA and SE Texas 

financial advisors. 

Growth has transformed 

Edward Jones from a 

regional firm of only 304 

offices in 1980 to a 

national and global presence. 

Currently her 

region has 52 financial 

advisors, and they plan 

to continue growing their 

financial advisors as the 

population grows in 

these areas. In 2006 

Wicks was named 

General Partner. She is 

currently on the Board of 

Directors for the SWLA 

United Way, serving as 

Chairman 2007-2008. She 

also serves on the Family 

and Youth Counseling 

Foundation Board and is 

a member of the Better 

Business Bureau. She has 

been a Rotarian for 15 

years with the Greater 

Lake Charles Rotary Club 

and served as its president 

in 2001. Vickie is a 

McNeese State University 

graduate with a BA in 

Liberal Arts and holds 

the AAMS designation. 

She is a member of Our 

Lady Queen of Heaven 

Catholic Church. Vickie 

has been quoted in the 

book, “The Girls’ Guide 

to Power and Success,” 

written by Susan Wilson 

Solovic. She is on page 

15, which mentions her 

positive attitude philosophy 

and her business 

success in Lake Charles, 

LA. She can be heard on 

LA 92.9 every afternoon 

for the market update 

and on Friday mornings 

on KAOK AM radio with 

market updates on the 

Joe & Fran Cironi program, 

“Random 

Thoughts While 

Shaving.” 

The Edward Jones philosophy 

is that service to 


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■ EDWARD JONES - VICKIE WICKS 

It’s about serving others 

Vickie V. Wicks, 

Financial Advisor 

609 W. Prien Lake 

Road 


the individual is of 

utmost importance. This 

is my passion, serving 

others. We provide quality, 

long-term investment 

opportunities that include 

a broad mix of municipal, 

government and corporate 

bonds; mutual funds; 

common stocks; and tax 

advantaged securities. 

Our firm was founded in 

1922 by Edward D. Jones, 

Sr. After working a rural 

territory in Missouri and 

Illinois, Ted Jones, the son 

of our founder, positiioned 

the company in the 

increasingly competitive 

marketplace as a specialist 

in providing investment 

advice to rural 

Americans. In the 1970’s, 

though, the firm realized 

that the appeal of 

Edward Jones was not 

based on geography. 

Rather, the firm appeals 

to a certain kind of 

investor anywhere. In the 

1980’s, the firm began 

expanding into metropolitan 

areas, starting with 

Chicago and Dallas. 

Edward Jones now conducts 

the majority of its 

business in urban and 

suburban markets. 

Although the firms’s size 

has changed, its set of 

business principles 

retains the same focus. 

First, the firm serves just 

one client: the serious 

long term investor. 

Second, the firm’s investment 

philosophy emphasizes 

quality and a wellbalanced 

portfolio, and 

lastly, it believes personal 

relationships are key. 

Thus, the Edward Jones 

brand appeals to a careful 

and considering kind of 

investor who prefers a 

long-term relationship 

with his or her financial 

services firm. We are 

proud to serve SWLA and 

thank all of our customers 

in SWLA for 

doing business with 

Edward Jones. 

Making Sense of Investing 

Member SIPC 

337-477-2356 

vickie.wicks@ 

edwardjones.com

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2009 ADVERTISING SECTION AMERICAN PRESS 15 

While women have made tremendous strides over the years, owning and 

operating a successful business is still a challenge. Cameron State Bank offers support, resources, 

and information to help women in business and those with an entrepreneurial spirit build and maintain successful businesses. 

Your trusted banking officer will take the time to gather insight into your business goals and work hard to provide you with 

timely and personalized solutions. 

We’re proud of our female officers and supervisors...Keep up the great work! 

Esther Abrahams Real Estate Loan Officer 

Bonnie Barrilleaux Personal Banking Officer 

Terry Berry AVP/Accounting 

Gail Brame 

VP/Commercial Lending Officer 

Vickie Buckels VP/Loan Review Officer 

Barbara Chaisson AVP/Branch Manager 

Christa Charlet Branch Manager 

Janice Constance Personal Banking Officer 

Mary Didelot VP/Cashier 

Stacey Corbello Investment Executive/ 

Mallard Investments 

Brenda Didier Asst Branch Manager 

Sheila Dougharty Asst Branch Manager 

Gina Finley Branch Supervisor 

Brenda Fontenot Elite Club Director 

Aimee Gilmore Asst Branch Manager 

Tonya Goss Asst Branch Manager 

Dorene Gothreaux Sr VP/Regional Manager 

Brandy Grantham Asst Branch Manager 

Jeanette Gueringer Banking Officer/Audit 

Leslie Harless VP/Marketing Director 

Gwen Himel VP/Branch Manager 

Sonja Howard Asst Branch Manager 

Connie Johnson 

Sumer Jones 

Bonnie Kotara 

Renee Lassiter 

Lisa Ledano 

Terrie LeBlanc 

Rochelle Mallett 

Kelly Manuel 

Peggy McGinnis 

Janet McNeese 

Angel Mefford 

Christina Miller 

Melissa Miller 

Crystal Moreau 

Amy Nyberg 

Lisa Pinder 

Paula Pool 

Karen Quinilty 

Deborah Richard 

Kelley Schexnider 

Jamie Schiro 

Annetta Sharp 

Sylvia Smith 

Branch Manager 

Gloria Sullivan 

AVP/Branch Manager Trudy Sullivan 

Loan Operations Officer Dana Swift 

Accounting Supervisor Ann Trahan 

Loan Operations Officer Misti Trosclair 

CTR Specialist 

Shively Verrette 

Personal Banking Officer Carolyn Viator 

Branch Supervisor 

Mary Williams 

Exec Asst to President 

Assistant Vice President 

AVP/Sales Coordinator 

Branch Operations Officer 

Loan Operations Officer 

Personal Banking Officer 

Personal Banking Officer 

Assistant Vice President 

VP/Human Resources Officer 

Administrative Assistant 

VP/Operations Officer 

AVP/Branch Manager 

AVP/Branch Manager 

VP/Internal Auditor 

AVP/Human Resources 

AVP/Customer Service Manager 

VP/Loan Operations Manager 

Branch Supervisor 

Branch Manager 

Banking Officer 

VP/Comptroller 

CTR Specialist 

Sr VP/Branch Administrator 

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■ ACME SIGNS 

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in the early 1920’s by 

Paul M. and Ruth Love, Sr. 

in Natchitoches, LA. In the 

late 1920’s, the Love’s relocated 

the company to 

Shreveport. In 1942, they 

moved the company down 

to Lake Charles, where it 

has been ever since. The 

company was later handed 

down to their son, Paul M. 

Love, Jr. and his wife, 

Virginia. In 1986, their 

daughter Mary and son-inlaw, 

James McDaniel, took 

over the business. Their 

daughter Laura joined the 

company in 1991. Their 

other daughter Julie works 

at Acme Sign part time. 

