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.
Gerald Lee LeMaire
Nov 15, 2025
Gerald Lee LeMaire, 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his residence in Cow Island, La. Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan. He will be laid to rest at LeMaire Cemetery.
Gerald was an avid sports fan....
Arthurine McDaniel Sirmon
Nov 14, 2025
Abbeville-- Funeral services officiated by Reverend Cynthia Luquette will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Abbeville United Methodist Church honoring the life of Arthurine Sirmon, 99, who passed away on November 14, 2025. She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Saturday, November,15,...
John Winfred O'Bryan, III
Nov 13, 2025
Abbeville - A graveside service will take place on Saturday, November 22, at 11:00 am at Graceland Cemetery, 1500 Veterans Memorial Drive, Abbeville, Louisiana, for John Winfred O’Bryan III, age 84, who passed away on November 13, 2025.
John was born on October 21, 1941, and was a lifetime resident of Abbeville and the Vermilion Parish area.
John spent most of his...
Troy Michael Broussard
Nov 11, 2025
A memorial service honoring the life of Troy Michael Broussard, 60, who passed away on November 11, 2025, will be held at a later date.
Troy Broussard was a man of unwavering loyalty and honor. He maintained his valor throughout his life, always proud of his service with the United States Air Force. His brother, Anthony, gave his daughter, Ashtin, the...
Raymond J. Mathews
Nov 10, 2025
Broussard, La - RAYMOND JOSEPH MATHEWS of Broussard, LA was born on October 12,1950, to the late Helen (Ledet) and Wilbert Mathews. Raymond was the oldest of eight children. He was affectionately known as "Chuttie" to many. He grew up in Kaplan, LA and lived in St. Martinville, LA also for many years.
Raymond was a member of the 1968 graduating...
Michael "Mike" Menard
Nov 9, 2025
Kaplan, La - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" Menard, 69, who passed away on November 9, 2025.
Mike worked in the Oil and Gas Industry as a Welder. His work was always detail oriented. He took great pride in his work, and it showed in the jobs he was doing.
In his free time,...
Ja'Kyrin Reign Freeman
Nov 7, 2025
Ja'Kyrin Freeman was 5 months old. He died at his home. His service will be at the Woodman of the World at 211 Eleazar Ave Kaplan, La 70548. Visiting hours will be 9:00AM - 7:00PM.
He is survived by his mother, Katelyn Dugas of Texas; his stepfather, Isaac Parks; his maternal grandmother, Pamela Broussard of Kaplan; his great grandmother, Patricia Langlinais...
Jimmy Wayne Becker
Nov 7, 2025
ABBEVILLE – Funeral services will be officiated by Pastor Ben Davis at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home, 209 S. Saint Charles St., Abbeville, LA, honoring the life of Jimmy Wayne Becker, 70, who passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul...
Milfred Frederick Sr.
Nov 7, 2025
Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, November 10, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Milfred Frederick Sr., 94, who passed away on November 7, 2025, at The Carpenter House of St Joseph Hospice. He will be...
Paul "Dexter" Stelly
Nov 6, 2025
Kaplan, La - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, November 10, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Paul Dexter Stelly, 81, who passed away on November 6, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Our...
Louise Clostio
Nov 5, 2025
Kaplan, La - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, November 14, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Louise Clostio, 97, who passed away on November 5, 2025, at Rosewood Assisted Living. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery....
Scott Backstrom
Nov 1, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, November 7, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Scott Backstrom, 53, who passed away on November 1, 2025, at his residence.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM until...
Katherine Elizabeth Massie
Nov 1, 2025
Abbeville---A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Billy Massie will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 04, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Katherine Elizabeth Massie, 56, who passed away on November 1, 2025. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Tuesday, November 04, 2025, from 8:30 AM...
Alyson Thien-Kieu Nguyen
Oct 30, 2025
Abbeville --A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Rev. James B. Nguyen will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 8, 2025 at St. Andrew Dung-Lac and Companions Church honoring the life of Alyson Thien-Kieu Nguyen, 27, who passed away on October 30, 2025 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery.
A visitation will take...
Barbara Sue Russo
Oct 29, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Sue Russo, beloved wife, mother, and homemaker, who departed this life on October 29, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on May 25, 1952, in Abbeville, Louisiana, Sue dedicated her life to her family and the nurturing of her home, leaving a lasting impression on all who...
Allen Dale Belaire
Oct 28, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Emmanuel Fernandez will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 1, 2025, at St. John the Evangelist Church in Henry, honoring the life of Allen Dale Belaire, 79, who passed away on October 28, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Bancker Cemetery. With military honors being rendered...
Dennis LeBlanc, Jr.
Oct 25, 2025
Abbeville- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis LeBlanc, Jr., who left us peacefully on October 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 15, 1949, in Abbeville, LA.
A funeral service will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Dennis will be laid to...
Nedley Joseph Leger, Jr.
Oct 25, 2025
ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William Vincent will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, honoring the life of Nedley Joseph Leger, Jr., 85, a beloved lifelong resident of Abbeville, Louisiana, who passed away on October 25, 2025, at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington. He will be laid to...
Frances Toups Pere'
Oct 25, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A Memorial Mass honoring the life of Frances Toups Pere,’ 87, who passed away on October 25, 2025, will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate the Mass. The family request visiting will began at 9:30 AM at the church....
David E. Bigbie
Oct 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Edwin Bigbie, who passed away on October 20, 2025 at Capitol House Nursing and Rehab Center, at the age of 70.
He is survived by five children, Carita Bigbie Henry (Ryan), Lorina Ann Bigbie, Casie Renee Sparks Bigbie (James), Gail Marie Bigbie, and Amos James Tweedle; 17 grandchildren; five...
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