For Women’s History Month, Officer Carolyn Baker-Marzette will be honored at the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center on Thursday, March 27 from 5pm to 7pm.
Mrs. Baker-Marzette was the first full-time female Police Officer employed at the Opelousas Police Department. Sponsored by the Opelousas Police Department, refreshments will be served.
ABOUT OFFICER CAROLYN BAKER-MARZETTE
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Carolyn Baker was born and raised in the close-knit community of Plaisance, Louisiana. Baker has lived a life defined by service, resilience, and unwavering dedication to Opelousas. After graduating high school, she answered the call to serve her country by enlisting in the United States Air Force. In the military, she traveled the world, expanding her perspective and reinforcing the values of discipline, leadership, and integrity that would guide her throughout her career.
Following her service, Baker built a diverse professional background, working for the United States Postal Service and Boeing, among other organizations. Although Carolyn lived in various states throughout her life, Opelousas remained home. Carolyn's deep-rooted love for the city and its people drew her back, and ultimately led her to her true calling. She broke barriers as the first female police officer of the City of Opelousas. Throughout her remarkable career, she paved the way for future generations of women in law enforcement. Baker was trusted presence in the neighborhoods she served.
Officer Carolyn Baker-Marzette formed lifelong relationships with local business owners, ensuring that law enforcement was not just about protection, but also about partnership. Officer Baker-Marzatte served as a role model to the community, and to her three children, David, Daryl, and Chaneita; they all followed in her footsteps, living lives of service to their respective fields and communities.
Officer Carolyn Baker-Marzette is a pioneer in law enforcement, and a pillar of strength, service, and inspiration for generations to come.
