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.
Catherine Thibodeaux Libersat
Jun 25, 2018
Abbeville—We gather to celebrate Helen’s life and legacy of God, love and forgiveness. Helen entered this life on March 27, 1939 to Celiva and Roy Thibodeaux as their first child. Helen entered eternal life on June 25, 2018. Helen battled kidney cancer for four years, ending at her home in peace with numerous family and friends. A Mass of Christian...
Jennifer Johnette Suratt-Wild
Jun 25, 2018
ABBEVILLE — A gathering of family and friends will be held on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Magdalen Place, 2 S. Magdalen Sq., Abbeville, honoring the life of Jennifer “Johnette” Suratt-Wild, 56, who died Monday, June 25, 2018 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Madgalen Cemetery at a...
Theresa Broussard Aucoin
Jun 25, 2018
Cow Island—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 29, 2018 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Theresa Broussard Aucoin, 77, who died Monday, June 25, 2018 at Lafayette General Medical Center. She will be laid to rest at Harrington Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services. She is...
Helen Hebert Pearson
Jun 20, 2018
Abbeville—A Memorial Service and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 25, 2018 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Helen Francis Hebert Pearson, 88. Fr. Michael Richard will officiate the services. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery at a later date. Helen graduated from Abbeville...
Raye Annette Lopez
Jun 20, 2018
Abbeville- A memorial service will be held at a later date honoring the life of Raye Annette Thomas Lopez, 56, who died Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at Abbeville General Hospital. Raye is survived by her husband, Joseph E. "Buck" Lopez; two step-sons, Lance Lopez of Lafayette, and Brent Lopez of Youngsville; three step-daughters, Anita Wheeler of Pensacola, FL, Stacey Harris...
Issac Labry
Jun 19, 2018
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Issac LaBry, 92, who died Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Nicholas Dupre' officiating the services.
He is survived by his wife...
Ellora Ann Guidry
Jun 18, 2018
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Ellora Ann Guidry, 80, who died Monday, June 18, 2018 at Abbeville General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Donald Bernard officiating the services. Ellora is survived by her brother,...
Codrey Gaspard Menard
Jun 13, 2018
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 15, 2018 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Codrey Mae Gaspard Menard, 81, who died Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at Eastridge Assisted Living Center. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Matthew Hebert officiating the services. She...
Linda Reneau Ardoin
Jun 9, 2018
Abbeville-Linda Reneau Ardoin passed away on Saturday June 9, 2018. She was the wife of Mr. Murphy “M.J.” Ardoin. In honor of her wishes no services will be held.
Purvis Abshire
Jun 7, 2018
Kaplan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:30 PM on Monday, June 11, 2018 at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church honoring the life of Purvis Abshire, 84, who died on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services. He is survived by...
Ferral "Coyote" Ardoin
Jun 7, 2018
Kaplan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 11, 2018 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Ferral "Coyote" Ardoin, 65, who died on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Nicholas DuPre' officiating the...
Neuma Louise Touchet Carriere
Jun 6, 2018
Carencro—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Carencro, LA., honoring the life of Neuma Louise Touchet Carriere, 77, who died Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Eastridge Nursing Center. She will be laid to rest at Evangeline Memorial Gardens with Reverend Bill Melancon officiating the...
Dorothy Landry Collins
Jun 5, 2018
Milton—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 8, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church honoring the life of Dorothy Louise Landry Collins, 91, who died Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Cemetery with Rev. William Schambough officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Kyle...
Marcia Christine Hollier
Jun 5, 2018
Abbeville- A mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, June 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church with Fr. Louis Richard honoring the life of Marcia Christine Hollier, 50, who died on June 5, 2018 after a lengthy illness. She will be laid to rest in St. Paul Cemetery. Born on January 7, 1968,...
Cynthia Ann Touchet Broussard
Jun 3, 2018
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Cynthia Ann Touchet Broussard, 59, who died Sunday, June 3, 2018 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James Godwin, David Godwin,...
Roy J. Simon
Jun 1, 2018
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Roy J. Simon, 91, who died Friday, June 1, 2018 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services. Mr. Roy J. Simon was a member of...
Loudride Trahan
May 31, 2018
Leroy—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church honoring the life of Loudride Trahan, 80, who passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery...
Melanie Ann Gaspard Cavalier
May 31, 2018
Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Melanie Ann Gaspard Cavalier, 62, who died Thursday, May 31, 2018 at her residence. She will be buried at a later date in Abshire Cemetery. Melanie’s friends and family enjoyed her great skill and enthusiasm for home...
Allen Dale Sanchez
May 31, 2018
Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Allen Dale Sanchez, 56, who died Thursday, May 31, 2018. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Pastor Jacob Aranza officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Ritchie Sanchez, Ray Duhon, Jr.,...
Lillian Sellers Meaux
May 30, 2018
Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 4, 2018 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Lillian Marie Sellers Meaux, 92, who died Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Maison du Monde Living Center. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Bill Melancon...