Louisiana Attakapas Eagle Tribe
About Louisiana Eagle Tribe
Principal Chief:
Jed is a lifetime resident of the Lake area. He has been living in the Manchester settlement for the past 20 years. He has four children. He has been the owner/operator of Duhon Roofing Company since 1982. Jed is a descendent of Cyprien Duhon (Cukuhu-1) and Henry Mermentau. All family members have been supporters of their Native American Culture & Heritage. They enjoy all of the festivals, gatherings and Powwow events
Council Secretary Member :
Carlene Richard Robinson I am the secretary for the Attakapas Eagle Tribe. I am from Elton, La. I am married to Clinton Wayne Robinson. He is From the Coushatta Tribe of La. We have been married for 30 yrs. We have 6 children, 18 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. I love spending time with my family & friends. I Love playing with all my grandchildren. I also like going to festivals, Powwow to show & sell my Beadwork I bead necklace, earrings, bracelets, lanyard, etc. I have been beading for the last 30 yrs.
Council Member:
Martha Abshire LeJeune of The Eagle Tribe, needs no introduction to anyone locally involed in Indian Affairs. Raised in Cameron, Sweetlake and Elton Area. She now resides in Elton with her husband Gordon and their four children. Martha has spent countless hours assisting with Genealogy and Native American family connections for several years. She also has produced most of the colorful regalia and shawls for our members and is the dance coordinator for the tribal dancers. She also shrimp and oyster for a living. Her Native American roots comes from several areas of the Attakapas District. Family names of Lebleu, O'blanc (LeBlanc) and Leger are her families.
CouncilMember :
Charlotte Bernard Landry was born in the Prien Lake Area and now reside with her huband David near Dequincy Louisiana where they have a cattle operation, bale hay and have all kinds of livestock. Her and David worked many years through local 861 where David remains today as an electrician. She is a descendant of Cyprien Duhon and Elise Benoit. She looks foward to proudly serving her people and the Native American community.
CouncilMember :
Theophile Janice
CouncilMember :
Leroy Abshire
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5201 Lane Rd.
Iowa, La. 70647