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Mrs. Dr. Wayne Andrew Scalisi.
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Miss Caitlin Marie Domingues becomes Mrs. Dr. Wayne Andrew Scalisi

Mon, 06/14/2021 - 11:55am

Caitlin Marie Domingues of Erath, Louisiana and Dr. Wayne Andrew Scalisi of Erath, Louisiana were united in marriage on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana. Officiating the 6:30 p.m. ceremony was Father Michael Delcambre.
Caitlin is the daughter of Jim and Charlotte Domingues of Erath, Lousiana. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Quirk of Erath, Louisiana and Mrs. Anastasia Domingues and the late Jimmy Domingues of Erath, Louisiana.
A 2014 graduate of Erath High School, Caitlin attended UL Lafayette and LSU School of Dentistry where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2018. She is currently employed at Dr. Gerald Baudin, DDS.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Etie of Erath, Louisiana and Mr. Joseph Scalisi of Abbeville, Louisiana. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Broussard of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, Mrs. Mary Scalisi and the late Marion Scalisi of Abbeville, Louisiana, and Mr. and Mrs. Brian Etie of Erath, Louisiana.
A 2013 graduate of Erath High School, Dr. Wayne Scalisi earned his LSU degree in Kinesiology. At LSU, he minored in Biology, where he graduated in 2017. He also attended LSU Health Shreveport - School of Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine Degree, graduating in 2021.
Escorted by her father the bride wore a Martina Liana wedding gown which is an absolute vision in lace. A column silhouette flared into a mermaid-like style with textured graphic laces that created a negative space effect over the body. Its sheer side cutouts featured a hint of French-inspired laces, angled delicately over the front of the bodice and onto the back. An organic V-neckline curved into floating lace straps which that extended into a beaded multi-strap detail over the open back. Fabric-covered buttons ran the length of the long, extravagant train of ornate lace details at the hem for a subtle, scalloped finish. She completed her look was a Cathedral length veil.
Serving as Matron of Honor was Catherine Domingues Blanchard, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids for the ceremony included Mattalyn Luquette, Callie Domingues, Emily Gallet, Krislyn LaCaze, Morgan Alleman, Emily Alleman and Annabel Etie. Bella and Lucy Hayes and Marie Kate Blanchard attended as Flower Girls for the ceremony.
Gage Broussard, first cousin of the groom attended as Best Man. Groomsmen for the ceremony were Austin Domingues, Gannon Broussard, Peter Stegeman, Hayden Galatas, John Michael Joseph, Carver Montgomery and Luke Etie. Serving as Ring Bearers were Jackson Broussard and Cade Scalisi. Ushers for the ceremony were Troy Chenevert, Taylor Wilmore and Dr. Bradley Ber.
On the Friday evening, prior to the the ceremony, a rehearsal dinner, hosted by the grooms parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Etie, took place at Southern Oaks Country Club in Abbeville, Louisiana.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Magdalen Place in Abbeville, Louisiana.
After a wedding trip to Barbados, the couple plan to reside in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Mrs. Caleb Armstrong
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Miss Claire Meyers & Mr. Caleb Armstrong united in marriage

