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Della Mae Broussard Faulk

Thu, 12/12/2019 - 9:06am

April 7, 1930 ~ December 5, 2019

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Della Mae Broussard Faulk, 89, who died Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Abbeville General Hospital. Thomas M. Faulk will officiate the services. Interment will be at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery in Abbeville.
Della Mae Broussard Faulk passed away at Abbeville General Hospital on Thursday, December 5th, at 8:24pm. She was born in Kaplan, La on April 7, 1930. She was a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School in New Orleans, LA.
After high school, Della met and married Claiborne J. Faulk from Abbeville, LA and resided in New Orleans, LA where she worked as a homemaker. Then after a short time in Dallas, TX, they moved back to the Abbeville, LA area where they resided for the last 30+ years was on Sand Pit Road close to many of her children. Her home church was First Assembly of God in Youngsville, LA.
Della was someone who believed in investing in her community and in individual's lives. Alongside her husband, Della worked with Christians In Action and Sr. Jeanette, of the Dominican Rural Missionaries from France, helping to meet the needs of people in Vermilion Parish. You may have entered her home a guest but always departed as a friend as it was impossible to visit without having something to eat or drink. This also included her love for animals.
As a homemaker, Della would not have traded one moment as a wife, mother, supporter, fervent Christian, doctor, taxi, surgeon, counselor, comforter, teacher, accountant, referee, friend, entertainer, hostess, purchasing agent, economist, inspirer, coach, listener, chef and a host of other things. One of her greatest delights was her family and extended family as there was never a moment where she didn't have time for them.
Later in her life, again she served alongside her husband supporting churches and traveling to help missionaries bring the love of Jesus Christ to the world. Here love for people literally poured out of her life for all to see and as her family will say “we have never met a person who didn’t like or love our mother”. In the last 7 days, multitudes of messages and comments have clearly communicated how Della demonstrated love towards them and others. If there was one encompassing characteristic that described Della Mae Broussard Faulk, it was Christian Love. This is her legacy and it is her family’s heritage.
After her husband of 66 years entered eternity, December 4, 2014, she remained at her home in Abbeville until entering Maison du Monde Living Center in Abbeville where loving care was given.
She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend and she will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her children, Donald Ray Faulk (Sharon Frederick Faulk), Robert Claiborne Faulk (Jerri Touchet Faulk), Edward James Faulk, Thomas Michael Faulk (Lisa Hebert Faulk), Claiborne John Faulk Jr. (Maxine Larcade Faulk), and Marissa Faulk Moss (Dave Moss); nine grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Aristile and Gladys Broussard; and brothers, Donald and Thomas Broussard.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 9:00 AM until time of services.
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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Mildred Simon Vincent “Millie”

Thu, 12/12/2019 - 9:05am

December 3, 1937 ~ December 11, 2019

KAPLAN — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Mildred Simon Vincent, 82, who died Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jerry Paul Vincent of Kaplan; her five daughters, Melanie and her husband, D.J. Lavoi of Harrison, AR, Karen and her husband, Mike Goebel of Lafayette, Andrea and her husband, Bobby Frederick of Kaplan, Mary Beth and her husband, Martin Zaunbrecher of Gueydan, and Jacinta and her husband, David Dyck of Royse City, TX; her four sons, Jerry “Buddy” Vincent and his wife, Tina of Kaplan, Peter Vincent and his wife, Stacia of Kaplan, Deacon William “Billy” Vincent and his wife, Melissa of Abbeville, and Jeremy Vincent and his wife, Michele of Chesterfield, VA;; her sister, Linda Baker of Kaplan; her 18 grandchildren; and her 17 great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff of St. Joseph Hospice for all of their care.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edes Simon and the former Elise Hargrave; her brother, Doris Simon; and one godchild, Toby Mallet.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Ave., on Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 6:30 PM; Friday, December 13, 2019 from 8:00 AM until the procession departs for the church at 10:45 AM with a rosary being prayed at 9:00 AM.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Vincent family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.

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Abbeville Police Department taking part in ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign

Wed, 12/11/2019 - 9:51am

The Abbeville Police Department, through funding provided by the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, are participating in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, which runs from Friday, December 13, 2019 through January 1, 2020. Officers of the Abbeville Police Department will have designated D.W.I. patrols, searching for impaired drivers. Officers will also be looking out for other violations, such as moving violations and seatbelt usage.
On a date and time to be announced later, the Abbeville Police Department will also be conducting a sobriety checkpoint within the city limits of Abbeville.
Chief Spearman would like to remind citizens to buckle their seatbelts at all times and obey all traffic laws to help make our streets safe.
Anyone with any information regarding any crime is encouraged to contact the Abbeville Police Department. 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.

