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.

Rudolph And Charlene Swire

Rudolph And Charlene Swire

Jun 9, 2025

Rudolph Joseph Swire     October 1, 1960 ~ June 9, 2025          Charlene Doucet Swire     April 9, 1960 ~ June 9 ,2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the tragic passing of our parents, Rudolph Joseph Swire and Charlene Marie Doucet Swire, who left us on June 9, 2025, both 65 years of...

Vickie Laviolette

Vickie Laviolette

Aug 8, 2025

A funeral service officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, August 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Vickie Laviolette, 47, who passed away on August 8, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. She will be laid to rest at Broussard Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will...

Lillian Marie Landry Trahan

Lillian Marie Landry Trahan

Aug 7, 2025

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 09, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan for Lillian Marie Landry Trahan, age 93, who died Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Magnolia Estates in Lafayette. Interment will be in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Pastor Joseph Boutin will conduct the services.

Survivors include her two daughters,...

Johnnie Rhea Vaughn

Johnnie Rhea Vaughn

Aug 6, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, August 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Johnnie Rhea Vaughn, 87, who passed away on August 6, 2025. Sebee Jean (Sugar) Hymel will officiate the funeral service. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Colby Vaughn, Landon Linden, Christopher...

Paul Royal Hebert

Paul Royal Hebert

Aug 4, 2025

A funeral service officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Paul Royal "Pop" Hebert, a cherished husband, father, and friend, who left us peacefully on August 4, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. He was 90.

Paul was not...

Kathleen Budd LeBouef

Kathleen Budd LeBouef

Aug 4, 2025

Kathleen Budd LeBouef passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by love, on August 4, 2025. She was 75 years old.

Born on October 7, 1949, in Opelousas, Louisiana, Kathleen was the beloved daughter of the late Charles J. “Buddy” Budd, Jr. and Virginia Latour Budd. A proud graduate of the Academy of the Immaculate Conception, Kathleen was honored by her...

Irene Bourque Mire

Irene Bourque Mire

Aug 1, 2025

A graveside service officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery honoring the life of Irene Bourque Mire, 94, who passed away on August 1, 2025 at Vermilion Heath Care Center.

She is survived by one daughter, Joycelyn Mire of Kaplan; two sons, James...

Julia Toups Choate

Julia Toups Choate

Jul 31, 2025

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, August 05, 2025 at St. Theresa of The Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Julia Toups Choate. She will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband at St. Paul Cemetery in Abbeville.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home...

Conrad "Connie" Simon

Conrad "Connie" Simon

Jul 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Conrad Avery Simon

Conrad Avery Simon, 74, of Forked Island, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, with the love of his life, Yvonne B. Simon, by his side. Connie and Yvonne shared 54 years of marriage and 59 years of love, having met at the young age of 15. Together, they built a life centered...

Schuyler Renee' Lewis

Schuyler Renee' Lewis

Jul 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Schuyler Renee' Lewis, aged 36, who left this world on July 30, 2025, in a tragic automobile accident. Schuyler was born on February 15, 1989, in Abbeville, Louisiana, where she spent her early years and graduated from Abbeville High School in 2007. Schuyler dedicated her professional life to...

Earline Trahan Roy

Earline Trahan Roy

Jul 29, 2025

A Funeral Service, officiated by Monsignor Ronald Broussard, will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at St. Francis Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church in honor of Earline Trahan Roy, 92, who passed away on July 29, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital.

Visitation is scheduled at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Saturday, August 9, 2025,...

Carol Hebert Dore

Carol Hebert Dore

Jul 28, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, honoring the life of Carol Hebert Dore, 83, who passed away on July 28, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General. Deacon William Vincent will officiate at the funeral service. Pallbearers will be Joshua Campbell, Drew Campbell, Nicholas Trahan, Lane Campbell,...

Frances Elizabeth Abate

Frances Elizabeth Abate

Jul 28, 2025

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, honoring the life of our beloved mother, Frances Elizabeth Abate, 82, who passed away on July 28, 2025, at the Calcutta House after a courageous battle, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and strength.

Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate at the funeral...

Jean "T-boy" Boudreaux

Jean "T-boy" Boudreaux

Jul 26, 2025

ABBEVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean "T-Boy" Boudreaux, who left us peacefully on July 26, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on August 11, 1955, in Erath, Louisiana, Jean spent his life in southern Louisiana, residing in Abbeville. Jean was a simple man of few words, but his warmth and gentle...

Gregory "Snow" Dartez

Gregory "Snow" Dartez

Jul 25, 2025

A funeral service officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 12:00 PM, Friday, August 01, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Gregory "Snow" Dartez, 55, who passed away on July 25, 2025.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday, July 31, 2025,...

Davis " Big D" Harrington

Davis " Big D" Harrington

Jul 25, 2025

Kaplan, Louisiana- A Funeral Service officiated by Deacon Timothy Marcantel will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Davis " Big D" Harrington, 59, who passed away on July 25, 2025.

Davis was known for his dedication and love to his family, his love of raising animals, and caring...

Stanley Joseph Hebert Jr

Stanley Joseph Hebert Jr

Jul 23, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Don Bernard will be held at 12:00 PM, Monday, July 28, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Stanley Joseph Hebert Jr, 67, who passed away on July 23, 2025. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Sunday,...

Guy "Pat" McCanlies

Guy "Pat" McCanlies

Jul 23, 2025

Kaplan- A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Nancy Wofford will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Kaplan United Methodist Church honoring the life of Guy "Pat" McCanlies, 81, who passed away on July 23, 2025, at his residence. 

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM...

Dianne Marie Menard

Dianne Marie Menard

Jul 23, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, July 25, 2025, at St. John the Evangelist Church in Henry, honoring the life of Dianne Marie Menard, 75, who passed away on July 23, 2025, at the Calcutta House. Reverend Cedric Sonnier, Pastor, St. Mary, Mother of the Church, Lafayette, will be the Celebrant of the Mass...

Jared Anthony Hebert

Jared Anthony Hebert

Jul 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jared Anthony Hebert, a devoted husband, loving son, and cherished friend, who left us on July 18, 2025, at the age of 41. Jared was a bright spirit whose memories will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated...

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