Mon, 06/14/2021 - 11:32am

Claire Meyers of Maurice, Louisiana and Caleb Armstrong of Swartz, Louisiana were united in marriage on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at The Berry Barn in Amite, Louisiana. Officiating the 7:00 p.m. ceremony was Brother Grant Bamburg.
Claire is the daughter of Kevin and Monica Meyers of Maurice, Lousiana. She is the granddaughter of Lynwood and June Meyers of Abbeville, Louisiana and Larry and Rena Duhon of Abbeville, Louisiana.
A 2016 graduate of North Vermilion High School, Claire furthered her education and earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Finance and a minor in Interior Design.
Caleb is the son of Mark and Jenifer Armstrong of Swartz, Louisiana. He is the grandson of Mike and Phyllis Garvan of Swartz, Louisiana and Gary and Sheila Armstrong of Swartz, Louisiana.
A 2016 graduate of Ouachita High School in Monroe, Louisiana, Caleb furthered his education and earned his Masters in Business Administration.
Escorted by her father the bride wore a relaxed wedding dress featuring a plunging ,V-neckline and coordinating plunging side cutouts that added to the design of the sheer bodice. Floral beading throughout the bodice added a feminine touch, extending slightly onto the layered French tulle skirt. A coordinating V-back was the focal point of the back of the gown and was balanced out with a breathtaking train. The back of the sheer wedding dress featured a zip beneath its crystal buttons.
Taylor LaPorte and Katherine LeBlanc, sisters of the bride, served as Matron’s of Honor. Serving as Bridesmaids were Saygan Broussard, Somer Cooper, Megan Dejean, Ashley Rees, Sarah-Kate Reynolds and Bailey Landry. They wore a mix of classic, charmeuse silk or velvet straight gowns with a cowl neck, spaghetti straps and a side slit.
Serving as Best Men were Colby Armstrong, brother of the groom and Garrett Heath, friend of the groom. Serving as Groomsmen were Marco Ramos, Ethan Daily, Will Heath, Mitchell Campbell, Hunter Johnson and Nick Lee. Attending as Ushers were Mark LaPorte and Luke LeBlanc, brothers in law of the Bride.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at The Berry Barn. Adorned with fresh flowers, the Bride’s cake featured multiple layers of chocolate chip cookies with fluffy vanilla cream filling on each layer. The groom’s table held a variety of chocolate chip cookies and chocolate chip doozies.
After a wedding trip to Breckenridge, CO, the couple plan to reside in Maurice, Louisiana.

Birth Announcements for June 13

Mon, 06/14/2021 - 11:31am

Dream Dior Walker
A daughter, Dream Dior Walker, was born on May 4, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Sandra Mouton and Stephen Walker of Abbeville.

Luke David Allen
A son, Luke David Allen, was born on May 10, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Allen of Abbeville. The mother is the former Lindsey Bussas.

Griffin James Toups
A son, Griffin James Toups, was born on May 10, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Scott Toups of Maurice. The mother is the former Erica Bourque.

Paxton Lee Goodwill
A son, Paxton Lee Goodwill, was born on May 11, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Goodwill, Sr. of Kaplan. The mother is the former Alma Cobb.

Jon Clay Cody Kirkpatrick
A son, Jon Clay Cody Kirkpatrick, was born on May 24, 2021, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Cody Kirkpatrick of Kaplan. The mother is the former Sara Newman.

Brees Matthew Trahan
A son, Brees Matthew Trahan, was born on May 24, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Jared Trahan of Abbeville. The mother is the former Adelle Leonard.

Kallyn Gail Dubois
A daughter, Kallyn Gail Dubois, was born on May 27, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Daphne Dinette and Dillon Dubois of Erath.

Paisley Dior Bolden
A daughter, Paisley Dior Bolden, was born on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at Abbeville General to Kimberlon Kayleen Bolden of Abbeville.

Brandon Adam Davis, Jr.
A son, Brandon Adam Davis, Jr., was born on Monday, June 7, 2021 at Abbeville General to Autumn Rene Touchet and Brandon Adam Davis of Maurice.

Charles Xavier Touchard
A son, Charles Xavier Touchard, was born on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Ashton Luke Touchard of Broussard. The mother is the former Caitlyn Madison Irwin.

