2004 Peoples Health Champions

At age 76, Dr. Gerald Berenson published a companion textbook to his Health Ahead/Heart Smart program, expanding his mission to teach children lifelong heart health.

At age 76, Monsignor Alvin O’Reilly restored the historic St. Mary’s Church, reviving a cherished spiritual and cultural landmark in New Orleans.

At age 67, Dr. G. Jeannette Hodge opened the Media Training Center at BAND, empowering students to explore film production and the entertainment industry.

At age 75, Mark Oncale bicycled 4,200 miles across the U.S., from Seattle to Boston, proving that age is no barrier to endurance and adventure.

At age 77, Joseph Cohen helped modernize a struggling Polish manufacturing firm, sharing his business expertise to support global economic growth.

At age 74, Revius Ortique, Jr. was appointed by President Clinton as an Alternate U.S. Delegate to the United Nations General Assembly.

At age 70, Charles Teamer, Sr. became President of the World Trade Center of New Orleans, strengthening the city’s global business connections.

At age 71, Ken Molony, Sr. founded D.A.W.N.—Disabled Adults With Needs—to enrich the lives of mentally challenged adults through advocacy and support.

At age 73, Pearl Meltzer made her musical theatre debut as an actress, singer, and dancer in 70, Girls, 70 at the Fine Arts Center in New Orleans.

At age 75, Clara “Freddie” Pincus created a hurricane evacuation plan for nursing home residents, later adopted into Louisiana’s official disaster response.