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Mabel Boutte Simon

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 5:34pm

April 10, 1928 ~ September 28, 2018

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, October 1, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Mabel Boutte Simon, 90, who died Friday, September 28, 2018 at Eastridge Assisted Living Center. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services.
Mabel is survived by her son, Rusty Simon and his wife Cheryl of Abbeville; two daughters, Diane Abshire and her husband Todd of Cow Island, and Tammy Abshire and her husband Jason of Forked Island; thirteen grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren; and two sisters, Velta Broussard and Janelle Babineaux.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lenis J. Simon; daughter, Peggy Simon Primeaux; parents, Lorfis Joseph Boutte and the former Louise Hollier; son-in-law, Wildie Primeaux, Jr.; and siblings, Nedia Viator, Nita Bourque, Ned Boutte, Howard Boutte, Leewood Boutte, Laura Bell Duhon and Betty Boudreaux.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Sunday, September 30, 2018 from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM; Monday, October 1, 2018 from 8:00 AM until time of services.
The family would like to sincerely thank Grace Hospice-Palliative Care for their remarkable caring assistance during Mabel’s final days and they would like to thank the staff at Eastridge Assisted Living for their help in ensuring Mabel’s comfort while she was a resident there; especially Ms. Angie LeBlanc.
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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Coach Tommie Pillette is surprised to see his name on the basketball floor at Erath.

Erath to name gym floor after Coach P

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 4:31pm

On Friday during the homecoming pep rally, Erath Principal Marc Turner surprised Coach Tommie Pillette (right) by showing him what was painted on the gym floor. It turned out to be “Coach P Court” named after long-time Erath coach, Coach Pillette. Pillette has been coaching sports, including basketball, at Erath for more than 30 years. Turner still has to get the final approval from the school board at the next meeting. (photo by Missy Rosa)

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The VC Eagles are now 5-0.

Vermilion Catholic cruises to win over Centerville

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 4:29pm

The Vermilion Catholic Eagles improved to 5-0 with a 34-6 victory over Centerville on Thursday.
The Eagles jumped out to a 19-0 first quarter lead, and then cruised to the win.
Like the other four games, VC went to the air.
Sophomore quarterback Drew Lege had another good night throwing the football.
He completed 9 out of 13 passes for 297 yards and two touchdowns.
The Eagles did not waste any time scoring. They were leading 6-0, 30 seconds into the game.
Lege found first cousin Ethan Lege on a 72-yard touchdown. The two point conversion was no good, and 30 seconds into the game, VC led 6-0.
At the 8:16 mark in the first period, Kalix Broussard scored on a two-yard run, and John Robert Allums nailed the kick for a 13-0 lead.
The VC defense even got involved in the scoring. Outside linebacker Quinton Marshall intercepted a pass and ran it back for a touchdown. Allums kicked the PAT, and the blowout was underway.
The Eagles mixed things around in the second quarter by letting Jacques Touchet carry the football. He scored a four-yard touchdown. Quarterback Andrew Marceaux found Camden Sellers on the 2-point conversion that made it 27-0.
Late in the third period, the Lege to Lege connection happened again.
Drew completed an 86 yard pass to Ethan that made it 34-0.
Ethan had four catches for 210 yards. Half of his catches were for touchdowns.
Garrett Wiggins (3-24), Collin Broussard (2-31), Quinton Marshall (2-15), Saul Dartez (1-15) and Kalix Broussard (1-5) had the other catches for VC.
The Eagles only ran the football 15 times and finished with a total of 23 yards.
Kalix led the team with three carries for 15 yards and a touchdown.
The Eagles are on the road to play E.D. White on Friday.

