As Terrebonne Parish Sheriff, Tim Soignet has the privilege of riding in EVERY Mardi Gras parade, all season long. He is so appreciative of this unique opportunity to interact with the community. In addition to being devoted to our community both personally and professionally, he spends his free time fishing, cooking, playing guitar, and rumor has it he is also quite the practical joker. He is married to Melanie, and they have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Sheriff Soignet says, “I’ve known several families who battled cancer. My brother is an oncologist, and watching his dedication to helping others is an inspiration. If there is anything I can do to support the cause, I am all in.” Tim is fundraising in honor of: Dr. Steven Soignet- hematology/oncology Lydia Theriot Champagne Andrea Dupre Nancy Gibbons Nancy Chapman Christine Cantrelle Chantel Townsend Barbara Gautreaux Joanne Jaccuzzo Voisin Kelli Garza Kim Theriot Lois Darcey Jimmy (James) Marcel Conner Waddle Dennis Drake And in memory of: Kenneth Olden Sr Harry Buquet Dot Cobb Dale Gautreaux Ben Leary Clinton Theriot Elsie Theriot Rhodes Andrews Madge Theriot Landry Roy Theriot Earl Grabert Pearl Parfait

Kandice has been happily married to Ray Francis for 15 years, and they share a beautiful 13-year-old daughter, Kenzi. Kandice is co-owner of her family’s business, HOPSCO, and she is a dedicated volunteer at the Cancer Center. Since 2019, she has served on the planning committee for the annual Gala and this summer she helped plan and launch a new Cancer Center event, Big Brims & Healthy Skin. During Mardi Gras, she rides with the Krewe of Hyacinthians. Kandice is fundraising in memory of her beloved Granny, Yvette G. Boudreaux. Kandice says, “Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center holds a very special place in my heart. In October of 2017 my Granny, at the age of 81, was diagnosed with Primary Peritoneal Carcinoma…While the days spent receiving treatment were long, we made some of the best memories. I will always be grateful for the staff at the Cancer Center for the love and compassion during that time. Although she may have lost her battle, her courage to fight will live on!”

Debbie is a Mardi Gras lover! She’s been riding in Houma’s Krewe of Aquarius for over 20 years. She loves that the Carnival season is a time of year that you can stop what you’re doing and enjoy family time catching the parades. When it’s not Mardi Gras, you can find her working at Louis Mohana Furniture, reading in her spare time, or spending time with family. Debbie is married with 4 children, 5 grand-dogs, and 2 grand-cats. Debbie is honored to be a part of the 2023 Royal Krewe because so many people close to her heart have been affected by cancer, and she is dedicated to giving back. Her stepmother recently passed away after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, so Debbie is raising funds for the Cancer Center as a tribute to all of her friends and loved ones. In honor of: Anatole Chiasson, Jr. Stephanie Hebert Mary Champagne Patty Broussard Casmarie Baudoin Nancy Chapman Nancy Gibbons Dominique Schexnayder Joanne Jaccuzzo Penny Leboeuf Trudy Hebert Barbara Gautreaux Kristy Boudloche June Leonard In memory of: Sherril Bonvillain Chickie & Chester Brunet Larry Kraemer Starla Dupre Debra Ritter Gene Bonvillain Dale Gautreaux Anne Jackson

Jason is a man of many talents – a 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo, a brilliant home chef, and a successful business owner. Judging by his social media presence, you would never guess that he melted a plastic spatula while making his very first roux. Luckily, things improved from there and now Jason has over a million people following him for his Cajun cooking expertise and the occasional cameo from his wife, Misty and his beautiful daughters, Isabella (10), Zoey (8), and Juliet (6). When asked why he is taking the time to be part of the Royal Krewe and give back to the Cancer Center, Jason said, “It’s one of those things that hits people really hard. The last thing anyone should have to worry about while fighting cancer is how they are going to pay for it. If I am able, I try to give back.”

Courtney is proud to be involved in The Gala Goes to Mardi Gras as a member of the planning committee as well as a Royal Krewe member. She is fundraising in honor of everyone affected by cancer, but especially her mother, who won her battle with breast cancer. Courtney has a passion for getting involved in local events and giving back to the community. She credits her great group of friends for always finding ways to give back and help others. When she’s not volunteering, she loves spending time with her family. She and her husband, Joey, have two children: Kayden and Taylor. They love to get away to the camp to go fishing and enjoy quiet weekends. When asked why she has chosen to support the Cancer Center, she says, “I watched my mother go through breast cancer, and saw how having a local support system helped her get through it.” Something you may not know about Courtney is that she has always wanted to be a famous country singer!

Mimi Porche is honored to be part of the Royal Krewe, and is fundraising in memory of her father and many other close family members and friends that have been lost to cancer. She is passionate about giving back to our local Cancer Center because it is so necessary to give members of our community expert care, close to home. Mimi has been happily married for 18 years, and has 2 children: a 16 year old son and an 11 year old daughter. In her spare time, she loves to get together with friends, travel, and dance. She has been hosting an annual Zumbathon dance event for many years, donating all proceeds to Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. Mimi has an infectiously happy personality and is one of the most generous and friendly people you will ever meet!

Brett is a father to two daughters, ages 7 and 2, and is married to his high school sweetheart, Kimberly. In addition to spending time with family, he loves cooking and hunting, and devotes a large portion of his free time to volunteering with Roux for a Reason, a non-profit that is devoted to supporting patient support programming at Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. He’s been on the Roux for a Reason committee since the first fundraising event in 2017, and says he is devoted to giving back to the Cancer Center because, “I believe Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is vitally important to our area.” The cause hits close to home for Brett, as his wife lost her father to cancer, and several of his close friends have all lost family members to cancer. Brett is excited to be a part of the Royal Krewe because he truly loves Mardi Gras and how it brings the community together to celebrate culture and family.

Freddie is recently retired from Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government after working with Waterworks for over 30 years! Fun fact: He's originally from North Louisiana, but he came down to Terrebonne Parish in 1977 for a 2 week job, and he never left. "There's just something special about this place," he shares. He is happily married to Shawanda Chatman and together they are raising his grandson, Robert Johnson, Jr. Freddie is a prostate cancer survivor – he endured 28 radiation treatments, all while working full time and walking a mile a day. As a deacon at his church, he thanks God every day for giving him a second chance at life and he doesn’t waste a single day. In his spare time, he loves fishing, watching sports, and traveling. He is so appreciative of the expert care he received at Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center and is thrilled to be able to give back at part of the Royal Krewe.