Leo Paul Bergeron

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, Jarrod Bergeron, Ryan Bergeron, Jacob Bergeron, Jansen Husband, Zachary Husband, Seth Riche’, and Hagen Riche’.

Visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a eulogy at 5:30 p.m. and a rosary at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will resume on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

Leo was born on January 21, 1929, in Abbeville, Louisiana, where he spent his entire life. He served his community as a dedicated superintendent for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and as the owner and operator of Bergeron Machine Shop.

Leo will be lovingly remembered by his children, Cheryl Bergeron, Marlene Chiasson and her husband Don, Lonnie Bergeron and his wife Diane, and Randy Bergeron and his wife June; his grandchildren, Tammy Riche’, Denise Husband, Kimberly Duhon, Julie Chiasson, Lisa Breaux, Jarrod Bergeron, Ryan Bergeron, and Jacob Bergeron; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

Leo was preceded in death by his wife, Goldie Marie Broussard Bergeron; his parents, Irvin Bergeron and the former Abbie Lege; and his sister, Velma Bergeron Romero.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Heart of Hospice for everything they did during the three years Leo was in their care, especially Skyla, Shanice, Amanda, and Byron. The family also offers special thanks to “Wonderful Wanda” Broussard for her exceptional care, hugs, and kisses.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart of Hospice or your favorite charity in Leo's name, reflecting his spirit of giving and compassion.

All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.