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.
Wells Kevin Zaunbrecher
Dec 17, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mark Miley will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 20, 2024, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Wells Kevin Zaunbrecher, 1, who passed away on December 17, 2024, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral...
Leeward Joseph Thibodeaux
Dec 15, 2024
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 PM, Thursday, December 19, 2024, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Leeward Joseph Thibodeaux, 93, with Reverend Nicholas DuPre’ officiating. Leeward passed away on Sunday December 15, 2024, at his residence. Lectors for the Mass will be Rani P. Broussard and Kim Armentor. Gift bearers...
Eldridge "T-Hum" Humble
Dec 12, 2024
A Funeral Service officiated by Deacon Tom Summers will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Eldridge "T-Hum" Humble, 71, who passed away on December 12, 2024.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM...
Isabelle P. Gallet
Dec 9, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, December 13, 2024, at St Francis Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church honoring the life of Isabelle P. Gallet, 87, who passed away on December 9, 2024 at Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on...
Hilda Manceaux Marceaux
Dec 6, 2024
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Hilda Manceaux Marceaux, 86, with Reverend Mikel Polson officiating. Hilda passed away on December 6, 2024.
Hilda was a devoted loving wife of 67 years, an inspirational and nurturing mother, and...
Isabelle Adams Doucet
Dec 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Isabelle Adams Doucet, who passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on October 29, 1942, Isabelle lived a life filled with love, warmth, and a vibrant spirit that touched all those who knew her.
Isabelle spent her years in Abbeville, Louisiana, where...
Sarah Jean Sweet
Dec 1, 2024
Our beloved daughter, sister, and friend, Sarah Jean Sweet, 55, passed away on December 1, 2024.
She is survived by her mother, Nancy Brandel of St. Charles, MO; one sister, Rachel Lavergne (Jason) of Springfield, LA; one brother, Andrew Sweet (Jennifer) of Wildwood, MO; five nieces, Regen Puissegur (Kyle), Aubree Lavergne, Mackenzie Lavergne, Keely Sweet, and Juliana Sweet; one great niece,...
Evelyn LeMaire Sellers
Dec 1, 2024
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 PM, Saturday, December 7, 2024, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Evelyn LeMaire Sellers, 87, with Reverend Daniel Picard officiating. Evelyn passed away on December 1, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital. Readers for the Mass will be Steve Sellers and Ellen LeMaire....
Ruby Mae Bertrand
Nov 30, 2024
Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Ruby Mae Bertrand, 93, who passed away on November 30, 2024 at her residence.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Tuesday, December 03, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00...
Annie Bell Richard
Nov 29, 2024
Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 01, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Annie Bell Richard, 90, who passed away on November 29, 2024 at The Vermilion At East Ridge.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Sunday, December 01, 2024, from 9:00 AM until...
Hilda Sagrera Choate
Nov 26, 2024
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 30, 2024 at St. James Catholic Church in Esther, LA., honoring the life of Hilda Sagrera Choate, 78, who passed away on November 26, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.
Father Emmanuel "Many" Fernandez will officiate at the funeral mass. Burial will follow at Esther...
Loretta Broussard Davidson
Nov 26, 2024
ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Leroy, Louisiana, honoring the life of Loretta Broussard Davidson, 81, who passed away on November 26, 2024, at Woodbriar Assisted Living in Maurice, Louisiana.
Reverend Paul Bienvenu will officiate at the funeral mass. Burial will follow...
Lester James David
Nov 25, 2024
A Mass and Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 30, 2024 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Cow Island honoring the life of Lester J. David, 91, who passed away on November 25, 2024 at his home in Cow Island.
A formal visitation will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church on...
John Gerald "J.J." Johnson
Nov 23, 2024
John Gerald "J.J." Johnson, 63, passed away on November 23, 2024 at his residence.
He is survived by his children, Chrystal N. Wainright and her husband, Jonathan and her children, Morgan Broussard, Rylynn Johnson, Cryslyn Willis; Brent Johnson and his wife, Jessica and their children, Annison, Blayden and Kinlynn Johnson; and Ashley Miller; his father, Johnnie Lynn Johnson; his siblings, Mikle...
Patrick James Chauvin
Nov 23, 2024
ABBEVILLE - A mass of Christian burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at St. John Church in Henry, honoring the life of Patrick James Chauvin, 83, who passed away on Saturday November 23, 2024 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Lafayette, LA.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. Saint...
Everette John "Tippy" Guidry
Nov 21, 2024
A Mass of Christian burial celebrated by Reverend Daniel Picard will be held on Tuesday November 26, 2024 at 2:30 PM at St. Mary Magdalen Church for Everette “Tippy” Guidry, 79, who passed away suddenly, at his home, on Thursday November 21, 2024. Honored to serve as pallbearers will be Gregory Guidry, Jude Broussard, Gary Guidry, Ian Griffin, Ted Broussard,...
Clifton Smith Davis
Nov 21, 2024
Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at Vincent Funeral Home at 3:00 pm honoring the life of Clifton Smith Davis, 69, who passed away on November 21, 2024.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home Abbeville on Monday November 25, 2024 from 9:00 am until time of service.
Deacon William Vincent will officiate at the funeral service.
He is survived...
Carlton Paul Trahan, Sr.
Nov 20, 2024
Carlton Paul Trahan, Sr., son of proud parents Ophelias and Bernice Marie (Mire) Trahan, first saw the light of day in Crowley, Louisiana on September 19, 1951, and passed away on November 20, 2024, at his residence in Madisonville, Texas.
Carlton grew up in “Cajun” country and so it was no surprise that everything he did reflected his deep Cajun roots....
Adam Broussard
Nov 20, 2024
ABBEVILLE-Adam Broussard, born on September 17, 1931, in Abbeville, LA, passed away on November 20, 2024, at his home. He was the original owner and operator of Broussard's Water Softener, a business he led for many years. In 1962, Adam joined the Abbeville Fire Department, where he served with dedication and passion, eventually retiring as an Assistant Chief after 34...
Deborah Ann Young
Nov 18, 2024
A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Deborah Ann Young, 71 who passed away unexpectedly at her residence in Church Point. Fr. Herb Bennerfield will officiate the memorial service. She had a passionate love for her dog, Sophie, and found joy in sharing...