Folse went to the hospital for treatment for smoke inhalation. All the deputies involved nominated Cpl. Folse for this award. Michael J. Folse is the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Department's Deputy of the Year for 1999 and the recipient of the department's Medal for Valor. Deputy Wayne Joseph T here is no greater loss than that of a loved one.
Life forever changes among family members and friends in the wake of a death.
Sometimes, though, even in the midst of the most chilling tragedies, a ray of light can be found. Neighbors saw the smoke, and immediately called 911 to report the fire. Deputy Wayne Joseph was patrolling Paul Mallard Road that Sunday. A couple of minutes prior to the call, he had passed the house. At that time, there were no signs for alarm.