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Redemptorist Catholic School to close

Mon, 03/11/2019 - 9:27am

CROWLEY — The Diocese of Lafayette announced that Redemptorist Catholic School in Crowley will close its doors for the final time at the end of the 2018-2019 school year. The school enrolls students in grades Pre-K through eighth grade, and has been educating students in the Crowley community for the past fifty-nine years.
Please see attached a letter sent to Redemptorist Catholic parents and guardians by Immaculate Heart of Mary Church pastor Father Jason Vidrine for complete details.
Below is the letter that was sent to parents:
Dear Parents/Guardians,
In my previous communications, I explained that after consultation with Bishop Deshotel and Deacon Jeff Trumps, our Diocesan CFO, I was able to open registration for the 2019-2020 school year at Redemptorist Catholic School.
I consulted with the Advisory Council and its Finance Committee to discuss ways we could raise revenue and cut expenses, and each of the budgets we considered would require at least 165 students. Despite our best efforts to bring that number down, including raising tuition, the lowest it could be brought down to was 158.
However, the actual number registered by February 28, 2019 was 79, far short of our goal. Unfortunately, our school cannot operate with such a low number both educationally or financially nor can its long-term viability be assured.
With this in mind, we have had to make the painful decision not to open for the 2019-2020 school year.
This announcement is being made at the present time because as many in the school community had expressed, it was necessary in order to allow adequate time for Teachers to find other employment and for parents to have the opportunity to enroll their students in other schools. Neighboring Catholic Schools such as St. Michael in Crowley, Rayne Catholic, St. Francis in Iota, and Maltrait Memorial in Kaplan are ready to accept students. St. Michael’s and Rayne Catholic have both graciously offered to allow the Parents of the RCS students they accept to pay the RCS tuition amount for their first year to allow an adequate adjustment on the part of the families. The Diocese’s Office of Catholic Schools will help find placement for faculty and staff affected by the school’s closure.
All registration fees collected for the 2019/2020 school year will be refunded.
I know it is a decision neither you nor I wanted to hear. Redemptorist Catholic School will always hold a sacred place in the hearts of all who have benefited by its rich tradition of Catholic education in our community. I would like to sincerely thank all who supported RCS throughout the years. It would not have been possible for us to make it this far without it. Your support will remain a testament to Redemptorist Catholic School.
This present challenge will present us with the opportunity to strengthen the catechetical program of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. We look forward to working with students who will enroll for our CCD classes.
We trust in God’s will. Through the intercession of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we ask Our Lord’s compassion, mercy and blessings upon all impacted by this difficult decision.
Respectfully Yours in Christ,
Rev. Fr. Jason Vidrine
Pastor

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Dolores Ann Hebert

Mon, 03/11/2019 - 8:58am

June 1, 1941 ~ March 9, 2019

Delcambre — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2019 at Our Lady of The Lake Church honoring the life of Dolores Ann Hebert, 77, who died Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Abbeville General Hospital. She will be laid to rest at Our Lady of the Lake Cemetery with Rev. John "Buddy" Breaux officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Kip LeBlanc, Matthew Ulm, Heath Richard, Buddy Richard, Jace Richard, Tate Carlin.
Dolores was affectionately called Ma Dee. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was a kind, gentle person, a great friend, and loved by all who knew her. She was also a hard worker. After her retirement, Dolores was a loving caregiver and was a sitter for those in need. She was a dietary supervisor at Eastridge Nursing Home in Abbeville from when it opened until her retirement in 2005. Prior to that, she was a dietary supervisor at Morris Lahasky Nursing Home and was a cook at Erath Memorial Hospital. She loved bingo, plants, and watching the birds.
Dolores is survived by her daughters, Debra Hebert Baudoin and her companion Octa Goutierrez, and Elina Hebert LeBlanc and her husband Mike LeBlanc, both of Delcambre; her son, Shane Richard of Erath; two brothers, Michael Richard and wife Liz, and Glenn Richard and wife Gloria, all of Erath; grandchildren, Misty, Megan and Chad Baudoin, Kip LeBlanc, Celie LeBlanc Ulm, and Brailyn Richard; and great grandchildren, Chloe Baudoin, Alayah and Mikhi McGee, Kadence, Canon, Christian and Caroline LeBlanc, and baby Ulm due soon.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew Richard and the former Neila Primeaux.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Our Lady of the Lake Church, on Monday, March 11, 2019 from 11:00 AM until the time of services. A rosary will be prayed at 2:30 PM.
Mrs. Hebert’s family would like to thank Dr. Lahasky, Dr. Harrington, Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis Center, the staff at Abbeville General, and especially the staff at Eastridge Nursing Home for taking such good care of their mother.
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.