Jim Bradshaw

A simple rule for Flag Day

Mon, 06/14/2021 - 9:22am

Jim Bradshaw, LSN columnist

As the nation honors the Stars and Stripes by observing Flag Day each June 14 it is following the fondest wish of a soldier from south Louisiana who had a special place in his heart for Old Glory.
Col. James A. Moss was one of the best-known military men in the nation when he came home to his native Lafayette in late 1923 to begin a campaign to make sure that the U.S. flag would always fly high and proud.
The son of Judge Anderson J. and Octavie Moss was nearing the end of a distinguished career. He won the Silver Star for gallantry in the Cuban campaign during the Spanish-American War and commanded a regiment in France during World War I.
He may have been best known within the military as the author of the Manual of Military Training, the military bible that was used to train U.S. officers during World War I and for many years after, as well as for a number of other military textbooks. He was also credited with originating a standardized system of army correspondence and with designing a simplified payroll system.
But the thing that made him known outside the ranks was his love for the flag.
On Dec. 19, 1923, he made Lafayette the first stop in what he said would be a “nationwide campaign of education in rendering proper reverence to the colors and to bring about a more general knowledge of the National Anthem.”
He began the campaign at an assembly at Southwestern Louisiana Institute (now UL) and spoke later in the day to the general public at the Jefferson Theater downtown.
“The flag has a peculiar significance for those who have followed it upon the battlefield,” he said. “It is more than the colors – it portrays the history of America and it should at all times be paid the proper reverence and respect due from everyone in this great country.
“The 13 stripes of the flag stand for more than just the fact that they represent the 13 original colonies. They recall the wars and the privations and the battles through which Americans have gone to establish and preserve the nation. The 13 stripes will never change – they will continue as an emblem commemorating the greatness of our country and the steps which have brought about its greatness.
“The stars in the flag represent the states, but that is only the beginning,” he said. The stars, he said, “each tell of a state won from the wilderness – a story of suffering and struggle that these states might come into being.
“The red in the flag portrays courage – the courage of men who have gone into battle, the courage of men and women, pioneers who made their way across the country laying the foundation for later development of the nation.”
He said the white in the flag stands for liberty and the blue for loyalty, and that the whole flag “typifies a land of freedom, a land of the square deal, a good land to live in. It has a special message for each of us, and an appeal to pay this flag the proper reverence and respect.”
He offered a simple rule to follow giving the flag the respect it is due.
“There are many people who wish to pay this flag the proper reverence and respect, but who are not fully informed as to the proper methods,” he said. “Just remember this: Treat the flag as you would your mother’s picture.”
A collection of Jim Bradshaw’s columns, Cajuns and Other Characters, is now available from Pelican Publishing. You can contact him at jimbradshaw4321@gmail.com or P.O. Box 1121, Washington LA 70589.

Abbeville has been a Main Street since 1994.

Abbeville among 25 Louisiana Main Street Communities to earn 2021 National accreditation

Fri, 06/11/2021 - 9:37am

BATON ROUGE – Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Louisiana Main Street are proud to announce the 25 Louisiana communities earning 2021 National Accreditation through the Main Street American program.
Abbeville is among those communities.
“Since its inception in August of 1994 the Abbeville Main Street program has been very successful with the support of the Mayor and City Council,” Abbeville Main Street Manager Charlene Beckett said. “The relationships built over the years and the countless volunteer hours have contributed to the strength of the program. Because of these efforts, Main Street has been awarded numerous grants, such as façade grants, arts grants, tourism grants, and Keep Louisiana Beautiful grants. The program is also responsible for the creation of The Christmas Stroll, If Headstones Could Talk, a Cemetery Tour, the Sam Guarino Blacksmith Shop Museum, and in partnership with the Vermilion chamber The Daylily Festival and Garden Show.
“It’s an honor to be a Louisiana Main Street community and one of many representing the State of Louisiana.”
These communities have met rigorous performance standards over the past year, recognized for their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach.
“Louisiana’s Main Street communities persevered through one of the toughest economic years they have ever faced. Now that we are on the road to recovery, our Main Street communities will be needed now more than ever. They are the heartbeat of many of our smaller towns and communities. It’s an honor to be able to recognize these 25 Louisiana Main Street communities for remaining vigilant during tough times and showing they are Louisiana Strong,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser.

