The Village of Moreauville, Mayor, and Council have announced Carla Desselle Juneau as the 2025 Grand Marshal for The Annual Christmas Parade. Carla is an asset to the community and is always willing to give an helping hand when needed.
Carla Desselle Juneau is a lifelong resident of Moreauville, having lived there for 62 years. Born in August 1961 to Anthony and Florence Desselle, she was raised on Couvillion Street as one of four children. At the age of six, she began working in the fields, assisting her father, and by 12, she was operating a tractor to open water drains. Her mother taught her various skills, including sewing, cooking, gardening, furniture restoration, and crafting. After graduating from St. Joseph High School in Plaucheville, Carla moved to Lafayette, where she received training in floristry and retail sales. In 1981, at 19, she returned to Moreauville and established Carla’s Florist and Nursery beside her parents’ home. With a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, she expanded her business in 1983, purchasing land on Highway 1. Her business philosophy emphasized honesty, hard work, friendliness, and dedication to local customers.
In 1992, Carla’s daughter, Amber, was born, and she became the center of her life. Although Carla sold her business in 1996, her customers encouraged her to continue, leading her to open ‘My Little Greenhouse’ at her home in 1998. Carla served as Alderman for four years, beginning in 2002, and simultaneously held a position on the parish’s economic development board. She was also a member of the Sacred Heart School board and organized the school fair for five years. In 2019, Carla’s daughter and son-in-law moved into her backyard, and she eventually transferred ownership of the business to them due to health issues. Carla remains actively involved in the nursery and florist business.
Carla is a member of the Ladies Altar Society at Sacred Heart Church and was recently nominated as vice president. Carla joined the Krewe Des Mesdames in Avoyelles in 2023 and thoroughly enjoys her participation. As a country girl at heart, Carla delights in spending time with her grandchildren, cooking, working in her yard, and relaxing at the family camp. She is grateful for her loving family, her strong work ethic, and her ability to connect with people. Carla feels honored, proud, and grateful to be selected as the Grand Marshal for the Village of Moreauville.