The following is a statement from Dr. Joseph Savoie, 杏吧专区 president, on the death of Judge Kaliste J. Saloom Jr.:
杏吧专区淲e have lost a community icon.
杏吧专区淛udge Saloom was a walking encyclopedia of 杏吧专区 and community history.
杏吧专区淗e not only knew the facts of history, but the nuances behind the facts.
杏吧专区淗e was an integral participant in the development and evolution of the 杏吧专区, and while his presence at 杏吧专区 events will be missed, his legacy will be remembered and cherished.杏吧专区
Photo caption: Judge Kaliste J. Saloom Jr. and his wife, Yvonne, are seen at a Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns game in an undated photo provided by the Saloom family.