Meet the Crew
Superior is about 30 people in crews of two or three, family-owned since 1998. Here is everyone, from the person who answers the phone to the painters on the ladder.
- Fully insured
- BBB A+
- Voted Best Residential Painter 2023, 2024, 2025
The people who run the jobs
Gerard La Mothe Jr.
President
With Superior since 1998
Gerard started the company in 1998 and brought his father in as a partner. He lives in Tallahassee. He still walks estimates and still answers questions on the Ask Gerard page. Reviewers remember him for it.
"... Gerard surveyed the job, provided the quote and acted as our guide ..."
Gerard "Sarge" La Mothe Sr.
Vice President
With Superior since 1998
Sarge brings a wealth of experience to Superior Painting as its Vice President. A former Army National Guard member and volunteer firefighter, he is deeply committed to service and community. He is family oriented and is a proud grandfather. Sarge enjoys spending his free time cooking on the weekends and making candles, a hobby he's grown passionate about.
Marshall Parker
Vice President, Estimator
With Superior since 2014
Marshall has been with Superior since 2014 and is a core leader within Superior Painting. Originally from Tampa, Marshall has lived in Tallahassee for more than a decade. Outside of work, Marshall enjoys golfing and spending time with his family. He is family‑oriented and proud of his daughter and son, who are currently attending FSU and FAMU. As the Vice President of Superior, Marshall plays a vital role in daily operations, serving as both a supervisor and project manager while supporting multiple areas of the business.
"Marshall is a very knowledgeable estimator..."
Ceylon Hunt
Production Manager
With Superior since 2019
Ceylon has been a valued member of Superior since 2019 and currently serves as the Production Manager. Known for his personable nature, he is highly social, family‑oriented, and enjoys children. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, Ceylon brings a strong background in contracting and previously held a supervisory role at a distribution company. He is detail‑oriented, diligent, and consistently demonstrates a high level of commitment to his work. Outside of work, Ceylon loves bowling and exercising.
Olivia N. Rountree
Office Manager
With Superior since 2021
Call 850-297-1882 and Olivia is usually the person who picks up.
Olivia has served as the Office Manager at Superior since 2021. Born in the small town of Thomasville, she has called Tallahassee home for the past twelve years. Olivia is well‑rounded, with experience as a babysitter, as well as roles at The Wharf and in operations at the DMV. She enjoys sketching in her free time and loves spending time with her two dogs, Sherwin Williams and Daisy.
"She's a gem."
Collene
Painter and crew lead
With Superior since 2001
Collene has been with Superior since 2001. Gerard says: "She's a fantastic painter. She works great ... with the customers." The reviews back him up.
"Having used Superior Painting several times over the 20 years we've owned our home ... this most-recent time Colleen and Faith went above and beyond ..."
The painters
Your crew comes from this group. Where a customer named one of them in a review, that review sits under the card.
Ben Cronin
Painter
With Superior since 2014
Ben has been with Superior Painting since 2014 and has been in the painting industry since his very first job in high school. He is skilled in a wide range of painting techniques and is especially known for his expertise in painting and refinishing cabinets. Navy blue is his favorite cabinet color to work with. One of his most memorable projects was painting the Donald Tucker Center. Outside of work, Ben enjoys deer hunting, offshore fishing, and playing video games. He values time spent outdoors and on the water.
Zachary "Zach" Dizillo
Painter
With Superior since 2020
Zach has been with Superior Painting since 2020 and is a proud father to his one year old daughter and five year old son. He holds a degree in Fine Arts and has worked in irrigation, car sales, and several customer service roles, giving him a well‑rounded background. He enjoys exterior painting and often gravitates toward sage green with a gray undertone as his go‑to color for homes. Outside of work, Zach enjoys sports, Star Wars, and Pokémon, and he loves spending time with his kids. He's a big family‑focused guy and values being present with them.
"... Recently, Zach and crew painted the ceilings in our home. They completed the job within the estimated time with great results..."
Jessica "Jess" Turck
Painter
With Superior since 2022
Jess has been part of the Superior team since 2022. She was born in Titusville and also has lived in Wisconsin and New York. She enjoys interior painting and brings a thoughtful, detail‑oriented approach to every project. Before joining Superior Painting, Jess worked as a veterinary technician. Outside of work, Jess loves paddleboarding on the Wakulla River, one of her favorite ways to enjoy Florida's natural beauty. She has four sisters and especially enjoys the Florida fall season for its cool, crisp weather.
"... Jess, Sherry and Jac did an amazing job moving furniture, repairing damaged areas and painting my entire home with care. A big shout out to Jess for her leadership in getting the job done."
Tony Wilson
Painter
With Superior since 2022
Tony Wilson has been a valued member of the Superior team since 2022. Known for his exceptional attention to detail, Tony takes pride in the preparation process and believes that great results start with thorough wall prepwork. Outside of work, Tony enjoys freshwater fishing and watching his favorite football teams, including Florida State football and the Jacksonville Jaguars. A proud father of seven sons and three daughters, Tony also loves spending time with his grandchildren. Born in Tallahassee and raised throughout Florida, Tony proudly considers Tallahassee his home. As he puts it, "Tallahassee will always be home." His go‑to color recommendation is Repose Gray for its timeless, versatile look.