Birth Announcements

Mon, 03/11/2019 - 8:50am

Liam Joseph Guidroz
A son, Liam Joseph Guidroz, was born March 1, 2019 at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Michell James Guidroz of Kaplan. The mother is the former Desiree Nichole Trahan.

London Renee Landry
A daughter, London Renee Landry, was born February 27, 2019, at Abbeville General to Jamie Jhanae Scott and Louis Shaquille Landry Sr., of Abbeville.

Zaine Alexander Guillory
A son, Zaine Alexander Guillory, was born February 15, 2019, at Abbeville General to Cailyn Marie Adams and Dylan Alexander Guillory of Abbeville.
Zepherin August Gaspard
A son, Zepherin August Gaspard, was born February 12, 2019 at Abbeville General to Misty Lynn Robinson and Ray Allen Gaspard, Jr. of Kaplan.

Jazealia She’Rae Guidry
A daughter, Jazealia She’Rae Guidry, was born March 6, 2019, at Abbeville General to Kaleah Rashawn Demouchet and Ja’von Shaquille-Raheem Guidry of Abbeville.

Koy Ryan Hidalgo
A son, Koy Ryan Hidalgo, was born February 28, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Randi Leon and Derek Hidalgo of Church Point.

Landon Reese Davis
A son, Landon Reese Davis, was born Feburary 27, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Roslyn Davis of Abbeville.

Ella Rose Broussard
A daughter, Ella Rose Broussard, was born February 28, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Fernanda Freyffeldt-Gonzalez and Brayton Broussard of Abbeville.

Emella Anne Joseph
A daughter, Emella Anne Joseph, was born February 20, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Trevion Joseph of Abbeville. Mrs. Joseph is the former Kaylyn Badeaux..

Kataleyah Lanae Lair
A daughter, Kataleyah Lanae Lair, was born February 17, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Gredchen Ross and Issac Lair of Alexandria.

Khol Joseph James Harrington
A son, Khol Joseph James Harrington, was born February 18, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Monica Harrington of Abbeville.

Hope Vivian Prados
A daughter, Hope Vivian Prados, was born February 17, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Heath Prados of New Iberia. Mrs. Prados is the former Paige Trahan.

Julian Mason Tezeno
A son, Julian Mason Tezeno, was born February 16, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Kimberly Gaspard and Marlon Tezeno of Kaplan.

Ja’Mya Jolie Arceneaux
A daughter, Ja’Mya Jolie Arceneaux, was born February 17, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Lajoaquin Arceneaux of Abbeville.
Peighton Ellie Hebert
A daughter, Peighton Ellie Hebert, was born February 15, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hebert, Jr. of Abbeville. Mrs. Hebert is the former Jessica Spearman.

Emery Blake Poirrier
A daughter, Emery Blake Piorrier, was born February 13, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Alex Piorrier of Abbeville. Mrs. Poirrier is the former Kelli Meche.

Blakelen Pake Richard
A son, Blakelen Pake Richard, was born February 14, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Megan Williams and Pake Richard of Abbeville.

Omri Jace Romero
A son, Omri Jace Romero, was born February 11, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Errol Romero, II of Abbeville. Mrs. Romero is the former Kayla Wilson.

Alexander James Cavalier
A son, Alexander James Cavalier, born February 10, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Cavalier of Abbeville. Mrs. Cavalier is the former Simone Mire.

Sa’laina Diana Lacoya Harris
A daughter, Sa’laina Diana Lacoya Harris, born February 8, 2019, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Stan Harris of St. Martinville. Mrs. Harris is the former Geraldine Francis.

