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.
Mary Loyce Stagg
Jan 23, 2025
Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 08, 2025, at Mt. Triumph Baptist Church honoring the life of Mary Loyce Stagg, 78, who passed away on January 23, 2025, at Abbeville General Hospital. Burial will follow at Mount Triumph Cemetery. Pastor Willy Williams will officiate the services.
A visitation will take place at Mt. Triumph Baptist...
Calvin Williams
Jan 22, 2025
ABBEVILLE, LA - Calvin "CW" Williams, 71 died Wednesday morning, January 22, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Calvin "CW" Williams was born on August 24, 1953, to the union of Lawrence and Lillian C. Williams, Sr., of Abbeville, LA. He was one of eleven children born to this union. Calvin graduated from Abbeville High in 1973. After...
Carole Abshire Crochet
Jan 20, 2025
Gueydan, LA - A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan honoring the life of Carole Abshire Crochet, 74, who passed away on January 20, 2025. Burial will follow at Gueydan Cemetery.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Gueydan on Friday, January 24, 2025, from 3:00...
Beverly Campbell Landry
Jan 19, 2025
Kaplan, Louisiana- A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, January 24, 2025 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Beverly Landry, 85, who passed away on January 19, 2025 at Maison Du Monde Living Center.
A visitation will take place at Vincent...
Florence M. Broussard
Jan 18, 2025
A Memorial Service officiated by Deacon Tom Sommers will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 1:00 pm at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Florence Mouton Broussard, 83, who passed away on January 18, 2025, at her residence.
She is survived by her two sons, Jerry Broussard (Lisa) of Kaplan, La and Terry Broussard...
Mona Rae Boudreaux
Jan 18, 2025
A Memorial Service officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, January 24, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Mona Rae Boudreaux, 61, who passed away on January 18, 2025 at her residence.
She is survived by her companion, Michael Mire of Kaplan; her children, Cassie Seaux and her husband,...
Roxane Marie Vincent
Jan 17, 2025
Abbeville-A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, January 24, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath with Reverend Clinton Sensat officiating, honoring the life of Roxane Marie Vincent, who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on January 17, 2025, at the age of 59. A burial will follow in the...
Dorothy G. Sztroin
Jan 15, 2025
Gueydan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Corey Campeaux will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 18, 2025, at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Dorothy G. Sztroin, 88, who passed away on January 15, 2025, at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home.
Dorothy enjoyed reading, baking, sewing, and traveling. She often mentioned her...
Rosa Belle Clostio
Jan 13, 2025
Kaplan - A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Rosa Belle "Shoo Shoon" Clostio, 96, who passed away on January 13, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of...
Larry "Coach" Dugas, Jr.
Jan 11, 2025
ABBEVILLE – A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend François Sainte-Marie, will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, honoring the life of Larry George Dugas, Jr., 93, who passed away on January 11, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones.
For 40 years, Coach Dugas dedicated himself...
Mamie Prudhomme
Jan 8, 2025
Kaplan - With heavy hearts, but lifted spirits, we announce the passing of Mamie Louise Prudhomme, who left us peacefully on January 8, 2025, at the age of 88, at Pointe Coupee General Hospital, New Roads Louisiana.
Born on July 26, 1936, and raised in Kaplan Louisiana, her lifelong home, where she was a dedicated mother to her children, and wife...
Alwood Francis "Shorty" Langlinais
Jan 8, 2025
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 13, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Alwood Francis "Shorty" Langlinais, 84, who passed away on January 8, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family.
The visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Sunday from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM and...
Sheran Ann Broussard Lee
Jan 8, 2025
ABBEVILLE-It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sheran Ann Broussard Lee, age 77, who peacefully departed this life on January 8, 2025 at The Calcutta House in Lafayette. Born on August 26, 1947, Sheran was a dedicated educator who devoted 42 years of her life teaching at Forked Island, E. Broussard, and Seventh Ward Elementary Schools....
Susan L Stelly
Jan 6, 2025
Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Linda LeBlanc Stelly, 74, who passed away on January 6, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.
For over 30 years, Susan dedicated herself...
Burdiel Hebert Menard
Jan 5, 2025
ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at St. Paul Cemetery honoring the life of Burdiel Hebert Menard, 86, who passed away on January 5, 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Deacon William Vincent will offiate the services. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery.
She is survived by her daughters,...
Elva Jane Hebert
Jan 3, 2025
Funeral Services officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, January 08, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Elva Jane Hebert, 89, who passed away on January 3, 2025 at Maison du Monde. The burial will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Cemetery.
A visitation will...
Ronald "Shoo" Benoit
Jan 2, 2025
Abbeville- A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm honoring the life of Ronald "Shoo" James Benoit, age 65, who passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in Abbeville.
Shoo was born on May 31, 1959 in Abbeville, where he was a lifelong resident. He spent most...
Wilfred Owens, Jr.
Jan 1, 2025
ABBEVILLE-With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wilfred Owens, Jr., who left us peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on January 28, 1946, in New Iberia, Louisiana, Wilfred made his home in Maurice, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. A talented welder in the oil and gas industry,...
Gladys Hebert Hogue
Dec 31, 2024
Kaplan - Gladys Hebert Hogue, 84, of Kaplan Louisiana, passed away on December 31, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 04, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan.
Born on September 8, 1940, Gladys lived a fulfilling life as a devoted mother and grandmother, always prioritizing her family.
Gladys's life was enriched by her love for...
Franchesca Minnick-Sterling
Dec 31, 2024
Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 PM, Saturday, January 4, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Franchesca (Fran) Angelique Minnick-Sterling, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, who peacefully transitioned from life to life-eternal on December 31, 2024 at the age of 58. She was the first born of...