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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2001 BB JHE TIMES www.shreveporttimes.com LocalStateDeaths Police Briefs Two legislators to jump to GOP As for Downer and Barham, "It wasn't a hard sell, believe me," she said. Downer, a Democrat for 36 Downer years, said he believes the GOP gradually has moved toward his viewpoints. "I think the Republican Party became more like Hunt Downer. While working with the Democrats for Bush, I had the pleasure of spending more time with then-Gov. Bush, and I became more familiar with his philosophy and goals.

I MDA to hold Valentine's Day lock-up You can get locked up for a good cause on Valentine's Day. The Muscular Dystrophy Association will sponsor a West Shreveport Lock-Up from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Western Sizzlin' Steak House, 6122 Greenwood Road, Businesses may volunteer an hour of their time in "jail" and call friends and family members to raise $750 for the association, said official Mitzi Musgraves. If a volunteer arrives with a "Get Out of Jail Free Coupon" and $750 in hand, they may not have to go behind bars.

There will be refreshments for volunteers. And they can qualify for the fund-raiser prize and receive MDA "Lock-Up" incen-', tives. Call Musgraves at (318) 227-8300 for more information. From Staff Reports By Dan Turner The Times Two high-profile Louisiana Democrats will join the ranks of the Republicans today in a ceremony with President George Bush. State Rep.

Hunt Downer, former speaker of the House, and state Sen. Robert Barham, chairman of the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee, built a rapport with then-candidate Bush while working within the Democrats for Bush organization. "When (Bush) was in Baton Rouge, he said, "Why don't you join the Republican Barham said. "I offhandedly said, 'Well, heck, I'll do that in the White House if you invite And he said, 'Well, maybe we can take care of "And lo and behold, he did invite me." Apparently, a considerable chunk of state residents have felt the need to change parties since the presidential election. About 5,000 state residents have joined the Republican Party since the election, Louisiana Republican Party President Pat Brister said.

pousing the things I believe in family values, constitutional rights and education as the top priority," Barham said. "Beyond that, it's just about a higher standard of conduct, just saying we ought to be about doing the right things when you're in public office." Both Barham and Downer hail from districts where Republicans make up about a quarter of the total number of registered voters. Both men insist they aren't changing political philosophies, just political parties. "People elect candidates. They don't elect parties," Downer said.

"And we need to continue to stress that." Downer wouldn't speculate how the party switch might play into his political plans in 2003 the next round of legislative and statewide elections. "Right now, I'm concentrating on just doing what we've got to do in the Legislature." For Barham, the switch could make campaigns at home easier. "My wife has been a lifelong Republican. And she says she'll feel a lot more comfortable." spokeswoman Kacee Hargrave, It's unclear how both wound up in the bathroom, but witnesses saw both emerge, Hargrave said. The girl was taken to LSU Hospital in Shreveport to be examined.

Police arrest 8 on drug charges The Bossier City Narcotics and Street Crimes Units, acting on a tip from a citizen and later searching another location, arrested eight people on drug charges this week. A tip led to the arrests of Gerald Ward, 22, of the 1700 block of Leslie Street and Kimberly Chism, 24, of the 1900 block of Scott Street on charges of possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine. Agents seized cocaine with a street value of about $3,000. Agents later searched a residence in the 400 block of John Wesley Boulevard. Arrested were Brandon Monroe and Ray Monroe of that address, Jeff Francis of the 400 block of Bennett Street, Marcus Monroe of Elm Grove and Jakeith Francis of the 4400 block of Taeoma in Shreveport.

Charges ranged from possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession of marijuana, contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile and possession of drug paraphernalia. By Nita Birmingham Suspect arrested on robbery warrant Members of Shreveport police's armed robbery task force staked out a location Thursday evening where they hoped to find Hury Vance, who was wanted on a warrant for principal to armed robbery. They didn't have any luck. But Vance later pedaled a bicycle by officers on a traffic stop who recognized him from his mug shot and arrested him. Vance, 22, no current address given, was wanted for a home invasion robbery that happened Jan.

5 the 1000 block of Sheridan Avenue, said Detective Shawn Hinderberger. A Play Station was taken, he said. Vance is the first person arrested in connection with that crime, Detectives expect one otlter arrest. Student arrested after alleged sexual assault Shreveport police detectives arrested a Huntington High School student Thursday for allegedly sexually assaulting a female student in a bathroom at the school on Rasberry Lane. Dwight Tramane Turner, 18, of the 8800 block of Greenwood Road in Shreveport is charged with carnal knowledge of a juvenile.

