50 years of Excellence, 50 years of Brotherhood
Distinguished Service Society
The Gulf Coast Region proudly honors the brothers who have been inducted into the Distinguished Service Society. These distinguished men have demonstrated unwavering dedication to service and a profound commitment to uplifting the communities they represent.
Their contributions embody the highest ideals of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., serving as a powerful reminder of the purpose and responsibility embraced by every Sigma man. Through steadfast leadership, meaningful advocacy, and lasting impact, these brothers exemplify what it means to carry the mantle of service with pride and integrity.
The Region extends its deepest gratitude for their continued excellence and for living out the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service.
Johnny Vance (D)
Induction Year
1990
Chapter
Alpha Xi Sigma
Location
Shreveport, LA

Hon. Theoplis A. Woodard II
Induction Year
2002
Chapter
Alpha Beta Sigma
Location
Houston, Texas

Hon. Lynard Carter
Induction Year
2005
Chapter
Theta Beta Sigma
Location
New Orleans, LA

Kendall Beck (D)
Induction Year
2011
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas, Texas

Hon. Jerry W. Green
Induction Year
2004
Chapter
Theta Beta Sigma
Location
New Orleans, LA

Robert (Bobby) A. Madison Sr. (D)
Induction Year
2014
Chapter
Alpha Xi Sigma
Location
Shreveport, LA

Earl V. Gamble
Induction Year
2015
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas, Texas

Terence L. Parker
Induction Year
2018
Chapter
Beta Beta Sigma
Location
San Antonio, Texas

Theartis Ammons
Induction Year
2025
Chapter
Iota Mu Sigma
Location
Arlington, Texas

Hon. Paul L. Griffin Jr.
Induction Year
1993
Chapter
Alpha Beta Sigma
Location
Houston, Texas

Walter Roberson
Induction Year
2002
Chapter
Alpha Theta Sigma
Location
Fort Worth, Texas

Ben L. Cavil
Induction Year
2012
Chapter
Epsilon Kappas Sigma
Location
Texas City, Texas

James E. Smith Jr.
Induction Year
2010
Chapter
Beta Beta Sigma
Location
San Antonio, Texas

Michael Dade
Induction Year
2008
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas, Texas

Hon. Thomas E. Edwards
Induction Year
2014
Chapter
Alpha Xi Sigma
Location
Shreveport, LA

Kennedy Barnes
Induction Year
2016
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas, Texas

Charles M. Simpson Jr.
Induction Year
2021
Chapter
Theta Delta Sigma
Location
Killeen, Texas

Timothy L. McDaniel
Induction Year
2025
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Grand Prairie, Texas

Hon. Johnnie L. Young
Induction Year
1999
Chapter
Alpha Theta Sigma
Location
Fort Worth, Texas

Joseph Carter
Induction Year
2002
Chapter
Alpha Xi Sigma
Location
Shreveport, LA

Hon. Edwin Miles
Induction Year
2012
Chapter
Beta Beta Sigma
Location
San Antonio, Texas

Sherman L. Roberts
Induction Year
1999
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas, Texas

Reginald Tyiska
Induction Year
2013
Chapter
Alpha Zeta Sigma
Location
Tyler, Texas

John W. Barlow Jr.
Induction Year
2015
Chapter
Theta Mu Sigma
Location
Dallas , Texas

Hon. Reginald Sluch
Induction Year
2017
Chapter
Omicron Sigma
Location
North Dallas, Texas

Howard Redmond
Induction Year
2024
Chapter
Omicron Sigma
Location
North Dallas, Texas

Kevin N. Williams
Induction Year
2025
Chapter
Theta Delta Sigma
Location
Killeen, Texas
