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.
Scott Joseph Menard
Oct 27, 2026
IAbbeville- Scott Joseph Menard, 60, of Abbeville, Louisiana, passed away on October 27, 2026. He was born in Abbeville on October 10, 1966, to Patrick Joseph Menard and Nola Marie Menard.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at St. John the Evangelist Church in Henry. Rev. Bret Lee will celebrate the Mass,...
Paul "Tom" LaPoint
Oct 26, 2026
Paul Thomas LaPoint, affectionately known to his family as "Popo Tommy," passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the age of 92.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church. He will be laid to rest at...
Mavis Touchet Mallet
Oct 24, 2026
ABBEVILLE—Funeral services honoring the life of Mavis Touchet Mallet, 94, will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home 209 S. Saint Charles St. Abbeville, with Deacon Keith Duhon officiating. Mavis passed away on Saturday October 24, 2026, and will be laid to rest next to her husband at St. Paul Mausoleum, 515 Jacqulyn...
Tyler Paul Frederick
Oct 23, 2026
ABBEVILLE —Memorial Services will be conducted for Tyler Paul Frederick, 34, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 11:30 A.M., at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, LA.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 9:00 AM until service time at 11:30 AM and will conclude at...
Norma Ann Simon Vincent
Oct 22, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Norma Simon Vincent, 90, who departed this life peacefully on October 22, 2026, at The Vermilion at Eastridge. She will be laid to rest at...
Iva Lee Hobbs
Oct 22, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Iva Lee Hobbs, who left us peacefully on October 22, 2026, at the age of 68.
A passionate gardener, Iva Lee had a special love for tulips and found peace in the beauty of her flowers. In her spare time, she enjoyed the challenge of a good jigsaw puzzle. She...
Morgan Paige Ramke
Oct 20, 2026
A million lights are dancing and there you are, a shooting star
An everlasting world and you're here with me, eternally
Xanadu, 1980
Abbeville- Morgan Paige Ramke, beloved bringer of light, passed away suddenly from this Earth on October 20, 2026 with her brother Ian by her side. She was 29 years old, but possessed a timeless soul.
Born on January 29, 1997 to...
Brenda Benoit Guillot
Oct 20, 2026
ABBEVILLE —Funeral Services will be conducted for Brenda Benoit Guillot, 78, will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church 2409 Coteau Road New Iberia, LA 70560 with Deacon Keith Duhon officiating. Brenda passed away on October 20, 2026, at her residence in Youngsville, LA. She will be laid to...
Raywood "Ray" Lemaire
Oct 19, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Ray Lemaire, who passed away on October 19, 2026, at age 86. Raywood devoted his life to his community, most notably through his dedicated service as Sheriff.
Funeral services honoring Ray’s life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, with Deacon William "Billy"...
Helen Leblanc Sagrera
Oct 15, 2026
ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Helen Leblanc Sagrera, 84, will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, October 19, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, with Rev. Emmanuel Fernandez officiating. Helen passed away on October 15, 2026, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. She will be laid to rest at Esther Community...
Leo Paul Bergeron
Oct 13, 2026
ABBEVILLE—Funeral services officiated by Deacon Timothy Marcantel will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, honoring the life of Leo Paul Bergeron, 97, who passed away at his residence on October 13, 2026. He will be laid to rest alongside his wife at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Andon Bergeron,...
Leo Menard
Oct 13, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 17, 2026, at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Leo Menard, 90, who passed away on October 13, 2026, at Maison du Monde. He will be laid to rest at Harrington Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home...
John Craig Hebert
Oct 13, 2026
ABBEVILLE — With great sadness, we announce the passing of John Craig Hebert, a beloved son, partner, father, and cherished member of the Abbeville community. John Craig passed away at his residence on October 13, 2026, at age 71.
John Craig was a proud member of Abbeville High School’s Fighting Wildcats Class of 1973, where he formed lasting friendships and made...
Benny Dale LeMaire
Oct 8, 2026
Benny Dale LeMaire, 79, passed away on October 8, 2026, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.
To know him was to know laughter, joy, and a personality that left a lasting impression on everyone he met. No matter the room, the occasion, or the people around him, he had a way of bringing smiles and laughter wherever he went. Always quick...
Ronald Dale Morvant
Oct 5, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ronald Dale Morvant on October 5, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on August 5, 1954, in Abbeville, Louisiana, Ronald was a beloved member of his community and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A lifelong resident of Abbeville, he embraced life with a warm...
Gloria Jane Broussard
Oct 3, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 08, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Gloria J. Broussard, 81, who passed away on October 3, 2026, at Calcutta House. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
A visitation will take...
Mona Dennis
Oct 1, 2026
Mona Dennis, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 1, 2026, at the age of 84.
Funeral services officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, October 03, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan. She will be laid to rest at Greenwood Cemetery in Jennings, La.
A visitation will take place at...
Wilbert J. Potier
Sep 29, 2026
Wilbert James Potier, 75, passed away on September 29, 2026, at Landmark of Rayne.
Wilbert was a man who loved the simple things in life, cooking, baking bread, and spending his time in Little Chenier. He never met a stranger and always welcomed everyone with a smile. He loved his family dearly. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always...
Hazel Schexnider Marceaux
Sep 22, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, September 25, 2026 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Hazel Schexnider Marceaux, 88, who passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Pitery Family...
Doyce Paul Guidry
Sep 20, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 1:30 PM, Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Doyce Paul Guidry, 88, who passed away on September 20, 2026, at Kaplan Healthcare Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Pallbearers will...

