Dr. Enemund Meullion Honored (October 19, 2024)
Prior to the chapter meeting, Dr. Enemund Meullion Chapter members, Fort Jesup C.A.R. members, LASSAR Ladies Auxiliary members, and guests met at the grave of Dr. Enemund Meullion for the Annual Wreath Laying in Old Rapides Cemetery. From left: Allie Tarver (Louisiana State C.A.R. Pres.), Secretary Brent Morock, Tori Flynn (Ft. Jesup C.A.R. Senior Pres.), Nicholas Tarver (C.A.R.), President Gervais Compton, Cheryl Morock (Aux. VP), Michael Wynne, Mary Beth Tarver, Hannah Flynn (Ft. Jesup C.A.R. Pres.), Natchitoches Chapter President Tony Vets, Hayden Tarver (C.A.R.), Taylor Thompson (Dr. E.M.), and Liz Lindsay (Aux.).
At Forts Buhlow & Randolph Visitors Center, Michael Wynne talked about Alexander Fulton, the founder of the Town of Alexandria, LA. President Compton presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation.
At Forts Buhlow & Randolph Visitors Center, Michael Wynne talked about Alexander Fulton, the founder of the Town of Alexandria, LA. President Compton presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation.
Past Registrar General Speaks to Chapter (September 21, 2024)
Past Registrar General Tony L. Vets, Sr was guest speaker for the September meeting. Vets gave a presentation on the founding of Fort Boonesborough, KY, by Daniel Boone and Richard Henderson in April 1775. Two of Vets' Patriot Ancestors, Thomas Phelps and his daughter Lucy, were defenders of the fort during an eleven-day siege from the Shawnee and British Canadian troops in September 1778. Vets ended the presentation by telling how Thomas later moved his family to present day Louisville, where Lucy met and married another of Vets' Patriot Ancestors, Marsham Brashear.
Brashear was appointed a trustee in the founding of Louisville and served as secretary. This Patriotic Service led to him being recognized as a Patriot of the American Revolution. He is also credited as being one of the first, if not the first, distiller of bourbon whisky.
President Gervais Compton presented Vets with a Certificate of Appreciation for his talk.
Brashear was appointed a trustee in the founding of Louisville and served as secretary. This Patriotic Service led to him being recognized as a Patriot of the American Revolution. He is also credited as being one of the first, if not the first, distiller of bourbon whisky.
President Gervais Compton presented Vets with a Certificate of Appreciation for his talk.
Chapter Member Represents LASSAR at Battle of Euthew Springs, SC (August 30-31, 2024)
Compatriot Hal Gonzales, a dual member with South Carolina, presented a wreath on behalf of the Louisiana SAR at the 243rd anniversary of the Battle of Euthew Springs. Hal never misses an opportunity to represent the Dr. Enemund Meullion Chapter.
Chapter Hears of Great Flood of 1927; Presents Good Citizenship Award (July 20, 2024)
Guest Speaker Compatriot Charles Riddle III discussed his upcoming book about the Flood of 1927. His grandfather Charles Riddle I was the Chairman of the Avoyelles Parish Chapter Red Cross during the time of the flood. Photos and documents were re-discovered after Hurricane Gustav passed through Marksville in August 2008. President Gervais Compton presented Riddle with a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation.
Speaker Pro Tempore and Louisiana State Representative for District 27 Mike Johnson received the Bronze Good Citizenship Medal and Certificate.
Top row from left: Al Pitts, Taylor Thompson, Chaplain Clyde Neck, Charles Riddle III, Rep. Mike Johnson, President Gervais Compton, Secretary Brent Morock, Past President Pat Ryan. Bottom row: Past President James Morock, Sr., M.D., Past Secretary Tony L. Vets Sr, Past President Thomas Ebarb, Jr., Paul Birinyi, M.D., and Past President Mike Lee
Speaker Pro Tempore and Louisiana State Representative for District 27 Mike Johnson received the Bronze Good Citizenship Medal and Certificate.
Top row from left: Al Pitts, Taylor Thompson, Chaplain Clyde Neck, Charles Riddle III, Rep. Mike Johnson, President Gervais Compton, Secretary Brent Morock, Past President Pat Ryan. Bottom row: Past President James Morock, Sr., M.D., Past Secretary Tony L. Vets Sr, Past President Thomas Ebarb, Jr., Paul Birinyi, M.D., and Past President Mike Lee
Member Represents Chapter and LASSAR at South Carolina Event (August 3, 2024)
Hal Gonzales participated in the General Thomas Sumter Commemoration in Sumter, SC. Gonzales delivered the keynote speech on the life of Thomas Sumter and presented the wreath for the Louisiana Society and the Chapter.
Busy Meeting with Awards and Guest Speaker (June 18, 2024)
Guest speaker Michael Wynne spoke about General George Custer's time in Alexandria. Chapter President A. Gervais Compton, Jr., presented Wynne with a Certificate of Appreciation and a LASSAR mug.
Aubrey Birinyi received a Certificate and a check from the LASSAR for winning the Americanism Poster Contest at the LASSAR Board of Directors Meeting on 13 April 2024. Her poster was sent to NSSAR to be judged at the Annual Congress.
Diane Lawton received the SAR Fire Safety Award on behalf of her husband Michael J. Lawton, who passed away in 2006. Michael was a founding member of the Holiday Village Fire Department, serving as president for 18 years, and remained an active member of the department throughout his life.
