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.

Susan L Stelly

Susan L Stelly

Jan 6, 2025

Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mikel Polson will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Linda LeBlanc Stelly, 74, who passed away on January 6, 2025, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.

For over 30 years, Susan dedicated herself...

Burdiel Hebert Menard

Burdiel Hebert Menard

Jan 5, 2025

ABBEVILLE- A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at St. Paul Cemetery honoring the life of Burdiel Hebert Menard, 86, who passed away on January 5, 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Deacon William Vincent will offiate the services. Burial will follow at St. Paul Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughters,...

Elva Jane Hebert

Elva Jane Hebert

Jan 3, 2025

Funeral Services officiated by Reverend Stephen Sahayaraj Irudayasamy will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, January 08, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Elva Jane Hebert, 89, who passed away on January 3, 2025 at Maison du Monde. The burial will follow at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Cemetery.

A visitation will...

Ronald "Shoo" Benoit

Ronald "Shoo" Benoit

Jan 2, 2025

Abbeville- A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm honoring the life of Ronald "Shoo" James Benoit, age 65, who passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in Abbeville.

Shoo was born on May 31, 1959 in Abbeville, where he was a lifelong resident. He spent most...

Wilfred Owens, Jr.

Wilfred Owens, Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

ABBEVILLE-With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wilfred Owens, Jr., who left us peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on January 28, 1946, in New Iberia, Louisiana, Wilfred made his home in Maurice, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. A talented welder in the oil and gas industry,...

Gladys Hebert Hogue

Gladys Hebert Hogue

Dec 31, 2024

Kaplan - Gladys Hebert Hogue, 84, of Kaplan Louisiana, passed away on December 31, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 04, 2025, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan.

Born on September 8, 1940, Gladys lived a fulfilling life as a devoted mother and grandmother, always prioritizing her family. 

Gladys's life was enriched by her love for...

Franchesca Minnick-Sterling

Franchesca Minnick-Sterling

Dec 31, 2024

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 PM, Saturday, January 4, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Franchesca (Fran) Angelique Minnick-Sterling, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, who peacefully transitioned from life to life-eternal on December 31, 2024 at the age of 58. She was the first born of...

Dona Marie Meaux

Dona Marie Meaux

Dec 30, 2024

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Nicholas Dupré will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 3, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville LA, honoring the life of Dona Marie Meaux, 82, who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. 

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home on Friday, January 3,...

Eric Wayne Moss

Eric Wayne Moss

Dec 28, 2024

Abbeville- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am, on January 2, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Eric Wayne Moss, 77, with Father Billy Massie officiating. Eric passed away on December 28, 2024 at Calcutta House in Lafayette. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. 

Eric Moss was born on...

Francis William LaCour

Francis William LaCour

Dec 27, 2024

Abbeville - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Father Danny Picard will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 30, 2024 at St. James in Esther, LA, honoring the life of Francis William LaCour, 92, who passed away on December 27, 2024 at his residence.

A visitation will take place at St. James Church on Monday, December 30, 2024...

Darrell "Bleu" LeBleu

Darrell "Bleu" LeBleu

Dec 27, 2024

We are saddened to share that Darrell Brent LeBleu "Bleu" a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on September 10, 1958, in Eunice, Louisiana, Darrell’s journey through life took him to Meaux, Louisiana, where he made lasting memories and connections.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at...

Gertrude White Hebert

Gertrude White Hebert

Dec 26, 2024

 

Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 PM, Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Gertrude White Hebert, 94, who passed away on December 26, 2024.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville on Sunday from 12:00 PM until time of service.

Burial will follow at St. Anne Cemetery...

Berton Joseph Perry Sr

Berton Joseph Perry Sr

Dec 25, 2024

Berton Joseph Perry, 91, of Gautier, MS, passed away peacefully on Christmas morning, December 25, 2024. He was born November 23, 1933, in the community of Klondike, near Gueydan, Louisiana.

Bert was married to the love of his life, Carmen Jacqueline Breaux for nearly 65 years. Together, they owned and operated Perry's Yamaha in Pascagoula for many years. Bert and Carmen...

Corey James Picard

Corey James Picard

Dec 25, 2024

Abbeville- A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Corey James Picard, 42, who passed away on December 25, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

Burial will follow at Landry Cemetery with Pastor Jairus Martin officiating the services.

Pallbearers will be Chris, Ivy, Norris,...

Lydia May Hebert

Lydia May Hebert

Dec 22, 2024

                Psalm 37:29 says, “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it."

Lydia May Hebert, a loved mother and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully at 2:12 AM on Sunday, December 22, 2024, surrounded by her family in Maurice, LA. Born on January 7, 1947, in Abbeville, she lived a...

James Bryan Hebert

James Bryan Hebert

Dec 21, 2024

Kaplan - A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, December 23, 2024 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of James Bryan Hebert, 58, who passed away on December 21, 2024 at his residence.

James was a man of faith and family. He could do anything with his hands and...

Betty Suire Guidry

Betty Suire Guidry

Dec 19, 2024

Funeral Services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan honoring the life of Betty Suire Guidry, 73, who passed away on December 19, 2024, at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Sunday, December 22, 2024,...

Linus Paul Langlinais Sr

Linus Paul Langlinais Sr

Dec 19, 2024

A Funeral Mass officiated by Reverend Suresh Mathangi will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 21, 2024, at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Linus Paul Langlinais Sr, 79, who passed away on December 19, 2024 at his residence.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan on Friday, December 20, 2024, from 9:00 AM...

Wells Kevin Zaunbrecher

Wells Kevin Zaunbrecher

Dec 17, 2024

A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Reverend Mark Miley will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 20, 2024, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Wells Kevin Zaunbrecher, 1, who passed away on December 17, 2024, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.

A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral...

Leeward Joseph Thibodeaux

Leeward Joseph Thibodeaux

Dec 15, 2024

ABBEVILLE- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 PM, Thursday, December 19, 2024, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Leeward Joseph Thibodeaux, 93, with Reverend Nicholas DuPre’ officiating. Leeward passed away on Sunday December 15, 2024, at his residence. Lectors for the Mass will be Rani P. Broussard and Kim Armentor. Gift bearers...

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