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.
Shelly Stelly
Sep 9, 2025
Shelly Stelly, age 61, passed away on September 9, 2025, following a short but courageous battle with ALS. He left this world peacefully with his two boys by his side.
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, September 12, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. He will be laid to rest at...
Nelson James "Porter" Potier
Sep 8, 2025
Gueydan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Ravi will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 11, 2025, at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Nelson James Potier, 67, who passed away on September 8, 2025. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral...
Linda A. Myers
Sep 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Ann Myers, who left us on September 6, 2025, at the age of 74, in her home in Morgan City, Louisiana.
Linda was a simple soul who found immense joy in life's little pleasures. Linda loved nothing more than kicking back and enjoying her favorite shows, especially when they...
Derek Jamerson Lee
Sep 5, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend François Sainte-Marie will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, honoring the life of Derek Jamerson Lee, 45, who passed away on September 5, 2025, at Calcutta House. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Serving...
Mary Felice Mayard
Sep 4, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Mary Felice Mayard, 68, who died on September 4, 2025, will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville. The Mass will be on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. A rosary will be prayed in the church at 10:00 a.m. before the mass.
Mary...
Wilson Joseph Hollier
Sep 2, 2025
Kaplan, La - Wilson Joseph Hollier, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. A lifelong hard worker and deeply devoted family man, Wilson will be remembered for his strength, quiet kindness, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 06, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of...
Conrad "Connie" Clark
Sep 2, 2025
Kaplan, LA - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Rev. Hampton Davis will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, September 5, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Conrad John Clark, 78, who passed away on September 2, 2025. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the...
Audry Vincent
Sep 1, 2025
Kaplan, LA - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, September 05, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Audry Vincent, 81, who passed away on September 1, 2025, in Humble, TX.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday, September 05, 2025, from...
Tommy Earl Clark
Aug 31, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tommy Earl Clark, who passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 at his residence. He was 81.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Brenda Abshire Clark of Kaplan; three children, David Clark of Dallas, TX, Cindy Beets of Kilgore, TX, and Micheal Clark (Dawn) of St. Louis,...
John O. "Bub" Abshire
Aug 31, 2025
Kaplan, LA - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of John Ovelton "Bub" Abshire, 91, who passed away on August 31, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at...
Delores A. "Ann" Menard
Aug 30, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Delores "Ann" Abshire Menard, who passed away on August 30, 2025 at Kaplan Healthcare Center, at the age of 88. She will be laid to rest at Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Serving...
Mildred Faulk Landry
Aug 29, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, September 08, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Mildred Faulk Landry, 91, who passed away on August 29, 2025 at Ochsner Acadia General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Serving...
Nelson John LaComb, Jr.
Aug 26, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson John LaComb, Jr., who passed away on August 26, 2025 at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center. He was 70.
As a DJ, Nelson shared his love for music with friends and family, bringing joy and laughter to gatherings with his lively playlists. He also loved spending time outdoors, whether...
Floyd "Bojo" Joseph LeMaire
Aug 23, 2025
Floyd “Bojo” LeMaire, 77, died peacefully on August 23, 2025, at Maison du Monde Living Center. A memorial service officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 4:00 PM to...
Ken Allen Harrington
Aug 23, 2025
Abbeville-Memorial services will be held at 3:30 PM on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Ken Allen Harrington, 58, who died Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 at Lafayette general Hospital with his family by his side.
He is survived by his two children, daughter, Lindsey Harrington, son, Alex Harrington and one granddaughter, Avery Suire...
Harris Michael David
Aug 21, 2025
Kaplan, La - Harris Michael David, 64, rode off into the sunset of his life on August 21, 2025. Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 12:00...
Marie V Miller
Aug 21, 2025
Kaplan, La - Funeral services officiated by Reverend Chad Romero will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Marie V. Miller, 85, who passed away on August 21, 2025. She will be laid to rest at Suire Cemetery. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of...
Jimmie John Choate
Aug 18, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on August 20, 2025, at St Anne's Roman Catholic Church at Cow Island honoring the life of Jimmie John Choate, 89, who died August 18, 2025, at his home in Forked Island. Rosary will be at 10:00 AM. He will be laid to rest at St Anne's Cemetery with...
Verna H. Broussard
Aug 15, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasmy will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church honoring the life of Verna H. Broussard, 90, who passed away on August 15, 2025 at Vermilion Health Care Center. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady...
Rickey Mitchell Perry
Aug 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Rickey M. Perry, 67, of Abbeville, LA, passed away on August 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born on March 24, 1958, in Abbeville, LA, Rickey lived a full life, dedicated...
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