The 15-year-old victim arrived for school about 7:30 a.m., said police ri, Barham think we share the same moderate conservative view." Along with Downer, his wife, Linda, and Barham, the St. Charles Parish sheriff, his wife and the mayor of New Iberia also will be making their public party switch today in Washington. "The Republican Party has just stepped out as the one who is es- Deaths Two to be sentenced on drug-related charges a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Zwolle; burial in church cemetery; arrangements by Warren Meadows Funeral Home, Many.

Panola County, Texas Bennett, Alyne Elliott, 77, of Austin, Texas, died Tuesday; graveside services at 2 p.m. today in Reeves-McMillan Cemetery, Panola County, Texas; arrangements by Hawthorn Funeral Home, Carthage, Texas. Mayfield, Madle Belle Nutt, 102, of Houston and formerly of Carthage, Texas, died Wednesday; services at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hawthorn Funeral Home chapel, Carthage; burial in Carthage City Cemetery, Carthage. services at 10 a.m.

today at Coldwater Baptist Church; burial in Coldwater Cemetery, Coldwater Community; arrangements by Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home, Natchitoches. Taylor, Ann 94, of Natchitoches died Thursday; services at 10 a.m. Saturday at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home chapel, Natchitoches; burial in Memory Lawn Cemetery.

Sabine Parish Clark, Hoyt, 81, of Many died Wednesday; services at 11 a.m. today at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Many; burial in Fisher Cemetery, Fisher. Ebarb, Steven Wayne, 28, of Noble died Tuesday; services at 10 died Wednesday; graveside services at 11 a.m. today in Forest Park Cemetery, St. Vincent Avenue; arrangements by Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Southside Drive.

Jackson Parish Vail, Annlne, 89, pf Jonesboro died Thursday; services pending; arrangements by Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Sanders, Dorothy Elaine, 67, of Jonesboro died Tuesday; services at 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home chapel, Jonesboro; burial in Beech Spring Baptist Cemetery, Quitman. Natchitoches Parish Martin Oren 86, of Natchitoches died Wednesday; Beauregard Parish Lucas, W.A. "Bill," 80, of DeRidder died Wednesday; services at 2 p.m.

today at Beauregard-Vernon Funeral Home chapel, DeRidder; burial at 2 p.m. Saturday in Red Land Cemetery, Lilbert, Texas. Caddo Parish Hughes, Charles, SO, of Livingston, Texas, and formerly of Shreveport, died; memorial i services at 10 a.m. Saturday at Centuries Funeral Home, llndsey, Ray, 68, of Shreveport died Tuesday; graveside services at 1 today in Forest Park Cemetery, Meriwether Road; arrangements by Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Southside Drive. Lively, Jasper 92, of Shreveport boxes that were sent via Federal Express to California, Flanagan said.

Trial testimony also revealed that cocaine shipped from California to Shreveport was buried in back yards of residences until it was ready to be sold, Flanagan said. Expert testimony estimated that, based on the amount of money laundered, the distribution ring sold more than 114 pounds of cocaine, McDade, Morris and eight others were indicted in June and charged with one count each of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine base or crack cocaine and conspiracy to commit money laundering and two forfeiture counts. Six of the other defendants, all from California, previously pleaded guilty to one count of money laundering. The lead defendant, Calvin Odom, also known as Butch Wilson, is a fugitive. From Staff Reports Two local men are scheduled to be sentenced May 10 in federal court in Shreveport and have been ordered to forfeit $1.5 million in drug proceeds following their convictions Thursday on drug-trafficking and money-laundering charges.

James A. McDade, 39, and Scottrell Morris, 33, both of Shreveport, face maximum sentences of life in prison, $4 million fines, or both. The charges arose out of a large-scale crack cocaine distribution ring between Shreveport and Los Angeles, said U.S. Attorney Bill Flanagan. Trial testimony detailed a ring that generated millions of dollars in profits in less than four years, he said.

Money from crack street sales in Shreveport was sent in Western Union wires, hidden in the door panels of cars and vans and stuffed in laundry detergent PAID ANNOUNCEMENTS See up to 90 days of archived obituaries on-line at www.shreveporttimes.com Continued from Page 4B fj Are You A Teacher? Phone for Information about using The Times in classroom work at all grade levels. Amy Hiers, 459-3393. Qfhc (Eimes www.shreveporttimes.com FREE STEAMING HOT GIFT! With 8-lb Check Vacuum Purchase: Jean Eddy Carmody SHREVEPORT, LA Mrs. Jean Eddy Carmody died at Christus Schumpert on Thursday, February 8, 2001 after a brief illness. A rosary will be said at Osborn Funeral Home on Friday, February 9th at 7 p.m.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2001 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Officiating will be Rev. William Spencer, OFM, pastor of St.

Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Forest Park Cemetery. Mrs. Carmody was a native of E. St.

