OBITUARIES

Recent obituaries in Kaplan, Abbeville, and Gueydan Louisiana


The obituaries in the Kaplan, Abbeville, and Gueydan, Louisiana Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy.

Carrie T. Breaux

Carrie T. Breaux

Dec 2, 2025

Carrie T. Breaux, 93, born on December 26, 1931, who was a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at her home, leaving behind a legacy of love and culinary excellence. She was born and raised in Forked Island / Cow Island. Known fondly as Ms. Carrie and Maw Carrie, she touched the lives of many with her...

Zoe Perry

Zoe Perry

Dec 2, 2025

Zoe "Zula" Touchet Perry, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, at Naomi Heights Nursing Facility in Alexandria, LA. She was born on January 5, 1944, in Cow Island, LA, to Semar and Alix (Leblanc) Touchet.

Zula was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met. Prior to retiring, she worked as a...

Jessica Jean Perrin

Jessica Jean Perrin

Dec 2, 2025

A celebration of life honoring Jessica Jean Perrin who left us on December 2, 2025, will be held Friday, December 5, 2025 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9:00 AM until a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. A rosary will be prayed at 9:30 AM. Burial will follow at Our Lady of the...

Ella Mae LeMaire Mire

Ella Mae LeMaire Mire

Dec 1, 2025

Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 04, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Ella Mae LeMaire Mire, 90, who passed away on December 1, 2025, at Vermilion Heath Care Center. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary...

John "Wallace" Hebert

John "Wallace" Hebert

Nov 30, 2025

Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday December 03, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of John "Wallace" Hebert, 89, who passed away on November 30, 2025, at Vermilion Heath Care Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

A visitation will...

Jonathan Jones

Jonathan Jones

Nov 28, 2025

Jonathan Rajamanickam Jones, 64, died on November 28, 2025, at Abbeville General Hospital. Funeral services officiated by Pastor Nancy Wofford will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, December 03, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

 Jonathan was born on April 3, 1961, to Radha Ezekiel...

Keith Hargrave

Keith Hargrave

Nov 28, 2025

Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 02, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Keith Hargrave, 65, who passed away on November 28, 2025, at his residence surrounded by loved ones.

 He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Pallbearers will...

Deborah Volland Atchetee

Deborah Volland Atchetee

Nov 27, 2025

Abbeville --Funeral services officiated by Reverend Glenn Meaux will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, December 03, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Deborah Volland Atchetee, 69, who passed away on the evening of November 27, 2025. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Mausoleum . Serving as pallbearers will be Mickey Atchetee,...

Patricia Romero Barras

Patricia Romero Barras

Nov 25, 2025

A memorial service honoring the life of Patricia Romero Barras, 73, who passed away on November 25, 2025, will be held at a later date.

Patricia loved going to Bingo and playing cards. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

She is survived by her daughters, Vicky B. Campbell; and Kimberly G. Barras; grandchildren, Haley C. Trahan(spouse-Jaci Trahan), Logan J. Campbell,...

Murcy Hebert

Murcy Hebert

Nov 23, 2025

Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Murcy Hebert, 88, who passed away on November 23, 2025, at Vermilion Heath Care Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Serving as...

Ruby Simon Trahan

Ruby Simon Trahan

Nov 22, 2025

Abbeville-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday November 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM for Ruby Simon Trahan at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church with Reverend Matthew Barzare, officiating. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Mausoleum. The family request visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home 209 S. Saint Charles St. Abbeville, LA on...

Doris Sonnier Duhon

Doris Sonnier Duhon

Nov 20, 2025

ABBEVILLE—A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in honor of Doris Sonnier Duhon, who passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the remarkable age of 105. The Mass will take place at 2:00 PM on Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, officiated by Reverend Daniel Picard. Prior to the Mass, a visitation will occur...

Gerald Lee LeMaire

Gerald Lee LeMaire

Nov 15, 2025

Gerald Lee LeMaire, 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his residence in Cow Island, La. Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. He will be laid to rest at LeMaire Cemetery.

Gerald was an avid sports fan....

Arthurine McDaniel Sirmon

Arthurine McDaniel Sirmon

Nov 14, 2025

Abbeville-- Funeral services officiated by Reverend Cynthia Luquette will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Abbeville United Methodist Church honoring the life of Arthurine Sirmon, 99, who passed away on November 14, 2025. She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Saturday, November,15,...

John Winfred O'Bryan, III

John Winfred O'Bryan, III

Nov 13, 2025

Abbeville - A graveside service will take place on Saturday, November 22, at 11:00 am at Graceland Cemetery, 1500 Veterans Memorial Drive, Abbeville, Louisiana, for John Winfred O’Bryan III, age 84, who passed away on November 13, 2025.

John was born on October 21, 1941, and was a lifetime resident of Abbeville and the Vermilion Parish area.

John spent most of his...

Troy Michael Broussard

Troy Michael Broussard

Nov 11, 2025

A memorial service honoring the life of Troy Michael Broussard, 60, who passed away on November 11, 2025, will be held at a later date.

Troy Broussard was a man of unwavering loyalty and honor. He maintained his valor throughout his life, always proud of his service with the United States Air Force. His brother, Anthony, gave his daughter, Ashtin, the...

Raymond J. Mathews

Raymond J. Mathews

Nov 10, 2025

Broussard, La - RAYMOND JOSEPH MATHEWS of Broussard, LA was born on October 12,1950, to the late Helen (Ledet) and Wilbert Mathews. Raymond was the oldest of eight children. He was affectionately known as "Chuttie" to many. He grew up in Kaplan, LA and lived in St. Martinville, LA also for many years.

Raymond was a member of the 1968 graduating...

Michael "Mike" Menard

Michael "Mike" Menard

Nov 9, 2025

Kaplan, La - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" Menard, 69, who passed away on November 9, 2025.

Mike worked in the Oil and Gas Industry as a Welder. His work was always detail oriented. He took great pride in his work, and it showed in the jobs he was doing.

In his free time,...

Ja'Kyrin Reign Freeman

Ja'Kyrin Reign Freeman

Nov 7, 2025

Ja'Kyrin Freeman was 5 months old. He died at his home. His service will be at the Woodman of the World at 211 Eleazar Ave Kaplan, La 70548. Visiting hours will be 9:00AM - 7:00PM.

 He is survived by his mother, Katelyn Dugas of Texas; his stepfather, Isaac Parks; his maternal grandmother, Pamela Broussard of Kaplan; his great grandmother, Patricia Langlinais...

Jimmy Wayne Becker

Jimmy Wayne Becker

Nov 7, 2025

ABBEVILLE – Funeral services will be officiated by Pastor Ben Davis at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, LA, honoring the life of Jimmy Wayne Becker, 70, who passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul...

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