J. Eric Irby presented the SAR Law Enforcement Award to APD Chief Chad Gremillion. Gremillion began his law enforcement career at Alexandria Police Department in 1995. From 1999-2023, he served as a Louisiana State Trooper in Troop E. On 5 April 2023, Alexandria Jacques Roy appointed Gremillion as Interim Chief.
Aubrey Birinyi received a Certificate and a check from the LASSAR for winning the Americanism Poster Contest at the LASSAR Board of Directors Meeting on 13 April 2024. Her poster was sent to NSSAR to be judged at the Annual Congress.
Diane Lawton received the SAR Fire Safety Award on behalf of her husband Michael J. Lawton, who passed away in 2006. Michael was a founding member of the Holiday Village Fire Department, serving as president for 18 years, and remained an active member of the department throughout his life.
J. Eric Irby presented the SAR Law Enforcement Award to APD Chief Chad Gremillion. Gremillion began his law enforcement career at Alexandria Police Department in 1995. From 1999-2023, he served as a Louisiana State Trooper in Troop E. On 5 April 2023, Alexandria Jacques Roy appointed Gremillion as Interim Chief.
Restaurant Recognized for Proper Flag Etiquette (May 8, 2024)
Dr. Enemund Meullion chapter presented an SAR Flag Certificate to Nick and Linda Carrozza, Critics Choice Restaurant, in Alexandria on May 8, 2024.
Pictured, L>R, are Nick, Linda, Jim Morock (Flag Chairman), and Brent Morock (Secretary-Treasurer-Registrar).
Pictured, L>R, are Nick, Linda, Jim Morock (Flag Chairman), and Brent Morock (Secretary-Treasurer-Registrar).
Chapter Hears About President Polk and Essay on Lexington & Concord (March 16, 2024)
Dr. Enemund Meullion Chapter President A. Gervais Compton III presented the guest speaker LSUA professor Jim Rogers, Ph.D., with a certificate of appreciation and a LASSAR mug for his presentation on the ancestry and the life of President James K. Polk.
President Compton presented the 2023 Dr. Enemund Meullion Chapter Americanism Poster Contest Winner Aubrey Birinyi with a certificate and a $50 check. Birinyi's topic was Lexington & Concord – the shot heard round the world – and she discussed how “the shot” continues through history.
President Compton presented the 2023 Dr. Enemund Meullion Chapter Americanism Poster Contest Winner Aubrey Birinyi with a certificate and a $50 check. Birinyi's topic was Lexington & Concord – the shot heard round the world – and she discussed how “the shot” continues through history.
Officer Inductions and Chapter Name Change (January 20, 2024)
Enemund Meullion Chapter President Mike Lee presented Vice President Eric Irby, our guest speaker, with a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation on the history of Revolutionary War artillery.
Chapter President Mike Lee presented Sgt. Brandon Spillman of the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office with the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal and the SAR Life Saving Medal. Pictured from the left: Mike Lee, Sgt. Brandon Spillman, and Capt. Reggie Sanders.
LASSAR President Randall Domingue inducted the 2024 Officers – President Gervais Compton, Vice President Darrell Poole, Secretary-Registrar-Treasurer Brent Morock, and Chaplain Clyde Neck.
Newly inducted Chapter President Gervais Compton presented Past President Mike Lee with his Past President’s pin and Bronze Meritorious Service Medal.
Past Presidents James Morock, Sr., M.D., Pat Ryan, Mike Sawrie, Mike Lee, and Chapter President Gervais Compton posed for a photo after the meeting. Thomas EBarb and Tony “Bo” Vets II not pictured.
At his first order of business for the 2024, Chapter President Compton asked those assembled to consider changing the name of the chapter to include Dr. A motion was made, seconded and passed for this long overdue change.
Chapter President Mike Lee presented Sgt. Brandon Spillman of the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office with the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal and the SAR Life Saving Medal. Pictured from the left: Mike Lee, Sgt. Brandon Spillman, and Capt. Reggie Sanders.
LASSAR President Randall Domingue inducted the 2024 Officers – President Gervais Compton, Vice President Darrell Poole, Secretary-Registrar-Treasurer Brent Morock, and Chaplain Clyde Neck.
Newly inducted Chapter President Gervais Compton presented Past President Mike Lee with his Past President’s pin and Bronze Meritorious Service Medal.
Past Presidents James Morock, Sr., M.D., Pat Ryan, Mike Sawrie, Mike Lee, and Chapter President Gervais Compton posed for a photo after the meeting. Thomas EBarb and Tony “Bo” Vets II not pictured.
At his first order of business for the 2024, Chapter President Compton asked those assembled to consider changing the name of the chapter to include Dr. A motion was made, seconded and passed for this long overdue change.
Chapter Learns About Constitution and Inducts New Member (November 18, 2023)
President Mike Lee presented Judge Shannon Gremillion with a Certificate of Appreciation for his talk about the history of the U.S. Constitution.
Paul Birinyi, M.D., was inducted into the chapter. Pictured with President Mike Lee, Aubrey Birinyi, and first-line sponsor Brent Morock.
Paul Birinyi, M.D., was inducted into the chapter. Pictured with President Mike Lee, Aubrey Birinyi, and first-line sponsor Brent Morock.
Chapter Honors Namesake Patriot (October 21, 2023)
Prior to the October meeting, Enemund Meullion Chapter and LASSAR Ladies Auxiliary members met at Meullion's grave in Rapides Cemetery for the Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony.
President Mike Lee awarded K. Michael Sawrie a Certificate of Appreciation for presiding over the September meeting.
President Mike Lee awarded K. Michael Sawrie a Certificate of Appreciation for presiding over the September meeting.