Acme offers you knowledge 

and experience for all 

of your signage needs. We 

design, manufacture, and 

install all types of exterior 

and interior, illuminated and 

non-illuminated signage. 

Along with our top-notch 

lighted signs, we also offer 

logo design, business cards, 

banners, magnetic signs, 

large format digital printing 

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Our fully computerized 

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today. Our trained and experienced 

service and maintenance 

crews can handle any 

kind of repair or service 

problem. 

We have built a solid reputation 

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also excited about the construction 

of our new building 

that should be complete 

in early 2010. Our job to get 

your business noticed, and 

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So, give Acme a call 

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Seated are James and Mary McDaniel. 

Standing are Laura McDaniel-Jackson and 

Julie Pascale. 

2709 Hodges St. 


337-474-0521 

www.acmesignllc.com 

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•No Additional Software Needed for Viewing Images 

DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION 

• Purge / Shred Out-Dated Materials, Monitored by Video 

Surveillance System 

• Certified Records Destruction, Member (National 

Association For Information Destruction) 

24 HOURS / 7DAYS / WEEK 

135 West Sallier Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 

337.436.9441 

Fax (337) 433-4128 • 800-321-5449 

Minority/Locally Owned, Pat Dow 

w w w . s o u t h e r n r e c o r d s s t o r a g e . c o m 

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■ SOUTHERN RECORDS STORAGE, INC. 

Records Management Specialists 

Left to Right: Pat Dow (owner) Robby Mendelson, 

John Hess, Craig East, Debbie Bass, Frank Todd, 

Seth Gaskin, Donald Citizen Not Pictured: Mary Smith, 

June Hopes, Lynn Pittman, Chris Lewis 

Southern Records 

Storage, Inc. is a locally 

owned and operated 

company providing 

secure, confidential and 

cost effective document 

management services for 

the business community 

of SWLA since 1998. 

Services include document 

storage, document 

management, document 

reproduction and certified 

document destruction. 

Document Storage 

Records are stored in a 

climate controlled environment, 

with 24-hour 

monitored security and 

access controlled systems. 

Also available is fire protection 

data safe storage. 

Document 

Management A sophisticated 

bar code tracking 

system is utilized to create, 

maintain, retrieve 

and manipulate records. 

Our customers are 

assured of accurate 

retrieval of their records. 

Prompt pickup and delivery 

on a daily basis. 

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Document 

Reproduction 

Information your office 

needs on a day-to-day 

basis can be digitally 

scanned, turning bulky 

boxes into space, time 

saving CDs. Electronic 

images can be viewd 

from the disc or imported 

into any existing software 

system. 

Document 

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provides a safe, secure 

environment for the 

destruction of confidential 

information. 

Outdated, confidential 

materials are securely 

destroyed and recycled. 

Whatever your record 

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outhern 

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Please contact us at 

135 W. Sallier 

436-9441 or 

www.southernrecordsstorage.com




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■ HAYLEIGH CHILDCARE 

Owner: ‘Children should have fun’ 

00558557 

Childcare Assistance 

6 weeks - 12 years 

QRS Program 

Class A 

Open 6 am - 6 pm 

Monday - Friday 

337.474.2060 (Office) • 337.842.7501 (Cellular) 

4820 Nelson Road • Lake Charles 

00558556 

After 19 years of experience 

in childcare, Priscilla 

Bennett, owner and director 

of Hayleigh Childcare, 

was blessed to open her 

own childcare center. She 

said she stepped out in 

faith, and a dream came 

true. 

She named the center 

after her first grandchild. 

Bennett said the thing 

that sets her center apart 

from others is her years of 

experience and a loving 

environment for the child 

of the future. 

“Parents love the atmosphere 

there and are very 

pleased,” she said. “Most 

of my clients are from 

birth until school-age. We 

all share tears at pre-K 

graduation time, but they 

always come visit.” 

“I believe parent/provider 

communication is key 

to a successful childcare 

relationship,” Bennett 

said. “I strive to demonstrate 

the ability to work 

with families to develop 

children’s physical and 

intellectual capabilities in 

a safe and healthy learning 

environment. 

“We believe children 

should have fun! After all, 

the experts agree that preschool-age 

children learn 

most through play. These 

carefree years are short, 

and soon the children will 

be exposed to a much 

more structured form of 

learning. We provide a 

structured program with a 

learning curriculum. 

During the month, many 

activities take place which 

help promote basic skills 

(letter and number recognition, 

color and shape 

recognition, large motor 

skills, small motor skills, 

etc.). We will assign homework, 

and we apprecitate 

your help in assisting your 

child with his/her homework, 

as well as assisting 

the teacher when asked.” 

Bennett has received an 

Administrative Training 

Scholarship. She has also 

been awarded Child 

Development Associate 

credentials in recognition 

of outstanding work with 

young children. 

“I participate in 12 hours 

Priscilla Bennett is 

the director of 

Hayleigh Childcare. 

a year of training sessions 

with Excellence for 

Children and Success by 

Six,” she said. “This helps 

my philosophy to provide 

a secure, enriching and 

loving environment for 

your children to grow, 

while offering parents 

peace of mind, knowing 

their children are safe. 

4820 Nelson Road 


337-474-2060 

hayleighchildcare@yahoo.com 

00557947 

■ RAU FINANCIAL GROUP 

Charting course to financial serenity 

(337) 480-3835 • 133 JEFFERSON DRIVE 

www.raufinancialgroup.com 

LPL Financial representatives offer access to Trust Services through The 

Private Trust Company N.A., an affiliate of LPL Financial. Advisory Services, 

Financial Planning & Securities offered through LPL Financial. Member 

FINRA/SIPC. 

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Denise Rau founded 

Rau Financial Group nearly 

five years ago with one 

goal in mind — to help 

families achieve “financial 

serenity.” 

“I’m asking my clients 

to trust me with their — 

and their family’s — 

future. This is not something 

I take lightly, especially 

in light of the current 

instability in the 

national economy. I want 

to help them not only 

save money through 

sound investments, but 

also to help ensure their 

ability to meet their life 

goals without anxiety. I 

want them to feel secure 

about their personal 

finances, regardless of 

what happens on Wall 

Street.” 

As a CERTIFIED 

FINANCIAL PLAN- 

NER®, Rau takes a comprehensive 

approach to an 

individual’s financial life. 

She considers a client’s 

goals, stage in life, personal 

circumstances and risk 

tolerance, and then makes 

recommendations for 

growing and preserving 

wealth, minimizing taxes, 

estate planning, insurance 

— and more. 

“The first thing I do 

when I talk to a client is 

ask them to tell me what 

things are most important 

to them in their life,” says 

Rau. 

“Then together we look 

at where they are spending 

their money. Very 

often, they will find that 

they are not actually 

spending the most money 

on the things that are 

most important to them. 

That is why they are not 

happy with their financial 

situation. 