Louisiana’s 2021 Nationally Accredited Main Street communities are:

Abbeville Main Street; Vermilion Parish
Columbia Main Street; Caldwell Parish
Crowley Main Street; Acadia Parish
Denham Springs Main Street; Livingston Parish
DeRidder Main Street; Beauregard Parish
Donaldsonville Downtown Development District; Ascension Parish
Franklin Main Street; St. Mary Parish
Hammond Downtown Development District; Tangipahoa Parish
Main Street Homer; Claiborne Parish
Houma Downtown Development Corporation; Terrebonne Parish
Leesville Main Street; Vernon Parish
Minden Main Street; Webster Parish
Morgan City Main Street; St. Mary Parish
Natchitoches Main Street; Natchitoches Parish
New Iberia Main Street; Iberia Parish
New Roads Main Street; Pointe Coupee Parish
Old Algiers Main Street Corporation; Orleans Parish
Opelousas Main Street; St. Landry Parish
Plaquemine Main Street; Iberville Parish
Ruston Main Street; Lincoln Parish
Olde Towne Slidell Main Street; St. Tammany Parish
St. Francisville Main Street; West Feliciana Parish
St. Martinville Main Street; St. Martin Parish
Thibodaux Main Street, Inc.; Lafourche Parish
Winnsboro Main Street; Franklin Parish

“We are proud to recognize this year’s nationally accredited Main Street programs that have worked tirelessly to advance economic vitality and quality of life in their downtowns and commercial districts,” said Patrice Frey, President & CEO of Main Street America. “During an incredibly challenging year, these programs demonstrated the power of the Main Street movement to drive impressive local recovery efforts, champion small businesses, and foster vibrant downtown districts. I am inspired by their hard work and confident that these accredited communities will continue to help their downtowns flourish in the next stages of recovery.”

Nationally in 2020 alone, Main Street America programs generated $4.14 billion in local reinvestment; opened 4,356 net new businesses; created 14,988 net new jobs; rehabilitated 8,488 historic buildings; and, clocked 983,702 volunteer hours.

Overall, Louisiana’s Main Street communities have seen:

$956 million in Total Investment
$460 million in Private Investment
$496 million in New Construction and Rehabilitation
9,600+ Net New Jobs
2,000+ Net New Businesses
171,000+ Volunteers since 2004

Louisiana Main Street, in partnership with the National Main Street Center, annually evaluates each local organization’s performance to identify those local programs meeting ten national performance standards. Evaluation criteria determines the communities building comprehensive and sustainable revitalization efforts and include standards such as fostering strong public-private partnerships, documenting programmatic progress, and actively preserving historic buildings.

Main Street America has been helping revitalize older and historic commercial districts for more than 35 years. Today, it is a network of more than 1,600 neighborhoods and communities, rural and urban, who share both a commitment to place and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. Since 1980, communities participating in the program have leveraged more than $89.57 billion in new public and private investment, generated 687,321 net new jobs and 154,435 net new businesses, and rehabilitated more than 303,836 buildings. Main Street America is a program of the nonprofit National Main Street Center, a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Kitty Ann Rideaux

Fri, 06/11/2021 - 9:34am

ABBEVILLE — A Home-going Celebration of Life for Miss Kitty Ann Rideaux, 51, will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Greater Rose Hill Baptist Church, 1515 Israel Parker Drive, Abbeville, LA 70510. Rev. John Allen will officiate.
She will await the resurrection in St. Paul cemetery in Abbeville, LA.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at the church on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 12:00 Noon until the time of the service.
In compliance with infection control and prevention measures, masks are required for all attendees at the church and cemetery.
A resident of New Iberia, LA, she passed away at 9:25 P.M. on Friday, June 4, 2021 in New Iberia, LA.
She leaves to cherish her memory, four children: Glenn Rideax, Karen (Rideaux) Kennedy, Charles Rideaux and Evelyn Rideaux; her father: Raymond “Bull Dog” Rideaux of Abbeville, LA; two sisters: Marian Rideaux and Mona Rideaux of Jeanerette, LA; five brothers: Darrell Rideaux of LosAngeles, CA, Daniel Rideaux, David Rideaux of Abbeville, LA, Raymond Rideaux of Houston, TX and Darien Rideaux of Abbeville, LA and a host of relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother: Mary Lewis Rideaux; two brothers: Carlton Rideaux and Walter Rideaux.
Active and honorary pallbearers will be immediate family members and friends.
Condolences may be expressed at www.fletcherfuneralhomes.org
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Home (337-893-2440) 1116 Green Street, Abbeville, LA 70510.

