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.
John Beverly "Buster" Broussard
Jun 27, 2019
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at a 1:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at St. Therese of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of John Beverly “Buster” Broussard, 86, who died Thursday, June 27, 2019.
He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Tim Marcantel officiating...
Rita Kershaw Mouton
Jun 21, 2019
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Rita Kershaw Mouton, 85, who died Friday, June 21, 2019 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Mr. Bruce Runner officiating the services.
She is survived by her...
Harris Kenneth Lapointe
Jun 19, 2019
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Harris Kenneth LaPointe, 86, who died Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at his residence.
He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Cody Miller officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Luke...
Leona Graffeo Leblanc
Jun 18, 2019
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Leona Graffeo LeBlanc, 93, who died Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Pelican Pointe Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Gary Schexnayder officiating the services....
Larry James Primeaux
Jun 17, 2019
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Larry James Primeaux, 64, who died Monday, June 17, 2019 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Cedric Primeaux, Zepherin Primeaux, Kent Abshire, Kendrick Trahan, John...
Earl James Touchet
Jun 16, 2019
Abbeville- Earl James Touchet, 72, of Abbeville, LA, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019, at Lafayette General Medical Hospital. He was born September 17, 1946, in Abbeville, LA to Gladys Marie DeMarcay Touchet and Curley Joseph Touchet.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret...
Alfred Lovelace Doucet
Jun 14, 2019
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Alfred Lovelace Doucet, 91, who died Friday, June 14, 2019 at Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services.
He is survived...
Ervis Broussard
Jun 14, 2019
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Ervis Broussard, 93, who died Friday, June 14, 2019 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Pecan Island Community Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Brennan Mire, Wyatt Roy, Caitlin Roy, Anthony Langlinais,...
Marty Gerard Baudoin
Jun 14, 2019
Abbeville-A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Lucille "Tuffy" Benoit
Jun 13, 2019
Gueydan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Gueydan honoring the life of Lucille Benoit, 74, who died Thursday, June 13, 2019 at her residence. Reverend Corey Campeaux will be officiating the services.
Lucille was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She enjoyed playing cards with...
Joanne Broussard Hebert
Jun 13, 2019
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 17, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Joanne Broussard Hebert, 71, who died Thursday, June 13, 2019. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services.
Joanne is survived by...
Evelyn Barry
Jun 13, 2019
Cow Island—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Evelyn Barry, 94, who died Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home. She will be laid to rest at St. Anne Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
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Euphemie "Faye" Petry
Jun 10, 2019
Gueydan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Euphemie B. Petry, 87, who died Monday, June 10, 2019 at Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend Corey Campeaux officiating the services.
She...
Earl "T-Earl" Dartez
Jun 10, 2019
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Earl George Dartez, 88, who died Monday, June 10, 2019 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at LeMaire Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
He is survived by his...
Paul English Mayeaux
Jun 6, 2019
Abbeville—Memorial services will be held at 11:15 AM on Friday, June 14, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Paul English Mayeaux, 57, who died Thursday, June 6, 2019 at Abbeville General Hospital.
Reverend Louis Richard will officiate the services.
Paul is survived by his wife, Anna Holmes Mayeaux; son, Maxwell...
Shirley M. Petry
Jun 5, 2019
Gueydan - The Family of Shirley Petry is mourning the loss of their loved one who was called from her earthly life on June 5, 2019 at the age of 91. She was born to L.C. and Inez Melancon, on January 17, 1928 and lived in Klondike. She was married to Proford Petry who preceded her in death in...
Wilda Prejean Broussard
Jun 5, 2019
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Wilda Mary Broussard, 94, who went to meet the Lord on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.
She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Father Michael Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers...
Ella Mae Labry Hebert
Jun 4, 2019
Kaplan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Ella Mae Labry Hebert, 93, who died Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Acadia General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley...
Norman Lee Primeaux
Jun 3, 2019
Abbeville-Private graveside services will be held at a later date honoring the life of Norman Lee Primeaux, 72, who died Monday, June 3, 2019.
Norman is survived by his son, Shawn Primeaux; grandson, Ethan Primeaux; sister, Margaret Broussard; and three brothers, Alvin Primeaux, Daniel Primeaux (Lynn), and Robert Primeaux.
He was preceded in death by...
Robert "Beka" Dale Vincent
Jun 3, 2019
Kaplan — Robert "Beka" Dale Vincent, 59, died Monday, June 3, 2019 at Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital.
He is survived by his daughter, Shyann Vincent of Abbeville; his parents, Joseph Vincent, Jr. and Eugenia LeMaire Vincent of Kaplan; two sisters, Bonnie and her husband, Bubba Benoit of Kaplan and Connie V. and her husband, Kenneth Romero of...