Harry Lee Broussard

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 in Kaplan, St. John the Baptist in Lyons Point and the Knights of Columbus.

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church on October 17, 2024, at 12:00 PM. Reading at the Mass will be Julie Mouledous and gift bearers will be Jenny Broussard and Paula Lemaire. The visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 8:30 AM until the procession departs for the church at 11:30 with a rosary being prayed at 10:00 AM. 

The burial will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Aaron Trahan, David Trahan, Jodie Broussard, Barret Lemaire, Dylan Lemaire, and Gabe Broussard. 

Paw loved sports and spent many evenings bowling, forming lasting friendships and winning numerous league competitions. His infectious laughter and love for jokes endeared him to all who knew him. His most cherished moments were spending time with his wife of 75 years, Della, and watching his family grow.

On October 12, 2024, at his home in Kaplan, Paw passed away peacefully. He leaves behind his wife Della Dubois Broussard; one daughter, Wanda Trahan; one sister, ElJane Neisser; one sister-in-law, Mary Broussard; grandchildren, Jenny Broussard (Jodie), Aaron Trahan, David Trahan, and Paula Lemaire (Barret), 11 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; family friend, Barbara Thibodeaux; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Whitney Broussard, Sr. and the former Nolia Bertrand; one son, Russell Broussard; two brothers, Leroy Broussard and Whitney Broussard Jr.; three sisters, Mae Rose Broussard, Mildred Schexnider, and Lorraine Mire; one son-in-law, Gaylan Trahan; and three brothers-in-law, U.J. Schexnider, Clarence Neisser, and Donald Mire.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Scott Bergeaux, Dr. Jon Leleux, Our Lady of Lourdes Staff, AMG Park Place Staff, Hospice of Acadiana and thoughtful neighbors for their compassion and care.