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Pearl B. Taylor

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 12:35pm

November 04, 1943 - September 25, 2018

ABBEVILLE – A Service of Christian Burial for Mrs. Pearl Taylor is scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Harvest Time Tabernacle – 901 Wildcat Drive.  Rev. Daylon Taylor will perform the ceremony. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery.
A gathering of family and friends will begin at 8:00 A.M. Saturday, and will continue until time of service.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Joseph H. Taylor of Abbeville, LA; one son, Daylon Taylor of New Orleans, LA; four daughters, Angela Taylor of Erath, LA; Ciji Taylor of Abbeville, LA; Hope James (Darnell) and Joy Norwood (Benjamin) both of Lafayette, LA; and one step-granddaughter, Dericka James of Houston, TX. She also leaves behind one brother, Elliott Bessard (Joann) of Abbeville, LA; two sisters, Belvia Jean Davenport (Robert) and Barbara LaPoint both of Abbeville, LA; along with many relatives and friends.
She was preceded in ddeath by her parents Morris Bessard and Anna Harrison Bessard; two sisters, Lena Reedom and Lottie Bessard; four brothers, Rayward Bessard, Leonard Bessard, Chester Bessard, and Gerald Bessard; and one son, Dexter Taylor.
She was known by many names: Pearly Mae, Mamma Pearl, and Pie Lady. She was well known for her famously delicious sweet dough pies, and her warm, welcoming home. She loved the Lord with all her heart. All who knew her were touched by her sweet and caring heart.
Arrangements are under the direction of Kinchen Funeral Home – 218 N. St. Valerie Street – Abbeville, LA (337) 898-9595.

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Kaplan High's 2018 Homecoming Court

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 10:20am

The 2018 Kaplan High School Homecoming Court includes (sitting l-r) Aja Scott, Sydney Bertrand, Meryl Guidry, Jordan Meche (standing l-r) Leah Frick, Shelby Adams, Lauren Callahan, Summer Mouton, Mallory Campbell and Alexis Trahan.

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Stacy L. Briggs

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 8:55am

There will be a home-going celebration for Stacy Lynn Briggs on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 2 p.m. at Faith Hope Missionary Baptist Church located at 405 Duroq St. in Abbeville.
Bishop B.K. Stevens will officiate.
The time of visitation will between noon and 2 p.m..
Briggs was born on June 24, 1980, to the union of Edgar Jr. and Mamie Briggs. She departed this life at her home in San Antonio on August 21, 2018.
After graduating from Abbeville High School in 1998, she joined the Army and retired 16 years later. She loved to laugh and spend time with her family and friends.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her children: Jazlynn Morales and Tyree Briggs; her mother, Mamie Briggs; two brothers: Alvin Perry Sr. (Keisha) and Timothy Perry; two sisters: Tracy Davenport (Clifton) and Myami Briggs; five nephews: Alvin Jr. Timothy Jr., Travon, Dralon and Mylan; three nieces: Zaria, Katina and Laura; maternal grandmother, Martha Louise Bessard; one aunt, Mary L. Diggs; six uncles: Harold Bessard (Brenda), Ivory Jones (Mary), Marshall Perry (Joyce), Michael Bessard (Helen), Alfred and Wilson Harrison, and a host of relatives, cousins and friends.
She is proceeded in death by her father, Edgar Briggs Jr; maternal grandfather, Morris Perry, paternal grandparents, Edgar Briggs Sr. and Laura Mae Briggs, uncle Thomas Jones, aunt Veronica Briggs and four cousins: Jeremy, Jalen, Athony and Jeremiah.