Mrs. Ja’Qwaylon Davenport

Woods - Davenport united in marriage

Mon, 03/11/2019 - 8:49am

Miss Shaley Danae Woods and Mr. Ja’Qwaylon “Jay Jay” Davenport were joined as one on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in Gueydan at the Gueydan Civic Center. Their union was blessed and officiated by Minister Donnie Bolden, Jr.
The bride is the daughter of Charles and Tina Woods, the granddaughter of Clarence “Ninny” and Hilda “Ma-Mut” Woods, Lawrence “Manny” and Leona Bertrand all of Gueydan. She’s a 2010 graduate of Gueydan High School and a 2012 graduate of SLCC Crowley, LA.
The groom is the son of Kmeshia Davenport of Abbeville and Joseph “Pato” Despaine of Lafayette. His grandparents are Juanessa Green, George (Betty) Williams, Wilmer “Buffy” Baudoin all of Abbeville, the late Henrietta Wiggins of Lafayette and Hearese Littleton of Orange, TX. He is a 2011 graduate of Abbeville High School, a 2013 graduate of New Mexico Junior College and a 2015 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor in General Studies and a minor in Social Sciences.
The bride wore an elegant off-white Sweetheart Madeline Gardner dress and carried a bouquet of white and off-white Hydrangea flowers.
Her maid of honor was her cousin and best friend Tioni Woods. Her bridesmaids included Jasmine Dozier, Lilly Meaux, Kaily Breaux, Brittany Bertrand, Keara Charles, Tiffany Grant, Sierra Boudreaux and Tyra Adams.
They wore beautiful royal blue one shoulder gowns by Vera Wang complimented with grey and white wrist corsages. Her flower girl was her adorable daughter Zavanna who wore an off-white Yuanlu Vintage dress and carried a basket filled with blue rose petals.
The best men of the groom was his brother Delontra Fields, Jr. and best friend Tiremone Williams. His groomsmen included the brother of the bride Colton Woods, long life friends Denzel Scott, Kevin Scott, DaJuan Smith, Akeem Lewis, Deundrick Cormier, D’Andre Hawthorne and David Broussard. The ring bearer was the grooms God son Traidyn Williams. These gentlemen wore Heather Grey Clayton tuxedo’s with royal blue vests.
The reception followed the ceremony at the Gueydan Civic Center. Music was provided by DJ Russ.

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Mrs. Daelin A. Brasseaux

Miss Caitlyn Picard becomes Mrs. Dahlin A. Brasseaux

Mon, 03/11/2019 - 8:46am

Miss Caitlyn Anette Picard of Maurice and Mr. Daelin A. Brasseaux of Nunez were joined in marriage on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at L’eglise in Abbeville.
The 6 p.m. ceremony was officiated by Eric Toups.
The bride is the daughter of Christina and John Dayries of Maurice, LA and John and Toby Picard of Sulphur, LA. Her maternal grandparent is Ronald Suire and step-paternal grandparents are Barbara Dayries of Lafayette, LA and the late Huey Dayries, paternal grandparents are Janice Picard of Sulphur, LA and the late Joseph Picard Jr.
The groom is the son of Dwight Jr. and Sandy Brasseaux of Nunez, LA. His maternal grandparents are Diana and Wendell Broussard of Nunez and the late Terry Hebert.
Escorted by her father and step-father, the bride wore a gown found exclusively at A-Nets Bridal Boutique. The delicate Venetian lace flowed from the soft sweetheart neckline throughout the sheath silhouette. A classic corset encloser enhanced this lovely design. Finally, a sweep chapel length train completed the unforgettable effect. She wore a fingertip length veil adorned with lace and carried a bouquet of green and white roses, white ranunculus and eucalyptus.
Logan Boykin, friend of the bride, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Alana Bourroughs and Kennedy Suire, cousins of the bride and Bailey Landry, friend of the bride.
The attendants wore steel blue crinkle chiffon halter sheat dresses graced with a high neck, a grosgrain ribbon tie and a flounce at the bodice. They carried white vendella rosed with blue thistle and eucalyptus.
Broc Trahan, friend of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen included Charlie Gallusser, brother of the bride and Elliot Brasseaux and Montana Brasseaux, brothers of the groom.
A reception was held at L’eglise in Abbeville.
Upon their return from a wedding trip to Cabo San Lucas, the couple will reside in Nunez, LA.
A rehearsal dinner, hosted by the parents of the groom, was held at the Erath Community Center on Friday, March 8, 2019.
The bride is a 2012 graduate of North Vermilion High School and a 2016 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelors Degree.
The groom is a 2013 graduate of North Vermilion High School.

