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.
Ollie Trahan Noel
May 23, 2020
Abbeville—It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Ollie T. Noel, age 92. Ollie passed away on May 23, 2020 in her home with her doting daughter at her side.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. She...
Lynn Paul Thibeaux
May 23, 2020
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 29, 2020 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Lynn Paul Thibeaux, 76, who died Saturday, May 23, 2020 at his residence.
He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Andre Metrejean officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Jude...
Russell Wayne Abshire
May 22, 2020
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 25, 2020 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Russell Wayne Abshire, 69, who died Friday, May 22, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Palthasar Arrockia Doss officiating the services.
He is survived by...
Nola Broussard Meyers
May 21, 2020
ABBEVILLE—It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Nola B. Meyers, age 92. On Mother's Day, 2020, congestive heart failure reared its presence and she fought hard to the end. Nola entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Abbeville General Hospital. She had most recently been a resident at Eastridge Senior Assisted Living Suites....
Maryann Bodin Scalisi
May 20, 2020
ABBEVILLE—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 25, 2020 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic for Maryann Bodin Scalisi, 91, who passed away peacefully in her home Wednesday, May 20, 2020 with her family by her side.
She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Donald Bernard...
Joseph Charles Milliman, Jr.
May 20, 2020
ERATH—Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 22, 2020 at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery in Erath honoring the life of Joseph Charles Milliman Jr., 65, who died Wednesday, May 20, 2020. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery with Fr. Andre Metrejean officiating the services.
He is...
Willard "T - Boy" John Bufford
May 18, 2020
Cow Island—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Willard John Bufford, Sr. 81, who died Monday, May 18, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Harrington Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
He...
Mary Dean Broussard
May 17, 2020
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Mary Dartez Broussard, 83, who died Sunday, May 17, 2020 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. François Sainte-Marie officiating the services....
Dorothy Toups Sherman
May 14, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Kaplan Cemetery honoring the life of Dorothy Toups Sherman, 87, who died Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Maison du Monde Living Center. She will be laid to rest with Reverend Farley Painter officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Kevin Wilkinson II, Joe Hayes,...
Todd James Hebert
May 13, 2020
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Todd James Hebert, 37, who died Wednesday, May 13, 2020. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon William "Billy" Vincent officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Kyle Choate, Casey Sonnier, Joshua...
Danny Reed Campbell
May 12, 2020
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Danny Reed Campbell, 61, who died Tuesday, May 12, 2020.
He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Cody Miller officiating the services.
Danny is survived by his...
Stella Marie Lequeux
May 12, 2020
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, May 18, 2020 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Stella Marie Lequeux, 96, who died Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Bancker Cemetery with Father Donald Bernard officiating the services.
Gardening was...
Shirley Abshire
May 10, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services were held at Kaplan Cemetery honoring the life of Shirley Abshire, 83, who died Sunday, May 10, 2020 at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice.
She is survived by her son, Carson Abshire and his wife, Verlene of Kaplan; her two daughters, Rhonda A. Davis and her husband, Robbie of Fairhope, AL and Krisen...
Patsy Ruth Doyle Lemaire
May 8, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Patsy Ruth Doyle LeMaire, 75, who died Friday, May 8, 2020 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at LeMaire Cemetery with Reverend Greg Willis officiating the services.
After being employed at Garan, Inc. for years, Patsy became a loving babysitter to many children in the...
Verian Ann Bertrand
May 5, 2020
Abbeville-A private graveside service will be held honoring the life of Verian Ann Broussard Bertrand, 73, who died Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at Lafayette General Medical Center.
Verian is survived by her two sons, Shannon Bertrand and his wife, Sandra, and Shyle Bertrand and his wife, Jami; five grandchildren, Hali Bertrand, Konner Bertrand, Kade Bertrand, Emeral Guidry...
Gurthel V. Decuire
May 1, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Gurthel V. Decuire, 95, who died Friday, May 1, 2020 at Abbeville General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Donald Bernard officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers are Robert Nugier, Jason Cabrol, Barry Broussard, Lawrence Decuire, Jr., Olton Decuire, and Jonathan Vincent. Honorary...
Natalina Esteves Carabiberis
Apr 28, 2020
KAPLAN—Graveside services were held honoring the life of Natalina Esteves Carabiberis, 91, who died Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Evangeline Oaks Guest Home. She was be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery.
She is survived by her two sisters, Emelia E. Engel of Porto Alegre, Brazil and Ana E. Fraga of Porto Alegre, Brazil; and her brother,...
Gilbert Hargrave
Apr 27, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Gilbert Hargrave, 91, who died Monday, April 27, 2020 at Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Palthasar Arrockia Doss officiating the services.
Gilbert was a native and lifelong resident of Kaplan. He was married to the late Louise Winnie...
Ella Mae Lemaire Elder
Apr 24, 2020
Gueydan— Graveside services were held honoring the life of Ella Mae LeMaire Elder, 94, who died Friday, April 24, 2020 at The Broadway Nursing and Rehabilitation.
Ella Mae was born and raised in Gueydan. She currently resided in Lockport, LA.
She is survived by her three sons, John O. Elder, Jr. (Jesse) of Alvarado, TX,...
Beth Broussard Melebeck
Apr 23, 2020
Beth Broussard Melebeck, passed away on April 23, 2020 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. In view of the current COVID-19 Pandemic, graveside services, with immediate family only, will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Father Louis Richard and Father Donald Bernard presiding. A memorial mass will be held at...