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December 8, 1926 ~ December 14, 2018

KAPLAN — A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 2:00 PM on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Wanda Latiolais, 92, who died Friday, December 14, 2018 at her residence. She was laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services.
Mary Wanda Latiolais was born on December 8, 1926 to Ozite and Hampton Greene. With her siblings, Ann and Farrell, she lived an idyllic life under the shade of oak and orange trees. It was a magical and formative time for her and she was always proud to say that she was a descendent of Russ and Eugenia Abshire Greene.
Ms. Latiolais graduated Salutatorian of E. Broussard High School and attended business school in Abbeville. She married the love of her life, Earl, on April 14, 1945, and they shared 64 years together. She was a devoted and dedicated mother and homemaker, who enjoyed entertaining family and friends at her home with her “Special Lobster Rice Dressing,” and “famous” seafood gumbo.
Ms. Wanda was actively engaged in social activities. In 1989, she joined the Cajun Quilters Guild with a group of ladies who worked together for the next 25 years making quilts to support local charities, including Maltrait Memorial Catholic School. One of the highlights in her life was being selected as Kaplan’s Mardi Gras Chic-A-La-Pie Queen. During her year’s reign, she truly displayed her spirited nature.
She is survived by her son, Glenn Latiolais and his wife, Jessica of Abbeville; her daughter, Jan Latiolais and her husband, Cecil Currie of Houston, TX; she was known as “Momsie” to her six grandchildren, Jolene and her husband, Mark Harson, Jeanise and her husband, Troy Meyers, Jason Latiolais and his wife, Ashley, Landon Meaux and his wife, Lindsey, Julee Myers, and Trent Hampton Myers; ten great grandchildren, Kristi Harson, Bailey Harson, Trevor Delahoussaye, Tyler Meyers, Jax Latiolais, Tyson Meyers, Baylor Meaux, Ember Meaux, Stella Meaux, and Fletcher Meaux; and one sister, Ann Greene Meaux of Meaux.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Joseph Latiolais; her parents, Hampton Greene and the former Ozite Broussard; her brother, Farrell Greene; her daughter, Sheryl Latiolais Myers; and her great grandchild, Tristin Latiolais.
The Latiolais family expresses their deepest gratitude towards her dedicated, loving caregivers, Regina Edwards, Theresa Thibeaux, and Janice Francis, who filled her days with love, support, and laughter. They treated Ms. Wanda as though she was one of their own. Ms. Latiolais’ family would also like to thank Lamm Health Care and especially Dr. Scott Bergeaux. The family would also like to thank her special hairdressers, Vanessa Comeaux and Mary Smith, who always made certain that Ms. Wanda was impeccably styled.
The Latiolais family feels blessed to have had this great woman and role model in their lives and her soul now becomes their guardian angel.
All funeral arrangements were conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Latiolais family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.

Mary Anne and Ellery Hargrave of Kaplan celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Sunday, November 18, 2018, at the KC Hall in Kaplan.
The event was hosted by the couple’s children.
Family and friends were on hand to join in the celebration with the couple.
Also in attendance was Father Mark Miley who blessed their marriage.
Father Zaunbrecher married the couple at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on November 29, 1958.
Together they have three children - Jonathan, married to the former Betty Menard; Gilmar and Martin, married to Gay Broussard; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and one on the way.

Miss Jenci Gabrielle Sellers and Mr. Brock Michael Dronet were united in the sacrament of holy matrimony on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana. Father Louis Richard officiated the 6:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jabian Reid Sellers of Abbeville, Louisiana. The bride’s mother is the former Shelley Ann LeMaire of Abbeville, Louisiana. Jenci is the maternal granddaughter of Mary Cheryl and Andre’ Roland LeMaire of Abbeville, Louisiana. Her paternal grandparents are Anna D. Savoy and Pierre Russell Sellers both of Abbeville, Louisiana.
Jenci is a graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette where she earned a Bachelor of Science in 2018.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Rich Davis of Abbeville, Louisiana and Corey Listi of Lafayette, Louisiana. The groom’s mother is the former Pamela Marie Dronet of Erath, Louisiana. Brock is the maternal grandson of Charlene Ann and Curney J. Dronet, Jr. of Erath, Louisiana. His paternal grandparents are Rose Listi and the late Carlo Listi of Lafayette, Louisiana. His step-paternal grandparents are Mary Jane and Steven A. John of St. Clair, Missouri and the late James “Butch” Davis of Lonedell, Missouri.
