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SENATE CONCURRENT RESOL UTION NO. 62
BY SENATOR SEABAUGH
A CONCURRENT RESOL UTION
To commend and congratulate Mr. Chris Paige on his retirement from the Natchitoches
Regional Medical Center.
WHEREAS, born on November 7, 1957, Chris Paige has exemplified dedication,
service, and excellence throughout his illustrious career and community involvement; and
WHEREAS, a proud graduate of Natchitoches Central High School in 1975, Chris
Paige attended Grambling State University and earned his certification in respiratory
therapy; and
WHEREAS, Chris Paige's commitment to healthcare began in 1980 when he
commenced his career in Emergency Medical Services at the Natchitoches Parish Hospital
and subsequently serving as a Respiratory Therapist at the Natchitoches Regional Medical
Center (NRMC) for an impressive 35 years, where he provided exemplary care to countless
patients; and
WHEREAS, as the first African American Respiratory Therapist at the Natchitoches
Parish Hospital, Chris Paige broke barriers and set a standard of excellence in his field,
including his remarkable contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020-2021, where
he selflessly worked to save lives in the face of great personal risk; and
WHEREAS, over his 44-year tenure at the Natchitoches Parish Hospital/NRMC,
Chris Paige has earned the admiration and gratitude of his colleagues and patients, assisting
numerous cases of cardiopulmonary arrests and codes, and providing dedicated service to
COVID patients; and
WHEREAS, Chris Paige's contributions extend beyond his professional endeavors,
as he has been an active and engaged member of his community, serving as a Natchitoches
Parish Police Juror/Parish Councilman for thirty years, serving on the Board of Governors
of the Louisiana Civil Service League, as Commissioner of the Natchitoches Parish 911
Board, and as President of the Breda Town Cemetery Committee; and
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WHEREAS, Chris Paige's commitment to his family, faith, and community is evident
through his marriage to Mary Katherine LaCour Paige; his children Aja, Jaharrah, Chris Jr.,
and Matthew; his lifelong membership at First Baptist Church on North Street in
Natchitoches; and his service as a Natchitoches Parish Police Juror/Parish Councilman.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
commend and congratulate Chris Paige on his retirement from the Natchitoches Regional
Medical Center.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Chris
Paige.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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