“I work with them to 

get these elements 

aligned. Once that happens, 

they are on track for 

achieving their financial 

and life goals, and feeling 

much more confident 

about their financial security.” 

Rau Financial Group 

has grown tremendously 

since its beginning, and in 

addition to Rau, the staff 

includes LPL financial 

advisors Eva Abate, Mark 

Eckard and Denise 

Wilkinson. 

The firm offers an 

extensive range of financial 

services including 

financial planning, investments, 

retirement planning, 

trust services, real 

estate investment services 

and insurance products. 

Rau Financial Group is 

located at 133 Jefferson 

Street in Lake Charles. 

Call 480-3835 or visit 

www.raufinancialgroup. 

com for more information. 

Securities and financial 

planning offered through 

LPL Financial. Member 

FINRA/SIPC. 

Rau Financial Group 

133 Jefferson Street 

Lake Charles 

480-3835 

www.raufinancialgroup.com


■ AVON 

“The Company for Women” 

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Reps Needed Part Time & Full Time 

Worlds Largest Direct Sales 

122 Years of Success Free Training 

Set Your Own Schedule 

No Inventory Required 

Only $10 Start Up Fee 

Be Your Own Business Benifits 

DISTRICT MANAGER JO CREWELL 

478-3785 • jo.crewell@avon.com 

00558394 

Avon is a global company 

with over 5 million 

independent sales representatives 

in more than 

100 countries. In every 

Avon book, you’ll find a 

variety of products for 

every budget. Each book 

has over 700 products 

under $10. From skin-care, 

make-up, jewelry, daily 

needs, men and women’s 

cologne assortments, gift 

assortments and more; 

Avon has it. 

Avon offers an unlimited 

potential income and unrestricted 

personal growth to 

all of their sales representatives, 

regardless of their 

age, educational background, 

or previous work 

experience. You can start 

your business today for 

only $10.00 and get everything 

you need to make 

money immediately. The 

Avon Avanatage includes 

no inventory, being your 

own boss, no lay offs, set 

your own hours, free training, 

no required order size, 

access to affordable life 

and health care insurance, 

personal savings plan, and 

your own personalized 

website with an online 

store to service your customers 

anytime, anywhere. 

With Avon’s own science 

and research lab, it’s no 

wonder Avon is #1 in antiaging 

skincare. Our 

newest skin care product 

“Anew Reversalist” is the 

only skin care product on 

the market with activin, a 

key to skin repair. 

Wrinkles are a result of 

micro-injuries to the skin. 

This product is designed 

to boost activin to help 

reactivate skin’s repair 

process, which dramatically 

reverses visible wrinkles. 

Coming in October 

and November: Bloom by 

Reese Witherspoon, and 

Patrick Dempsey II by 

Patrick Dempsey. 

Everyone needs Avon 

but may not know where 

to get it. Why not you! 

Join us today. Many representatives 

are making 

Jo Crewell, 

District Manager 

money and enjoying life 

on their terms. Whether 

you want a new house, a 

new car, money for vacation, 

money for Christmas 

or just to help pay those 

monthly bills, Avon gives 

you opportunity to 

become a Successful 

Business Woman. 

Avon 

Jo Crewell 

District Manager 

337-478-3785 

jo.crewell@avon.com 

■ QUILTS BAYOU 

SWLA’s premier quilt shop 

00558375 

Southwest Louisiana’s 

Premier Quilt Shop 

15% OFF 

Anything in the store 

with this coupon 

Owners Vonda Wright & Sandee Golla 

“Where stitching 

and laughter 

go hand in hand” 

Monday-Friday 9:30-5:00 

Sat 9:30-3:00 

327 W. Prien Lake Rd 

337.477.9322 

(across from Prien Lake Mall) 

00558377 

Many say that quilting 

is about leaving a part of 

yourself for future generations. 

That’s just what 

they believe at Quilts 

Bayou. In April 2004, Ms. 

Sandee Golla and Ms. 

Vonda Wright opened 

Quilts Bayou because they 

knew there was a need. 

“You do not need to have 

artistic skills to become a 

quilter. Our friendly and 

knowledgeable staff are 

prepared to help you with 

all of your quilting needs, 

“states Ms. Wright. 

Quilts Bayou offers 

beautiful quality fabrics, a 

wide variety of threads, 

books, patterns, notions, 

kits, gifts and gift certificates. 

They also offer 

classes in beginning quilting, 

purses and totes, 

hand embroidery, 

machine and hand 

appliqué, along with seasonal 

classes for children. 

Workshops to improve 

your skills, retreats, and 

event nights and breakfast 

clubs with a pre-cut kit, 

are open to anyone, at any 

skill level. Check our 

website, quiltsbayou.com, 

for the latest news, classes 

Front L-R Vonda Wright, Tammy Landry, 

Sandy Nourrcier, Edie Hixon, Kitsey Edwards, 

Sandee Golla, Back L-R Wann Hart, 

Brenda Peavy, JoAnn Enright 

and events. “We want 

our customers to feel welcome 

and comfortable, 

and know they are important 

to us, “explains Ms. 

Golla. 

“I look forward to each 

visit to Quilts Bayou. 

Whether I’m looking for a 

certain something or just 

want to browse and relax, 

there is always an inviting 

atmosphere. If I need an 

item, they do everything 

possible to meet my 

needs, “explains one of 

Quilts Bayou‘s customers. 

“As a small business, 

our commitment to excellence 

and superior quality 

sets us apart from chain 

stores,” state the owners. 

“Quilts Bayou is where a 

party is going on all the 

time. Feel free to stop by 

and see our wonderful 

shop.” 

Quilts Bayou 



337-477-9322 

www.quiltsbayou.com




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■ THE PERFECT FIT 

Look great with a perfect fit 

Fashion Consultant 

Professional Custom Fitting 

Mother of the Bride & Groom 

Special Orders - Special Occasion 

312 Pujo Street • Lake Charles • 337.433.5855 

Barbara DuBose • www.Perfectfitlc.com 

Located in beautiful 

downtown Lake 

Charles, The Perfect 

Fit offers a new concept 

in shopping. 

Owner Barbara 

DuBose, with 36 

years’ experience, 

provides an inviting 

atmosphere in which 

to sit, relax, and 

enjoy personal attention. 

For any special 

occasion or seasonal 

wardrobe need, 

Barbara brings 

designers in to help 

the lady choose styles 

and colors. 

To ensure the “perfect 

fit” Barbara takes 

custom measurements 

and gives personal 

attention to 

detail with the use of 

luxurious fabrics to 

Barbara DuBose, Owner/Consultant; 

Jamie Scimemi, Administration/Bookkeeper; 

Edith Lee, Seamstress 

create glamour and 

sophisticated fashion. 

Our ladies will look 

their best at every 

occasion from an 

afternoon lunch, 

board meetings, 

cocktail parties or a 

black tie event for 

that significant wedding. 