Chapter Hears Talk on PTSD and Presents Awards (September 16, 2023)
Acting Chapter President Mike Sawrie presented Kelley Pears, PhD, with a Certificate of Appreciation and a LASSAR mug for his talk about PTSD.
City of Pineville Police Chief Darrell Basco introduced Patrolman First Class (PFC) Codiak Thompson, Basco's recommendation for the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Sawrie presented the award to Thompson. Pictured: Basco, Thompson, and Sawrie.
Alexandria Police Chief Chad Gremillion introduced Sgt. Bobby Branton, one of two recipients of the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Gremillion next introduced Officer (Ofc.) Samuel Terrell. Branton and Terrell both received the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Sawrie also awarded Terrell with the Life Saving Award. Pictured: Branton, Terrell, and Gremillion.
Sawrie presented Darrell Poole, PhD, with the Military Service Medal.
City of Pineville Police Chief Darrell Basco introduced Patrolman First Class (PFC) Codiak Thompson, Basco's recommendation for the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Sawrie presented the award to Thompson. Pictured: Basco, Thompson, and Sawrie.
Alexandria Police Chief Chad Gremillion introduced Sgt. Bobby Branton, one of two recipients of the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Gremillion next introduced Officer (Ofc.) Samuel Terrell. Branton and Terrell both received the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. Sawrie also awarded Terrell with the Life Saving Award. Pictured: Branton, Terrell, and Gremillion.
Sawrie presented Darrell Poole, PhD, with the Military Service Medal.
Member Receives Certificate (July 15, 2023)
Enemund Meullion Chapter President Mike Lee presented Compatriot Charles Riddle III a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation on the history of Avoyelles Parish. Riddle was also given a jar of fig and lemon preserves made by Pat Ryan. From left to right: Pat Ryan, Charles Riddle III, and Chapter President Mike Lee
Chapter Hears of the Exploits of Deborah Sampson (May 27, 2023)
Deborah Sampson, portrayed by Katherine "Sue" Lee of the Loyalty Chapter DAR, told the chapter her life story at the May 27th Enemund Meullion Chapter meeting. Sampson disguised herself as a man named Robert Shurtliff to serve in the Continental Army in the Fourth Massachusetts Regiment from May 1782 to October 1783. She was assigned to Captain George Webb’s Company of Light Infantry at West Point, New York. For over two years, Sampson's true identity remained undiscovered. She left a bullet in her shoulder that she received in a skirmish with Loyalists. Another time she was shot in the thigh and then extracted the bullet herself. While on a mission to Philadelphia, she fell ill with a high fever and passed out. While unconscious, the doctor discovered Shurtliff was a woman. Sampson was honorably discharged and received a pension for her military service from her native state of Massachusetts. She also went on a lecture tour across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York. Her husband Benjamin Gannet successfully petitioned Congress for a pension four years after Sampson's death.
Jim Morock, M.D., acting Chapter President, presented Katherine Lee with a Certificate of Appreciation for her presentation.
Jim Morock, M.D., acting Chapter President, presented Katherine Lee with a Certificate of Appreciation for her presentation.
Numerous Awards Presented (March 18, 2023)
President J. Michael Lee presented the LA Historic Sites District Manager Ray Berthelot from the Office of State Parks with a Certificate of Appreciation for his discussion of various sites in the Louisiana State Parks system.
President J. Michael Lee awarded Alexandria Firefighter Capt Greg Derbonne the Fire Safety Commendation Medal and the Life-Saving Medal for his public service.
President J. Michael Lee awarded Alexandria Firefighter Capt Greg Derbonne the Fire Safety Commendation Medal and the Life-Saving Medal for his public service.
Chapter members were also recognized. Compatriot Benjamin Vets shared his entry for the Americanism Poster Contest. The chapter voted to declare his poster the winner at the chapter level.
Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock was presented with the Bronze Roger Sherman Medal for his service to the chapter.
Chaplain Clyde Neck received a Certificate of Appreciation for the preservation of the Hypolite Bordelon House and for his work at the La Commission Des Avoyelles.
Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock was presented with the Bronze Roger Sherman Medal for his service to the chapter.
Chaplain Clyde Neck received a Certificate of Appreciation for the preservation of the Hypolite Bordelon House and for his work at the La Commission Des Avoyelles.
Poole Discusses the Crossing and Officers Installed (January 21, 2023)
Compatriot Darrell Poole, Ph.D., was the guest speaker at the January meeting. Poole received a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation on George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River.
LASSAR President Jeff Nolen installed the 2023 Enemund Meullion Chapter Officers. From left: President J. Michael Lee, Vice President J. Eric Irby, Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock, and LASSAR President Jeff Nolen. Not present: Chaplain Clyde Neck and Treasurer Carlos Mayeux, Jr.
LASSAR President Jeff Nolen installed the 2023 Enemund Meullion Chapter Officers. From left: President J. Michael Lee, Vice President J. Eric Irby, Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock, and LASSAR President Jeff Nolen. Not present: Chaplain Clyde Neck and Treasurer Carlos Mayeux, Jr.
Local Business Recognized For Flag Displat (January 20, 2023)
Texas Roadhouse was recognized for properly displaying the US flag. Shown are President Mike Lee, Manager Beau Roach, and Jim Morock, Flag Chairman.
Chapter Honors Law Enforcement Officer (November 19, 2022)
In keeping with a core objective of the SAR, the Enemund Meullion Chapter presented Patrolman First Class (PFC) Fredrick Evans of the Pineville Police Department with the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal. From L-R: Mike Lee, PFC Evans, and Police Chief Darrell Basco.