Adles Mailhes Joubert

Fri, 06/11/2021 - 9:32am

At 11 a.m., Catholic Funeral services for Adles Mailhes Joubert, age 90, will be in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette, on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Ms. Joubert passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. The family requests that visitation be observed in Martin & Castille's DOWNTOWN location on Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM and will continue on Sunday, June 13, 2021 from 8:00 AM until time of services. Interment will take place in Holy Mary Mother of God Cemetery, St. Philomena Section, Johnston Street in Lafayette.
Deacon Cody F. Miller will conduct the funeral services.
Ms. Joubert, the former Adles Mailhes, was a native of Abbeville. She was the daughter of Elier "Mike" Mailhes and Rosa Boudreaux Mailhes of Abbeville. She dedicated her life loving her family and friends. She loved Pekingeses, birds, plants, flowers, and traveling. She also loved indoor soccer. Ms. Joubert worked in Eunice and Lafayette as a Senior Field Clerk retiring in 1991 with 35 years of service. She was a member of St. Edmond Church.
She leaves behind her children, Roderick Quibodeaux and daughter-in-law, Joan Fowler Quibodeaux of Diamond Head, MS, Stephan Quibodeaux and daughter-in-law, Joanie Brown Quibodeaux of Abbeville, LA, Roxanne Quibodeaux Linscomb and son-in-law, Michael Linscomb of Valley View, TX, Candace A. Joubert/Khalifa and son-in-law, Taha Kalifa of Dubai; eleven grandchildren, Dawn Clemons, Brice Quibodeaux, Landry Quibodeaux, Zachary Quibodeaux, Rebekah Quibodeaux, Ashley Thurston, Eric Quibodeaux, Nick Linscomb, Chris Linscomb, Mohamed Khalifa, and Dahlia Khalifa, and thirteen great grandchildren.
Ms. Joubert was married to the late Eugene Quibodeaux of Lafayette, and the late former Mayor Curtis Joubert of Eunice.
Pallbearers will be Brice Quibodeaux, Zachary Quibodeaux, Nick Linscomb, Chris Linscomb, Mohamed Khalifa, Eric Quibodeaux.
Honorary Pallbearer will be Landry Quibodeaux.
Memorial contributions can be made in Mrs. Aldes Joubert's name to American Heart Association.
A heartfelt appreciation is extended by the Joubert family to Woodbriar Assisted Living in Maurice.
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com
Martin & Castille-DOWNTOWN-330 St. Landry St., Lafayette, LA 70506, 337-234-2311.

The Abbeville Police Department is looking for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash.

Abbeville Police seeks information on hit-and-run crash

Fri, 06/11/2021 - 9:02am

The Abbeville Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a suspect vehicle in a hit-and-run crash.
The vehicle, which video surveillance captured just prior to the hit and run, was traveling south on Lyman Street at a high rate of speed. The vehicle ran off of the roadway and crashed into a residence. The vehicle then backed up and fled the scene. The vehicle has sustained major damage to the front end.
If anyone is able to identify this vehicle, they are asked to contact the Abbeville Police Department.
The Abbeville Police Department is asking that anyone who have any information regarding this case please contact the Abbeville Police Department by calling 893-2511. You may contact our “Tips” line at 892-6777. All callers may remain anonymous. Citizens may also send anonymous tips through the Tip411 system at the department’s Facebook page @ www.facebook.com/AbbevillePolice Department/, the official web page @ www.abbevillepd.com by clicking on the “Submit a Tip” link provided or through the official Abbeville Police Department app, which can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Organization Works to Bring French in Vermilion Parish Back to Life

