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May 20, 1923 ~ April 19, 2025

ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Delcambre honoring the life of Lona Bouillion Touchet, 101, who passed away on April 19, 2025 at Eastridge Nursing Center. Reverend Buddy Breaux will officiate the services. Burial will follow at Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery in Delcambre. Readers for the mass will be Angelique Garcia and Analise Tessier. Those honored as pallbearers will be Shawn Primeaux, Kade Lasalle, Chance Touchet, Joe Tessier, and Chris Garcia.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home – Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., when the procession will depart for the church. A rosary will be prayed at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Lona was known for her nurturing nature, always gathering her loved ones around the table for Sunday meals filled with laughter and warmth. She dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating a warm, loving home. Lona's love for plants reflected her nurturing heart, as she found joy in cultivating life around her. She truly exemplified what it means to be an amazing lady, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to caring for others. Lona's remarkable life touched the hearts of all who knew her. She leaves behind a lasting legacy of love and compassion that will forever be cherished.
She is survived by her her two daughters, Gaynell LeMaire of Abbeville, and Verian Lasalle and her husband, John of Erath; two sons, Terry Touchet of Abbeville, and Chad Touchet and his wife, Babs of Houston; eight grandchildren, Lisa Gaspard (Dennis), Angelique Garcia (Chris), Dina Tessier (Joe), Kim Lasalle (Kevin), Chance Touchet (Jamie), Shawn Primeaux, Londen Touchet, and Halston Touchet; nine great grandchildren, Britni Lyons (Blake), Cody Gaspard (Adrienne), Roman Garcia, Victoria Garcia, Ethan Primeaux, Bailey Lasalle, Kade Lasalle, Analise Tessier, and Addison Tessier; and three great great grandchildren, Jackson Lyons, Paisyn Lyons, and Vanyel Gaspard.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Avery Bouillion and the former Lelia Broussard; and brother, Alvin Bouillion; grandson, Jamie Primeaux; daughter-in-law, Lana Touchet; and son-in-law, James "Carroll" LeMaire.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.

July 27, 1953 — April 16, 2025

ERATH — Funeral Services for Michael James Broussard, 71, were held at 1 p.m., on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath with Deacon Tim Marcantel officiating. Entombment followed at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
Visitation began at 11 a.m., on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath and continued until the time of service. A recitation of the rosary began at 12 p.m.
Mr. Michael James Broussard left this world peacefully at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Michael was a kind, funny, and talented soul whose warmth touched all who knew him. A lover of all kinds of music, he found joy in melodies that spoke to the heart and soul. His creativity extended far beyond music. He had a gifted hand for crocheting and sewing, and was a phenomenal cook known for the care and love he poured into every dish he made. Michael was never happier than when he was preparing a meal for his family, always showing up with a smile and a serving spoon in hand. Mother's Day held a special place in his heart, as he delighted in honoring the women of his family with the meals, he so lovingly prepared. Michael's love knew no bounds. He had a deep affection for animals, especially his beloved cats, who brought him endless comfort and companionship. Even so, it was his family who held the most sacred space in his heart, most especially his cherished Godchild, Stacey.
Mr. Michael James Broussard is survived by his mother, Rose Mallet Broussard of Abbeville; one brother, Alan Broussard and his wife Suzanne of Abbeville; two sisters, Brenda Alleman and Susan Broussard both of Abbeville; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Earl Paul Broussard, his paternal grandparents, Enis Broussard and Evela Broussard; his maternal grandparents, Pierre Elito Mallet and Martine Mallet; and his brother-in-law, Bradley Alleman.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the compassionate staff at Maison du Monde Nursing Home and Traditions Hospice. Their attentive and loving care brought peace to Michael’s final days. Each member of the team, from the office staff to the devoted nurses, treated Michael as one of their own, and for that, the family is forever grateful.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralhome.org
Frioux-David Funeral Home of Erath, 209 East Putnam Street, (337) 937-0405 will be handling the arrangements.

An Abbeville man is dead, and another person is injured after a suspect fired multiple shots into a vehicle that also had a toddler inside.
On Friday, April 18, at approximately 10:08 p.m., the Abbeville Police Department received several calls of shots fired around the 700 block of South Guegnon Street in Abbeville. Minutes later, the department received another call that someone had crashed into a utility pole in Landry’s Laundromat parking lot on Charity Street. Another call then came in advising of a shooting victim on Prairie Avenue.
Once officers arrived at Landry’s Laundromat, they located a tan 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe that had run up against the utility pole in the Southeast corner of the parking lot along Charity Street. Officers found Tavian Anthony Young, 20, of Abbeville, inside the vehicle. Young suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the right side of his body just below the armpit.
Once officers arrived at Prairie Avenue, they realized the shooting victim was a passenger in Young’s vehicle. She received a gunshot wound to her head and was transported to a local area hospital, where she is in stable condition. A third passenger in the vehicle, a 3-year-old toddler, was not injured. A family member later picked him up.
Officers with the Abbeville Police Department and Abbeville Fire Department placed Tavion Young on the ground and attempted CPR at the scene of the crash but were unable to get a response. Deputy Coroner Lane Abshire responded to the incident and pronounced Young dead at the scene. Vincent Funeral Home picked up the victim’s body. 
After further investigation, officers learned that while the 2012 Chevy Tahoe was northbound on Guegnon Street, an unknown suspect/suspects fired multiple 223 rounds at the vehicle. One round struck Young in the side of his chest and the second victim was struck in the back of her head. The vehicle traveled Northbound on Guegnon Street and made a right turn heading east on Charity Street, and traveled across to Landry’s Laundromat, where he hit the utility pole.
This case is still actively under investigation. Abbeville Chief of Police Mike Hardy urges the public to provide any further information regarding this crime or any other crime by calling the Abbeville Police Department at (337) 893-2511. You may also contact our “Tips” line at (337) 892-6777. All callers may remain anonymous. Citizens may also send anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers of Vermilion by calling (337) 740-TIPS or the P3 app, which can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or at Google Play Store.

November 2, 1925 ~ April 17, 2025

ABBEVILLE — A Graveside Service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025 at St. Paul Cemetery, honoring the life of Dr. Harold Paul Travasos, 99, who passed away on April 17, 2025 at his residence. Reverend Daniel Picard will officiate at the service.
Dr. Harold (as he was called) was a graduate of SLI (now UL at Lafayette) and received his post-graduate degree in Veterinary Medicine at Alabama Poly Technic Institute (now Auburn University). He was a veteran of Word War II and the recipient of the Purple Heart.
Dr. Harold was past president of the Rotary Club and the Abbeville Chamber of Commerce of which he was a board member for 16 years. He was chairman of the Water Resource Committee of the Abbeville Chamber of Commissioner, a Charter Commissioner of the Teche Vermilion Freshwater District and served as a commissioner for the Parish of Vermilion for 19 years. He also served as a board member and secretary-treasure of the Iberian Vermilion Soil Conservation Service. Dr. Harold was awarded the Outstanding Citizen award in 1970 by the American Legion.
Professional associations include Vermilion Parish Farm Bureau, Vermilion Parish Cattlemen Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association and Southwest Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association of which he was a past president.
Dr. Travasos' grandson Sam, survives him. His wife of 75 years, Theresa and a son, Todd predeceased him.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.