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.
Linda Marceaux Leleaux
Apr 14, 2020
Gueydan—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Linda Marceaux Leleaux, 70, who died Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Maison De Lafayette following a lengthy illness.
She was a 1967 graduate of Gueydan High School and worked as a saleswoman until retirement at Gulf Coast Air. On July 14th, 2007, she married Clarence Keith Leleaux in...
Ivy Joseph "Nega" Stelly
Apr 14, 2020
Forked Island—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Ivy Joseph Stelly, 74, who died Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Suire Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ella Mae LeBouef Stelly of Forked Island; his son,...
Wendell Dale Suire
Apr 14, 2020
Cow Island—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Wendell Dale Suire, 62, who died Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Anne Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Nell Gaspard Suire; three stepchildren, Denise and...
Melinda M. Harrington
Apr 13, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Melinda Meaux Harrington, 62, who died Monday, April 13, 2020.
She is survived by her two sons, Walter James Harrington, Jr. of Cow Island and Robbie Dale Harrington and his wife, Heather of Cow Island; her two daughters, Carol Ann Harrington of Nunez and Chasity Nicole Harrington of...
Delta Broussard Wild
Apr 12, 2020
ABBEVILLE—A memorial will be held at a later date honoring the life of Delta Broussard Wild, 84, who died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Abbeville General Hospital.
Delta enjoyed life. She was a feisty lady who was always kind, sweet, and loved by everyone she met. Delta loved going to the casinos, being outside in her yard,...
Michael Mark Devalcourt
Apr 12, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services were held honoring the life of Michael Mark Devalcourt, 59, who died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Abbeville General Hospital. Pallbearers were Kyle Choate, Jeramie Roberts, Kevin Devalcourt, John Ford, Jim Broussard and Scott Harrington. Honorary pallbearers were Ramzy Devalcourt and John “Butch” Hollier.
Mike was an avid sportsman and loved the outdoors, especially hunting,...
Carla Renee Johnnie
Apr 9, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services were held at Shiloh Baptist Cemetery honoring the life of Carla Renee Johnnie, 57, who died Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Abbeville General Hospital, with Reverend Peter Williams officiating the services.
She is survived by her four sisters, Joyce Brown of Houston, Sandra Wise of Kaplan, Sally Johnnie Cornelio of Kaplan, and Janis Rutland of...
John Larry Trahan, Sr.
Apr 7, 2020
Kaplan—Graveside services were held honoring the life of John Larry Trahan Sr., 76, who died Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at his residence.
He is survived by his two sons, Chad Trahan and his wife, Christine of Kaplan, and Kip Trahan and his wife, Michele of Kaplan; two daughters, Angela Trahan Roy and her husband Scott of Maurice,...
Carolyn Janet Lowery
Apr 5, 2020
Kaplan—Private graveside services will be held honoring the life of Carolyn Janet Lowery, 75, who died Sunday, April 5, 2020 at West Florida Hospital.
She is survived by her two sons, Tony Lowery and his wife, Susan of Montegut, LA and Willie Lowery and his wife, Kay of Kaplan; one daughter, Jacqueline Bodway and her husband, Brian...
Lena Marie Hargrave
Apr 4, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Lena Marie Hargrave, 81, who died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Suire Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Shane LeBlanc, Nick Bourque, Chris Hargrave, Brandon Hargrave, Shawn Hargrave, and Jared Abshire. Honorary pallbearer will be Caymon...
Carlton "C.J." Foster
Apr 3, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Carlton James Foster, 88, who died Friday, April 3, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Donald Bernard officiating the services.
He is survived by his daughter, Karlene Foster Gardner and her husband, Mikel of Cuba, New Mexico; two...
Michael R. Uriegas
Apr 2, 2020
Abbeville— Michael R. Uriegas, 60, died Thursday, April 2, 2020 at his residence.
He is survived by his three sons, Aaron Uriegas and his wife, Caitlin of Kaplan, Dusty Uriegas and his girlfriend, Crystal Menard of Forked Island, and Mickey Uriegas of Larose; his daughter, Mia Uriegas of Fort Worth, TX; his three grandchildren, Ellie, Dax, and...
Richard W. "Ricky" Upton
Apr 1, 2020
Abbeville — Graveside services will be held honoring the life of Richard Wayne Upton, 64, who died Wednesday, April 1, 2020. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Keith Duhon officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Richard Heath Upton, Drake Upton, Tracy Clark, Brennan Clark, Paxton Gardiner, and Barney Prejean. Honorary pallbearers...
Dianna Primeaux Thomas
Mar 29, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services were held honoring the life of Dianna Primeaux Thomas, 70, who died Sunday, March 29, 2020 at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Pallbearers were Chance Thomas, Gavin Thomas, Peyton Derouen, Cooper Derouen, Jude Primeaux, and Toby Primeaux.
Dianna is survived by her husband of 50 years, Willie Thomas of Abbeville; one son, Chance Thomas and his...
Presley Paul Gaspard
Mar 28, 2020
Abbeville—Graveside services were held honoring the life of Presley Paul Gaspard, 63, who died Saturday, March 28, 2020 at his residence.
Presley is survived by his wife of 27 years, Alena LeDoux Gaspard of Forked Island; two daughters, Kylie Gaspard and Caleb LeMaire of Forked Island, and Audrey Gaspard Henderson and her husband Barrett of Cow Island;...
Obey Lee Leblanc, Sr.
Mar 27, 2020
Delcambre—Graveside services were held honoring the life of Obey Lee LeBlanc, Sr., 75, who died Friday, March 27, 2020 at Maison du Monde Living Center.
Obey is survived by his five sons, Obey Lee LeBlanc, Jr. and his wife, Mary Beth of Sunset, Michael James LeBlanc and his wife, Holly of Anacoco, Louis Joseph LeBlanc and his...
Theodore Joseph "Teddy" Lemaire
Mar 27, 2020
Abbeville—Memorial services will be conducted on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. Honoring the life of Teddy LeMaire, 76, who passed away on Friday, March 27, 2020 at Lafayette General Medical Center, after months of declining health.
Entombment will be at a later date at...
Marie Elise Lege Donohue
Mar 25, 2020
Abbeville --Marie Elise Lege Donohue, born January 29, 1924, peacefully left this earth with all of God’s blessings on March 25, 2020. “Meezie” or “Momeeze” to all family, friends and their friends, was a lifelong resident of Abbeville, Louisiana. She was predeceased by the love of her life, John Paul Donohue, Sr. “Papa John,” her husband of...
Earline Cormier Monteaux
Mar 25, 2020
Abbeville—Private graveside services were held honoring the life of Earline Cormier Monteaux, 86, who died Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at her residence.
Earline is survived by her four children, Lonnie Monteaux and his wife Michelle of Kaplan, Gene Monteaux, Jr. and his wife Kari of Kaplan, Jeanette Breaux and special friend Mitch of Abbeville, and Glenn Monteaux...
John "Poppa John" Krmenec
Mar 21, 2020
Kaplan—Private graveside services will be held honoring the life of John “Poppa John" Krmenec, 74, who died Saturday, March 21, 2020 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Cossinade Cemetery with Pastor Lane Payne officiating the services.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Freida Mathews Krmenec of Kaplan; his three sons,...
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