HR 147

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2026 Regular Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 147
BY REPRESENTATIVE BOUDREAUX
  A RESOLUTION
To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of J.L. "Joseph"
       Richard.
       WHEREAS, it is with immense sadness and profound regret that the House of
Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana has learned of the passing, on April 7, 2026,
of J.L. "Joseph" Richard; and
       WHEREAS, Mr. Richard was a native and lifelong resident of Carencro, Louisiana,
a community he loved deeply and served with unwavering dedication throughout his life;
he was a devout Catholic and faithful parishioner of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, where
he served as an usher for many years; and
       WHEREAS, Mr. Richard was devoted to public service and honorably served for
thirty-seven years as a town councilman for the city of Carencro, where he left a lasting
impact on the community he loved; his commitment to civic duty and passion for helping
others established him as a respected and admired figure in Carencro; and
       WHEREAS, Mr. Richard was a co-founder of the Louisiana Independent Dealers
Association and served on the state board under Governor Edwin Edwards; he also served
as police commissioner and was a member of numerous organizations, and he always strived
to make a difference in the lives of those around him; and
       WHEREAS, Mr. Richard found the greatest joy in the time he spent with his family;
he loved hosting barbecues and treasured every moment spent with his beloved
grandchildren; and
       WHEREAS, J.L. "Joseph" Richard is survived by his wife of seventy-two years,
Rosa Boudreaux Richard; children, Judy Johnfore (Joseph "TJ"), Kenneth Richard, Larry
Richard, and Jimmie Richard (Brandy); five grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren;
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he will be deeply missed, but the legacy of his strong faith, servant's heart, and lifelong
dedication to his community and family shall live on in perpetuity in the hearts and minds
of those who were privileged to have known and loved him.
       THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express heartfelt condolences on the death of
J.L. "Joseph" Richard and does hereby extend sincere wishes that his family, friends, and
loved ones find comfort in their shared memories of his beautiful life.
  SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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