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.

Durphy "Frere" Broussard

Durphy "Frere" Broussard

Nov 4, 2024

ABBEVILLE- A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Durphy "Frere" Broussard, 94, who passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. 

Durphy spent his life by the Luke Bryan song “HUNTIN’, FISHIN’ & LOVIN’ EVERY DAY”. In...

Marsha Landry Pressburg

Marsha Landry Pressburg

Nov 2, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marsha Pressburg, born on October 12, 1948, in Abbeville, Louisiana. A devoted mother and cherished member of her community in Breaux Bridge, Marsha brought light and kindness to all she encountered. 

Friends and family are invited to attend Marsha's funeral service, which will be held on November 9, 2024, at 12:30 PM. Deacon...

Charles Russell Porche

Charles Russell Porche

Nov 1, 2024

 Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:30 PM, Monday, November 4, 2024 at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Charles Russell Porche, 82, passed away on November 1, 2024, at his home in New Iberia, Louisiana, surrounded by his family.Burial will be at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Keith Landry officiating.

Charles was born...

Beverly Ann Frederick Romero

Beverly Ann Frederick Romero

Nov 1, 2024

ABBEVILLE- A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, November 04, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Beverly Ann Romero, 89, who passed away on November 1, 2024, at The Vermilion at Eastridge.

 A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Monday from 9:00 AM until the time of services....

Sandy Lormand

Sandy Lormand

Oct 30, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, November 8, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Sandy Lynn Lormand, 67, who passed away on October 30, 2024 at his residence.

The visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan...

Boyd Warren Choate

Boyd Warren Choate

Oct 29, 2024

ABBEVILLE- A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Boyd Warren Choate, 73, who passed away on October 29, 2024, at his residence.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home—Abbeville on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the time of services. A...

Michael Guidry

Michael Guidry

Oct 28, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Michael Guidry, 77, who passed away on October 28, 2024 at his residence. Michael was a dedicated volunteer firefighter for 25 years with the Kaplan Fire Department. 

A visitation will take...

Gleada Ann Broussard

Gleada Ann Broussard

Oct 26, 2024

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 AM, on Monday October 28, 2024 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church 300 Pere Megret St. Abbeville, Honoring the life of Gleada Ann Broussard, 92, who passed away on Saturday October 26, 2024 at her residence. Reverend Alexander Albert will celebrate the Mass. She will be laid to rest...

Verna Mary Foster

Verna Mary Foster

Oct 25, 2024

ABBEVILLE- With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Verna Mary Foster. Born on March 1, 1930, in Bancker, LA, Verna peacefully departed from this world on October 25, 2024. A Graveside Service to honor Verna Mary Foster's life will be held at Esther Community Cemetery in Esther, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 10:30 am. In accordance with her...

Colleen Rogers

Colleen Rogers

Oct 24, 2024

Colleen Rogers, 78, died Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Ochsner American Legion Hospital.

She is survived by her better half of 31 years, Joseph C. Trahan of Kaplan; one son, David Mouton of Kaplan; one sister, Deanna Magnon of Iota; one brother, Ricky Saltzman of Kaplan; two grandchildren, David Kyle Mouton of Dexter, MO and Tyler Mouton of Crowley; and two...

Joey Daniel Lopez

Joey Daniel Lopez

Oct 23, 2024

Abbeville-A Funeral Service will be held at Vincent Funeral Home, 209 S. Saint Charles St. Abbeville, for Joey “Jo Jo” Daniel Lopez, 17, on Monday October 28, 2024 at 5:30 PM who passed away on Wednesday October 23, 2024 at Ochsner Lafayette General Regional Medical Center. 

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home on Monday October 28, 2024 from...

Daveveene Broussard Gallet

Daveveene Broussard Gallet

Oct 20, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church in Kaplan, Louisiana, for Daveveene Broussard Gallet, age 86, who passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, three hours before her 87th birthday. Father Joshua Guillory will be the Celebrant of the Funeral...

Joseph Elwood "Pop" Suire

Joseph Elwood "Pop" Suire

Oct 17, 2024

Joseph "Pop" Elwood Suire, 87 of Ragley, LA died at 4:30 PM on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Jeff Davis Nursing Home in Jennings, LA under Lamm Family Hospice Care. He battled Chronic Lymphoid Leukemia and Colon Cancer for the last five years.

Joseph was born April 29, 1937, in Kaplan, LA to the late Willie and Dulia Harrington Suire. He...

Evince Lee Guidry

Evince Lee Guidry

Oct 15, 2024

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Evince Lee Guidry, 83, who passed away on October 15, 2024 at Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. The burial will follow at Harrington Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Regan Guidry, Matthew Guidry, Dylan Touchet, Andrew Guidry, Michael...

Valerie Jane Lovell

Valerie Jane Lovell

Oct 14, 2024

A funeral service officiated by Reverend Farley Painter will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 18, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Valerie Jane Lovell, 9, who passed away on October 14, 2024 at her residence.

Valerie Jane Lovell, a free spirit who marched to the beat of her own drum, passed away on October...

John F. "Johnny" Vincent Jr.

John F. "Johnny" Vincent Jr.

Oct 12, 2024

Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of John F "Johnny" Vincent Jr. , 59, who passed away on October 12, 2024.

Johnny enjoyed spending time in his crawfish ponds, working outdoors, and building his muscle car.

A visitation will take place at...

Harry Lee Broussard

Harry Lee Broussard

Oct 12, 2024

Harry Lee Broussard, better known as Paw, was born on December 10, 1929, in Kaplan, LA, the eldest of seven siblings. Known for his strong work ethic and honesty, Paw dedicated over 60 years to farming rice, soybeans, and crawfish, providing for his community. He was also very involved at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church...

Maudrey Mae LeBlanc

Maudrey Mae LeBlanc

Oct 10, 2024

Funeral services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, October 14, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Maudrey Mae LeBlanc, 84, who passed away on October 10, 2024 at her residence.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Sunday from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM and...

Patricia Richard

Patricia Richard

Oct 9, 2024

Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Patricia Richard, 83, who passed away on October 9, 2024 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Reverend Glenn Meaux will be concelebrating. Burial...

Joseph "CJ" Bertrand

Joseph "CJ" Bertrand

Oct 7, 2024

ABBEVILLE-It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph “C J” Bertrand, 91, of Abbeville, Louisiana. Born in Henry, LA on December 18, 1932, “CJ” peacefully passed away on Monday October 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at St. Mary Magdalen...

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