To accent your 

attire, choose from a 

variety of fashion 

handbags & jewelry. 

Barbara believes 

that no matter what 

your size or budget, 

you deserve to look 

great and feel great 

about what you wear. 

Come by or call 433- 

5855 for your 

appointment. 

312 Pujo Street 


433-5855 

FFBLA.COM 

Karla O’Reilly 

Senior Vice President, Private Banking 

Pam Whiteard 

Vice President, Business Banking 

Alana Corry 

Asst. Vice President, Retail Banking 

Liz Katchur 

Asst. Vice President, Cash Management 

Women 

FIRST FEDERAL SALUTES 

In Business 

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Lake Charles • Sulphur • Westlake • Moss Bluff • DeRidder • Natchitoches • Oberlin • Oakdale • Alexandria • Pineville


■ CLOSET KARMA 

A little shop with a lot of class 

00558417 

00558415 

After working in construction 

for over 11 years, 

Tina Abshire decided to 

take her part-time hobby 

full-time. “I decided to 

hang up the hardhat and 

put away the steel toe 

boots,” Tina explains. “I 

told myself, it’s now or 

never.” And with that 

said, Closet Karma was 

created. 

Opening its doors 

August 7th, Closet Karma 

is continually growing its 

inventory and customer 

base. They carry women’s 

designer resale items 

including apparel for all 

sizes, shoes, accessories, 

and even hand-made jewelry 

from local artists. “All 

our items are carefully 

selected before being 

added to our inventory,” 

explains Tina. “Trends 

come and go, but real 

style and quality last forever.” 

Closet Karma is the 

only resale shop in Lake 

Charles exclusively for 

women. “Quality is quality 

and it follows the product,” 

explains Tina. 

“Besides, what’s more fun 

than walking in a shop 

that you just never know 

Owner Tina Abshire and her son, Tory Abshire 

what you will find.” 

When customers visit 

Closet Karma, they find a 

boutique atmosphere with 

a relaxing, and friendly 

environment. “I love putting 

outfits together and 

accessorizing them,” 

explains Tina. Whether it’s 

an outfit for church, the 

office, a special event or a 

little something for yourself, 

walk in and I’ll take 

care of the rest!” 

“I can’t very well call it 

a full time job, I enjoy it 

entirely to much,” Tina 

explains. “I love interacting 

with the customers 

and seeing them find that 

perfect outfit. I can’t 

imagine doing anything 

else.” 

See new arrivals daily 

on www.facebook.com 

/closetkarma. 

Closet Karma 

2640 Common St. 


337-513-7805 

■ PEGGY’S THREADS 

“We can make anything fit” 

00558362 

alterations of 

all kinds 

• Hems and Zippers • Dyeable Shoes 

• Handmade Gifts 

• Wedding Dress and Formal Alterations 

• Help Planning Your Wedding 

• Wedding Decorations 

• Tuxedo Rentals • Flowers 

Nothing Is Too Big 

or Too Small! 

We’re More 

Than 

Call Peggy to schedule an 

appointment 562-9910 

2915 Enterprise Boulevard 

Just Alterations 

00558366 

Peggy Manuel has 

been sewing and making 

alterations of all kinds 

for over 20 years now. 

She started in a consignment 

shop and has since 

opened her own shop on 

Enterprise Boulevard. 

“We can make anything 

fit any body type,” 

explains Ms. Manuel. “I 

work hard to please my 

customers and people 

know me for my honesty.” 

At Peggy’s Threads, 

they are able to deliver 

quality work in a timely 

fashion, offering very 

reasonable prices for 

their customers. Their 

services include alterations 

of any kind 

(hems, pants, suits, 

shirts, dresses, costumes, 

uniforms, dance outfits, 

zippers, wedding dresses, 

formal wear, etc.) and 

dyeable shoes. Ms. 

Peggy also can help plan 

your special day from 

flowers, decorations, 

tuxedos and more. 

Kathleen Breaux, Peggy Manuel (owner) 

and Tiffany Verret 

“I love helping people,” 

explains Ms. 

Manuel. “ I am always 

willing to go the extra 

mile. I will meet people 

by appointment, after 

hours. At Peggy’s 

Threads, we stand by all 

of our work.” Most new 

customers are sent to 

Peggy’s Threads by 

referrals. 

Make your appointment 

or consultation 

with Peggy Today. 

Peggy’s 

Threads 

2915 Enterprise Blvd 


337-562-9910




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Donna Reed 

438-3357 

Sheila Peterson 

794-1288 

Connie Stutes 

884-5152 

Pat Browning 

802-0836 

Rhonda Reeves 

513-2153 

Jeff Pitre 

540-3334 

Gina Mueller 

302-7204 

www.realtymm.com 

■ MYRTIS MUELLER REALTY 

Dedicated + Motivated + Committed = Success 

Myrtis Mueller began a career 

with South Central Bell in 1955. 

After 20 years and many company/management 

changes, she 

was ready for a more challenging 

career. Myrtis became interested 

in Real Estate and 

received her salesperson’s 

license in 1975. After three 

years as a part time agent, she 

resigned from 23 years of service 

with the Phone Company to 

further her Real Estate career. 

She has always been a self motivator. 

Clients have referred to 

her as “The Lady that matches 

the Family with the Home”. As 

a full time agent, Myrtis 

received numerous sales awards 

and retained the honor of “Top 

Producer” with the Southwest 

Louisiana Association of 

Realtors. This was the era 

before pagers, cell phones, e- 

mail and fax machines. 

Myrtis received her Broker’s 

license in 1985 and worked as 

an Associate Broker until 

January, 1987, when Myrtis 

Mueller Realty was established. 

She opened her office with her 

daughter, Sheila and son, Jeff in 

one of the oldest homes in Moss 

Bluff. In 1993, her youngest 

daughter, Gina received her 

license and joined the business. 

During the past 22 years, 

Myrtis Mueller Realty has maintained 

the status of a family 

business. With Sheila Peterson 

as the Broker, Gina Mueller as 

the Processor/Office Assistant 

and Jeff Pitre as the Office’s Top 

Producer, Myrtis keeps her 

hands on the business but now 

has more time to spend with the 

grandkids. In 2005, the business 

moved across the street from its 

original location. The new office 

gives the company opportunity 

for future expansion. 

Currently, everyone at Myrtis 

Mueller Realty is a licensed 

agent – Pat Browning, Donna 

Reed, Connie Stutes and 

Rhonda Reeves, along with 

Myrtis, Sheila, Gina, and Jeff. 

This provides a benefit over the 

company’s competitors since 

employees in a real estate office 

are limited with their tasks. 

When calling their office (337- 

855-7062), you will talk to an 

agent, not an answering service. 

Their phones are monitored 365 

days a year, as they were even 

during the hurricane evacuations 

of 2005 and 2008. They are 

an established full service Real 

Estate Company and their 

agents are trained on all phases 

of the business. They work with 

many Relocation Companies 

through-out the United States 

and service all of Southwest 

Louisiana. 

