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.
Kenneth Wayne Howard
May 8, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A private family service will take place at a later date honoring the life of Kenneth Wayne Howard, 77, who passed away on May 8, 2025.
Ken was a man of quiet devotion and thoughtful routines. He found immense joy in the simple things—Wendy’s Frosties, big breakfast, the company of dogs, and being tucked into bed before sunset. His greatest...
Anna Belle Theriot Guillory
May 6, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, honoring the life of Anna Belle T. Guillory, 88, who passed away on May 6, 2025 at Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the services. Burial will follow...
Pearl Delcambre LaBry
May 6, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Pearl Delcambre LaBry, 92, who passed away on May 6, 2025, at Eastridge Nursing Center.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM...
Osmond "Coach Ossie" Blaize
May 5, 2025
Osmond (Coach Ossie Blaize) passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on May 5, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital surrounded by his family. Ossie was a man who loved deeply and lived simply. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, educator & coach. Ossie impacted many people and will be remembered for whatever he...
Joseph Wilfred Primeaux III
May 5, 2025
Joseph Wilfred “J.W.” Primeaux, III, 51, of Lyons Point, passed away on May 5, 2025.
He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 20 years, Audrey Saltzman Primeaux; his sons Joseph Wilfred “Joey” Primeaux IV and his wife, Kayleigh, Randy Primeaux; four daughters Allyson Dronet Primeaux, Shannen Primeaux, Blaire and her husband Devan LaBove, and Payton and her husband...
Paul Ravis Richard
May 5, 2025
A Funeral Service officiated by Deacon William Vincent will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, May 07, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Paul Ravis Richard, 86, who passed away on May 5, 2025, at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan on Wednesday from 10:00 AM to...
Barbara Allen Harrington
May 3, 2025
Abbeville - A Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 pm, Friday, May 9, 2025, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville honoring the life of Barbara Allen Harrington, 80, who passed away on May 3, 2025 at her residence. Father Nicholas G. Dupré will officiate the services. Burial will follow at Suire Cemetery in Forked...
Norman "Pete" Vaughan
May 1, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Norman "Pete" Vaughan who passed away on May 1, 2025 at his residence at the age of 63.
Funeral Services officiated by Deacon Billy Vincent will be held at 12:00 PM, Monday, May 05, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of...
Clifteen "Cliffy" Trahan
May 1, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, May 05, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Clifteen "Cliffy" Trahan, 68, who passed away on May 1, 2025 at her residence. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Gooch II, Austin Willis, Nathan Gary, Gavin Perry, Weston Landry,...
Nancy Levgerne Greene
May 1, 2025
Nancy passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose love, care, and steady presence made a lasting impact on everyone around her.
Nancy spent her career helping others as a dedicated nurse, CPR instructor, and respiratory therapist. She worked at Abbeville General, Our Lady of Lourdes, and Lafayette General. Her...
Joyce Hebert Carlin
Apr 29, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at noon at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 700 S. Broadway St., Erath honoring the life of Joyce Hebert Carlin, 87, who journeyed home to be with Our Lord on April 29th. Burial will follow at Our Lady of the Lourdes Cemetery. Father Clinton Sensat will...
Gene Peter Meaux
Apr 29, 2025
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Lafayette, honoring the life of Gene Peter Meaux, 90, who passed away on April 29, 2025 at his residence. Rev. Ravi Jampangi will officiate the memorial service. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery in Abbeville.
A visitation will take place...
Gerald M. Nunez
Apr 29, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Funeral Service will be held at 4:30 pm, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Abbeville United Methodist Church, 213 N. State Street, Abbeville, honoring the life of Gerald M. Nunez, 85, who passed away on April 29, 2025, at a local nursing home. Reverend Cynthia L. Luquette will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will follow at Graceland...
Barbara Gayle Guttry
Apr 25, 2025
Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mark Miley will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Barbara "Gayle" Guttry, 68, who passed away on April 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.
A visitation will take place...
Kenny D. Leger
Apr 24, 2025
Kaplan, Louisiana- A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mark Miley will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, April 28, 2025 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Kenny Dale Leger, 61, who passed away on April 24, 2025 at his residence.
Kenny was a devoted husband, a loving dad, and a...
Peter James DeHart
Apr 23, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, April 28, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville honoring the life of Peter James DeHart, 69, who passed away on April 23, 2025 at his residence. Reverend Cynthia L. Luquette will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry DeHart,...
Mary Neva Adams Hardy
Apr 23, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Mary Neva Adams Hardy, 85, who passed away on April 23, 2025 at Abbeville General Hospital. Reverend François Sainte-Marie will officiate at the funeral mass. Burial will follow at St....
Evangeline Saltzman Bernard
Apr 23, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church in Esther honoring the life of Evangeline Saltzman Bernard, 93, who passed away on April 23, 2025, at Abbeville General Hospital. Rev. Emmanuel “Manny” Fernandez will officiate at the funeral mass. Burial will follow at Esther Community Cemetery. Pallbearers...
Rebecca Smith Vondenstein
Apr 21, 2025
A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Corey Campeaux was held at 1:30 PM, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Rebecca Smith Vondenstein, 61, who passed away on April 21, 2025. Burial followed at Gueydan Cemetery.
A visitation was held at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 12:30 PM...
Wanita Trahan Vincent
Apr 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Wanita Trahan Vincent, who left us peacefully on April 21, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on April 4, 1944, in Delcambre, Louisiana, Wanita was a treasured homemaker and a devoted matriarch who filled our lives with love and warmth.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be...
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