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.

Marylene R. Menard

Marylene R. Menard

Mar 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marylene R. Menard. She died peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 79.

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025, at Our Lady of the...

Wilsie Adam Connor, Sr.

Wilsie Adam Connor, Sr.

Mar 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wilsie Adam Connor Sr., who left us peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on February 3, 1933, in Perry, Louisiana, Wilsie lived a rich and fulfilling life that touched many hearts.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 PM beginning with a recitation of the...

Ella Mae Abshire Duhon

Ella Mae Abshire Duhon

Mar 17, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Ella Mae Duhon, 78, who passed away on March 17, 2025, at her residence. Reverend François Sainte-Marie will officiate at the funeral mass. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery....

Robert Harrison "Bob" Smith

Robert Harrison "Bob" Smith

Mar 14, 2025

ABBEVILLE-Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Robert Harrison “Bob” Smith, 83 who passed away on Friday March 14, 2025 at his residence in Abbeville, LA. Officiating the Service will be Reverend Cynthia Luquette. Honored to serve as pallbearers will be Vance Broussard, Kyle...

Mary Dyson Duhon

Mary Dyson Duhon

Mar 14, 2025

Abbeville – Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Magdalen Church with Reverend Louis Richard officiating, honoring the life of Mary Dyson Duhon who passed away on March 14, 2025 at Maison du Monde in Abbeville, LA.

Visitation will be held at Vincent Funeral Home, 209...

James Charles Roden Jr.

James Charles Roden Jr.

Mar 13, 2025

A Memorial Tribute will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of James "Jimmy" Charles Roden Jr., 53, who passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025 in Kaplan.

Visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home in Kaplan on Saturday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Jimmy was born on...

Tina Luquette

Tina Luquette

Mar 11, 2025

A Funeral Service officiated by Pastor R.J. Landry will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 14, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Tina B. Luquette, 56, who passed away on March 11, 2025.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and will continue...

Ernest LeBouef

Ernest LeBouef

Mar 11, 2025

A Funeral Service officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Ernest "Big Boy" LeBouef, 79, who passed away on March 11, 2025.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Wednesday from 4:00 PM until time of services...

Lurby Richard Vincent

Lurby Richard Vincent

Mar 10, 2025

Hail, Mary, full of grace,

the Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou amongst women

and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God,

pray for us sinners,

now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 13, 2025, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Maurice honoring the...

Herman James Adams

Herman James Adams

Mar 7, 2025

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Herman James Adams, 83, who passed away on March 7, 2025 at his residence.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM until 11:45...

Beverly LeBlanc Michaud

Beverly LeBlanc Michaud

Mar 6, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 10, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery honoring the life of Beverly Ann LeBlanc Michaud, 83, who passed away on March 6, 2025 at Eastridge Nursing Center. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the memorial service.

Beverly found joy in simple pleasures, often partaking in outings with friends,...

Nancy Boulet LeJeune

Nancy Boulet LeJeune

Mar 4, 2025

Nancy Boulet LeJeune, 65, died Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at her residence. A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen S. Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 7, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church.

Nancy was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a devoted Catholic strong in...

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry

Mar 4, 2025

Lucy Mae Trahan Landry, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 19, 1937, in Kaplan, LA, Lucy lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family and her passions.

Lucy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She found joy in...

Timothy Bodin

Timothy Bodin

Mar 3, 2025

 

Abbeville- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timothy Bodin, who left us peacefully on March 3, 2025, at the age of 60. Timothy was born on November 23, 1964, in Lafayette, Louisiana but spent most of his life in Abbeville, Louisiana, where he built a loving home with his family. His funeral service will take...

Keith Edward Meaux

Keith Edward Meaux

Mar 2, 2025

A funeral service officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre for Keith Edward Meaux will be held at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 6, 2025. A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday from 9:00 AM until the time of service. A rosary will be prayed at 10:30 AM.

Keith, 71, of...

Arnold Elwood Denby, Jr.

Arnold Elwood Denby, Jr.

Feb 28, 2025

 A Funeral Service will be held at 9:00 AM, on Friday, March 7, 2025, at The Pentecostals of Lafayette honoring the life of Arnold E. Denby, Jr., 80, who passed away on February 28, 2025, at his residence. Pastor Derek Weber will officiate at the funeral service. Burial will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Old Cypress Cemetery...

Shirley Picard LaCour

Shirley Picard LaCour

Feb 26, 2025

ABBEVILLE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 28, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church in Esther honoring the life of Shirley Picard LaCour, 89, who passed away on February 26, 2025, at her residence. Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate at the funeral mass. Readers will be Claire Broussard and Christine LaCour. Gift...

Virginia Julie Flory

Virginia Julie Flory

Feb 25, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, February 28, 2025, at St. Paul Cemetery honoring the life of Virginia Julie Flory, 86, who passed away on February 25, 2025, at her residence. Deacon William Vincent will officiate the services.

She is survived by her son, Ronald Flory; daughter, Mona Trahan (Glynn); grandchildren, Derek Roy (Caitlyn), Ashley Romero...

Ozite Hargrave Trahan

Ozite Hargrave Trahan

Feb 24, 2025

ABBEVILLE - Ozite passed away peacefully at Eastridge Nursing Home. She was born in Cow Island, Louisiana, and raised in Indian Bayou, Louisiana. She was the middle and last living child of fifteen siblings. Her main enjoyments in life were Hargrave family reunions, as she adored her beloved siblings, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who had her whole heart. She...

Wayne James Adams

Wayne James Adams

Feb 24, 2025

Wayne J. Adams, a beloved teacher and cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on February 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Abbeville on September 1, 1959 raised in Kaplan, Wayne dedicated his life to education and service, teaching social studies at Gueydan High School for many years. His passion for knowledge, his kind and generous...

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