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.

Tina Luquette

Tina Luquette

Mar 11, 2025

A Funeral Service officiated by Pastor R.J. Landry will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 14, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Tina B. Luquette, 56, who passed away on March 11, 2025.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and will continue...

Ernest LeBouef

Ernest LeBouef

Mar 11, 2025

A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Ernest "Big Boy" LeBouef, 79, who passed away on March 11, 2025.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Wednesday from 4:00 PM until time of services...

Lurby Richard Vincent

Lurby Richard Vincent

Mar 10, 2025

Hail, Mary, full of grace,

the Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou amongst women

and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God,

pray for us sinners,

now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 13, 2025, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Maurice honoring the...

Herman James Adams

Herman James Adams

Mar 7, 2025

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Herman James Adams, 83, who passed away on March 7, 2025 at his residence.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 11:45...

Beverly LeBlanc Michaud

Beverly LeBlanc Michaud

Mar 6, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 10, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery honoring the life of Beverly Ann LeBlanc Michaud, 83, who passed away on March 6, 2025 at Eastridge Nursing Center. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the memorial service.

Beverly found joy in simple pleasures, often partaking in outings with friends,...

Nancy Boulet LeJeune

Nancy Boulet LeJeune

Mar 4, 2025

Nancy Boulet LeJeune, 65, died Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at her residence. A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 7, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church.

Nancy was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a devoted Catholic strong in...

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry

Mar 4, 2025

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 19, 1937, in Kaplan, LA, Lucy lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family and her passions.

Lucy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She found joy in...

Timothy Bodin

Timothy Bodin

Mar 3, 2025

 

Abbeville- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timothy Bodin, who left us peacefully on March 3, 2025, at the age of 60. Timothy was born on November 23, 1964, in Lafayette, Louisiana but spent most of his life in Abbeville, Louisiana, where he built a loving home with his family. His funeral service will take...

Keith Edward Meaux

Keith Edward Meaux

Mar 2, 2025

A funeral service officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre for Keith Edward Meaux will be held at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 6, 2025. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday from 9:00 AM until the time of service. A rosary will be prayed at 10:30 AM.

Keith, 71, of...

Arnold Elwood Denby, Jr.

Arnold Elwood Denby, Jr.

Feb 28, 2025

 A Funeral Service will be held at 9:00 AM, on Friday, March 7, 2025, at The Pentecostals of Lafayette honoring the life of Arnold E. Denby, Jr., 80, who passed away on February 28, 2025, at his residence. Pastor Derek Weber will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Old Cypress Cemetery...

Shirley Picard LaCour

Shirley Picard LaCour

Feb 26, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 28, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church in Esther honoring the life of Shirley Picard LaCour, 89, who passed away on February 26, 2025, at her residence. Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate at the funeral mass. Readers will be Claire Broussard and Christine LaCour. Gift...

Virginia Julie Flory

Virginia Julie Flory

Feb 25, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, February 28, 2025, at St. Paul Cemetery honoring the life of Virginia Julie Flory, 86, who passed away on February 25, 2025, at her residence. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the services.

She is survived by her son, Ronald Flory; daughter, Mona Trahan (Glynn); grandchildren, Derek Roy (Caitlyn), Ashley Romero...

Ozite Hargrave Trahan

Ozite Hargrave Trahan

Feb 24, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Ozite passed away peacefully at Eastridge Nursing Home. She was born in Cow Island, Louisiana, and raised in Indian Bayou, Louisiana. She was the middle and last living child of fifteen siblings. Her main enjoyments in life were Hargrave family reunions, as she adored her beloved siblings, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who had her whole heart. She...

Wayne James Adams

Wayne James Adams

Feb 24, 2025

Wayne J. Adams, a beloved teacher and cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on February 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Abbeville on September 1, 1959 raised in Kaplan, Wayne dedicated his life to education and service, teaching social studies at Gueydan High School for many years. His passion for knowledge, his kind and generous...

Prentis T. Gaspard

Prentis T. Gaspard

Feb 23, 2025

A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Glenn Meaux will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, February 28, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Prentis T Gaspard, 92, who passed away on February 23, 2025 at Eastridge Nursing Center.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 9:00...

Donna Kaye Bourque Abshire

Donna Kaye Bourque Abshire

Feb 23, 2025

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so He put His arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me.”

With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to...

Waldon James Duhon

Waldon James Duhon

Feb 23, 2025

Erath-Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, February 28, 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath honoring the life of Waldon James Duhon, 72, who passed away on February 23, 2025 at his residence. Deacon Glynn Stutes will officiate at the funeral services. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum. Readers will be...

Ronnie James Lee

Ronnie James Lee

Feb 21, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Graceland Cemetery honoring the life of Ronnie James Lee, 83, who passed away on February 21, 2025, at his residence. Rev. Cynthia (Cindy) L. Luquette, Pastor at Abbeville United Methodist Church will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Dennis Thibodeaux, Terry Ledet, Ronnie Denais, Phillip...

Joseph Byrnes "J.B." Peré

Joseph Byrnes "J.B." Peré

Feb 18, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Nicholas Dupré will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Joseph Byrnes "J.B." Peré, 93, who passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025 at Vermilion Heath Care Center. He will be laid to rest at...

John Michael "Mike" Granger

John Michael "Mike" Granger

Feb 18, 2025

Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at 12:30 PM, Monday, February 24, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of John "Mike" Michael Granger, 75, who passed away on February 18, 2025, at Eastridge Nursing Center. Deacon Keith Duhon will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dr....

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