The Mystic Krewe de Saint Denis presented Maids and Dukes during the 48th Tableau & Ball in February at the Natchitoches Events Center.
The Maids and Dukes to be presented include:
Ehren Adair Guidroz is the daughter of Krewe Member and Mrs. Elliot Ehren Guidroz. She will be presented by her father. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Adams and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Guidroz. Ehren is a senior at Natchitoches Central High School where she is a member of National Honor Society, a Chief Council Leader, and has been on the Principal’s List. She was awarded Volleyball Division II Offensive MVP and Softball Division I First Team All-District.
Elliot Ehren Guidroz owns Guidroz Insurance Agency and graduated from NSU. He is a member of Natchitoches Jaycees and is an assistant baseball coach at NSU Middle Lab. He has been a member of the Krewe for five years and served as a Knight in 2001. Elliot is married to the former Maghan Adams, and they have two children, Ehren Adair and Myles Richard.
Ella Camille Hardee is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kelly Hardee III. She is the granddaughter of Ms. Camille Cedars LaCaze, Mr. and Mrs. Kavin LaCaze, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kelly Hardee Jr. Ella is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where she is a member of BETA Club, FBLA, National Honor Society, and Student Council. She is a four-year member of the St. Mary’s Cheer Team and currently serves as Co-Captain. She is also a Natchitoches Christmas Belle. Her Duke will be Krewe Member John Chadwick Methvin.
John Chadwick Methvin owns Glory Island Farms in Natchitoches Parish. He graduated from LSU. He has served as Captain of the Ball. Chad is married to the former Jamie Tubre and they have three children Hudson Mead, Chloe Yvonne, and Heath Maddox.
Elizabeth Jane Meadows is the daughter of Mrs. Heather Foshee Meadows and the late Mr. Gary Curtis Meadows. She is the granddaughter of Mr. Paul Lee Foshee Jr. and the late Mrs. Foshee, and the late Mr. and Mrs. James Deforest Meadows Sr. Elizabeth is a senior at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts. She is president of the Animal Welfare Club and Vice President of the Art Club. Her Duke will be Krewe Member Gregory Scott Burke.
Gregory Scott Burke served as the NSU Director of Athletics from 1996-2022. He now works with the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Foundation. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Mount Union and his master’s degree from Kent State University. Greg is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, Knights of Columbus, Natchitoches Jazz Fest/R & B Committee, NSU N-Club Hall of Fame Committee, and NSU Beacon Society. He is a board member of FLASH (Friend of Louisiana Sports and History). Greg is a member of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. He has been a member of the Krewe for 34 years and has served previously as a Duke three times. He is married to the former Susan Ellen Williamson, and they are the parents of a daughter, Catherine Jean Faucheaux and the grandparents of Madeline Jean Faucheaux.
Hayden Grace Sellers is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Martel Stephens. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Calvin Breedlove and Mr. and Mrs. John Mayer. Hayden is a senior at Natchitoches Central High School where she has been on the Principal’s List since 9th grade. She is a member of FFA, Chief Council, and National Honor Society. Hayden is also a member of the Texas High School Rodeo Association Region V. She enjoys barrel racing and rodeos. Her Duke will be Krewe Member John Ernest Ackel.
John Ernest Ackel is the President/CEO of City Bank & Trust Company. He is a graduate of NSU and the LSU Banking School of the South. John serves as a board member of City Bank & Trust Company and the Louisiana Bankers Association. He is a member of Kiwanis and Rotary. He is also a member of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. He has been a member of the Krewe for 23 years and previously served as Duke and Captain. John is married to the former Donna Hill, and they are the parents of Hillary Ackel Bodden and Madison Ackel Mullen. They are the grandparents of John Luke Bodden, Benjamin David Bodden, and Merritt Claire Mullen.
Jenna Claire Sklar is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Paul Sklar. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayne Colston and the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis Edward Sklar Jr. Jenna is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where she has been on the honor roll for four years. She is a member of Student Council, BETA Club, FBLA, National Honor Society, and the Softball and Volleyball teams. She was the St. Mary’s Homecoming Queen and received the Masonic Honesty and Integrity award. Her Duke will be Krewe Member Trenton Daniel Methvin.
Trenton Daniel Methvin owns Glory Island Farms in Natchitoches Parish. Trent is married to the former Ashley Jones and they are the parents of Roslyn McCall and Emmitt Cahill.
2026 Mystic Krewe de St. Denis Knights
The Mystic Krewe de St. Denis presented Knights during the 48th Tableau & Ball at the Natchitoches Events Center.
Cameron Reed Ball is the son of Krewe Member and Mrs. William Arthur Ball Jr. He is the grandson of Dr. William Clarence Risinger Jr., Mrs. Sherry Reed Burleigh, and Mr. and Mrs. William Arthur Ball Sr. Cameron is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where he is a member of BETA Club, Student Council, National Honor Society, and the Golf Team. He has won many awards at the district and state literary rally levels, as well as in FBLA and BETA. He is a volunteer at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center and the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Beau Thomas Broussard is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Herbert Broussard Jr. He is the grandson of Krewe Member and Mrs. Thomas Gary Melder and the late Mr. and Mrs. David Herbert Broussard Sr. Beau is a senior at Holy Savior Menard where he is a member of BETA Club, Menard Apostles of Christ Team, the Football Team, and Key Club. He has been on the honor roll and serves as a student ambassador. He is a certified lifeguard and is a counselor at Buddy Camp.