Additionally, Tony L. "Bo" Vets II was awarded the Liberty Medal Certificate and a bronze oak leaf cluster for first-line sponsoring ten additional applicants into the SAR. From L-R, Dr James Morock, Bo Vets, and Mike Lee.
Additionally, Tony L. "Bo" Vets II was awarded the Liberty Medal Certificate and a bronze oak leaf cluster for first-line sponsoring ten additional applicants into the SAR. From L-R, Dr James Morock, Bo Vets, and Mike Lee.
Enemund Meullion Annual Wreath Laying (October 15, 2022)
Enemund Meullion Chapter members met in the Rapides Cemetery to place a wreath at Enemund Meullion's grave. From left: James Morock, Sr., MD; Chapter Vice President Gervais Compton, Eric Irby, Darrell Poole, PhD; former Loyalty Chapter DAR Regent Sue Lee, Al Pitts, Chapter Secretary Brent Morock, Sue Adams, Chapter President Mike Lee, and Taylor Thompson.
Chapter Honors Retired Mayor & Inducts New Member (September 24, 2022)
Pic 1: Gloria Quinney received a Certificate of Appreciation for her service to the Enemund Meullion Chapter. She provides catered meals for our meetings. Pictured: Gloria Quinney and Chapter President Mike Lee.
Pic 2: Pictured: James A. Morock, Sr., M.D., Former Pineville Mayor Clarence Fields, and Chapter President Mike Lee. Former Mayor Clarence Fields was awarded the SAR Bronze Good Citizenship Medal for his 22 year service as Mayor for the City of Pineville, LA and a Certificate of Appreciation for serving as guest speaker.
Pic 3: From left: Chapter President Mike Lee, Darrell Poole, PhD, and Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock. Darrell Poole, PhD, received his new member certificate from Chapter President Mike Lee. Poole 's Patriot Ancestor was Col Mark Bird of the Berks County, PA Militia.
Pic 2: Pictured: James A. Morock, Sr., M.D., Former Pineville Mayor Clarence Fields, and Chapter President Mike Lee. Former Mayor Clarence Fields was awarded the SAR Bronze Good Citizenship Medal for his 22 year service as Mayor for the City of Pineville, LA and a Certificate of Appreciation for serving as guest speaker.
Pic 3: From left: Chapter President Mike Lee, Darrell Poole, PhD, and Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock. Darrell Poole, PhD, received his new member certificate from Chapter President Mike Lee. Poole 's Patriot Ancestor was Col Mark Bird of the Berks County, PA Militia.
Guest speaker Wilbert Carmouche, Executive Director at Avoyelles Commission of Tourism, was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation and a special certificate for his longtime service in promoting the resources of Avoyelles Parish. From left: Chapter President Mike Lee, Wilbert Carmouche, and Chapter Treasurer Carlos Mayeux, Jr.
Chapter Honors Local Fire Captain / Paramedic (May 21, 2022)
Captain/Paramedic Ron Parker of the Pineville Fire Department received the Fire Safety Commendation and Emergency Medical Services Awards that were presented by Enemund Meullion Chapter President Mike Lee. Pictured from left: President Mike Lee, Capt/Paramedic Ron Parker, and James A. Morock, Sr., M.D.
Chapter Hears About Forts Randolph and Buhlow and Presents Awards to a Local Hero.
President Mike Lee presented guest speaker Richard Holloway with a Certificate of Appreciation and a LASSAR mug for his presentation on the history of Forts Randolph & Buhlow. Holloway is a Louisiana State Park Ranger at Forts Randolph & Buhlow State Historic Site, where the Enemund Meullion Chapter holds it meetings.
Also, during the meeting, President Lee awarded Grant Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brennan Flory with the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Award and the SAR Medal for Heroism Award. Both awards were approved by the LASSAR to be given at the Enemund Meullion Chapter meeting. They were joined by members of the GPSO for a group photo. From left, GPSO Uniform Patrol Division Chief Bryon Taylor, Enemund Meullion Chapter President Mike Lee, GPSO Deputy Brennan Flory, and GPSO Chief of Detectives Brad Sudduth.
Also, during the meeting, President Lee awarded Grant Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brennan Flory with the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Award and the SAR Medal for Heroism Award. Both awards were approved by the LASSAR to be given at the Enemund Meullion Chapter meeting. They were joined by members of the GPSO for a group photo. From left, GPSO Uniform Patrol Division Chief Bryon Taylor, Enemund Meullion Chapter President Mike Lee, GPSO Deputy Brennan Flory, and GPSO Chief of Detectives Brad Sudduth.
Chapter Hears From MG John Bordelon and Swears in Officers (January 15, 2022)
Compatriot Maj Gen John Bordelon, the guest speaker, received a Certificate of Appreciation and a LASSAR mug for recounting his 39 year Air Force career. Registrar General Tony Vets installed the 2022 Enemund Meullion Chapter Officers--(from right) President John Michael "Mike" Lee, Vice President Alexander Compton, Jr., and Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock. Not pictured--Treasurer Carlos Mayeux, Jr. and Chaplain Clyde Neck. We also learned that before Christmas, James "Rusty" Brenner and his team at Texas Cemetery Restoration, LLC raised the tilting right side of Enemund Meullion's grave while making repairs to other markers damaged by Hurricane Laura. We thank him and The Rapides Cemetery Preservation Society for making this happen.
