It was a special day on May 17th at the Jackson Parish Council on Aging (JPCOA), Robert Riddle Senior Center in Jonesboro, as a new keyboard was dedicated to the memory of Mr. John Townley.

With wife Bonnie on hand along with family members, Drew Cruse, grandson of John Townley, placed the memory plague on the keyboard. As part of the celebration, Charlie Thomas played several of John’s favorite songs to the crowds enjoyment. 

The administration and staff of the JPCOA would like to thank the Townley family for their generous donation. 

Older American Month Celebrated by JPCOA

Older American Month was recognized this past week  with a spotlight being shined on the Senior Center ‘s most seasoned members, aged 90 & over above, for their energetic involvement.

Being honored was Mr. Esther Knox, Mrs. Julia Martin, Mrs. Flossie Blackburn, Mr. Hank Lowery, Mr. Jimmy Springfield, Mr. Billy Peters & (Chatham member) Mr. Maurice Stuckey.

Seniors had a beautiful surprise as Jonesboro Hodge High School Band kicked off
the celebration at Senior Center. Seniors enjoyed the fun day with fish & shrimp cooked by Avery Seafood in Minden & winning wonderful door prizes donated by several businesses.

The administration would like to thank Jonesboro State bank, Jackson Parish Bank, Barksdale Federal Credit Union, Catfish Inn, Jay Mallard Ford, Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home, The Tattered Rose, JoJo’s Wash World, Always Eva Flowers, Kaye’s Designs, Ezra Smith Garage, Salty Brahma, Parker Paper, Miriam’s Furniture, Amy Tippen, Auto Zone, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Napa (Winnfield) Pardue Builders & United Homecare for their generosity.

Being honored was Mr. Esther Knox, Mrs. Julia Martin, Mrs. Flossie Blackburn, Mr. Hank Lowery, Mr. Jimmy Springfield, Mr. Billy Peters & (Chatham member) Mr. Maurice Stuckey.