Deon "DJ" Rodgers
Painter
With Superior since 2024
DJ has been part of the Superior team since 2024 and has been involved in the painting industry since high school. As the oldest and only son in a family full of sisters, he learned responsibility and leadership early on. Born in the Bahamas and raised in Tallahassee, DJ brings a unique blend of cultural roots and hometown pride to his work. Outside of painting, DJ enjoys cooking, watching Chicago Bulls basketball, and staying active through sports. His passion for both craftsmanship and teamwork shows in every project he completes.
"... Mike, the pressure washing guy and my painters, DJ and Jac were thorough and professional. Lots of painters out there, but DJ and Jac show you what guys who 'want' to do a good job are like..."
Jacque'west Bell
Painter
With Superior since 2025
Jacque has been with Superior since 2025 and is a proud Florida State graduate and die-hard FSU fan. He has been painting for many years, beginning his career working alongside his brother. He has a three year old son and comes from a large family with two brothers and two sisters. Outside of work, he enjoys photography, videography, fishing, attending football games, and spending time outdoors. He has a deep appreciation for art and loves capturing nature and cars, through his camera. Jacques values the strong sense of camaraderie within the Superior team.
Austin Maige
Painter
With Superior since 2026
Austin has been with Superior since 2026 and specializes in exterior painting. He discovered his passion for painting while working in one of his previous roles before joining the team. Austin enjoys the outdoors, especially kayaking, and has one sister. A standout moment in his career was his first time wearing a harness while painting at a high elevation. Austin appreciates the positive environment at Superior and never takes it for granted.
Brady Badeau
Painter
With Superior since 2026
Brady joined the Superior team in 2026. A Tallahassee native, he enjoys watching NFL football, playing golf, and spending time gaming. He has always had a love for painting and previously worked as a cook. Brady especially enjoys exterior painting, and one of his most memorable projects was painting on the roof of TMH near the helicopter pad.
Marlon K. Wyche
Painter
With Superior since 2026
Marlon joined the Superior team in 2026 and brings a strong work ethic shaped by his previous experience at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Born and raised in Tallahassee, he takes pride in serving the community he calls home. In his free time, Marlon enjoys watching Florida State football and cheering on his grandson at flag football games. One of the most unexpected projects Marlon has tackled was painting a large chicken coop. His go‑to house color recommendation is classic white for its clean, timeless look.
Brody J. Demoss
Donna D. Smith
"... Donna and Lisa spent a few days recently going over every inch of our facility to ensure every touch up, patchwork, and edge were perfect..."
Fred Terilus
Originally from Haiti, he grew up in West Palm Beach and brings valuable experience from his previous role as a manager at Sherwin-Williams. His go‑to color recommendations are Alabaster and On the Rocks. Fred enjoys giving back to nature, and gardening is one of his favorite hobbies, and loves growing passionfruit, guava, and tomatoes. He comes from a large family of eight siblings, including five brothers and three sisters.
Hilmer "Day" Crawford
"I have used Superior Painting for at least 20 years for various projects in my home and they never have disappointed. On a recent job, Faith and Day repaired all the cracks that resulted from settling and then painted all the walls..."
Kevan Ferrell
Lisa Hines
"We used Superior Painting for our offices. Lisa and Donna did a fantastic job. They were professional, punctual, excellent painters and a joy to work with..."
Michael "Mikey" Maynard
Painter
Mikey has been connected to Superior throughout his life and brings a versatile skill set to the team. In addition to his painting experience, he has worked in both the welding and HVAC industries. Born in Tallahassee and raised in Atlanta, Mikey brings a mix of hometown roots and city experience. His favorite color to paint is purple, and outside of work he enjoys gaming as one of his main hobbies.
"... Colleen and Mikey were incredible with all the interior walls and molding while Day and Sharon took care of the exterior! ..."
Rontarius Pendleton
Sharon Blount
Painter
Sharon brings many years of experience in the painting industry, known for her steady craftsmanship and attention to detail. Raised in Cairo, Georgia, Sharon values family deeply and is proud to have a grown daughter and three grandchildren. She has a strong love for the outdoors, often spending her free time hiking. One of her favorite outdoor spots is Providence Canyon, located just a few hours from the Tallahassee area. Among the many projects Sharon has completed, one of the most memorable projects was a home featuring fourteen different paint colors.
"Jess and Sharon were so pleasant to have in our home as they painted most of the interior. If I had a concern or question they were always happy to address it. Even climbing up into the skylights to paint some unfinished trim..."
Victoria Concepcion
William Wuschke
Reviewers also thank Faith, Sherry, Triston, Jac, Arelli, Keldrick, Marlin and Edward by name. More of those are on the reviews page.
Before the first day
Every painter on this page is a Superior employee. Before your job starts, you get the names and faces of the crew coming to your house. Worked with one of them before and want them back? Say so when you book.
When you ask for an estimate, Marshall or Gerard walks the job with you and you get a written quote. For what the first morning looks like, read getting ready for your painters.
Get your free estimate
Tell us about the job. One of our estimators will get back to you within one business day and come out to look at it in person.