Louis, Illinois and a resident of Shreveport since 1923. She attended Centenary College and was a graduate of the University of Southern Illinois. Mrs. Carmody taught school at Rodessa High School, Rodessa, LA, Byrd High School and St. Vincent's Academy in Shreveport.

Mrs, Carmody was a member of Schumpert Guild from 1961 until 2000, serving as Director of Volunteers from 1968 until 1978, As Director of Volunteers, Mrs. Carmody served on the State Committee for Auxiliaries of the Louisiana Hospital Association for five years and was Chairman of the State Committee for two years. In this position, she represented Louisiana's hospital volunteers in the national volunteer meetings. Mrs. Carmody was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Carmody, Sr.

in 1961. She Is survived by one daughter, Mary Elizabeth Carmody Happel of Houston, TX; one son, Fred E. Carmody, Jr. and wife, Glyn Ann of Shreveport; grandchildren, Patrick Doherty Mickley of San Diego, CA, Laura Ann Carmody of Charleston, S.C., Rebecca Murrell Carmody of Brevard, N.C., Stephen Byrnes Carmody of Andros Island, Bahamas, Amy Goddard Carmody of Brevard, N.C., Rick Carmody of Charleston, S.C. and James Eddy Carmody of Charleston, one sister, Harriet Eddy Smith and her husband, Ferrell of Carthage, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Alan Borne, Dr. William Eddleman, Sisters of Charity of the incarnate Word, and the staff and volunteers of Schumpert. Osborn Funeral Home 318-865-8426 it ORECK GARMENT STEAMER Great for quick Touch-ups! Perfect for Travel! yV' v. Kimberly Ann Boyd Savoy LAFAYETTE, LA Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2001 at Asbury United Methodist Church for Kimberly B.

Savoy, 27, who died Wednesday, February 7, 2001 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center from injuries received in an automobile accident. The Reverend Steven Spurlock, pastor, Broadmoor United Methodist Church in Shreveport and Father Reverend C. Nicholas Trahan, pastor, Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist will officiate. Music will be provided by the Asbury Church Choir and the Alpha Omega Youth Choir.

Kimberly, a native of Crowley, was the daughter of Reverend and Mrs. Edward "Ed" Boyd of Lafayette. She was a 1990 graduate of St. Louis Catholic High School in Lake Charles and a 1994 graduate in General Studies from U.L.L., formerly U.S.L. She also attained her Board Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling, and she worked in St.

Landry Parish and Opelousas for several years, mostly with New Beginnings and Handsel Health Care. She retired from her profession and at the time of her untimely death was pursuing her love of re-finishing antiques. She is survived by her loving husband of almost six years, Kurt Savoy of Opelousas; her parents, Reverend and Mrs. Ed Boyd, her father presently serves as senior pastor of Asbury United Methodist Church; one brother, Kyle Edward Boyd of Paris, TX; one step-daughter, Ashley Marie Savoy of Modesto, CA; her mother-in-law, Bessie Marie LeJeune of Plaisance; her maternal grandmother, Maud "MaMa" Smith of Mansfield and her paternal grandfather, Troy E. Boyd, Sr.

of Converse. Kimberly was also a surrogate mother of Brittany Davis of Lafayette. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, J.N. Smith and her paternal grandmother, Bobbye Lois Boyd. Kimberly's family chose to donate her organs to Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA) and now others will live through this unselfish and loving decision.

In memory of Kimberly, you may choose to make donations to either Louisiana Memorial United Methodist Church, 515 E. Bellevue Street, Opelousas, LA 70570 or Asbury United Methodist Church, 101 Live Oak Lafayette, LA 70503. The family will receive visitors at Asbury on Friday, February 9 at the church from 1 p.m. until time of service. Delhomme Funeral Home, 337-235-9449, are funeral directors handling arrangements.

7 FREE $165 Canister With any Upright Vacuum Purchase! Sis. Cathey Ann Crane ARCADIA, LA Services for Sis. Caihey Ann Crane, 39, will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, February 10, 2001 at the First Pentecostal Church, Arcadia, LA. Officiating will be Pastor George Ridge. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home.

Family hour will be from 7 to 8 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2001 at Memorial Funeral Home, Arcadia, Louisiana. Sis. Crane passed away Sunday, February 4, 2001 after a brief illness. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses staff at Christus Schumpert Medical Center, 6th Medical Tower and ICU for their care and compassion. Charlie Reuter MINDEN, LA Funeral services for Charlie Reuter, 55, will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, February 10, 2001 at First United Methodist Church.