Chapter Remembers Thier Namesake and Hears From Abigail Adams (November 20, 2021)
Prior to the November meeting, members of the chapter, joined by members of the DAR and Historic Rapides Cemetery Foundation, met at the grave of Enemund Meullion for a more formal wreath presentation. One of our members, Taylor Thompson, is a direct descendant of the patriot and was on hand for the ceremony. Immediately after we moved to our meeting place where former Loyalty DAR Regent Katherine Lee, dressed as Abigail Adams, received a Certificate of Appreciation for her presentation. She discussed the life of John and Abigail Adams, former First Lady of the United States.
Enemund Meullion Members Remember Their Chapter Namesake (October 9, 2021)
Chapter Holds Meeting and Recognizes Members (October 2, 2021)
Chapter Recognizes Namesake (October 16, 2019)
Photos from Left to Right
Vice President Gervais Compton and Lee awarded AFD 1st Assistant Chief Bennie Ouber with the Fire Safety Commendation Award. (Compton, Ouber, Lee)
James Morock, Sr., M.D. and Lee presented past President Patrick Ryan with the NSSAR Liberty Medal for recruiting ten new members to the SAR. (Lee, Ryan, Morock)
On 2 October 2021, Enemund Meullion Chapter past President K. Michael Sawrie and current President J. Michael Lee presented Cpl Christopher Ryder, RPSO Motor Deputy, with the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. (Sawrie Ryder, Lee)
Vice President Gervais Compton and Lee awarded AFD 1st Assistant Chief Bennie Ouber with the Fire Safety Commendation Award. (Compton, Ouber, Lee)
James Morock, Sr., M.D. and Lee presented past President Patrick Ryan with the NSSAR Liberty Medal for recruiting ten new members to the SAR. (Lee, Ryan, Morock)
On 2 October 2021, Enemund Meullion Chapter past President K. Michael Sawrie and current President J. Michael Lee presented Cpl Christopher Ryder, RPSO Motor Deputy, with the Law Enforcement Commendation Award. (Sawrie Ryder, Lee)
Members of Enemund Meullion Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution gathered Saturday October 19th to lay a wreath at the grave of our chapter namesake, Dr. Enemund Meullion. Present were President Mike Sawrie, Vice President Gervais Compton, Secretary/Registrar Brent Morock, Past President Dr. James Morock, Past President Pat Ryan, Taylor Thompson, Mike Lee, Dale Bordelon, John Bordelon, James Irby, Bob Cleveland. Joining us were members of Loyalty Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, Regent Judy Porter, Treasurer Marlene Sawrie, Registrar Sue Lee, Bobby Hynson; also members of the Ladies Auxiliary SAR, Secretary Cheryl Morock & Teresa Compton. Presenting the wreath are descendants of Enemund Meullion, Gervais Compton and Taylor Thompson.
Chapter Recognizes Local Citizens (July 20, 2019)
The July 2019 chapter meeting was held in Marksville. LASSAR President Maj. Bradley Hayes presented recent law school graduate Ross Piazza with the Outstanding Citizenship award and a plaque for his volunteer work at the 321st Sustainment Brigade.
LASSAR President Maj. Bradley Hayes presented Judge Angelo Piazza with the Silver Good Citizenship Medal for his outstanding work on behalf of the residents of Avoyelles Parish and decades of public service.
Chapter President Mike Sawrie presented Jackson Vets with a certificate and check for his winning poster.
LASSAR President Maj. Bradley Hayes presented Judge Angelo Piazza with the Silver Good Citizenship Medal for his outstanding work on behalf of the residents of Avoyelles Parish and decades of public service.
Chapter President Mike Sawrie presented Jackson Vets with a certificate and check for his winning poster.
November 2017 Events
The Enemund Meullion Chapter Sons of the American Revolution is pleased to have had guest speaker Sheldon Roy of Marksvillle, President of CODOFIL Aux Avoyelles, who spoke on the French families and culture in Avoyelles Parish. He received a Certificate of Appreciation from the chapter. Additionally, the SAR awarded Randy DeCuir of Marksville its Certificate of Appreciation, honoring and recognizing DeCuir's longstanding contributions to historical literature and to genealogy.
Pictured from left are: Pat Ryan, chapter President, Sheldon Roy, Randy DeCuir, and Carlos Mayeux, chapter Treasurer and awards chairman and Avoyelles preservationist.
Pictured from left are: Pat Ryan, chapter President, Sheldon Roy, Randy DeCuir, and Carlos Mayeux, chapter Treasurer and awards chairman and Avoyelles preservationist.
October 2017 Events
The Enemund Meullion Chapter Sons of the American Revolution is pleased to present Jimmie Nelle Lewis with the SAR Martha Washington Medal and Certificate for her longstanding support of SAR and the local chapter, with referrals of SIX family members for SAR membership. Lewis is a member and past Regent of Loyalty Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Mr. Richard Hare was awarded the SAR Military Service Medal and Certificate, in recognition of his U.S. Army Military Service to our nation. Pictured from left are: Pat Ryan, chapter President, Lewis, and Hare.
The Enemund Meullion Chapter Sons of the American Revolution is pleased to present Jimmie Nelle Lewis with the SAR Martha Washington Medal and Certificate for her longstanding support of SAR and the local chapter, with referrals of SIX family members for SAR membership. Lewis is a member and past Regent of Loyalty Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Mr. Richard Hare was awarded the SAR Military Service Medal and Certificate, in recognition of his U.S. Army Military Service to our nation.
Pictured from left are: Pat Ryan, chapter President, Lewis, and Hare.
