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.
Marcelle Richard Trahan
Apr 20, 2026
Marcelle Richard Trahan, 78, a lifelong resident of Abbeville, passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday, April 20, 2026, following a brief illness. She was surrounded by adoring and heartbroken family and friends.
She passed away nearly 19 years to the day after the death of her husband, Harold George "Sonny" Trahan, Jr., M.D. She was also preceded in death...
Anna Naomi C.Trahan
Apr 11, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Pastor Jeremy Cupp will be held at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville, Louisiana, on Friday April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM, honoring the life of Anna Naomi Christian Trahan, age 90, who passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Abbeville General Hospital. She will be laid to rest in Boatswain Bay Cemetery, Grand Cayman Islands,...
Lona Mae Richard
Apr 22, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Lona Mae Richard, 82, who passed away on April 22, 2026. She will be laid to rest at St. David Chapel Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Alan Richard, Rayne Richard, Trevor...
Janell C. Bruno
Apr 21, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Matthew Barzare will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, April 27, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, Esther, honoring the life of Janell Cessac Bruno, who passed away on April 21, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St Paul Cemetery at a later date.
Serving as pallbearers will...
Brenda Primeaux
Apr 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Brenda Faye Primeaux, who left this world on April 20, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on August 21, 1946, in Abbeville, Louisiana, Brenda was a cherished member of her community and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Brenda was a devoted homemaker, known...
Alfred "Butch" Duhon Jr.
Apr 19, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 23 at Vincent Funeral Home honoring the life of Alfred "Butch" Duhon, Jr., 83, who passed away on April 19, 2026 at Vermilion Heath Care Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
A visitation will take...
David Pierce
Apr 19, 2026
David “Dave” Pierce, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., leaving behind a legacy of creativity, storytelling, and deep love for family, community, and the arts.
A celebration of Dave’s life will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM at The Woodlawn Chapel, 8001 Woodlawn Road Maurice, LA 70555 Dave’s family will receive...
Bradley Paul Romero
Apr 19, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Pastor Chad Romero and Jaden Romero will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, honoring the life of Bradley Paul Romero, 73, beloved husband, father and grandfather, entered into the arms of his Lord on the morning of April 19, 2026. He will be laid to rest at...
Warren Lee Whaley Sr.
Apr 17, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mark Miley will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Warren Lee Whaley Sr., 77, who passed away on April 17, 2026. Serving as pallbearers will be Warren Whaley Jr., Robert LeBlanc, Coby Richard, Brett...
Carolton Warner Vaughan
Apr 15, 2026
ABBEVILLE – Funeral Services officiated by Pastor Jeremy Cupp will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Carolton W. Vaughan, 92, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 15, 2026. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral...
Faye Trahan
Apr 13, 2026
Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Cedric Sonnier will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Faye Trahan, 87, who passed away on April 13, 2026. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy...
Casey Simon
Apr 11, 2026
In Loving Memory of Casey Bryant Simon
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Casey Bryant Simon, who departed this life on April 11, 2026, at the age of 36. Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 12:00 PM, Monday, April 20, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. He will be laid to rest...
Edna Choate Bernard
Apr 11, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Matthew Barzare will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, Esther, honoring the life of Edna Choate Bernard, 102, who passed away on April 11, 2026, at Eastridge Nursing Center. She will be laid to rest at Esther Community Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at...
Winfred Earl Simon
Apr 10, 2026
A graveside service officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 2:30 PM on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Badon Cemetery honoring the life of Winfred Earl Simon, 90, who passed away on April 10, 2026 at his residence.
He is survived by his son, Dwayne Earl Simon and his wife, Catherine of Kaplan; his daughter, Deborah Simon Fritz of...
Kerry Minos White
Apr 7, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home, Abbeville LA., honoring the life of Kerry Minos White, 62, who passed away on April 7th, 2026, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Esther Community Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Cade Touchet,...
Carl James Hardin
Apr 4, 2026
ABBEVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Carl James Hardin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Carl, who was born on May 31, 1941, in Abbeville, LA, peacefully left us on April 4, 2026, at the age of 84.
An avid outdoorsman, Carl loved spending time fishing and hunting, particularly in his cherished Pecan...
Dorothy Duhon
Apr 2, 2026
Kaplan, La - Dorothy Broussard Duhon, devoted wife and beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the age of 97, at her residence.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Clint Trahan will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church. She will...
Justin Joseph Picou, Jr.
Apr 1, 2026
Abbeville- A memorial service officiated by Deacon William Vincent will be held at Vincent Funeral Home on Saturday April 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM honoring the life of Justin Joseph Picou Jr, 77, who passed away on Wednesday April 1, 2026 at Abbeville General Hospital.
Justin had a deep love for life on the water, spending many years working for Broussard...
Frances "Sue" Pere' Huey
Apr 1, 2026
ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William Vincent will be held at 2:30 PM, Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Frances “Sue” Pere’ Huey, 82, who passed away on April 1, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Chad...
Cordell James Theriot
Mar 31, 2026
A memorial service officiated by Rev. Emmanuel "Manny" Fernandez will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at St. John the Evangelist Church, Henry, honoring the life of Cordell James Theriot, 68, who passed away on March 31, 2026, at his residence. He will be buried at Bancker Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at St. John the...
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