Briggs David Broussard is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Herbert Broussard Jr. He is the grandson of Krewe Member and Mrs. Thomas Gary Melder and the late Mr. and Mrs. David Herbert Broussard Sr. Briggs is a senior at Holy Savior Menard. He is a member of BETA Club, Menard Apostles for Christ Team, the Football Team, and Key Club. Briggs serves as a student ambassador and has been on the honor roll. He received the Rising Eagle Award. He is a counselor at Buddy Camp.
Jackson Peace Godfrey is the son of Krewe Member and Mrs. John Phillips Godfrey IV. He is the grandson of Krewe Member and Mrs. Steve Armster McCain Sr. and Mrs. John Peace Godfrey and the late Mr. Godfrey. Jackson is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where he is a member of FBLA and the Pro-Life Club. He serves on the Mayor’s Youth Council. He is also a member of the Varsity Tennis Team. Jackson received the Bishop Martin Award and the Masonic Honesty and Integrity award.
Henry Albert Guillet is the son of Krewe Member and Mrs. John Christopher Guillet. He is the grandson of Ms. Katherine Webster Jett, Mrs. Lou Horton Martin, the late Mr. Gloyd Martin, and the late Mr. John Barry Guillet. Henry is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where he is a member of the Varsity Golf Team, FBLA, and BETA Club. He has participated with Football, Cross Country, and the Mayor’s Youth Council.
Tucker Daniel Johnson is the son of Krewe Member and Mrs. Aaron David Johnson. He is the grandson of Mrs. Charles Dwight Vienne Sr. and the late Mr. Vienne, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Allen Johnson. Tucker is a senior at St. Mary’s Catholic School where he is a member of FBLA and BETA Club. He is a member of the Football and Baseball Teams and is the Senior Class Vice President.
John Gabriel McCain is the son of Mr. Steve Armster McCain Jr. and Dr. and Mrs. Patrick Daniel Murray. He is the grandson of Krewe Member and Mrs. Steve Armster McCain Sr. and Dr. and Mrs. John Max Emanuel. Gabriel is a senior at Pleasant Grove Independent School District in Texarkana, TX. He is a member of the Varsity Tennis Team and is ranked nine out of 156. He was on the Varsity Texas 4A State Tennis Team, which was the first state team in the history of the school. Gabriel has received the Rotary Service Award, Computer III Award, and has been on the A/B Honor Roll for four years.
2026 Mystic Krewe de St. Denis King, Queen, Captain, & Belle
The Mystic Krewe de St. Denis presented royalty during its 48th Tableau & Ball. Reigning as King was Mr. Richard Brant Armstrong and as Queen was Miss Ainsley Claire Armstrong. Serving as Captain was Mr. Fred Sconyers “Scott” Gahagan, Jr. and as Belle was Mrs. Karen Carr Townsend.
Mr. Armstrong is the founder and president of TRACE Reliability. He graduated from Northwestern State University. Richard is a member of the Natchitoches Agitators Club, Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, ACTS, and the Natchitoches Parish Shooting Range. He is on the Kappa Sigma Theta Mu chapter house corporation, currently serving as secretary. He was a past alumni advisor of the Theta Mu chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. The family are members of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. His hobbies include traveling, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. Richard has been a member of the Krewe for seven 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.
Miss Armstrong is the daughter of Krewe Member and Mrs. Richard Brant Armstrong. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Bison and Mr. and Mrs. David Joel Armstrong. Ainsley is a freshman at Louisiana Tech University majoring in Speech and Language Pathology, where she is currently a member of the Tech Leadership Council. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School where she was named Miss SMS. She was presented as a Lady of the Court of the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival. She received the City of Natchitoches Mayor’s Award, American Legion Distinguished Student, as well as the Extra Mile Award and Mayor’s Athletic Leadership Award presented by the Natchitoches Leadership through Athletics Committee. Ainsley will work at Camp Ozark as a counselor this summer.
Mr. Gahagan is currently employed with Baker Hughs as a Deepwater Technical Specialist. He has previously served as a Duke for the Krewe. He is married to the former Jennifer Doyle, and they have two daughters, Tenley Marie and Hanna Ruth.
Mrs. Townsend is a graduate of Northwestern State University and is currently the Events and Services Coordinator at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts. Karen is a member of the Natchitoches Historic Foundation, P.E.O Chapter BK, Book Club, and the First United Methodist Church. She is a sustainer of the Service League of Natchitoches. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, exercising, playing Mah Jong, and spending time with family, especially her granddaughter.
Karen was a member of the first court for the Mystic Krewe de St. Denis as a Maid in 1978. She and her husband, William Lloyd Townsend III have been members for 35 years. She served as chair of the Balloon committee for 25 years and currently is a member of the Publicity and Packet Committee.
The Townsends are the parents of William Clayton Townsend and Anne Townsend Zeichner. They are the grandparents of Aubrey Anne Zeichner and Towns Benjamin Zeichner.