Thu, 06/10/2021 - 4:07pm

A newly formed non-profit organization, Les Amis du Français en Vermillon (Friends of French in Vermilion), is dedicating itself to the promotion and preservation of the French language and culture in Vermilion Parish and to the continued success of the Vermilion Parish French Immersion Program. The organization, under the direction of Layla Melancon, a local resident and parent of a French Immersion student, will promote all things dealing with the Francophone cultures in Vermilion Parish, and in turn, provide support for immersion learning in Vermilion Parish.
“Les Amis du Français en Vermillon, along with its’ partners, members and volunteers, will work diligently to bring French in Vermilion Parish back to life,” expressed Mrs. Melancon. “Becoming a part of this organization is an excellent way for the community to stay informed and get involved in this effort,” continued Melancon. “In doing so, they will also be a part of building a French Immersion program that insures Vermilion Parish students with a bilingual education. By joining, they will be supporting our students in reconnecting to a key part of their hometown’s history.”
Passionate about her strong French heritage and sincere love of the French language, Mrs. Melancon did extensive research and discovered that Vermilion Parish, an area rich in Cajun and Creole history, is one of the top three Louisiana parishes with the highest percentage of French speakers. More specifically, she found that 22% of the overall population of the Erath community are native French speakers. In Kaplan it is 19% and in Abbeville it is 8%. These statistics provide evidence of how many residents in Vermilion Parish utilize their French daily, not only in the home, but throughout the community.
“The French language can be heard regularly at our grocery stores, gas stations, schools, churches, restaurants, tourist attractions, community events and numerous other places,” said Mrs. Melancon. “The French heritage and deep-rooted culture that exists within our communities represents the importance of preserving the French language and culture in Vermilion Parish, and identifies a need to promote and preserve the continued success of our French Immersion program.”
A significant partner with the organization is the world-renowned Acadian Museum of Erath, led by Mr. Warren Perrin. “Mr. Perrin, a well-known author and past president of the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana (CODOFIL), has been extremely supportive in the creation of Les Amis du Français en Vermillon,” shared Mrs. Melancon. “His love of the French language and Acadian history, heritage and culture, is truly an inspiration to me and to our organization.”
“The Acadian Museum, a member of the Acadian Heritage and Cultural Foundation, Inc., was founded in 1990 to promote awareness and appreciation of the mixed Prairie/Bayou Acadian culture of Vermilion Parish,” shared Mr. Perrin. “The museum preserves and displays material traces of the 400-year history of our region going back to Acadia and France,” continued Perrin. “As part of our 31st anniversary, we will proudly add Les Amis du Français en Vermillon as a new member of our foundation.”
One of the first efforts by Les Amis du Français en Vermillon to keep the area ties to its’ French culture alive, is the upcoming La Table Française, a weekly French table discussion group beginning Friday, June 25th, at Café Erath, at 10:00am. Not only will the French table provide a place to share the French language, but also the stories of the communities’ strong French culture and the days when the French language and ways were a part of everyday life.
Les Amis du Français en Vermillon invites parents, local and state officials, community members, schools, businesses and cultural, historical and tourism organizations to join in supporting the preservation of the French language and culture in Vermilion Parish.
“There is a small $10 annual membership fee to join Les Amis du Français en Vermillon,” stated Mrs. Melancon. “Through volunteer work and tax-deductible membership fees and contributions, supporters will help our organization tremendously, which in turn, is able to provide support for immersion learning in Vermilion Parish,” expressed Melancon. “A few examples include providing support for French Immersion teachers to purchase additional school materials, providing enrichment opportunities for students, and providing students with cultural learning experiences and opportunities to engage with the heritage of our communities.”
By becoming a part of Les Amis du Français en Vermillon, members will receive updates about activities and events going on throughout the year that promote all things dealing with the Francophone cultures in Vermilion Parish. A membership also provides individuals with information related to the ongoing success of the Vermilion Parish French Immersion program and ways they can get involved to support these efforts.
Only through donations and volunteer work, can the Acadian Museum and its partners continue their mission of keeping the Francophone culture alive. Supporters can donate online by visiting the museum website at acadianmuseum.com, and clicking on the “Donate” button, or by sending a check to: The Acadian Museum, P.O. Box 53597, Lafayette, LA 70505. If donors want to support a specific organization or project, they should indicate it in the NOTES section. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit so all contributions are tax-deductible.
For more information on becoming a member of Les Amis du Français en Vermillon, please email:
Layla Melancon
Director, Les Amis du Français en Vermillon
vermilionfrench@gmail.com
For those interested in staying connected, Les Amis du Français en Vermillon will be launching its Facebook page in July, so be on the lookout!