Myrtis’ family was raised in 

this area, so this has always 

been home for them. They have 

witnessed first hand, the 

changes in Southwest Louisiana 

- expanding of its schools, 

development of subdivisions 

and growth of businesses as 

well as the challenges of the real 

estate industry. Myrtis’ daughters 

and son take pride in their 

Mom’s accomplishments and 

strive to continue her legacy of 

treating clients like they would 

want to be treated. The thriving 

company is continually rewarded 

with satisfied clients, repeat 

business and new referrals. 

Myrtis Mueller 

Myrtis Mueller Realty 

1037 Sam Houston Jones Parkway 


(337) 855-7062 www.realtymm.com 

00561771

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MODEL’S CAMP 

WEEKEND WORKSHOP 

With Actress, Professional Fashion Model, 

and Mrs. Louisiana; 3rd runner-up to Mrs. America - Nomica Guillory 

Excellence In You, LLC 

P.O. Box 16677 


337-370-1281 

Learn Etiquette Skills 

Make-Up Trends 

Professional Model’s 

Walk I and II 

Nutrition Tips and 

Figure Analysis 

Potential to be scouted by 

Professional Modeling Agency 

Be Your Best You! 

SPACES LIMITED 

Register on-line today! 

Reserve your spot with your 

$100 non-refundable deposit at 

www.excellencenyou.com 

October 23 - 25: Ages 10-13 

November 6-8: Ages 14-18 

COSTS INCLUDE: Professional Training, 2 lunches, snacks, 

1 dinner, Model’s Tote bag and Training Guide 

This interactive workshop will give you the knowledge needed 

and the skills required to lead you in the right direction for 

excellent personal and professional development. 

■ EXCELLENCE IN YOU 

Be Your Best You 

With more than 10 years 

of experience in the fashion 

industry, Nomica 

Guillory is ideally suited 

to provide you with the 

personal skills you require. 

Guillory, a former professional 

fashion model, 

has appeared in several 

national magazines and 

catalogs. Her professional 

experience includes walking 

the runways of 

Houston, Los Angeles, 

Atlanta and New York for 

designers such as 

Randolph Duke, Geoffrey 

Bean, Carolina Herrerra, 

Oscar de LaRenta, St. John 

and Christian Dior. 

She has appeared in several 

catalogs for stores 

such as Dillard’s, Foley’s 

and JCPenney. 

Guillory taught modeling 

and self-improvement 

skills for four years at the 

Mayo Hill School of 

Modeling in Houston. She 

also holds degrees in nursing 

and mass communication. 

Guillory won the title of 

Mrs. Louisiana-America in 

2006, allowing her to travel 

to Tucson, Arizona, to 

compete in the nationally 

televised Mrs. America 

Pageant, where she placed 

third runner-up. 

She has appeared in the 

MTV show, “So What Do 

You Want to Be?” as well 

as several television commercials 

and college introductory 

videos. 

In creating Excellence In 

You, Guillory decided to 

share her etiquette and 

modeling skills with 

youths and young adults 

who would like to maximize 

their potential. 

Excellence In You will 

host a model’s camp workshop 

Oct. 23-25 for girls 

age 10-13, and Nov. 6-8 for 

girls age 14-18. The camp 

will teach etiquette, makeup 

application, model’s 

walk I and II, fashion 

trends and nutritional tips. 

The camp will take place 

at Best Western Richmond 

Suites. It is not an 

overnight camp. The last 

day of camp will include a 

fashion show in which the 

young ladies will demonstrate 

what they have 

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learned. 

The camp will cost $175, 

which goes toward the 

facility, meals, training, a 

tote bag and gifts for the 

girls. Spaces limited. 

The vision of Excellence 

In You is to impact the 

lives of youth; encouraging 

and empowering them 

to become exceptional, 

productive citizens. 

337-370-1281 

Nomica@ 

excellencenyou.com 

www.excellencenyou.com 

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■ LA MAISON PROPERTIES, LLC 

Making clients feel successful in 

their real estate dealings 

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Cheryl O'Neal opened La 

Maison Properties (llc) in 

August of 2009. A licensed 

real estate broker, Cheryl 

had a vision for the type of 

company and services she 

wanted to provide. It is 

basically a three-fold plan. 

First, to honor the LORD. 

Second, to provide service 

that goes above and 

beyond. Third, to establish 

a place where others could 

make a good and honest 

living. Very basic, very simple. 

Our business philosophy 

is also very simple. We treat 

our clients like we would 

want to be treated. We 

understand that we are in 

the service business and 

people have a choice. We 

want them to know they 

made the right choice in us. 

La Maison Properties 

offers services to clients 

who are interested in buying 

and/or selling residential 

homes, vacant land or 

commercial properties. 

They also work with 

investors and developers, 

Cheryl O’Neal 

as well as offering property 

management. 

Currently, La Maison 

Properties has four additional 

agents. Teni Tillery 

and Veronica Williams are 

both seasoned agents, who 

worked with Cheryl at a 

previous brokerage. David 

O'Neal (Cheryl's oldest son) 

and Mariella Welch 

(Cheryl's mother) are newly 

licensed, but both bring 

vast experience in business 

and management. The company 

is also in the process 

of acquiring additional 

agents. 

Cheryl loves the quote, 

"the strongest survive, but 

the best succeed." "We're 

not out to be the biggest. 

Our focus is on being the 

best. When the ink is dry, 

we want our clients to feel 

successful in their real 

estate dealings. When they 

have that satisfaction, 

we've been successful in 

doing our jobs." 

Cheryl O’Neal, 

Broker/Owner 

(337) 515-9276 Cell 

coneal@lamaisonproperties.com 

LaMaison Properties, 

LLC 

(337) 905-9595 Phone 

(337) 905-9596 Fax 

1567 Hwy. 171 North 

Moss Bluff 

P.O. Box 12049 


www.lamaisonproperties.com 

info@lamaisonproperties.com




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■ AMERISAFE, INC. 

Turning workers’ compensation risk into opportunity 

0 0 5 5 7 7 5 6 

AMERISAFE is an insurance 

holding company and was 

incorporated in Texas in 1985. 

The company began operations 

in 1986 by focusing on 

workers compensation insurance 

for logging contractors in 

the southeast United States. In 

1994, they expanded their 

focus to include the other 

hazardous industries they 

serve today. 

Two of their three insurance 

subsidiaries, American 

Interstate Insurance Company 

and Silver Oak Casualty, are 

domiciled in Louisiana. Their 

other insurance subsidiary, 

American Interstate Insurance 

Company of Texas, is domiciled 

in Texas. 

Amerisafe is a leading 

provider of workers' compensation 

services, doing business 

in more than 30 states with 

approximately 460 employees 

nationwide. 

