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.
Richard Stephens Wiley Sr.
Feb 28, 2026
Richard Stephens Wiley Sr., age 54, passed away on February 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Bradenton, Florida, but called Baton Rouge, Louisiana, home for many years. Richard was an avid fisherman and talented woodworker who found joy in working with his hands. He loved tending to his chickens and vegetable garden while spending time...
Virgie C. LeMaire
Feb 28, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Virgie C LeMaire, 78, who passed away on February 28, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the...
Greg Allen Young
Feb 26, 2026
Greg Allen Young, age 67, passed away on February 26, 2026 at his residence.
He is survived by his two children, Shaina Young Roy (Brock) of Kaplan and Brayton Young (Shawna) of Kaplan; five grandchildren, Logan Roy (Gracie), Aiden Roy, Emily Roy, Kason Young, and Bodhi Young; his mother, Jacqui Zarate (Mike); and one sister, Kim Young.
He was preceded in death...
Loraine Breaux
Feb 25, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, March 2, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Loraine Gaspard Breaux, 87, who passed away on February 25, 2026, at Kaplan Healthcare Center. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady...
Dolores Campbell Meaux
Feb 25, 2026
ABBEVILLE - It is with great sadness and the heaviest, but also peaceful hearts that the family of Dolores Marie Campbell Meaux, 87, announces her passing from this life into the arms of angels peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loved ones on February 25, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Paul Bienvenu will be held...
Grace B. Fontenot
Feb 25, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 02, 2026, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Grace Fontenot, 93, who passed away on February 25, 2026, at Kaplan Healthcare Center. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the...
Loison Joseph Vincent Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Billy" Vincent will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, honoring the life of Loison Joseph Vincent, Jr., 81, who passed away on February 23, 2026, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be...
Sandra Trahan LeBouef
Feb 20, 2026
Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend François Sainte-Marie will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Sandra Louise LeBouef, 88, who passed away on February 20, 2026 at her residence in Abbeville. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery....
John Blake Stanford
Feb 17, 2026
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Don Bernard will be held at 1:30 PM, Saturday, February 21, 2026, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, honoring the life of John Blake Stanford, 51, who passed away on February 17, 2026, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary...
Fred Joseph Hewlett
Feb 15, 2026
Frederick Joseph Hewlett, 67, passed away on February 15, 2026, at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Paula Hebert Hewlett, with whom he built a life marked by perseverance and commitment. He is also survived by his children, Jennifer Fontenot (Anthony), Lisa Harris, and Stacey Hewlett; and by Heather Brown (Frank),...
Anna Belanger
Feb 15, 2026
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Matthew Barzare will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 19, 2026, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, honoring the life of Anna Marie Boudreaux Belanger, 76, who passed away on February 15, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen...
Ricky John Meaux
Feb 15, 2026
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial for Ricky John Meaux, officiated by Reverend Emmanuel Manny Fernandez, will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Henry, LA. He will be laid to rest at the Bancker Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S...
Alex P. Marceaux
Feb 14, 2026
A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Alex Paul Marceaux, 39, who passed away on February 14, 2026. Interment will follow at Gueydan Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan on Saturday, April 11,...
Yvonne Marie Viator
Feb 14, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend William Schambough will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 19, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton, honoring the life of Yvonne Marie Viator, 67, who passed away on February 14, 2026, at her residence on Church Point. She will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Cemetery in Milton....
Allen John Cormier
Feb 11, 2026
Allen John Cormier, 94, passed away on February 11, 2026 at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home. He was laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
He is survived by his two sisters, Geri Cormier of Conroe, Tx and Cheryl Eakens of Alpine, Tx
.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ides Cormier and the former Elita Dronet;...
Alice Simon Girouard
Feb 11, 2026
Alice Girouard, a devoted wife, mother, nurse, and community servant, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on February 11, 2026. Her life was defined by faith, service, and an unwavering commitment to those she cared for—both at home and throughout her community.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 1:00 PM,...
Nell Suire
Feb 7, 2026
A mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, February 11, 2026. at Saint Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Mary Nell Suire, 72, who passed away on February 07, 2026, at Our Lady of Lords Regional Medical Center. She will be laid to rest at Saint Anne's Cemetery. Serving as...
Patrick Lloyd Hartwell
Feb 5, 2026
A memorial service officiated by Reverend Chyrelena Peyton will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Gueydan Methodist Church honoring the life of Patrick Lloyd Hartwell, 65, who passed away on February 5, 2026, at his residence.
A visitation will take place at Gueydan Methodist Church on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.
Pat...
Brenda Theall Hanks
Feb 2, 2026
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Rev. François Sainte-Marie will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, honoring the life of Brenda Theall Hanks, 76, who passed away on February 2, 2026, at Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She will be laid to rest at St....
Terry James Gaspard
Jan 29, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Terry James Gaspard, who left us peacefully on January 29, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on November 17, 1964, in Kaplan, LA, Terry made his home in Abbeville, LA, where he cultivated a life filled with love, family, and cherished friendships. Terry's dedication to his career was inspiring to all,...
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