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.

Brenda Gail Neveaux Fisher

Brenda Gail Neveaux Fisher

Aug 9, 2024

Abbeville—Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 23, 2024 at St. Paul Cemetery honoring the life of Brenda Gail Neveaux Fisher, 72, who died Friday, August 9, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

Brenda was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured her children/grandchildren and...

Jarrod Paul Mire

Jarrod Paul Mire

Aug 9, 2024

Abbeville—Private services will be held honoring the life of Jarrod Paul Mire, 54, who died Friday, August 9, 2024 at his residence.  Deacon William Vincent will officiate the service.

Jarrod is survived by his life companion, Sarah Martin of Abbeville; two sons, Justin Mire and his wife, Paige of St. Martinville, and Maisn...

Lawrence Duhon, Jr.

Lawrence Duhon, Jr.

Aug 8, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Lawrence “Jun” Duhon, Jr., 65, who died Thursday, August 8, 2024 at The Calcutta House in Lafayette, Louisiana.   Burial will be at St. Paul Cemetery,  515 Jacqulyn St., Abbeville with Deacon William “Bill” Vincent...

Steven M. Simon

Steven M. Simon

Aug 7, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home in Kaplan honoring the life of Steven M. Simon, 64, who died Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital. Pastor Timmy Farris will officiate the services.

Visiting hours will be observed at Vincent Funeral...

Debra Roy

Debra Roy

Aug 5, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Debra Roy, 65, who died Monday, August 5, 2024 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery with Deacon Bryan Istre officiating the services. Serving as...

Jean "Jeb" Baptiste Callahan

Jean "Jeb" Baptiste Callahan

Aug 5, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 9, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home in Kaplan honoring the life of Jean "Jeb" Baptiste Callahan, 89, who died Monday, August 5, 2024 at his home. He will be laid to rest at Greene Cemetery with Father “Su” Suresh Mathangi officiating the services. Visiting hours will...

Dianna Menard

Dianna Menard

Aug 3, 2024

Kaplan—It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dianna Menard, 66, who died Saturday, August 3, 2024 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home in Kaplan honoring her life. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Most...

Ruby "Betty" Labauve Gaspard

Ruby "Betty" Labauve Gaspard

Aug 3, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, August  7, 2024  at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Ruby “Betty” Labauve Gaspard, 100, who died Saturday, August 3, 2024 at her residence.  She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery with Rev. Terry Jolley officiating the services.  Honored to serve as pallbearers will...

Linda Faye Etue

Linda Faye Etue

Aug 3, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Linda Faye Etue, 77, who died Saturday, August 3, 2024 at AMG Specialty Hospital.  She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon William Vincent officiating the services. Honored to serve as pallbearers...

Earline D. Suire

Earline D. Suire

Aug 2, 2024

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, August  7, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home – Kaplan honoring the life of Earline D. Suire, 81, who died Friday, August 2, 2024 at The Calcutta House by Hospice of Acadiana. She will be laid to rest at Nunez Baptist Cemetery with Pastor Lee Rodgers and Pastor...

Renée Rose Marceaux Adams

Renée Rose Marceaux Adams

Aug 1, 2024

Kaplan—Renée Rose Marceaux Adams, 95, a beloved educator and cherished member of the Kaplan community, passed away peacefully Thursday August 1, 2024 at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, passion, and love for her heritage and family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 3, 2024...

Marilene Marceaux Mullen

Marilene Marceaux Mullen

Jul 31, 2024

Kaplan—Graveside services officiated by Deacon Bryan Istre will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, August 9, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery honoring the life of Marilene Marceaux Mullen, who passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at The Trace at Claiborne Hill.

She is survived by...

Susan Landry Dubois

Susan Landry Dubois

Jul 30, 2024

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, August 2, 2024 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Susan Landry Dubois, 76, who died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Francois Sainte-Marie officiating the services.  Those honored to...

Clifford John Schexnayder

Clifford John Schexnayder

Jul 29, 2024

Abbeville—Private services were held honoring the life of Clifford John Schexnayder, 89, who died Monday, July 29, 2024 at Eastridge Nursing Center.

Clifford was a horse trainer and rider who earned him the title "horse whisperer” he had an extraordinary ability to communicate with them.  He could cut a rug like nobody’s business, especially if a lively...

Juanita Menard Leblanc

Juanita Menard Leblanc

Jul 24, 2024

Kaplan—It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother, Juanita Menard LeBlanc. Juanita passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Abbeville General Hospital at the age of 96.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, July 29, 2024 at St....

Uella Hebert Bufford

Uella Hebert Bufford

Jul 24, 2024

Kaplan—Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery honoring the life of Uella Hebert Bufford, 81, who died Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Maison duMonde Living Center.

She is survived by her two sons, Willard Bufford, Jr. and his wife, Michelle of Erath...

Rose Toth Labauve

Rose Toth Labauve

Jul 23, 2024

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 29, 2024 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Rose Toth Labauve, 93, who died Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at her residence.  She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Reverend Nicholas DuPre' officiating the services.  Pallbearers will...

Dorothy Abshire

Dorothy Abshire

Jul 21, 2024

Cow Island—Dorothy Abshire, 66, passed away on July 21, 2024, at her daughter’s home surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 4, 1957, Dorothy lived a life full of warmth, love, and a passion for nature.

Dorothy’s love for the outdoors was evident in her beautiful garden, a sanctuary she tended to...

Mary Benoit Conner

Mary Benoit Conner

Jul 21, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Mary Loula Benoit Conner, 95, who died Sunday, July 21, 2024.  She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery with Pastor David Delino officiating the services.

It is with...

Regina Shelvin Gabriel

Regina Shelvin Gabriel

Jul 19, 2024

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Regina Shelvin Gabriel, 66, who passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.  Elder Calvin Broussard officiating the services.  Honored to serve as pallbearers will be Felton J. Wiltz,...

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