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.

Dennis LeBlanc, Jr.

Dennis LeBlanc, Jr.

Oct 25, 2025

Abbeville- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis LeBlanc, Jr., who left us peacefully on October 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 15, 1949, in Abbeville, LA.

A funeral service will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Dennis will be laid to...

Nedley Joseph Leger, Jr.

Nedley Joseph Leger, Jr.

Oct 25, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William Vincent will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Nedley Joseph Leger, Jr., 85, a beloved lifelong resident of Abbeville, Louisiana, who passed away on October 25, 2025, at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington. He will be laid to...

Frances Toups Pere'

Frances Toups Pere'

Oct 25, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Memorial Mass honoring the life of Frances Toups Pere,’ 87, who passed away on October 25, 2025, will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate the Mass. The family request visiting will began at 9:30 AM at the church....

David E. Bigbie

David E. Bigbie

Oct 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Edwin Bigbie, who passed away on October 20, 2025 at Capitol House Nursing and Rehab Center, at the age of 70.

He is survived by five children, Carita Bigbie Henry (Ryan), Lorina Ann Bigbie, Casie Renee Sparks Bigbie (James), Gail Marie Bigbie, and Amos James Tweedle; 17 grandchildren; five...

Wesley Jean Bourque "Bozo"

Wesley Jean Bourque "Bozo"

Oct 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wesley Jean Bourque, lovingly known as “Bozo”, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who went home to be with the Lord on October 17, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born on May 2, 1961, Wesley lived a life defined by hard work, positivity, and love. For 41 wonderful years, he...

Jackie Martin Milton

Jackie Martin Milton

Oct 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackie Martin Milton, a cherished brother, friend, and local entrepreneur, who left us peacefully on October 16, 2025, at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice in River Ridge, LA.

Jackie's kindness and strong work ethic touched everyone who knew him. He was a man dedicated to his faith, his...

Ruth Eleazar Broussard

Ruth Eleazar Broussard

Oct 5, 2025

Mrs. Ruth Eleazar Broussard, daughter of Jules J. Eleazar and Rosa Leblanc Eleazar, was born on January 13, 1928. She attended school in Kaplan, LA and attended college at South Louisiana Institute (SLI), now University of Louisiana at Lafayette, in Lafayette, LA.

She was united in holy matrimony to Ravis Adam Broussard of Kaplan, LA in June of 1947. This union...

Ronald Wayne Choate

Ronald Wayne Choate

Oct 5, 2025

Abbeville- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald Wayne Choate, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 75. Ronald was born on August 29, 1950, in Abbeville, LA, and spent his life in the community of Erath, LA, where he embraced every moment with...

Patricia Trahan Harrington

Patricia Trahan Harrington

Oct 5, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 08, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Patricia Trahan Harrington, 85, who passed away on October 5, 2025, at Maison du Monde. She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery.

A visitation will take place at Vincent...

Wade Joseph Cormier

Wade Joseph Cormier

Oct 5, 2025

Funeral services officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 08, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Wade Joseph Cormier, 76, who passed away on October 5, 2025. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Blake Touchet, Seth Touchet, Noah Cormier, André...

James Douglas White

James Douglas White

Oct 3, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Francis Plaisance will be held at 2:00 PM, with visitation 11:00 - 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, honoring the life of James Douglas White, 72, who passed away on October 3, 2025, at his residence in Lafayette after a battle with cancer. He will be laid to...

Douglas J Frederick

Douglas J Frederick

Oct 2, 2025

Kaplan, La - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, October 6, 2025, at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Douglas James Frederick, 78, who passed away on October 2, 2025. He will be laid to rest at St. Anne Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Derick Harrington,...

Florence Chauvin LeBouef

Florence Chauvin LeBouef

Oct 2, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Daniel Picard will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, October 6, 2025, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, honoring the life of Florence Chauvin LeBouef, 87, who passed away on October 2, 2025, at Abbeville General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery....

Linda Marie Hebert

Linda Marie Hebert

Sep 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Marie Hebert, a cherished resident of Abbeville, Louisiana, who departed this life peacefully on September 30, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on October 20, 1942, in Abbeville, Linda was the beloved daughter of Gladston Hebert and Beulah Guzardo.

Linda's journey in life was marked by resilience and...

Janis Mayeux Harrington

Janis Mayeux Harrington

Sep 29, 2025

A Graveside Service officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, October 4, 2025, at St. Anne Cemetery honoring the life of Janis Mayeux Harrington, 93, who passed away peacefully at her home on September 29, 2025, surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren.

Janis was born in Plaucheville to Emeric and Nelda Mayeux. After moving to LeCompte,...

John "J.C." Petry

John "J.C." Petry

Sep 29, 2025

Gueydan, La - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, October 2, 2025, at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of John Clayton Petry, 91, who passed away on September 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He will be laid to...

Hubert John Faulk

Hubert John Faulk

Sep 29, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Funeral Services will be officiated by Reverend Matthew Hebert at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home, 209 S. Saint Charles St. Abbeville, honoring the life of Hubert John Faulk, 88, who passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. He will be laid to rest at Our...

Cecilia "Winnie" Lege LeGros

Cecilia "Winnie" Lege LeGros

Sep 29, 2025

Cecilia Winnie Lege LeGros, affectionately known as “Winnie,” passed away peacefully at her home on September 29, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on November 24, 1931, in Kaplan, Louisiana, to Laura (Hollier) and Joseph "Slim" Simonet Lege, Winnie grew up in Jennings, where she developed a lifelong love of family, faith, and community. In her early years, she...

Keith Ray Marceaux

Keith Ray Marceaux

Sep 22, 2025

Keith Ray Marceaux, a selfless and loving father, passed away on September 22, 2025, at the age of 72. He was the North Star of our family - a trusted confidant, a steady guide, and a source of unconditional love.

A true Cajun at heart, he embraced life with food, fun, and family at the center of everything he did. He...

Della Landry Hoffpauir

Della Landry Hoffpauir

Sep 21, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy for Della Louise Landry Hoffpauir, 92, will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Mrs. Hoffpauir's grandson Drew Hoffpauir will be the vocalist for the mass. Interment will follow at Indian Bayou Methodist Cemetery.

Visitation will be held...

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