Louise LeBlanc Baudoin “Meo’n”

Thu, 06/10/2021 - 11:13am

September 28, 1917 ~ June 8, 2021

ABBEVILLE—A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 11, 2021 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Louise LeBlanc Baudoin, 103, who died Tuesday, June 8, 2021.
She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Reverend Louis J. Richard officiating the services.
Pallbearers will be Darin Baudoin, Clayton Baudoin, Britt Baudoin, Brandon Bourque, Gavan Bourque and Chris Baudoin. Honorary pallbearers will be Wendell Baudoin, Hershell Baudoin, Drake Baudoin, Matthew Baudoin, Derek Baudoin, Justin Roy, Chance Baudoin and Morty Baudoin.
Louise was the beloved wife of the late Galvez Baudoin and lived her life with beautiful happiness. She doted on her husband, children, and grandchildren and they always knew her love was boundless and unconditional. She enjoyed having her family near, surrounded by her love, and perpetually wrapped in her prayers. She was a devoted Catholic who prayed the rosary several times a day. She revealed her love through everyday acts of kindness and caring for all. She was a loving matriarch to her family and extended family, who was always ready to serve a cup of coffee and offer a kind word or encouraging advice. One of her greatest passions in life was cooking for her large family and friends. She was a devoted Catholic who prayed the rosary several times a day.
She is survived by her son, Rodley Baudoin and his wife, Jeanette Marceaux Baudoin; ten grandchildren, Darin Baudoin (Sonya), Morty Baudoin (Anita), Darlene Fluharty, Ramona B. Hargrave (Kenneth), Wendell Baudoin (Robin), Hershell "Tony" Baudoin (Arlene), Clayton Baudoin (Tanya), Britt Baudoin (Mica), Sammi B. Mendoza (Courtney) and Mark Nunez (Terri); eighteen great grandchildren, Jordan Burwell, Chris Baudoin (Brandie), Chance Baudoin, Justin Roy, Buffy Roy Harblin, Brandon Bourque (Stacy Gary), Michelle Dugas, Derek Baudoin, Lindsey B. Meaux (Tad), Amber Baudoin, Drake Baudoin (Denee), Amanda S. Guyton (Brad), Faith Baudoin, Matthew Baudoin, Finn Baudoin, Laila Trahan, Duncan Mendoza and Lauryn Nunez; ninteen great-great grandchildren; and five great-great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Galvez Baudoin; parents, Jean G. LeBlanc and the former Ematile Harrington; four sisters, Oscalie L. Abshire, Claylee LeBlanc, Lenee LeBlanc and Elsie L. Monteaux; son, Rolen James Baudoin; daughter-in-law, Cindy Picard Baudoin; and two grandsons, Colt Baudoin and Ryan Nunez.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM; Friday, June 11, 2021 from 8:00 AM until 9:45 AM when the procession will depart for the church.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.

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