The companys’ success has 

been achieved by the talent, 

energy, effectiveness and team 

spirit of its people. 

As they continue to grow, 

they constantly seek careerminded, 

service-oriented professionals 

to fill a range of 

positions in a variety of locations. 

Amerisafe has employees in 

accounting and finance, 

claims, information technology, 

marketing, premium audit, 

regulatory (legal), safety, sales, 

and underwriting. 

The company strongly 

believes in the person-to-person 

delivery of comprehensive 

effective services to their 

clients. 

Half of their employees are 

spread throughout the United 

States located close to the 

clients and their needs. The 

other half serve in their 

DeRidder headquarters, in 

two modern office facilities in 

a casual campus environment. 

DeRidder is a family-friendly 

small town with a moderate 

climate and a reasonable cost 

of living. Located in the west 

central area of Louisiana, 

DeRidder is surrounded by 

pine forests, family farms and 

gently rolling terrain. 

Amerisafe is a specialty 

provider of workers' compensation 

insurance focused on 

small- to mid-sized employers 

engaged in hazardous industries, 

principally construction, 

trucking, agriculture, logging, 

oil and gas, maritime and 

sawmills. They provide coverage 

to employers under state 

and federal workers' compensation 

laws. Their workers' 

compensation insurance policies 

provide benefits to injured 

employees for, among other 

things, temporary or permanent 

disability, death and 

medical and hospital expenses. 

The company employs a 

proactive, disciplined 

approach in underwriting 

employers and providing 

comprehensive services 

intended to lessen the overall 

incidence and cost of workplace 

injuries. 

They provide safety services 

at employers' workplaces as a 

vital component of their 

underwriting process and to 

promote safer workplaces. 

The Company utilizes intensive 

claims management practices 

that they believe reduce 

the overall cost of their claims. 

In addition, their audit services 

ensure that their policyholders 

pay the appropriate 

premiums required under the 

terms of their policies and 

enable them to monitor payroll 

patterns that cause underwriting, 

safety or fraud concerns. 

Their competitive advantages 

include their experienced 

underwriting team, 

safety services, claims management 

practices, their A.M. 

Best rating of "A-" (Excellent), 

their information technology 

and their ability to reduce 

claims through implementation 

of their work safety programs. 

In addition, Amerisafe 

believes that their insurance is 

competitively priced and their 

premium rates are typically 

lower than those for policyholders 

assigned to the state 

insurance pools, allowing 

them to provide a viable alternative 

for policyholders in 

those pools. 

Amerisafe’s mission is to 

provide quality insurance 

services to their customers 

through diligent risk assessment. 

They will deliver an 

exceptional product with 

integrity through professional, 

knowledgeable, and dedicated 

empolyees. 

Amerisafe’s vision is to turn 

risk into opportunity through 

the efforts of their employees. 

AMERISAFE, INC 

2301 Hwy. 190 West 

DeRidder, LA 70634-6006 

(800) 256-9052, (337) 463-9052 

www.amerisafe.com 

Robin Bailey 

Melody Bardwell 

Rebekah Beasley 

Liz Burks 

April Burns 

Donette Calcote 

Lisa Crawford 

Virginia Decker 

Bridget Diron 

Lisa Ernst 

Lynn Erpelding 

Barbara Foshee 

Janelle Frost 

Kelly Goins 

Beverly Gott 

Paula Granger 

Cindy Harris 

Tiffany Herron 

Nancy Hunt 

Teresa Hunt 

Sherry Johnston 

Premium Audit Administrator 

Technical Writer II 

Benefits & Work. Comp. Administrator 

Accounting Manager- AGAI 

Area Manager- Claims 

Information & Document Management Coordinator 

Imaging/Mail Services Supervisor 

Premium Fraud Associate 

Medical Services Team Leader 

Treasury Services Supervisor 

Commercial Lines Manager- AGAI 

Senior Accountant II 

Executive VP/Chief Financial Officer 

Sr. VP of Underwriting 

Audit Services Manager 

VP/Controller 

Sr VP of HR/Client Services/Training 

Senior Accountant I 

Group Leader- Underwriting 

Administrative Team Leader- Claims 

Accounts Payable Supervisor 

Pam Lambert 

Angela Lannen 

Tiffany Lestage 

Charity Lewing 

Amanda Loftin 

Barbra McCrary 

Kim Midkiff 

Colleen Olson 

Marcy Peoples 

Angie Picou 

Cara Smith 

Lori Stevenson 

Theresa Stout 

Missy Stuart 

Ruth Suire 

Hope Sun 

Brenda Swain 

June Toothman 

Sheryl Victor 

Kathy Wells 

Joyce Whiddon 

PST Manager- Underwriting 

Director, Treasury Services 


Premium Audit Administrator 


Premium Audit Manager 

First Report Team Leader 

Audit Services Associate 

Licensing Services Coordinator 

Senior Accountant II 

Audit Account Administrator 

Team Leader- Claims 

Operations Manager- AGAI 

Logistics Supervisor 

Payroll Supervisor 

Database Administrator 


Senior Accountant I 

CIS Team Leader- Claims 

Filing Services Coordinator 


2301 Hwy 190 W 

DeRidder, LA 70634 

(337) 463-9052 

www.amerisafe.com 

00557758


COMPLETE 

FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS 

Cheri R. Gaston - Montie, LUTCF 

Registered Investment Advisor 

(337) 477-5504 

I N V E S T M E N T S : 

I R A , 4 0 1 K , R O L LOV E R S 

I N S U R A N C E S : 

L I F E , H E A LT H, D I S A B I L I T Y 

LO N G T E R M C A R E , M E D I C A R E 

Securities & Investment Advisory Services offered 

through ING Financial Partners, Member SIPC 

Gaston Financial Consulting is not a subsidiary of 

nor controlled by ING Financial Partners 

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SECURITIES & INVESTMENT 

ADVISORY SERVICES 

OFFERED TROUGH 

ING FINANCIAL PARTNERS, 

MEMBER SIPC 

■ GASTON FINANCIAL CONSULTING 

What does Gaston Financial Consulting offer? 

The consulting process is 

intended to help you 

focus on your financial 

status in order to create a 

visionary reality. Whether 

you want a complete 

financial plan or just to 

purchase known needed 

products or services, it’s 

all about your choices and 

helping you! What’s 

important to you? What 

are you trying to accomplish? 

• On Medicare now? 

(or soon will be?) 

o We offer a number 

of plans and can explain 

which ones will help save 

you the most. 

• About to retire? (or 

have you already?) 

o We’ll go over all the 

insurance and investments 

that you currently have to 

see if there are any adjustments 

that can be made to 

help you get more value 

for your dollar. 

o We’ll review your 

investment profile, determine 

your risk tolerance, 

protect and prepare for 

your future as well as 

those who mean the 

most to you! 

• Lost money in the 

market? 

o How about guaranteed 

income for life? 

