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.

Joan Katherine Hymel

Joan Katherine Hymel

Sep 25, 2024

Kaplan— Joan Katherine Hymel (Talbot) drifted from this plane of existence into the next on the evening of September 25, 2024, after a spirited fight with thyroid cancer, and an extensive hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church....

Cynthia "Tootie" Lachaussee

Cynthia "Tootie" Lachaussee

Sep 24, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Cynthia "Tootie" Lachaussee, 56, who died Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Harrington Cemetery with Father "Su" Suresh Mathangi officiating the services.

She...

Michele Landreneau Hargrave

Michele Landreneau Hargrave

Sep 24, 2024

Abbeville—Michele Landreneau Hargrave, beloved wife, daughter, and esteemed Director of Waiver in the field of social services, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024, at her residence in Abbeville, LA. Born on April 29, 1966, in New Orleans, LA, Michele's dedication to her work, her family, and her community was unparalleled.

Throughout her life, Michele made a...

Eloise Morgan Vaughan

Eloise Morgan Vaughan

Sep 23, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Eloise Morgan Vaughan, 91, who died Monday, September 23, 2024. She will be laid to rest at Pecan Island Community Cemetery with Reverend Brad Broussard officiating the services.

Eloise was a passionate reader and...

John Emery Landry

John Emery Landry

Sep 22, 2024

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 26, 2024  at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of John Emery Landry, 79, who died Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Abbeville General Hospital.  He  will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Alexander Albert officiating the services.

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Irene Faulk Romero

Irene Faulk Romero

Sep 21, 2024

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, September 23, 2024 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Irene Faulk Romero, 90, who died Saturday, September 21, 2024, at her residence.  She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery with Father Alexander Albert officiating the services.  Those...

Wilson Joseph Mouton

Wilson Joseph Mouton

Sep 21, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Wilson Joseph Mouton, 81, who died Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Maison duMonde Living Center.  He will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Deacon Tim Marcentel officiating the services.  Pallbearers will be...

Jimmie And Bernice Landry

Jimmie And Bernice Landry

Sep 20, 2024

Abbeville—On the morning of Wednesday, September 18, 2024, Jimmie J. Landry, 90, passed away from this earthly life, and two days later on September 20, 2024, his beloved wife of seventy years Bernice J. Broussard, age 88, followed. They died within days of each other, as if part of God’s divine plan for them to never be apart. Both...

Edward "Bajune" Abshire, Jr.

Edward "Bajune" Abshire, Jr.

Sep 16, 2024

Kaplan—A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 21, 2024 honoring the life of Edward "Bajune" Abshire, Jr., age 84, who died Thursday, September 16, 2024 at his residence.

He is survived by his two sons, Rickey Abshire of Walker and Gerald Abshire of Abbeville; two daughters, Rita Mathews of Kaplan and Karan Abshire of Abbeville; one...

Huong Van Nguyen

Huong Van Nguyen

Sep 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Huong Nguyen, 83, who departed this life on September 14, 2024. He was born on April 19, 1941 in Hai Phong, Vietnam and immigrated to the US in 1975. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Stephanie Mong Nguyen, his sons; Nghiep, Nghe...

Evans James "E.J." Saltzman

Evans James "E.J." Saltzman

Sep 13, 2024

A golden heart stopped beating, working hands were put to rest God broke our hearts to prove, he only takes the best.

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Sunday, September 15, 2024  at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Evans James “E.J.” Saltzman, 75, who gained his heavenly wings on Friday,...

Marie Earline Broussard Demarcy

Marie Earline Broussard Demarcy

Sep 12, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, September 16, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Marie Earline DeMarcy, 90, who died Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.  She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon William Vincent officiating the services. Honored...

Stanley Nicholas Morvant

Stanley Nicholas Morvant

Sep 6, 2024

Leroy—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church honoring the life of Stanley Nicholas Morvant, 73, who died Friday, September 6, 2024 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery with Fr. Glenn Meaux officiating...

Brenda Gail Lebouef

Brenda Gail Lebouef

Sep 5, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Brenda Gail LeBouef, 67, who died Thursday, September 5, 2024, at her residence.  She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery with Father "Su" Suresh Mathangi officiating the services....

Thomas "Tom" Leo Hoss

Thomas "Tom" Leo Hoss

Sep 3, 2024

Lafayette—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 PM on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 415 Robley Drive Lafayette, LA 70503, honoring the life of Thomas Leo Hoss, 68, who passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024. He will be laid to rest at St. Anne Mausoleum, 201 Church St. Youngsville, LA 70592, with...

Bonnie Picard Bergeron

Bonnie Picard Bergeron

Sep 1, 2024

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Bonnie Picard Bergeron, 70, who passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Camelot of Broussard. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Nicholas DuPre’ officiating the services. Honored...

Judith Roy Greene

Judith Roy Greene

Sep 1, 2024

Kaplan—Judith Roy Greene, 75, died peacefully on September 1, 2024. Graveside services officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy were held at 2:00 PM on September 4, 2024 at St. David Chapel Cemetery. She was laid to rest with her beloved husband.

She served the community for many years, working in the banking industry. After having children, her...

Nona Petry Zaunbrecher

Nona Petry Zaunbrecher

Sep 1, 2024

Gueydan— A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Nona Petry Zaunbrecher, 78, who died Sunday, September 1, 2024 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend Corey Campeaux officiating the services. Serving...

Richard Dale Meaux

Richard Dale Meaux

Aug 31, 2024

Richard Dale Meaux, 71, died Friday, August 31, 2024 at Maison duMonde Living Center. He was laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

He is survived by his daughter, Brandy Nichole Meaux Gaspard and her husband Shane Gaspard; daughter Lacy Meaux; one stepson, Blade Thomas; grandchildren, Spencer Meaux, Chase Guidry, Layla Guidry, Olivia Meaux, Serenitie Meaux;...

Earl Darby

Earl Darby

Aug 31, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life Earl Darby, 81, who passed away on Saturday August 31, 2024, at Calcutta House in Lafayette, LA. He will be laid to rest at Nunez Cemetery in Nunez, LA with Reverend Scott McKenzie officiating the services. Honored...

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