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.
Raymond "Kotchie" Russo
May 28, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, June 2, 2025, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville, celebrating the life of Raymond “Kotchie” Daniel Russo, 91, who passed away the morning of Wednesday, May 28, 2025. A rosary will be prayed at 10:00 AM. He will be laid to rest...
Ernest J. Istre
May 27, 2025
A Funeral Service Officiated by Mr. Ernest’s grandson Deacon Jules Breaux will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home honoring the life of Ernest J. Istre, 89, who passed away on May 27, 2025, at his residence.
Ernest grew up on a farm North of Kaplan in Leroy, Louisiana farming Rice and Cotton. He worked...
Blake Edward Vincent
May 24, 2025
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Blake Edward Vincent, 42, who was called home by Jesus on May 24, 2025.
Blake will be remembered for his love for family, for always being there for people in need, his...
Floyd Weber
May 24, 2025
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Kaplan Baptist Cemetery in Nunez, LA, honoring the life of Floyd Weber, 88, who passed away on May 24, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. Weber proudly served 21.5 years in the United States Air Force assigned to Japan, Germany, Okinawa, England, the Philippines, Taiwan, South Korea,...
Heath Derrik Carpenter
May 19, 2025
Abbeville - A Funeral Service officiated by Pastor Luke Ates of Our Saviors church will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Heath Carpenter, 56, who passed away on May 19, 2025 at Ochsner Lafayette General.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Thursday...
Kevin James "Pal" Manceaux
May 18, 2025
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 8700 Maurice Ave., Maurice, La., honoring the life of Kevin James Manceaux, 54, who passed away on May 18, 2025, at his residence. Reverend William Schambough will officiate the services. Burial will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Pallbearers...
Justine Bertrand
May 17, 2025
Justine Marie Bertrand, 54, of Kaplan, La passed away on May 17, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1971, in Lafayette.
Justine was a lifelong resident of Kaplan. She dedicated her career to serving others as a Cafeteria Technician in the Vermilion Parish School Board for over 20 years. She was also a long-time part-time employee at Kaplan City Hall.
Her...
Dr. Phillip Marvin Loeb
May 15, 2025
ABBEVILLE - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Phillip Marvin Loeb, who passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on April 21, 1937, in Champaign, Illinois, Phillip devoted his life to the service of others as a distinguished medical doctor specializing in family medicine. His commitment to healthcare...
Donald Dane Abshire
May 15, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Ted Broussard will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, May 16, 2025, at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Donald Dane Abshire, 80, who passed away on May 15, 2025.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:30...
Danny L. "Gaus" Gaspard
May 12, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Nicholas Dupré will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, May 15, 2025, at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Danny L. Gaspard, 70, who passed away on May 12, 2025.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:20...
Paul Emery Sellers
May 9, 2025
Paul Emery Sellers, 93 years, died Friday, May 9, 2025 at his residence.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Francois Sainte-Marie was held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at St Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church. He was laid to rest at St Paul Cemetery.
Paul’s journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and...
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,...