Guaranteed no losses, 

deferred taxes, no probate, 

no lawsuit attachment? 

• Want to control 

your assets and future 

health? 

o Let me show you 

how affordably I can 

insure your future health, 

as well as your assets! 

Objective of what the 

Consulting Process may 

help you do ... 

• Increase your spendable 

income. 

• Minimize the impact of 

taxes. 

• Increase your net 

worth. 

Together we can put 

together a roadmap 

that starts right where 

you are to help you get 

to where you want to 

go. 

• Cash management. 

• Income tax considerations. 

• Accumulation (and 

00558979 

Please call today and let 

me help you ~ Cheri 

distribution) for future 

goals. 

• Financial independence. 

Let me Help you ‘PLAN 

TODAY’ for a Better 

Tomorrow! 

Gaston Financial 

Consulting 

3416 Creole Street 

Lake Charles, La. 

Cheri R. Gaston-Montie 

337-477-5504 

00558373 

■ MIMOSA BOUTIQUE 

Lake Charles’ bewest boutique 

00558370 

Mimosa Boutique 

opened 09/09/09 in the 

shopping center adjacent 

to the Prien Lake Mall. 

Owners Karen and Kaci 

Krajicek are striving to be 

a unique and trendy boutique 

offering affordable 

fun fashions! "Our vision 

is to offer the latest fashions 

in a warm, welcoming, 

fun atmosphere. 

Every customer is unique 

and individual and we 

want to fulfill their needs 

for style and comfort." 

Mimosa provides the 

lasted fashions from Trina 

Turk, Susana Monaco, 

Prairie New York, ABS, 

Frenzii, Interlud, Theme, 

Haven, BCBGeneration, 

Dolce Vita, Bella-Chic and 

Fidelity Jeans and 

Alternative. Jewelry by 

Diana Warner, A.V. Max, 

Full of Grace and more. 

Handbags by Elaine 

Turner, and Hobo 

Handbags, Wallets and 

Belts. We also have Hanky 

Panky. 

Karen and Kaci invite 

all to come see what we 

have and enjoy a Mimosa! 

Come by and check out 

Lake Charles’ newest boutique 

today! 

Karen and Kaci 

Krajicek 

Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 6pm 

3101 Ernest St., Ste. 1 | Lake Charles, LA | 564-5818 

Mimosa Boutique 

3101 Ernest St. Suite #1 


337-564-5818 

www.mimisa-boutique.com




25 

301 W. Prien Lake Rd. 

477-7977 

MON-FRI 10-6 • SAT 10-2 

00558414 

■ AUGIE’S SCOOTERS 

Meeting all your scooter needs 

Authorized dealer for Flyscooters, 

Lance PowerSports, The AutoMoto 

& Global Motor Imports 

S A L E S & S E R V I C E 

• Practical, Fun Transportation 

• Green Friendly, Lower Emissions 

• 70-100 mpg 

• Automatic Transmission 

• SCOOTERS 

• HELMETS & ACCESSORIES 

• PARTS & SERVICE 

• GIFT CARDS • T-SHIRTS 

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Anytime Ms. Linda and 

her husband, Charles, ride 

their scooters, people ask 

where they got theirs and 

how they could get one of 

their own. Since October 

2008, that place is Augie’s 

Scooters. “Augie” comes 

from Charles Dessommes 

middle name, Auguste. 

Augie’s Scooters is a 

service-oriented, all scooter 

store. “When someone 

buys a scooter from us,” 

explains Ms. Linda 

Dessommes, owner, “it is 

ready to ride. We provide 

them with a temporary 

license plate, register the 

scooter with the DMV, 

and send them their permanent 

plate in the mail.” 

Augie’s will give free estimates 

on any service or 

repair, whether you 

bought your scooter at 

Augie’s or not. 

Scooter brands include 

Fly Scooters, Lance Power 

Sports, Global Moto® 

Imports (GMI), and their 

newest addition, the 

Automoto. Augie’s also 

carries specialized Wizard 

appearance products, helmets, 

protective riding 

jackets, gifts, apparel, 

Charles Dessommes, Linda Dessommes 

and Chris Comeaux 

gloves, beverage holders, 

and saddle bags. They 

offer warranty and nonwarranty 

service and 

repairs, by their mechanic, 

Chris Comeaux. 

“Scooting is economical, 

practical, and just 

plain fun,” explains Ms. 

Linda. “Scooters get anywhere 

from 70-100 mpg. 

Many of our customers 

purchase their scooter to 

commute to school and 

work. With this economy 

being so unstable, it’s a 

great 2nd vehicle. Also, 

for our customers that 

own campers or RVs, 

they’re a great take along 

vehicle.” 

Augie’s Scooters will 

provide information to 

anyone interested in a 

scooter. Just come in and 

ask any questions you 

may have. Like Mr. 

Charles always says, “It’s 

impossible to remain 

angry, depressed or upset 

when riding a scooter.” So 

get yours today! 



337-477-7977 

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■ DUNN MORTGAGE & ASSOCIATES 

“Not all loans are the same and neither are our clients” 

“Consider it Dunn!” 

• FHA • 100% RURAL HOUSING 

• VA • CONVENTIONAL 

• HOME EQUITY 

• REVERSE MORTGAGE 

310.1703 Office • 802.1685 Cell 

940 Ryan St. • Downtown Lake Charles 

SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY 

Ann Dunn began her 

career in the banking 

industry in 1993 with 

Premier Bank, opening 

the first in store branch in 

Lake Charles. In 1996 she 

became the Vice President 

of Atlanta Home 

Mortgage in Lake Charles 

and then went on to open 

her own mortgage company. 

In March of 2002, 

Dunn Mortgage & 

Associates began serving 

the Lake Area. Dunn 

Mortgage offers a wide 

range of mortgage products 

such as FHA, VA, 

100% Rural Housing 

loans, Conventional loans, 

Home Equity loans, and 

Reverse Mortgages. They 

are also licensed and FHA 

approved in the state of 

Florida. 

Ann truly believes that 

teaming up with the right 

mortgage company is 

more important than ever 

before. She stands by the 

quote, “Not all products 

are the same and neither 

are our clients.” You can 

count on Dunn Mortgage 

to provide you with 

exceptional service. They 

work hard to make the 

loan process as simple 

and convenient as possible 

for their clients. Their 

vast resources and mortgage 

experience enable 

them to provide their 

clients with not only a 

broad range of programs, 

but also competitive pricing. 

They are also willing 

to go that extra mile, 

working evenings or on 

weekends when necessary. 

This is especially 

convenient for after hours 

home shopping. Ann 

believes in educating her 

clients during the entire 

loan process in order to 

help them choose options 

that work best for them 

and to help them feel confident 

in those decisions. 

