About the Kings Club
Organized in 1973, the Krewe of Tchefuncte grew out of a love for the Tchefuncte River and the traditions and history of the Town of Madisonville. The Krewe celebrates maritime life on the historic river, located on LA-Hwy 22 between Mandeville and Ponchatoula. Founded in 1817, the town is one of the oldest communities in Louisiana and is the oldest permanent settlement in St. Tammany Parish.
The Kings Club consists of former Kings and is a valuable resource for The Krewe of Tchefuncte. The former Kings work with the Krewe to choose the King for Mardi Gras season. They provide valuable help and resources to get the Ball and the Parade organized and host the Annual Kings Club dinner for the new King of the Krewe.
Past Kings
2023
2022 Tim Bounds
2021 Cancelled due to Covid 19
2020 Blake Pennington
2019 David R. Cooper
2018 Rodney Keys, Jr.
2017 George "Buddy" Pennington
2016 Frederick J. Badon, Sr.
2015 Dr. Charles B. Foy, Jr.
2014 David T. Stein
2013 Lloyd "Bubbie" Ostendorf
2012 Myron A. Bourg
2011 Jerry J. Lange
2010 Richard A. Fields (Deceased)
2009 Christopher J. Hitzman
2008 Villemont J. Trepagnier, Jr.
2007 Joel C. Champagne
2006 Bubba Davenport (Deceased)
2005 Kenny McWilliams
2004 Herbert R. Alexander, Jr.
2003 Douglas K. Gardner (Deceased)
2002 E. Roland Morris
2001 Jean P. Pelloat
2000 Joseph S. Koepp (Deceased)
1999 L.P. Ostendorf (Deceased)
1998 Ernest J. Cooper (Deceased)
1997 Floyd D. Glass (Deceased)