Brock is a 2011 graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School in Abbeville, Louisiana.
Escorted by her father, the bride dawned a David Tutera for Mon Cheri gown made up of a diverse color palette of ivory lace with a champagne underlay. It’s classic floral venise lace embroidery added a timeless touch while the intricate beading provided a flicker of contemporary glamour. The tattoo effect lace sleeves, a nod to days past, brought just the right amount of heirloom accents along with the scalloped eyelash edges and satin covered buttons. The show stopping shimmering mermaid silhouette accentuated every curve and boasted embellishments in all the right places. The scalloped edge of the chapel train added a touch of vintage glamour. The cathedral length veil edged with matching beaded lace, coordinated with the gown, added the ideal finishing touch.
The bride carried a nosegay bouquet made of black pearl roses. The roses were sprinkled with shimmers of gold and accented with large iridescent crystals. To complete the design, the roses were enveloped in a soft bed of grey dusty miller. In keeping with the tradition of something old, the bride chose her mother’s heirloom crystal rosary which was woven in the floral composition created by Tiona Broussard, aunt of the bride, of Abbeville, Louisiana. The bride’s stunning wedding band was custom designed by A Bryan’s Jewelers of Lafayette, Louisiana.
The groom wore a black fitted “Desire” tuxedo designed by Michael Kors with a black shirt and black tie. The best man, groomsman and ring bearer wore a modern fitting one button black notched tuxedo with white shirts and black ties. The father of the bride wore a modern fitted one button notched black tuxedo with a white shirt and ascot while the father of the groom chose the modern fitting one button black notched tuxedo with the traditional bow-tie.
The mother of the bride wore an elegant silver powder iridescent floor length gown with cowl neckline and ruching at the midriff.
The mother of the groom wore a beautiful maroon, floor length evening gown with an off the shoulder sweetheart neckline and mermaid bottom.
The maid of honor and bridesmaids wore classic floor length gowns featuring a bateau neckline and a cowl draped back with iridescent rose gold sequins atop a-nude blush net fashioned into a long elegant gown. The flower girl wore an ivory tulle ballerina length dress with champagne underlay and satin champagne shoulder straps crisscrossing in the back together with a matching sash and a vintage flower accent.
The bride was attended by her maid of honor, Jill Koch, life-long best friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Sloan Trahan, Kristin Chauvin, Shaniqua Meaux, Jessica Gerami, Victoria Munchrath, Airelle Van duzee, Anna Ratliff, Ashlyn Landry, and Maci Ardoin, all close friends of the bride and groom, Samantha Sellers, sister-in-law to the bride, Gabrielle Davis, sister of the groom, Kinsley Sellers, first cousin of the bride, and flower girl Madelyn O’Bryan, first cousin of the groom.
Conner Munchrath, close life-long friend and first cousin of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen included Blake Morgan, Ben Bourque, Matthew Suire, Seth Chapman, Zach Hatch, Ridge Delcambre, Creighton Broussard, and Bryce Bodin all close friends of the bride and groom, Jardian Sellers, brother of the bride, Tyler Listi, Matthew Davis and R.J. Davis, brothers of the groom, Jacob Vincent and Carter Munchrath, first cousins of the groom. Wyatt Broussard, second cousin to the bride, served as the ring bearer. Dustin Landry, friend of the bride and groom, Asa Listi, brother of the groom, and Camden Sellers, first cousin of the bride, served as ushers.
For the ceremony, scriptures were read by Cindy LeJeune, great aunt of the bride, and Monique Vincent, aunt of the groom. Guests were presented with programs for the wedding ceremony.
Following the ceremony a reception was held at The Saint Theresa Family Life Center in Abbeville, Louisiana. Delicious food and drinks were provided by Rena Menard Catering of Abbeville, Louisiana.
