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LA SR130
Resolution
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gerald Boudreaux
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AI Summary
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Expresses condolences from the Louisiana Senate upon the death of Sidney "Sid" Joseph Williams Jr. on February 2, 2025, at age 73
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Founded Elsido's Zydeco and Blues Club in Lafayette, which launched careers of artists including Zydeco Cha Chas, Lil Nathan and the Zydeco Big Timers, and Buckwheat Zydeco
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Led the Annual Thanksgiving Zydeco Food Drive for over 27 years, earning the Jefferson Award for Public Service
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Inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and performed as an accordionist in the 2024 Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, California
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Served on the Lafayette Parish Tourist Commission and owned Sid's One Stop in North Lafayette
Legislative Description
Honors the life and legacy of Sidney "Sid " Joseph Williams Jr. and his impact on Zydeco music, Creole heritage, and decades of service to the Truman community.
CONDOLENCES
Last Action
Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 5/30/2025.
6/1/2025