Honoring Avoyelles veterans: Ceremonies planned in Fifth Ward, Marksville, Moreauville and Mansura

Avoyelles Parish communities will honor veterans with observances Nov. 7, 9 and 11. Residents of all ages are invited to attend and show their appreciation for those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Fifth Ward: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 9 a.m.

The Fifth Ward/Moncla Knights of Columbus Council #9418 will host its annual Veterans Day Observance at the Fifth Ward Veterans Memorial on the grounds of Kramer Funeral Home, 1924 Highway 1 in Fifth Ward, Marksville. This year's theme is “PROUD to Have Served.”

The Cenla Honor Guard will post the colors, accompanied by members of Monsignor Van der Putten Assembly #2333 of Marksville, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Father Dwight de Jesus, pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, will offer the opening prayer. Deacon Darrell Dubroc will deliver the closing devotions.

The program will recognize veterans in attendance and all branches of military service. Krystle Reynaud will lead “God Bless America,” followed by refreshments provided by the Our Lady of Lourdes Altar Society. For additional information, visit the Fifth Ward/Moncla Knights of Columbus #9418 Facebook page.

Marksville: Monday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post 3139 will host Veterans Appreciation, “Honoring all those who served,” at Edgar Coco Park on Benjamin Drive in Marksville. The program recognizes local veterans and their families.

Mark McNeal will be the guest speaker, and Elizabeth Dupuy will perform a vocal solo. Refreshments will follow. Sponsors include the American Legion Auxiliary, Friends of the Avoyelles Parish Library, Marksville Garden Club and VFW Auxiliary Post 3139.

Moreauville: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.

The Village of Moreauville will hold its fifth annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Moreauville Volunteer Fire Department, 328 Main St. A lunch of jambalaya and cake will be served to all attending.

Attendees are encouraged to bring military memorabilia for display. Photographs of veterans in military service are being accepted for the annual slide show. Photos may be dropped off at Moreauville Town Hall, emailed to marthaclark2011@gmail.com or texted to 318-447-1076. That number may also be called for information.

Mansura: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m.

The Town of Mansura's second annual Veterans Day Ball will take place at the Cochon de Lait Center. Councilwoman Judy James announced the event, featuring guest speaker John Bordelon, commander of American Legion Post 130.

Cottonport Elementary School's Beta Club will participate. Refreshments and door prizes are planned. For more information, contact James at 318-587-1567.

From the November 4, 2026, edition of The Avoyelles Journal.