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.

Sallie Hardee Guidry

Sallie Hardee Guidry

May 28, 2019

Gueydan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Gueydan First United Methodist Church honoring the life of Sallie Hardee Guidry, 67, who died Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Rehabilitation Hospital of Jennings. She will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend John Krause officiating the services.

She is survived...

Jeffery Paul Cessac

Jeffery Paul Cessac

May 28, 2019

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Jeffery Paul Cessac, 75, who died Tuesday, May 28, 2019.

He will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Paul Cessac, Chris...

Angus "A.J." Sheffield

Angus "A.J." Sheffield

May 23, 2019

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of A.J. Sheffield, 85, who died Thursday, May 23, 2019 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Chaplain Paul Broussard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Spencer Logan, Libby LeBlanc,...

Gorchin Joseph Stelly, Sr.

Gorchin Joseph Stelly, Sr.

May 22, 2019

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Gorchin Joseph Stelly, 90, who died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Vermilion Health Care Center. He will be laid to rest at Suire Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.

He is survived...

Gary Donald Choate

Gary Donald Choate

May 21, 2019

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Gary Donald Choate, 69, who died Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice following a brief illness. He will be laid to rest at LeMaire Cemetery with Reverend Kyle Coates officiating...

Alva Mae Broussard

Alva Mae Broussard

May 19, 2019

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Alva Mae Broussard, 83, who died Sunday, May 19, 2019.

She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. François Sainte-Marie officiating the services. Pallbearers...

Christina Meaux Callahan

Christina Meaux Callahan

May 19, 2019

Abbeville —Christina Meaux Callahan, 49, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at her residence. She will be buried at a later date.

She enjoyed gardening, fishing, ceramic angels and flowering, cooking, and spoiling her grandkids. She always used to say, “Maw Maw is my name and spoiling is my game! (BBZ)”

Christina is survived...

Verna T. Harrington

Verna T. Harrington

May 18, 2019

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Verna  Harrington, 94, who died Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Cornerstone Village.  She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Pastor David Hunter, Jr. and Pastor Shelton Clay officiating the services.

She...

Robert "Bob" Broussard

Robert "Bob" Broussard

May 17, 2019

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Kaplan Baptist Church honoring the life of Robert “Bob” Broussard, 85, who died Friday, May 17, 2019 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Nunez Baptist Cemetery with Reverend Kyle Coates officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Mike Perrin, David...

Major Tommy Ansel Rigsby

Major Tommy Ansel Rigsby

May 16, 2019

Abbeville-Major Tommy Ansel Rigsby, Sr., Ret. passed away in Lafayette, LA on Thursday, May 16, 2019. Major Rigsby was born in Roswell, NM on November 7, 1944 to Lowry Ansel Rigsby and Oletha Delores Rigsby. Preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Antonio Mixon. Survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sybil Hemelt Rigsby, three children, Tommy...

Paul Laurent Landry

Paul Laurent Landry

May 14, 2019

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Paul Laurent Landry, 104, who passed away at his home in Perry on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 after a long and happy life. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Rev. Louis...

John Albie Peré

John Albie Peré

May 14, 2019

Abbeville—Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of John Albie Peré, 90, who died Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at his residence.

He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Deacon Francis Cao officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Brandon...

Ann Greene Meaux

Ann Greene Meaux

May 13, 2019

Kaplan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Ann Greene Meaux, 91, who died Monday, May 13, 2019 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Greene Cemetery with Reverend Palthasar Arrockia Doss officiating...

Eulan Paul Richard

Eulan Paul Richard

May 9, 2019

Gueydan—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Eulan Paul Richard, 91, who died Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Gueydan Memorial Guest Home. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend Corey Campeaux officiating the services....

Mary Migues

Mary Migues

May 8, 2019

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Mary Migues, 70, who died Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Louie Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Rodney Dupre...

Frenzel Jude Peré

Frenzel Jude Peré

May 7, 2019

Abbeville—Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Frenzel Jude Peré, 81, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Reverend Louis Richard will officiate the services.

Jude was born and raised in...

Destiny Renee Lormand

Destiny Renee Lormand

May 6, 2019

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 10, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Destiny Renee Lormand, 21, who died Monday, May 6, 2019. She will be laid to rest at Bancker Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Bryce Luquette,...

Paul A Broussard

Paul A Broussard

May 5, 2019

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of  Paul A. Broussard, 86, who died Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Eastridge Nursing Center. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. François Sainte-Marie officiating the...

Minh Van Nguyen

Minh Van Nguyen

May 4, 2019

Abbeville—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 6, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Minh Van Nguyen, 86, who died Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Bam officiating the...

Mary Jane "Goldie" Buford

Mary Jane "Goldie" Buford

May 3, 2019

Kaplan—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, May 6, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Mary Jane Buford, 68, who died Friday, May 3, 2019 at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Palthasar Arrockia Doss officiating the services.

She is...

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