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.
Elijah "E.J." Sabastian Benoit
Jan 11, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Pastor Troy Duhon will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Elijah "E.J. Sabastian Benoit, 14, who passed away on January 11, 2026, at Ochsner Acadia General Hospital. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Gabe Benoit,...
Debra Kibodeaux Broussard
Jan 9, 2026
ABBEVILLE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debra Ann Kibodeaux Broussard, who left us on January 9, 2026, at the age of 71. Debra was born on October 22, 1954, in Crowley, Louisiana, and raised her family in Abbeville, where she created a warm and loving home as a dedicated homemaker.
A celebration of life honoring Debra’s memory...
Angela Marissa Ledford
Jan 9, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Pastor Minos Foster will be held at 1:00 PM, Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Angela Marissa Ledford, 55, who passed away on January 9, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Pecan Island Community Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home...
David "Joe" Anders
Jan 9, 2026
Funeral services officiated by Reverend Travis Graves will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of David "Joe" Anders, 73, who passed away on January 9, 2026, at Kaplan Healthcare Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
A visitation will take...
James Meyer Mestayer
Jan 7, 2026
ABBEVILLE-A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Randy Courville will be held at 2:30 PM, Friday, January 9, 2026, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, honoring the life of James Meyer Mestayer, 83, who passed away on January 7, 2026, at The Carpenter House. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery alongside his wife. Serving as...
Dolores "Dee" Cormier
Jan 7, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, January 9, 2026, at St. Francis Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church honoring the life of Dolores Marie Cormier, 86, who passed away on January 7, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
A...
Melisa Ann Stanley
Jan 6, 2026
Abbeville-It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Melisa Ann Wordell Stanley, 59, who passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Calcutta House.
Heaven gained a selfless and caring soul. Melisa was a loving wife, mother, Mimi, sister, and friend. As a nurse, she put the healing of others above her own with unmatched dedication....
Betty Foster Morgan
Jan 5, 2026
ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Rev. Emmanuel Fernandez will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, Esther (21125 LA Hwy. 333, Abbeville), honoring the life of Betty Jane Foster Morgan, 91, who passed away on January 5, 2026, at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Esther...
John Russell Boudreaux, Sr.
Dec 30, 2025
Abbeville-A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend François Sainte-Marie will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 3, 2026, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of John Russell Boudreaux, Sr., 89, who passed away on December 30, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He will be laid to rest at...
Cleveland Mire
Dec 30, 2025
ABBEVILLE - Funeral services officiated by Pastor Chris Theall and Pastor Layne Payne will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 5, 2026, at Vincent Funeral Home, honoring the life of Cleveland Mire, 76, who passed away on December 30, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Honored to serve as pallbearers will...
Mildred L. Meaux
Dec 30, 2025
Mildred Leonard Meaux, a cherished member of the Kaplan community, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on July 6, 1938, in Abbeville, Louisiana, she devoted her life to her family and her work as a beautician, where she shared her passion for beauty and style for 40 years.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated...
Joetter Istre
Dec 27, 2025
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM honoring the life of Joetter Istre, 83, who passed away on December 27, 2025, at her residence. A rosary will be prayed at 3:00 PM.
Ms. Istre was a beloved French teacher who taught in Jeff Davis Parish for...
Dr. David Anthony Tate
Dec 23, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Matthew Barzare will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of David Anthony Tate, 83, who passed away on December 23, 2025, at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Anne Cemetery. Serving...
Melissa Dronet
Dec 21, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 AM, on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Melissa Dronet, 72, who passed away peacefully at her residence on December 21, 2025. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery with Reverend Stephen...
Michael Griffin
Dec 21, 2025
Abbeville-Funeral services officiated by Deacon William "Bill" Vincent will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home honoring the life of Michael Griffin, 78, who passed away on December 21, 2025 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Honored to serve as pallbearers will be, Reid Broussard, Cole...
Preston "Bozo" Cormier
Dec 19, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Preston "Bozo" Cormier, 69, who passed away on December 19, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
Serving as...
Alton "Tanny" Gaspard
Dec 19, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, December 22, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Alton "Tanny" Gaspard, 79, who passed away on December 19, 2025, peacefully surrounded by his family. He will be laid to rest at St. Anne Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral...
Sidonia L. Primeaux
Dec 17, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Sidonia L. Primeaux, 91, who passed away on December 17, 2025, at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Pallbearers...
Betty Dubois Herring
Dec 17, 2025
Betty Dubois Herring, age 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 17, 2025. Her life was rooted in deep Catholic faith, quiet service, and unwavering devotion to her family.
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Andrew Schumacher will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Lafayette. Burial will follow...
Eurna T. Gaspard
Dec 16, 2025
Funeral services officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Eurna T. Gaspard, 90, who passed away on December 16, 2025, at Vermilion Heath Care Center. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.
A visitation will...
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