Officiating will be Rev. Ryan Horton and Rev. Terry Love. Interment will follow at Garden of Memory. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m.

to 10 p.m. on Friday, February 9, 2001 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home. Charlie passed away February 7, 2001 after a lengthy illness. He had resided in Minden for 27 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anita and his parents, Mr.

and Mrs. Lloyd Reuter of El Dorado, AR. Charlie was born June 25, 1945 in El Dorado, AR. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University, he was a plant superintendent for Athens Brick Company at the Caddo Brick Plant in Mooringsport, LA. A member of First United Methodist Church, having served on various committees, he worked with the youth and presently served on the Administrative Board.

A past member of the Minden Jaycees, he served on various committees and worked closely with the Webster Parish Fair Committee. Member of Boy Scouts of America, former Webloes Leader, Assistant Scout Leader having completed Wood Badge training, and a Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow. He also served in the National Guard. He is survived by his sons, Mickey and wife, Donna of Kerrville, TX and Corey of Minden; granddaughter, Anita Marie of Kerrville, TX; brothers, Richard and wife Kathy of Okeechobee, FL, Lloyd "Buddy" of Springfield, MO; sister, Betty Parker and husband, James of Norphlet, AR; mother-in-law, Grace Porter of El Dorado, AR; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Wayne Hatfield, Rodney Clarkson, Jim Adams, Claude Reeves, Phil Clary and Homer Purtle.

Memorials may be made to Youth Department of First United Methodist Church, Minden or St. Jude's Research Hospital. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA 318-377-3412 Annelle Clayton Blanchard, M.D. SHREVEPORT, LA A family grave-side service for Annelle Clayton Blanchard, M.D. will be at 1:30 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2001 at Forest Park Cemetery, St.

Vincent Avenue. services will follow at 2:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 900 Jordan Street in Shreveport. Officiating M'ill be Dr. Robert R.

Laha, Rev. Brian ti. McDowell and Father Curtis Woods. Annelle succumbed February 3, 001 at Tampa General Hospital from burns suffered in an apartment house litre at Fort Pierce, FL on January 22, 001. Annelle was born August 17, 1950 in Jackson, MS and had lived much of her Hife in Shreveport, LA.

She was a National Merit Finalist, graduate from E. Byrd High School and held degrees in foreign languages from LSU-paton Rouge and in Zoology and Science from University of Louisiana Monroe. She graduated from LSU Jvledical School in Shreveport and did 4-jer residency training at LSU Hospital In New Orleans and served in QBGYN practices in New Orleans and Florida. Annelle was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and the debutante Club of Mississippi. Annelle's greatest joy and pride were Jw children, She often stated that her Six children were her greatest productions, and second to her children have Jjeen the deliveries of hundreds of beautiful, healthy babies.

Her greatest satisfaction was assisting mothers with troubled pregnancies to reach full-term 'Healthy deliveries. She is survived by her husband, Roy lEdward Blanchard; children. Ian, Anna Lauren, Ashlyn, Caitlyn, Alyssa and Alexandra; brother, James Clayton and wife, Leslie; her parents, Annelle and Norman Clayton; and parents-ii Jaw, Martha and Edward Blanchard. Memorials may be made to a charity xf the donor's choice. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Marshall St.

Chapel, 222-0348 Lee Douglas SHREVEPORT, LA One of God's lost souls went home January 14, 001. Danny Lee Douglas was a resident of Shreveport, a gifted guitar player and had a passion for the arts. He was preceded in death by his brother Donnie Lynn and survived by mother, 'Jackie Ibelli; niece, Jamie Douglas both of Shreveport; his son, Sean Patrick Douglas of Phoenix, AZ; brother and Wife, Dennis and Pat Douglas of Albuquerque. NM and many friends. With God there will be happiness, and plenty of music.

A celebration of life and music will be held at Tommy's Place, 8 p.m, Feb. 14 and the anaels will sinq. Hooks ordloHiint In Memory of a Deceased Loved One or Friend Strallnnore I'adK SHPPlie 117 Acknowledging Acts of Kindness And Expressions of Sympathy During the Loss of a Loved One Are Accepted for Publication on This Paae Friday 8am to Monday 'Exceot Holidays) 7T; 1) Grandfather Clock 2) 27" Color TV 3) DVD Player 4) Portable CD-Player 5) Cordless Drill Classified Department Ship. Cars Charles B. Hughes, Jr.

SHREVEPORT, LALIVINGSTON, TX A memorial service for Charles B. Hughes, 50, will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, February 10, 2001 in Centuries Memorial Chapel. Officiating will be Bill Leckie. Mr. Hughes currently resided in Livingston, TX and was a former resident of Shreveport.

He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Hughes, Sr. of Shreveport; two sisters, Carolyn Davis and husband, Robert of Shreveport and Debra Leckie and husband, Bill of Grand Prairie, TX; three nieces and one nephew.

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