Pictured from left are: Pat Ryan, chapter President, Lewis, and Hare.
ASH Cadet Receives SAR Award (April 13, 2017)
Vice President Mike Sawrie presented the Bronze JROTC Award to C/Capt Ethan Myatt at Alexandria Senior High. The Bronze JROTC Award. The Bronze JROTC Medal was authorized in 1965, and is presented only to students in secondary school JROTC and no recipient may receive it more than once.
Chapter Members Participate In Memorial Day Activities (May 28-30, 2016)
On Saturday, May 28th, State President Bo Vets and his two son, Junior Members Jackson and Benjamin Vets, as well as Past State President Tony L. Vets placed flags on the graves in the Alexandria Veterans Cemetery. On Monday, President Vets participated in the Memorial Day ceremony and presented a wreath on behalf of the Louisiana Society.
New Officers Installed (January 17, 2015)
Compatriot Patrick William Ryan of Bunkie took the gavel honors from outgoing president Dr. James A. Morock at the January meeting held at Copeland's in Alexandria. Avoyelles Parish District Attorney Charles Addison Riddle III was one of two new members inducted and also served as guest speaker, giving an informative presentation on our National Anthem, the Star Spangled Banner. LASSAR President Bob Hess was on hand for the activites and swore in the new officers.
SAR Flag Certificate Awarded (November 18, 2014)
On November 18, 2014, Enemund Meullion Chapter President James A. Morock, Sr., M.D., presented the Sons of the American Revolution Flag Certificate to Mid-State Supply Company for their patriotic and proper display of the U.S. Flag.
Pictured from left: President Morock, VP Mike Erwin, Company President Eddie Milliner, VP Lisa Blair, and VP Junior Hebron.
Pictured from left: President Morock, VP Mike Erwin, Company President Eddie Milliner, VP Lisa Blair, and VP Junior Hebron.
Chapter Hears From Iwo Jima Survivor (September 20, 2014)
At the September 20, 2014, meeting of the Enemund Meullion Chapter Sons of the American Revolution, President James A. Morock, Sr., M.D., awarded WWII Veteran A. L. Wilson, Jr. (left) the SAR Bronze Good Citizenship medal and certificate, and the SAR Good Citizenship Pin, for his service to our country.
Mr. Wilson was the guest speaker, outlining his service in the Pacific Theatre, including description of the Battle on Iwo Jima.
Mr. Wilson was the guest speaker, outlining his service in the Pacific Theatre, including description of the Battle on Iwo Jima.
Chapter Members Participate in Flags In Activities (May 24, 2014)
Tony L. "Bo" Vets II and his son Jackson, both members of the Enemund Meuillion Chapter placed flags on over 150 graves at the Alexandria National Cemetery in Pineville, LA.
Bo and Jackson then returned to Colfax to place flags on the graves of friends and family, including WW II veteran Walter C. Brevelle, Bo's grandfather
Bo and Jackson then returned to Colfax to place flags on the graves of friends and family, including WW II veteran Walter C. Brevelle, Bo's grandfather
Eneumund Meuillion Officers Installed (January 18, 2014)
Vice President Pat Ryan gave a presentation about his patriot ancestor Philip Key, a Representative of Maryland and uncle to Francis Scott Key, the author of our National Anthem "The Star-Spangled Banner." President James Morock presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation.
Jason Chisolm received a War Service Medal and a Certificate for his service in the War on Terrorism.
Prospective member Col. William Price received a Flag Certificate for his proper display of the American flag on his property.
Peter Couvillon was presented with his new member certificate.
Tony L. Vets was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his years of service to the Enemund Meullion Chapter.
Registrar David Manning, Vice President Pat Ryan, LASSAR Trustee Tony Vets, President James Morock, and Secretary Brent Morock were installed as 2014 Officers.
Jason Chisolm received a War Service Medal and a Certificate for his service in the War on Terrorism.
Prospective member Col. William Price received a Flag Certificate for his proper display of the American flag on his property.
Peter Couvillon was presented with his new member certificate.
Tony L. Vets was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation for his years of service to the Enemund Meullion Chapter.
Registrar David Manning, Vice President Pat Ryan, LASSAR Trustee Tony Vets, President James Morock, and Secretary Brent Morock were installed as 2014 Officers.
Three New Members Inducted (November 16, 2013)
Three new members were inducted into the Enemund
Meuillion Chapter at the November 2013 meeting.
Hardin Lewis is a descendant of Jacob Kelly, who served as a solider under Col Clarke in Georgia. Dr. Peter Couvillon is a descendant of Richard Graham of Virginia, who served as a Member of the Committee of Safety. Graham Maxwell is a descendant of Uriah Chapman Jr of New York, who served as a Private under Capt Abraham Westfall and Col Albert Pawling.
Pictured: Dave Manning, Hardin Lewis, Pat Ryan, Peter Couvillon, Graham Maxwell, James Morock.
Hardin Lewis is a descendant of Jacob Kelly, who served as a solider under Col Clarke in Georgia. Dr. Peter Couvillon is a descendant of Richard Graham of Virginia, who served as a Member of the Committee of Safety. Graham Maxwell is a descendant of Uriah Chapman Jr of New York, who served as a Private under Capt Abraham Westfall and Col Albert Pawling.
Pictured: Dave Manning, Hardin Lewis, Pat Ryan, Peter Couvillon, Graham Maxwell, James Morock.
Those in attendance were also treated to a brief telling of the origins of our National Flag by special guest Truman Maynard, Secretary of the Natchitoches Chapter, LASSAR. Maynard told of the history of the flag and and how it became an icon following the defense of Fort McHenry in 1814. President Morock presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Truman following his speech.