A gorgeous and elaborate four-tier white chocolate-coconut wedding cake along with a two tiered red velvet groom’s cake was provided by Theresa Luquette of Kelvin’s Piano Bar of Abbeville, Louisiana. The entire event was captured with photos by Kailey Thomas Photography from Erath, Louisiana assisted by Jada Pedigo of Vermilion Lights Photography from Abbeville, Louisiana. Video was provided by Acadiana Video productions of Lafayette, Louisiana. Guests were able to strike a pose throughout the evening in the photo booth provided by Ohh Snap of Lafayette, Louisiana. Christmas family photos were offered via a Christmas setting backdrop and stage with photos taken by Silver Knight Productions, Terry J. Delcambre, Jr. of Abbeville, Louisiana.
The dance floor was filled all night thanks to the musical talents of Jason Broussard with Musical Solutions of Lafayette, Louisiana. Also provided was an area were children were entertained by writing letters to Santa Claus, Christmas coloring books with colors, and a balloon artist provided by MLR Magic of Lafayette, Louisiana.
The groom’s parents honored their son and his bride-to-be along with the wedding party by hosting a rehearsal supper on Thursday December 13, at the Mazen Grill in Lafayette, LA.
After returning from a honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple will make their home in Abbeville, Louisiana.

Miss Emily Soirez and Mr. Coy Frederick, both of Erath, were joined in holy matrimony during a nuptial Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath on Saturday, December, 15, 2018.
The 6:30 p.m. ceremony was officiated by Father Andre Metrejean.
The bride is the daughter of Jimmy and Charlene Soirez of Erath. Her grandparents are Alice Domingue and the late Eugene Domingue of Erath and Gloria Soirez Broussard and the late Daniel Soirez of Erath.
The groom is the son of Jackie Cornez-DeRouen of Youngsville and Eric Frederick Sr. of Abbeville. His grandparents are Georgette and Virgil Vice of Abbeville.
The pews in the church were marked with fresh silver dollar eucalyptus wrapped in red satin ribbon.
Music was performed by Manique LeBlanc, organist.
The bride found her wedding gown exclusively at A-Net’s Bridal Boutique. Escorted by her father. The sleeveless, sheath dress began with a V-neck of intricate eyelash lace and followed down into an illusion plunge. The completely lace back closed with soft, ivory pearl buttons that cascaded throughout the semi-cathedral length train. The bride’s veil was an ivory waltz length piece trimmed with intricate eyelash lace. She carried a fresh bouquet of ivory English garden roses wrapped in champagne satin ribbon completed with an ivory rosary and memorial pendants.
Rachael deGraauw, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids included Morghan Soirez, cousin of the bride; Breanna Bokar, friend of the bride; Shelby Domingue, sister-in-law of the groom and Kaitly Gary, sister of the groom. The attendants wore a modern approach to the classic satin ball gown in apple red. They carried bouquets of ivory hydrangeas with lambs ear and eucalyptus. The flower girl was Lea Broussard, cousin of the bride and daughter of Tami and Gordon Broussard of Abbeville. She wore an ivory floor length dress with eyelash lace to match the bride. The dress was completed with a champagne sash.
Eric Frederick, brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen included Anthony Hardy, cousin of the groom; Aaron Darby, friend of the groom; Michael Seymour, friend of the groom and Javion Johnson, godchild of the groom. . Serving as ring bearers were Bryce Broussard, son of Tami and Gordon Broussard and godchild of the groom and Joseph deGraauw, son of Rachael and Frankie deGraauw, godchild of the bride. Ushers included Frankie deGraauw, brother-in-law of the bride and Jadon Soirez, cousin of the bride.
A reception was held at La Louisiane Banquet Hall which was decorated with gold mercury glass votives, ivory candles, red roses and ivory table cloths.
The three tiered bride’s cake was multi-flavored with ivory butter cream frosting with gold accents and fresh flowers.
The two tiered groom’s cake was a white hunting and fishing themed cake with strawberries and cream.
Upon their return from a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Erath.
A rehearsal supper, hosted by the groom’s mother, was held on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Bonne Soiree.
The bride is a 2011 graduate of Erath High School and a 2015 UL Lafayette graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Secondary Social Studies Education. She is employed with the Iberia Parish School Board at Delcambre High School.
The groom is a 2011 graduate of Erath High School and a 2016 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology. He is employed with Baker Hughes.