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Charlet Joseph Roy

Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:13pm

January 22, 1937 ~ March 4, 2019

ABBEVILLE — Memorial services will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Charlet Joseph Roy, 82, who died Monday, March 4, 2019 at Lafayette General Medical Center.
He is survived by his three sons, Myles Roy of Leroy, Dane Roy and wife Debbie of Leroy and David Roy and wife Tammy of Leroy; grandchildren, Chris Hebert of Erath, Spencer Roy and wife Allison of Leroy, Jarrod Roy of Leroy, Colby Roy of Leroy and Courtney Roy of Leroy; and six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Meyers Roy; parents, Severin Roy and the former Viola Landry; and granddaughter, Victoria Hargrave.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Thursday, March 14, 2019 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
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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Joyce Lou Touchet Baudoin

Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:11pm

February 8, 1935 ~ March 6, 2019

ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, March 11, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Joyce Lou Touchet Baudoin, 84, who died Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services. Serving as pallbearers will be Brett Gaspard, Curt Trahan, Jonathan Gaspard, Quinton Gaspard, Joshua Gaspard and Timothy Baudoin.
Joyce is survived by her husband, Carroll Baudoin; son, Mark Baudoin and his wife Leah; two daughters, Janice Simon and her husband Edward, and Patti Gaspard; eight grandchildren, Curt Trahan (Mary), Nicole Lege (Chad), Quinton Gaspard (Chelsea), Jonathan Gaspard (Dario), Brett Gaspard (Brittany), Joshua Gaspard (Chyna), Timothy Baudoin (Maddie), and Brooke Baudoin; five great grandchildren, Fallon Lege, Emma Lege, Paige Trahan, Westin Baudoin, and Cali Duhon.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Arno Touchet and the former Ceba Lege; in-laws, Fernand and Fedora Baudoin; siblings, Clorus Touchet, Lelias Broussard, Mildred Hebert, Linus Touchet, Lourse Touchet, Wilbert Touchet, Hazel Touchet, and Eldes Touchet; and an infant brother.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Sunday, March 10, 2019 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM; Monday, March 11, 2019 from 8:00 AM until 10:15 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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Anne Ketchum Smith

Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:10pm

September 14, 1941 ~ March 8, 2019

ABBEVILLE — Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Anne Ketchum Smith, 77, who died Friday, March 8, 2019 at Maison De Lafayette. Pastor, Rev. Dr. Mollie McGee will officiate the service.
Anne is survived by her two daughters, Torrie Guzzetta and Raegan Terry; two step-daughters, Ann Dartez and Tanya Abshire; four grandchildren, Rae Anne Connor, Natalie Davis, Jacob and Patrick Guzzetta; and six great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Smith; parents, Clois Melvin Ketchum and the former Zada Gladys Ross; brother, Jarrett Ketchum; and sister, Sandra Miles.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Monday, March 11, 2019 from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM; Tuesday, March 12, 2019 from 8:00 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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Craig Guillory

Abbeville Police arrest armed robbery suspect

Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:09pm

On March 7, 2019, at approximately 10:47 a.m. officers of the Abbeville Police Department responded to an Armed Robbery call at a business on Richard Street.
Officers learned that a white male subject entered the business armed with a knife. The suspect demanded cash and the car keys from the employee of the business. The employee complied, giving the suspect her cash and her car keys. The victim was able to give a description of the suspect, his clothing and a description of the knife he used in the robbery.
The suspect then stole the victim’s vehicle and fled the scene. Officers saturated the area, looking for any sign of the suspect, but were unable to do so. A BOLO (Be On The Look Out) was communicated to the area police agencies.
A few hours later, an officer with the patrol division located the stolen vehicle parked and unoccupied at a business along the LA Hwy. 14 Bypass. Detectives were called out and processed the motor vehicle. During the subsequent canvassing of homes and businesses in the area, it was learned that another business had video surveillance of the location where the stolen vehicle was parked. The surveillance video showed the suspect walking through a parking lot and stopped in the parking lot where he spoke to an employee of that business. The owner of the business which had footage of the suspect walking in his parking lot was able to provide the identity of the suspect to the officers. Officers continued canvassing the area and were able to receive information from another nearby business of the possible location of the suspect.
Officers were later able to locate the suspect, who was still wearing the same clothing as described by the victim. The suspect was also in possession of a knife which also matched the description given by the victim.
The suspect (now identified as Craig Guillory, 48, was arrested and charged with Armed Robbery and Theft of an Automobile. Mr. Guillory was transported to the Vermilion Parish Correctional Center.
Chief Spearman would like to thank the Abbeville Police Department’s Patrol Shift “C” and the Abbeville Police Department Investigations Division on an outstanding job performed. Chief Spearman would also like to thank all of the citizens and businesses for the tremendous help they provided to the police department in this investigation. This case was another example of the things that can be accomplished when the police department, the citizens and the businesses of this great city come together to help one another.
Anyone with any information regarding any crime is encouraged to do so through either our website at www.AbbevillePD.com. You may also contact our “Tips” line at 892-6777. All persons giving any information may remain anonymous.

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