Amber Rodarte has 

been processing loans for 

Dunn Mortgage for the 

past 2 years. She brings 

valuable experience to the 

company, having worked 

in underwriting for over 5 

years in California before 

relocating to the Lake 

Area. There are also 3 

additional loan originators 

assisting the team at 

Ann Dunn, 

Owner/Broker 

Dunn Mortgage. 

Let Dunn Mortgage & 

Associates serve you with 

your next home purchase 

or mortgage needs. You’ll 

be happy you did! 

Dunn Mortgage 

& Associates 

940 Ryan Street 


(337) 310-1703 Office 

(337) 310-1706 Fax 

(337) 802-9276 Cell 

ann1dunnmortgage 

@yahoo.com


■ KENNY FUSELIER 

Under Foot Since 1988 

00558406Ken 

nyFuselier_1 

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Now you can enjoy the look of traditional sheers and draperies with the advantages of 

Luminette® Modern Draperies. All with the Hunter Doulgas Lifetime Guarantee. Stop by 

or call today to see all the luxurious options in the Luminette product line. 

WINDOWS • WALLS 

FLOORING COVERINGS 

Kenny Fuselier and 

Company was started in 

1988 by Kenny Fuselier. 

Today they are still locally 

owned and family operated 

and managed by Mike 

Blevins. 

Kenny Fuselier offers a 

wide variety of flooring 

and window treatments. 

With over 21 years of 

experience and expertise, 

they can help you take 

any room or space and 

create the atmosphere that 

you desire. They offer 

flooring: wood, ceramic, 

vinyl, plank; carpet, marble, 

granite, area rugs, 

Hunter Douglas: blinds, 

shades, and shutters; 

Sunbrella canvas awnings, 

wallpaper, and much 

more. 

Customers continue to 

go to Kenny Fuselier 

because they offer quality 

products and name 

brands at competitive 

prices. Anytime you deal 

with Kenny Fuselier, you 

are dealing with experienced 

and professional 

Bobby Herman, James Gafford, Lucy Fuselier, 

Carol Wolven, & Emily Myers. Not pictured: 

Mike Blevins, Kenny Fuselier & Bud Granger. 

sales people. 

Choosing your flooring 

begins with choosing a 

reputable company that 

will work with you in 

attaining your desired 

look, price and level of 

service. If you are in the 

market for any of our professional 

home decorating 

services, please do not 

hesitate to call us today 

for a free estimate! 

We pledge every effort 

on our part to see to it 

that your flooring needs 

are met as quickly as possible. 

For more information, 

call Lucy or Kenny at 478- 

6700. 

Kenny Fuselier & 

Company 

3019 Kirkman St. 


337-478-6700 

First Federal Salutes 

Women in Business 

Janet Leleux - Investment Executive 

Sulphur - 337.625.3018 

Your Financial Future... 

dream it... plan it... do it! 

PrimeVest Financial Services, Inc. is an independent, registered broker-dealer. Member FINRA/SIPC. 

Securities and insurance products provided by PrimeVest are: *Not FDIC insured *May lose value 

*Not bank guaranteed *Not deposits *Not insured by any federal government agency. 2250 

Maplewood Dr., Sulphur, LA. 

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■ LAKE CHARLES STEEL & PIPE, LLC 

Multi-tasking is a way of life at LC Steel & Pipe 

Pam Wyman and her staff don’t consider the job done 

until the order is complete and the customer is satisfied. 

Lake Charles Steel & Pipe 

LLC opened for business in 

August 2005, five weeks before 

Hurricane Rita hit. After the 

hurricane, the business worked 

closely with its customers, providing 

steel and tubing quickly. 

Pam Wyman started 22 years 

ago in the steel business and in 

that time has developed great 

relationships with her customers. 

Today her business offers 

structural steel and ornamental 

supplies and accessories, sq. 

tubing, angle iron, beams, 

plates, sheets, exp. metal, grating, 

flat bar, round bar, channel 

spears, collars, hinges, post caps 

and balls, gate operators, paint 

and much more. 

"If there is an item that you 

use that we don't carry, we will 

stock it for you, she said. "We 

treat our customers like we 

want to be treated when we 

walk into a business. 

"We pride ourselves on our 

service. The order is not complete 

until it is delievered and 

the customer is satisfied. We 

offer MTRs with material, cutting 

items in half so you can 

haul it more easily. 

"We have tripled in size in 

four years, and we plan to continue 

growing in inventory and 

new lines of material. In our 

busy spurts, we have a network 

of part-time individuals who 

come in and help out. 

“Our slogan is, ‘We are your 

one-stop steel shop.’ 

"Eighty percent of our steel is 

indoors, which our customers 

love because the material stays 

clean and rust-free. 

"Our customers deal with 

courteous and friendly people 

who will take care of their needs 

in a timely fashion. Our service 

places your order, and it will be 

taken care of. We have a unified 

staff with the same goals, and 

we work as a team. 

"Our philosophy is, 'Give 

your customer 110 percent, and 

the rest just falls in place.' 

"We deal with local businesses 

for supplies and services as 

much as we can. We are a member 

of the Better Business 

Bureau and NFIB." 

Pam was was born and raised 

in Lake Charles. She has been 

married to Kevin Wyman for 13 

years. They are very active in 

giving back to the community, 

local charities and fundraisers. 

In her spare time, she has a gift 

basket business that she began 6 

years ago. It started as a way to 

provide customers with gifts for 

fishing tournaments, golf tournaments 

and Christmas. In 

addition to that, Pam and two 

friends have just started a clothing 

line for women who ride 

motorcycles. It includes jean 

jackets, shirts and bandanas. 

"It's my creative side," she said. 

Pam loves staying busy. 

Multi-tasking is a way of life for 

her. Sometimes her husband 

says, "Enough is enough, 

already. You need to slow 

down." Of course, she does for a 

few days. Then it is back to full 

speed ahead. 

Lake Charles Steel & Pipe 

00558536 

LLC also accepts Visa, 

MasterCard, American Express 

and Discover. 

Lake Charles Steel & Pipe LLC 

pam@ 

lakecharlessteelandpipe.com 

www. 

lakecharlessteelandpipe.com 

We are also on 24/7.com 

6339 E. Opelousas St. 


337-310-1160, fax 337-310-1162 

Pam Wyman, owner/sales 

Rocky Fontenot - sales 

Crystal Fontenot - 

office manager 

Jarod Fontenot - 

warehouse manager 

(337) 310-1160 

Lake Charles 

Steel & Pipe 

In addition to our steel and pipe, we have added ornamental items! 

• Fleur-de-lis spears 

• Spanish spears 

• Baluster collars 

• Hinges 

std xh & barrel 

• Post caps 

• Post balls 

• Handrail brackets 

• Cold galv. spray 

• Paint for steel 

and aluminum 

• Lock boxes 

• Fasteners, nailin, 

spikes 

• Weld tabs 

• and more! 

We also carry 3’X2’ exp. 

metal for BBQ pits! 

6339 E. Opelousas St. Lake Charles 

00558528


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