The Mystic Krewe de Saint Denis recently announced the Maids and Dukes to be presented during the 47th Tableau & Ball. The theme for this year is Fins & Fantasies.
The Maids and Dukes presented include.
Ainsley Claire Armstrong is the daughter of Krewe Member and Mrs. Richard Brant Armstrong. She will be presented by her father. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Bison and Mr. and Mrs. David Joel Armstrong. Ainsley is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where she was recently named Student of the Year. She also won Student of the Year for the Diocese of Alexandria. Ainsley is a member of the Varsity Tennis and Cheer Teams. She serves as Student Council President and Senior Class President. Ainsley is a member of the Mayor’s Youth Council, National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, and Beta Club. She also was a delegate to Louisiana Girls State. She has served as a Herald and Usher for the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival Court. Ainsley will attend Louisiana Tech University majoring in Speech and Language Pathology.
Richard Brant Armstrong is the founder and president of TRACE Reliability. He graduated from Northwestern State University. Richard is a member of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Knights of Columbus, and ACTS. He is secretary of the Theta Mu Chapter of Kappa Sigma Housing Corporation and is the Past Alumni Advisor of the chapter. He is a board member of the Natchitoches Parish Shooting Range and member of the NSU Beacon Society. His hobbies include traveling, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. Richard has been a member of the Krewe for six years, where he is past co-chair of the float committee and currently serves as secretary of the Board. He is married to the former Tracy Bison, and they have three daughters, Ainsley Claire, Camille Renee, and Elise Margaret.
Addison Elizabeth Evans is the daughter of Krewe member and Mrs. John Richard Evans and will be presented by her father. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Ray Felchle and Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Bunyan Evans, Jr. Addison is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where she is a member of Beta Club, Future Business Leaders of America, and National Honor Society. She is president of the St. Mary’s Yearbook and served three years as a member of the St. Mary’s Tigerline. She is currently interning with NSU Baseball. Addison enjoys working out, shopping, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She plans to attend Louisiana State University majoring in Mass Communications.
John Richard Evans is self employed as a tree farmer. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School and Northwestern State University. He is a past president of the Natchitoches Jaycees and regional director of the Louisiana Jaycees. He was the Natchitoches Jaycee of the Year in 1998-1999. John was a letterman for NSU Football. He currently serves on the NSU Alumni Board of Directors, where he was just elected as treasurer. He is a board member of the NSU Athletic Council. John is a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and past executive director for the Natchitoches Jazz R&B Festival. He helped establish the local “Toys for Tots” nonprofit charity “MASH,” Make a Smile Happen. His hobbies include hunting, playing golf, and traveling. He is a member of the First United Methodist Church. John has been in the Krewe for 25 years and served as Duke in 2014 and 2017. He is married to the former Kristen Felchle, and they are the parents of three children, John Aiden, Addison Elizabeth, and Avery Elise.
Anderson Paige Kelly is the daughter of Krewe Member and Mrs. Keenan Kirk Kelly and will be presented by her father. She is the granddaughter of the late Worster Anderson, the late Joyce Anderson, Trudie Anderson, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gene Kelly. She is a senior at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts. Andi currently serves as an LSMSA Ambassador and is a member of the lead council for the LSMSA Athletic Council. She is a member of the National Honor Society. Andi was selected and served as a Christmas Belle. She has been honored as a Rotary Club Student of the Month. Andi has been presented on previous Krewe Courts as a Princess and Lady in Waiting. She has served as a Herald and Usher of the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival Court. Andi plans to attend Louisiana State University majoring in Wildlife Biology/Animal Science.
Keenan Kirk Kelly is a partner with Kelly & Townsend, LLC. He graduated from Natchitoches Central High School and Northwestern State University. He graduated from Loyola University College of Law in New Orleans, LA. He is a member of the Natchitoches Agitators Club, Natchitoches Bar Association, Louisiana State Bar House of Delegates, Board of Governors, and Chair of the Legislative Committee. He is a member of the Natchitoches Central Booster Club and a board member of the Demons Unlimited Foundation. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Keenan served as the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival King in 2017. He has been a member of the Krewe for 29 years and has served as a Duke and Captain. He is married to the former Jennifer Anderson, and they are the parents of Brandon Kyle and Anderson Paige. They also have one grandchild, Blaze Allen Kelly.
Campbell Cross Morrow is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Clinton Perot III. She will be presented by Krewe Member Aaron David Johnson. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Ewing Cross and Mr. and Mrs. Felix Clinton Perot, Jr. Campbell is a senior at Natchitoches Central High School where she is a member of National Honor Society. She was selected and served as a Christmas Belle. Campbell is the NCHS Varsity Volleyball Captain. She was named 1st Team All-Regional, 1st Team All-District, and District Defensive Player of the Year for two years. She is a member of the NCHS Golf Team and a three-time regional qualifier. Campbell is a member of First Baptist Church and is employed by Move Sports Clinic. She plans to attend Louisiana State University majoring in Mass Communications with a minor in Business.
Aaron David Johnson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones. He graduated from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He enjoys hunting. A.J. is married to the former Lisa Vienne and they are the parents of four children, Luke Aaron, Tucker Daniel, Caroline Elizabeth, and Anna Katherine.
Finley Grace O’Con is the daughter of Dr. Charles David O’Con and Dr. Katrina Vice O’Con. She will be presented by Krewe Member Justin Corwyn Aldredge. She is the granddaughter of Mr. John David Vice and the late Mrs. Vice and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cleveland O’Con. Finley is a senior at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts where she is a member of National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars, and a founding member and the current vice president of the LSMSA 4-H Club. She is a member of the Natchitoches Parish 4-H Club, Medical Explorer’s Club and Animal Welfare Club. She is a member of Calico Belles and is on the St. Pat’s Dance Committee. Finley served as an usher for the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival Court. She is a member of the Social Media team at LSMSA and does volunteer service at NSU Elementary Lab School. Finley works in the summer at Anderson’s Produce and Plant Farm and volunteers at the hospital. She is set to earn her Associate Degree in General Studies through Dual Enrollment at NSU in Summer 2025. Finley plans to attend Southern Methodist University majoring in Biology with an emphasis in Pre-Medical with a minor in Biomedical Anthropology.
Justin Corwyn Aldredge is a business broker with Sunbelt Business Brokers. He graduated from Cedar Creek High School and Northwestern State University. Justin is a member of the N-Club and is involved with the Demon Brothers’ Organization. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and all sports. He has been a member of the Krewe for five years. He and his wife, Anastasia (Stacey) have one daughter, Finnley Jo.
Ainsley Catherine Weeks is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Peyton Weeks. She will be presented by Krewe Member Abraham Philip Ackel. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Edgar Franks, Mr. William Thomas Weeks, and Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Wade Maness. Ainsley is currently a senior at Natchitoches Central High School. She is a member of the NCHS Volleyball Team and was named 1st Team All-District her junior and senior years. She was the Volleyball District Player of the Year her senior year, and was named to the All-Area Volleyball Team her junior and senior years. She is a member of Beta Club, National Honor Society where she currently serves as vice president, Chief Council where she currently serves as secretary, and the Summer Dance Committee. Ainsley has been on the Principal’s List all four years. She plans to attend Louisiana State University majoring in Accounting.
Abraham Philip Ackel is a Farm Bureau Agent. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and spending time with family. Abe has been a member of the Krewe for three years. He and his wife, Kaylee, have one son, Elijah Lewis.