Grant Parish Sheriffs Deputies Recognized (October 19, 2013)
Five members and two prospective members of the gathered at the grave of Enemund Meuillion in Rapides Cemetery, where Chapter President Dr. James Morock gave a brief biography of Meuillion. After an appropriate ceremony and the placing of a wreath, the assembly then retired to Copleands for the regularly scheduled meeting.
There, an overflow crowed had gathered to recognize Deputies Frankie Coleman and Preston Lyles of the Grant Parish Sheriffs Department. Past Chapter President Tony L. "Bo" Vets II introduced Grant Parish Sheriff Steven McCain who gave a passionate talk about the work of the Grant Parish Sheriff's Office and the accomplishments of Deputies Coleman and Lyles. McCain said that when he took office, he assigned these two officers to focus on the drug problem in Grant Parish. The efforts of these two officers has led to the departments success of taking drugs off the streets in Grant Parish with over 30 drug dealers taken off the streets of Grant Parish in the last 10 months. Both men were awarded the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal.
Pictures left to right: Dr. Jim Morock, Sheriff Steven McCain, Deputy Frankie Coleman, Deputy Preston Lyles, and Tony L. "Bo" Vets II.
There, an overflow crowed had gathered to recognize Deputies Frankie Coleman and Preston Lyles of the Grant Parish Sheriffs Department. Past Chapter President Tony L. "Bo" Vets II introduced Grant Parish Sheriff Steven McCain who gave a passionate talk about the work of the Grant Parish Sheriff's Office and the accomplishments of Deputies Coleman and Lyles. McCain said that when he took office, he assigned these two officers to focus on the drug problem in Grant Parish. The efforts of these two officers has led to the departments success of taking drugs off the streets in Grant Parish with over 30 drug dealers taken off the streets of Grant Parish in the last 10 months. Both men were awarded the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal.
Pictures left to right: Dr. Jim Morock, Sheriff Steven McCain, Deputy Frankie Coleman, Deputy Preston Lyles, and Tony L. "Bo" Vets II.
Oliver Pollock Discussed at Chapter Meeting (July 20, 2013)
Guest Speaker Richard H. Holloway was the guest speaker at the July meeting. Holloway, President and Program Director of the Civil War Roundtable of Central Louisiana, gave a presentation titiled "The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend: Oliver Pollock and Bernardo de Galvez in the American Revolution." He talked about the history of Oliver Pollock, especially about Pollock’s relationship with Bernardo de Galvez.
In addition to hearing from Holloway, Eneumnd Meuillion Chapter's 2012 Eagle Scout Competition Winner Luke O’Quinn was on hand to receive his prize, consisting of a certificate, medal, badge, and a $100 check.
Chapter Presents Wreath at Veterans Cemetery (May 27, 2013)
Members of the Eneumund Meuillion Chapter attended and participated in the annual Memorial Day ceremonies held at the Alexandria National Cemetery in Pineville, LA. COL Barrette Byrd, USMC (Ret) was the featured speaker, reminding those in attendance of the service and sacrifice of those buried there and marked and unmarked graves around the world.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, wreaths were presented by various organizations. This year, past Enemund Meuillion Chapter President and current LASSAR State Historian Tony L. “Bo” Vets II presented the wreath.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, wreaths were presented by various organizations. This year, past Enemund Meuillion Chapter President and current LASSAR State Historian Tony L. “Bo” Vets II presented the wreath.
Members Participate in "Flags In" (May 25, 2013)
Members of the Enemund Meuillion Chapter participated in the time honored tradition of “Flags In”, honoring American’s fallen hero’s by placing flags before the gravestones of service members buried in Alexandria National Cemetery, Pineville, LA.
Pictured: Jackson Joseph Vets, Junior Member
Pictured: Jackson Joseph Vets, Junior Member
Officers Sworn In For New Term (January 26, 2013)
The first meeting of 2013 saw the Enemund Meuillion Chapter award public servants for their good works in the community.
Rapides Parish District Attorney James C. Downs received the Bronze Good Citizenship award for his long and faithful service to Rapides Parish. Don Brevelle, Joseph Frank, and Robert White were all awarded the Fire Safety Commendation Medal for their service in Avoyelles Parish.
After the award presentation, longtime supporter and prospective member Charles Neal gave a presentation on the various flags our country and state have used. This was highlighted with his rendition of songs or poems of the era.
Following the meal, State President Tony L. Vets had the honor of addressing the members then installed the chapters officers for the 2013 term.
Picured below: Chapter President James Morock and James Downs; Don Brevelle, Robert White, Morock, and Carlos Mayeaux; Jack Sleet and Charles Neal
Rapides Parish District Attorney James C. Downs received the Bronze Good Citizenship award for his long and faithful service to Rapides Parish. Don Brevelle, Joseph Frank, and Robert White were all awarded the Fire Safety Commendation Medal for their service in Avoyelles Parish.
After the award presentation, longtime supporter and prospective member Charles Neal gave a presentation on the various flags our country and state have used. This was highlighted with his rendition of songs or poems of the era.
Following the meal, State President Tony L. Vets had the honor of addressing the members then installed the chapters officers for the 2013 term.
