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ABBEVILLE – A Private Funeral Service will be held for Mr. Chester J. Smith, Sr., 89, at David Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
A native of Erath and a resident of Abbeville, Mr. Smith died at 1:17PM on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at his residence. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was the owner of Chester Smith Marine; he was also involved with several other companies in the marine industry. Mr. Chester enjoyed playing bouree’, collecting antique cars, going to his camp, and being on the water, especially shrimping. He loved having a good time and be with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Anne Naquin Smith of Abbeville; a son, Chester J. Smith, II and his fiancée Estelle Mergist of Erath; three daughters, Mona Stika and her husband Kurt of Abbeville, Deanna Broussard and Randall Mendoza of Erath, and Janice Smith of Youngsville; seven grandchildren, Tobias Falgout and his wife Tina, Brandon Falgout and his wife Lindsey, Brett Broussard, Erika Vasquez, Trey Broussard and his wife Maci, Chester J. “C.J.” Smith, III, and Ashton Joseph Smith; and two great grandchildren, Parker J. Falgout and Tobias Falgout.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claiborne Smith and Eugenie LeBlanc Vincent; two sisters, Eula Dartez and Lilly Viator; and a grandchild, Ashley Kaye Smith.
Serving as pallbearers will be Brett Broussard, Trey Broussard, Tobias Falgout, Brandon Falgout, Glenn Broussard, and Saade Bou-Mikael.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralho9me.org
David Funeral Home of Abbeville at 2600 Charity St. (337)893-3777 will be handling the arrangements.

NEW IBERIA – At approximately 3:45 pm on November 28th, 2019, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a single-vehicle crash on US 90 near Ross Road in Iberia Parish. The crash ultimately took the life of 23-year-old Kayleb Leblanc of Erath.
The initial investigation by State Police revealed that the crash occurred as Leblanc was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado westbound on US 90. For unknown reasons, his vehicle ran off the roadway and overturned.
Leblanc was unrestrained at the time of the crash and was ejected. He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. On December 7th, State Police was notified that Leblanc succumbed to his injuries on December 6th. Impairment is unknown and this crash remains under investigation.

ERATH — A Mass of Christian Burial for John Bennett Hulin, 88, will be at 11:00AM Saturday December 7, 2019 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Father Manny Fernandez officiating. Interment will follow in Bancker Cemetery in Henry.
Visitation will be at David Funeral Home of Erath Friday December 6, 2016 from 4:00PM until 9:00PM with recitation of the rosary at 7:00PM. Visitation will resume Saturday from 8:00AM until service time.
John, a lifelong resident of Henry passed away Thursday December 5, 2019 in his residence. He was a Farmer, worked for Prairie Gregg Drainage and was a member of the Henry Volunteer Fire Dept. for 42 years.
He is survived by his sons, Steve Hulin and wife Suzanne of Leroy, Fabian Hulin and wife Gloria of Henry, and Duell Peter Hulin and wife Denise of Henry, his grandchildren, Shanna Meaux, Shane Hulin, Stacy Broussard, Crystal Kirkconnell, Ashley Eichorn, Zachary Hulin, and Caleb Hulin, great grandchildren, Katy Meaux, Allison Meaux, Hunter Hulin, Gabrielle Hulin, Collin Broussard, Maddie Broussard, Mia Broussard, Chelsie Kirkconnell, William KIrkconnell, Sadie Kirkconnell, Audrey Eichorn, Bennett Eichorn, Catlyn Hulin, and Easton Hulin, great great grandchildren, Whitley and Walker Broussard.
He is preceded in death by his wife Eula Mae Duhon Hulin, his parents, J. Duell and Idelle Dugas Hulin, a brother Edward Hulin and a grandson Eddie Hulin.
Readers are Shanna Meaux and Deborah Eckholdt. Gift bearers are Crystal KIrkconnell, Ashley Eichorn, and Stacy Broussard.Music provided by Katy Meaux.
Serving as his Pallbearers will be Steve Hulin, Fabian Hulin, Duell Hulin, Shane Hulin, Zachary Hulin, Caleb Hulin, Jeff Meaux, and Ryan Kirkconnell.
Serving as his Honorary Pallbearers will be Ross Eichorn, Travis Broussard, John Hebrin, Hunter Hulin, Collin Broussard, William Kirkconnell, and Bennett Eichorn.
The Hulin family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Acadian Hospice and his wonderful sitters.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home of Erath is in charge of arrangements 209 East Putnam Street Erath, LA 70533 (337) 937-0405.

Harvest Time Christian Academy will present “I’ll be home for Christmas“ at Abbeville high school this Friday and Saturday.
The performances will be under the direction of Joy Broussard. Broussard has been the choir director at harvest Time Christian Academy for 16 years and also serves as CYT Vermilion’s chapter coordinator.
The annual Christmas musical at HTCA is a wonderful long standing tradition for our family, friends and entire community.
“You especially won’t want to miss this year,” Broussard said. “Set in the 1940s, this show is packed with quality sets, beautiful costumes, high energy, romance, dancing, and incredible vocals!”
Admission is free to everyone. Donations will be accepted at the door. Invite your family and friends to attend this beautiful Christmas musical that is perfect for the whole family!
Performance times are Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m. at Abbeville high school.