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Baby Announcements for Dec. 8

Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:31am

Lailah Chanel Shirley
A daughter, Lailah Chanel Shirley, was born Saturday November 23 2019, at Abbeville General to Wayna La’Shae Briggs and Richard James Shirley III of Abbeville.

Kenzlei Paige Nicole Levine
A daughter, Kenzlei Paige Nicole Levine, was born Friday, November 22, 2019, at Abbeville General to Bri’Neisha Lachelle Levine of Abbeville.

Mason James Cassidy
A son, Mason James Cassidy, was born November 21, 2019 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cassidy of Erath.
The mother is the former Jacie Sonnier.

Eli Everett Hoke
A son, Eli Everett Hoke was born November 19, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Ali Hargrave and Logan Hoke of Youngsville.

Jamison Joseph Perry
A son, Jamison Joseph Perry, was born November 20, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Gabrielle Vincent and Joseph Perry, III of Gueydan.

Wyatt Hai Minor
A son, Wyatt Hai Minor was born November 18, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourddes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Desiree Minor and Justin Pham of Maurice.

Gabriel Lee Duhon
A son, Gabriel Lee Duhon was born November 15, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Duhon of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Bethany Meaux.

Charli Charnell Bell
A daughter, Charli Charnell Bell, was born November 7, 2019 at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Daisha Thompson and Edward Bell, Jr. of Abbeville.

Willow Hazeleigh Miller
A daughter, Willow Hazeleigh Miller, was born November 14, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Christine Chaney and Cody Miller of Kaplan.

Brayden De’Lane Landry
A son, Brayden De’Lane Landry, was born November 11, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Brent Landry of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Brittany Campbell.

Kenan Oliver Roth
A son, Kenan Oliver Roth, was born on November 10, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Peyton Roth of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Brittany Hargrave.

Carter James McAlister
A son, Carter James McAlister was born November 11, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Leah Hebert and Brendan McAlister of Broussard.

Cohen James Prejean
A son, Cohen James Prejean, was born November 4, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Prejean of Carencro.
The mother is the former Fritzi Hanks.

Vera Rose Pilcher
A daughter, Vera Rose Pilcher, was born November 1, 2019, at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s and Children’s Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Pilcher of Maurice.
The mother is the former Skyla Whitworth.

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Police give all clear after report of bomb threat at Rene Rost in Kaplan

Tue, 12/10/2019 - 2:37pm

KAPLAN — Students and faculty at Rene Rost Middle School had to be evacuated Tuesday after authorities learned of a possible bomb threat at the school.
Members of the Kaplan Police Department and the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office responded after receiving notification. A search found no credible evidence of a threat.
“Officers were deployed along with bomb searching K-9s,” Kaplan Chief of Police Joshua Hardy said. “The children were evacuated to a safe location. The school along with all out buildings were searched and cleared of any threats.”
Hardy said an investigation is ongoing.
“The threat was suspected from a student at the school,” Hardy said. “The investigation is continuing and if found to be valid charges will be filed.”

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Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Alexander Trahan

Julia Renee Whittle marries Cameron Alexander Trahan

Tue, 12/10/2019 - 9:18am
Couple exchanged vows at Palmetto Island State Park in Abbeville, Louisiana

Julia Renee Whittle of Erath, LA and Cameron Alexander Trahan of New Iberia, LA were married in a 3:00 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Palmetto Island State Park in Abbeville, Louisiana. Barbara Broussard, Justice of the Peace officiated the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Choate (Manita) of Erath, Louisiana.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Trahan (Marsha) of New Iberia, Louisiana.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore an Oleg Cassini Ivory off the shoulder long sleeve lace A-line dress, embellished with beading and sequins and a chapel length train. She wore a cathedral length veil with a complete lace border and a rhinestone comb. The bride carried an arrangement of burgundy peonie roses and sunflowers with accent flowers in orange, white and yellow arranged with greenery.
Alexis Dumesnil, cousin of the bride, served as maid of honor. She wore a 3/4 sleeve lace top dress with a v-back and a split front floor length skirt, sienna in color. Samuel Comeaux served as best man.
Sawyer Kay Dumesnil and Bailey Toups served as flower girls, and they wore an ivory color a-line floor length lace dress with an ivory sash to tie in the back. Aven Eagleson, served as ring bearer. 
The mother of the bride was escorted by Jonathan Choate, father of the bride. She wore an eggplant colored lace top dress with a shear overlay that draped into a cowl neckline in back with a Chiffon overlay floor length skirt.
The mother of the groom was escorted by the groom and his father, Troy Trahan. She wore a navy blue tea length dress with shear sleeves and silver accent beading at the neckline.
Music for the ceremony was provided by Mike Bourgeois.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Palmetto Island State Park meeting room. The evening before the ceremony, the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Troy Trahan, hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Palmetto Island State Park meeting room.
After a honeymoon in Destin, Florida, the couple will reside in Youngsville, Louisiana.

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