Picured below: Chapter President James Morock and James Downs; Don Brevelle, Robert White, Morock, and Carlos Mayeaux; Jack Sleet and Charles Neal
Awards Presented at November Meeting (November 17, 2012)
At the November meeting of the Enemund Meuillion Chapter, President James Morock presented Chief Daren Coutee with the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal. Coutee is the former chief of the Alexandria Police Department and a descendant of Claude Thomas Pierre Metoyer as well as other Patriots of the American Revolution. Dr. Harris Poret was inducted into the chapter. Poret is a descendant of Antoine Bordelon, who served as served as Assistant Regimental Adjutant (Aide Major) of the Pointe Coupee Militia under Galvez during the American Revolution. Compatriot John Kennedy received the War Service Medal. Kennedy has recently returned from combat operations as part of the Global War on Terrorism.
Pictured below: Daren Coutee, Harris Poret, John Kennedy
Pictured below: Daren Coutee, Harris Poret, John Kennedy
Chapter Meets To Commemorate Founding (October 20, 2012)
Members of the Enemund Meuillion Chapter met to celebrate their 30th anniversary. The meeting started, appropriately, at the grave of Enemund Meuillion in Rapides Cemetery, where Chapter President Dr. James Morock gave a brief biography of Meuillion. The assembly then retired to Cajun Landing for the regularly scheduled meeting. There, guest speaker Dr. Patsy Barber gave a presentation on her book “World War II Veterans – Speaking From The Heart”, interviews she gathered from those who served during the war. Dr. Barber told brief stories of three of her subjects. Alvin Pitts then gave a description of the founding of the Enemund Meuillion Chapter.
Charter members in attendance included Dr. James DeLee, Dr. James Morock, Alvin Pitts, and John Sleet.
Charter members in attendance included Dr. James DeLee, Dr. James Morock, Alvin Pitts, and John Sleet.
History
In 1982, an effort was made to form a chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution in Alexandria. Philip M. Sleet Sr, St. John Chilton, James DeLee, and ladies of the Loyalty Chapter, DAR, worked to find new and existing members for this new chapter.
On October 29, 1982 the Organization Meeting of the Alexandria Chapter was held in the same room that 75 years earlier the Loyalty Chapter, DAR was formed. At this meeting State President Edward Overton Cailleteau signed the new chapters’ charter. roty Seven men were charter members of the Alexandria Chapter and after the signing of the charter, the first election for officers was held. Phillip Sleet Sr was unanimously elected President, Colonel Edgar Hendership, 1st Vice President, Dr. James DeLee, 2nd Vice President, Dr. St. John. P. Chilton, Genealogist, and Alvin L. Pitts, Secretary-Treasurer.
Below is a list of Compatriots who have served as Chapter President, along with year installed in office.
Phillip H. Sleet, Sr 1982
Edgar Hendershot 1985
Robert H. Pittman 1986
Rhorer J. Texada 1988
Dr. James DeLee 1990
Andrew Moore 1992
C. Willard Spivey, Jr 1993
Milton E. Ailes 1996
Phil Eisenwinter 1997 *
Gary Grand 1998
Dr. James A. Morock 2007
Tony L. "Bo" Vets, II 2010
Thomas Ebarb 2011**
Tony L. "Bo" Vets, II 2011
Dr. James A. Morock 2012
*During the Eisenwinter administration, it was decided that the name should be changed to honor Enemund Meuillion, whose grave is located across the river in Rapides Cemetery, Pineville.
** Thomas Ebarb was elected and served as president for one month before being transferred to Kentucky. Vice President Bo Vets was served out the remaining term.
With dwindling membership, the chapter suffered from inactivity. In July 2007, Dr. James A. Morock and Tony L. Vets contacted State President John Johnson and Secretary Bill Allerton for guidance in re-establishing the chapter. Morock and Vets were named President and Secretary respectively and former members were contacted. On September 27, 2007, the Enemund Meuillion Chapter held its first meeting in several years.
On October 29, 1982 the Organization Meeting of the Alexandria Chapter was held in the same room that 75 years earlier the Loyalty Chapter, DAR was formed. At this meeting State President Edward Overton Cailleteau signed the new chapters’ charter. roty Seven men were charter members of the Alexandria Chapter and after the signing of the charter, the first election for officers was held. Phillip Sleet Sr was unanimously elected President, Colonel Edgar Hendership, 1st Vice President, Dr. James DeLee, 2nd Vice President, Dr. St. John. P. Chilton, Genealogist, and Alvin L. Pitts, Secretary-Treasurer.
Below is a list of Compatriots who have served as Chapter President, along with year installed in office.
Phillip H. Sleet, Sr 1982
Edgar Hendershot 1985
Robert H. Pittman 1986
Rhorer J. Texada 1988
Dr. James DeLee 1990
Andrew Moore 1992
C. Willard Spivey, Jr 1993
Milton E. Ailes 1996
Phil Eisenwinter 1997 *
Gary Grand 1998
Dr. James A. Morock 2007
Tony L. "Bo" Vets, II 2010
Thomas Ebarb 2011**
Tony L. "Bo" Vets, II 2011
Dr. James A. Morock 2012
*During the Eisenwinter administration, it was decided that the name should be changed to honor Enemund Meuillion, whose grave is located across the river in Rapides Cemetery, Pineville.
** Thomas Ebarb was elected and served as president for one month before being transferred to Kentucky. Vice President Bo Vets was served out the remaining term.
With dwindling membership, the chapter suffered from inactivity. In July 2007, Dr. James A. Morock and Tony L. Vets contacted State President John Johnson and Secretary Bill Allerton for guidance in re-establishing the chapter. Morock and Vets were named President and Secretary respectively and former members were contacted. On September 27, 2007, the Enemund Meuillion Chapter held its first meeting in several years.