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.
Thomas Petry
Jul 19, 2017
Gueydan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 21, 2017 at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Thomas Petry, 79, who died Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend Corey Campeaux officiating the services. He is survived by...
Ethel Lee Day Head
Jul 19, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 21, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Ethel Lee Day Head, 75, who died Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Maison du Monde Living Center. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Ethel was a godly woman who will be missed dearly...
Fred Henry, Jr.
Jul 19, 2017
Kaplan — Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Abshire Cemetery honoring the life of Fred Henry Jr., 72, who died Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at his residence. He is survived by his two sons, Tony Henry and his wife, Mary Ann of Abbeville and Michael Henry of Kaplan; one daughter, Belinda Henry...
Editha Mary Trahan Campbell
Jul 18, 2017
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Editha Mary Trahan Campbell, 73, who died Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Maison du Monde Living Center. She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery with Rev. Gregory Cormier officiating...
Ricky Dale Dietz, Sr.
Jul 17, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Ricky Dale Dietz, 55, who died Monday, July 17, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Pastor David Delino officiating the services. Ricky is survived by his son, Terry...
Wilbert Lee Abshire
Jul 16, 2017
Abbeville— A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, July 30, 2017, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Wilbert Lee Abshire, 71, who died Sunday, July 16, 2017 at Abbeville General Hospital. Pastor Ronald Roy will officiate the service. Wilbert is survived by his daughter, Hope Clements and her husband, Jonathan of Abbeville;...
Pamela Johnson Devoltz
Jul 15, 2017
Abbeville-A memorial service will be held at a later date honoring the life of Pamela Diane Johnson DeVoltz, 70, who died Saturday, July 15, 2017 at her residence. She is survived by her sons, Dewayne "Rocky" DeVoltz, Jr. and James Himel; five daughters, Melanie LeBlanc, Diana Graf, Jackie Robertson, Donna Vizina and Heather Menard; seventeen grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and...
Barbara Ann Touchet
Jul 14, 2017
Gueydan — Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Gueydan honoring the life of Barbara Ann Touchet, 75, who died Friday, July 14, 2017 at Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend Corey Campeaux officiating the services. She is survived by...
John Cedric Faulk
Jul 12, 2017
Kaplan — John Cedric Faulk, 59, died Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at University Hospital and Clinics in Lafayette. He is survived by his wife, Christa L. Faulk of Kaplan; two sons, Clinton John Faulk of Lafayette and Matthew Faulk of Lafayette; two daughters, Katie F. and her husband Chris Ortega of Lafayette and Lori Faulk of Lafayette. He is also...
Eldes Joseph Touchet
Jul 10, 2017
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Eldes Joseph Touchet, 89, who died Monday, July 10, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Leroy Community Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Cameron...
Clougest "Cj" Boudreaux
Jul 8, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Clougest “CJ” Boudreaux, 82, who died Saturday July 8, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his family. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be...
Nolan "Joey" Colomb, Jr.
Jul 6, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Nolan Colomb Jr., 48, who died Thursday, July 6, 2017. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Pastor Glenn Dehart officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Eric Broussard, John Nelms, Kevin Akers, Michael...
Devons "Mr. V" Vincent
Jul 5, 2017
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Devons "Mr. V" Vincent, 68, who passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at his residence. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Rebecca "Becky" Boggs Vincent of Kaplan; one son, Lance Vincent of Lafayette;...
Whitney Joseph Istre
Jul 4, 2017
Abbeville— A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 06, 2017 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Whitney J. Istre, who passed away on Tuesday, July 04, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Reverend Michael Richard officiating. Pallbearers will be...
Olga Langlinais Toups
Jul 4, 2017
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Olga Langlinais Toups, 95, she was born on December 3, 1921, and passed away in her home in Abbeville, LA on July 4, 2017. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen...
Kevin Jude Faulk
Jul 2, 2017
Kaplan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Kevin Jude Faulk, 60, who passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Cossinade Cemetery. He is survived by his...
Florence Marie Judge
Jun 30, 2017
Kaplan—Florence Marie Judge, 58, returned to her heavenly home on June 30, 2017. She passed away at her residence after a valiant battle with a prolonged illness, surrounded by family and friends. Her devotion to her family and firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace. Florence was born January 12, 1959 to the...
Corey Jude Broussard
Jun 29, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Corey Jude Broussard, 47, who died Thursday, June 29, 2017. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Andrew Schumacher officiating the services. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent...
Myriam Cruz Soudy
Jun 28, 2017
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Myriam Cruz Soudy, 67, who died Wednesday, June 28, 2017. Fr. Michael Richard will officiate the service. Myriam is survived by her sons, Carlos O. Soudy and his wife Pamela, and Jorge E. Soudy and his wife...
Charles W. "Bill" Massie Iii
Jun 28, 2017
Abbeville— A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 03, 2017 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Charles W “Bill” Massie III of Lafayette, LA who passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 in Orange Beach Alabama. Bill is survived by his loving wife Eileen “Mac” Massie and his...