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Donna Broussard Saunier

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 8:53am

DELCAMBRE – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Donna Broussard Saunier at 10:00 am Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Fr. Buddy Breaux will be the celebrant. Mrs. Saunier will be laid to rest alongside her son Casey at Our Lady of the Lake Mausoleum.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home Friday from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm, with the Holy Rosary being recited at 7:00 pm. Visiting hours will resume on Saturday from 8:00 am until 9:30 am.
Donna was born May 17, 1958 in Abbeville to Donald Broussard and the late Lois Broussard, and passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans with her family at her side. She was 60.
Donna was retired from Pelstar, and worked for Exterran, Universal Compression, IEW and Brady Engine Company, with 40 years of faithful service as the service coordinator. She and the love of her life, Duane, retired and never looked back. Their favorite vacation destination was Perdido Key, Florida and they traveled there often. Many wonderful memories were made with the whole family, and times of relaxation were had as well. Anyone who knew Donna and had the pleasure to visit her home knew of her love for flowers. Her home, patio, and yard were adorned with the most beautiful arrangements, plants and decorations and she tended to them all. Donna also took advantage of those beautiful surroundings and spent a lot of her time on her patio, having a glass of sweet tea, loving on her Maltese Alex, and enjoying her family. Above all else her family was her greatest joy and her life was lived for them. Rest well and give our love to Casey. Until we meet again.
She is survived by her husband and best friend of 41 years, Duane L. Saunier; her two children, Kimberly Saunier Boudreaux and husband Darby, and Kyle L. Saunier and wife Bridget; her grandchildren and loves of her life, Brea Saunier, Briggs Saunier and Catherine Grace Saunier; her step-grandson, Tyler Boudreaux; her father, Donald Broussard and wife Faye; her mother and father-in-law, Dora and Dave Saunier; her sisters, Marcelle Picard and Tanya Trahan and husband Norman; her half-sisters, Haley Leatherwood and Leslie and Lane Broussard; and her beloved Maltese, Alex.
She was preceded in death by her mother Lois Broussard; and her son, Casey Lewis Saunier.
Serving as pallbearers are Kyle Saunier, Darby Boudreaux, Tren Delcambre, Chris Broussard, Francis Nunez and Phillip Andrus. Honorary pallbearers are Briggs Saunier, Parker Nunez, Oliver Nunez, Mike Barnes and Tyler Boudreaux.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans, especially Dr. Bzowej, Dr. Bohoquez, and Dr. Seal and all the nurses and staff from the Liver Transplant Step-down Unit and the Surgical ICU for the care during her stays.
To view the online obituary, video tribute and to share memories please visit her memorial page at www.evangelinedelcambre.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.

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Helen Ledet Mathews

Fri, 09/28/2018 - 8:51am

November 18, 1925 – September 21, 2018

HELEN LEDET MATHEWS was born on November 18, 1925 to the late Theresa Gardner Ledet and Albert Ledet, Sr. in St. Martinville, Louisiana. She was the oldest of six children and was affectionately known as “T-Snook” to many. At 25, she married her husband, Wilbert Mathews. They spent the rest of their lives in Kaplan, Louisiana and were married for 45 years until his passing in 1995. Together, they had eight children.
In the afternoon of September 21, 2018, Helen died peacefully at St. Joseph Hospice of Acadiana, The Carpenter House, in Lafayette, Louisiana at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by husband, Wilbert Mathews; her parents, Theresa Gardner Ledet and Albert Ledet, Sr.; sister, Theresa L. Spencer; brothers, Norman Ledet, Sr. and Albert Ledet, Jr.; grandson, Scott Mathews; niece, Anastasia Shamlin; nephews, Donald Shelvin and Gabriel Ledet.
Helen leaves to cherish her memories: Raymond Mathews, Broussard, LA; Savanna Sam, Prairieville, LA; Jerold Mathews, Beaumont, TX; Sandra Yancy (Clim), Manvel, TX; Jacqueline “Jackie” Stewart, Houston, TX; Agatha Thibeaux (Calvin), Kaplan, LA; Lisa Mathews (Jimmy Whitaker), Sugar Land, TX; Helen Thibeaux (Anthony), Broussard, LA; 17 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Winfield Ledet and Malcolm Ledet, St. Martinville, LA; one godchild, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Kaplan, LA. Viewing begins at 10:00 a.m., and a repast is set to follow at St. Frances Cabrini Hall. Reverend Nicholas DuPré, Associate Pastor, will officiate the ceremony.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Kinchen Funeral Home Inc., 1011 North Saint Antoine Street, Lafayette LA 70501 is in charge of arrangements. Additionally, condolences to the family can be expressed on our website at www.kinchenfuneralhome.com.
Interment is at Holy Rosary Cemetery.
The family would like to thank all caregivers, hospital staff, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and friends for their care and support.

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