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Dr. Harold Travasos

Dr. Harold Travasos 2018 Louisiana Cattle Festival Veteran of the Year

Thu, 09/27/2018 - 10:26am

Dr. Harold Travasos, World War II Veteran, has been selected 2018 Louisiana Cattle Festival Veteran of the Year.
The Cattle Festival will take place Oct. 10-14.
World War II was in progress and Dr. Travasos was in college with a deferment. Much to his mother’s disappointment, he cancelled his deferment and enlisted in the army. After basic training he was sent to Paris, Texas, to be in the 99th Infantry Division. Shortly thereafter, the division was sent to England. After a brief stay in England, the Division moved through France and then to Belgium. The Division was then sent to the Ardennes Forest, which was an inactive section of the battlefield, to gain fighting experience.
Dr. Travasos was in a foxhole in the Ardennes when Hitler, to everyone’s surprise, launched a strong offensive in the Ardennes Forest. This was later to become known as the Battle of the Bulge, which was known as one of the greatest battles ever fought by the American Army. Dr. Travasos did his very best to assure that the enemy paid dearly for their attack and that fewer numbers would be engaged in their offensive. For his part, he was promoted to Sergeant. He had survived the initial attack, but was later wounded, and awarded the Purple Heart. He carries the scar on his chin to this very day.
Dr. Travasos had the ability to speak French and it served him well. The Army sent him to the University of Paris to enhance his French speaking capabilities. He still keeps in touch with his friends in Belgium. One of his friends has adopted the grave of his Army buddy, killed the first day of the Battle of the Bulge. He is buried in an American cemetary in Belgium. He was able to visit his grave on one of his trips to Belgium, and on that same trip was able to find his old foxhole.
The U.S. Government gave benefits to the Veterans of the War. As a result of that, Dr. Travasos received benefits from the G.I. Bill, and with the assistance from his wife, was able to obtain a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree from what is now known as Auburn University. The Louisiana Cattle Festival is very proud to honor as its 2018 Veteran of the Year, Dr. Harold Travasos.

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Edith Petry Milton

Wed, 09/26/2018 - 1:41pm

March 2, 1952 ~ September 17, 2018

ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 11: 00 AM at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., Abbeville, LA 70510 for Edith Petry Milton, 66, who passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018 surrounded by family and friends. Burial will be at St. Paul Cemetery, Abbeville, LA., Father Michael Richard, will be the celebrant. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home, Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street on Saturday September 29 from 8:00AM - 10:45AM when the procession will depart for the church. A rosary will be prayed at 10:00 AM.
Mrs. Milton was retired from the Vermilion Parish School System.
She leaves in God' s care, her husband, Jerell Christopher; three children, Christopher Fauntleroy, Sr. (Jacqueline), Barak Milton, and Destiny Milton; fifteen grandchildren, Casiopao Malveaux, Christopher Fauntleroy, Jr., Christian Fauntleroy, Ariyan Berotte, Quinton Marshall, Tyrinn Andrews, Trinity Readom, Logan Milton, Derrian Fauntleroy, Dakota Fauntleroy, Amori Milton, Khol Fauntleroy, Bailey Fauntleroy, Rhayne Fauntleroy, and Jayci Milton; three sisters, Patricia Petry, Mary Monroe (Calvin), and Stella Petry
Broussard (Kevin); one brother, Aaron Paul Petry, Sr; four godchildren, Virginia Simon, Eldridge Tony Petry, Timothy Campbell, Sr, and Randall Petry; one great grandchild Kyri Berotte; two step children, Laquita Pitman (Jerry), James Pitman; three step grandchildren, Justin, Jamarus, Tamara Lewis; two step great grandchildren, Josiah and Jaceon Lewis, and Lawan and Devyn Perro whom she loved as her own grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
She now joins in glory with her parents, Eldridge and Estelle Petry; granddaughter, JeMori Fauntleroy; one nephew, John A very Petry; godfather, Dalton Allen; aunts, uncles and other relatives.
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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Jeffrey C. Broussard

Wed, 09/26/2018 - 9:09am

We will celebrate the life and memory of Jeffrey Charles Broussard who passed away at his home in Arnaudville on Tuesday, September 24, 2018.
Visitation will be held at David Funeral Home in Erath on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. with a memorial service starting at 4 p.m.
Jeffrey was a long time resident of Erath and enjoyed cooking, music, and making his friends and family laugh.
He is survived by his parents Mr. & Mrs. Hubert Broussard of Erath; his companion Wesley Lalonde of Arnaudville; his three children; Zachary Broussard and his wife Monique of Milton; Elizabeth Broussard Romero and her husband Chad of Youngsville; Benjamin Broussard and his fiancé Kelsey Lambert of Box Elder, SD and grandchildren Aubrey Broussard, Sydney Romero, Lane Romero, Adele Broussard, and Hannah Romero. He is also survived by his brothers Jude, Joel, and Jeremy Broussard and his sister Julie Broussard.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Harry Broussard and Mr. & Mrs. Wilton Suire all of Erath.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.davidfuneralhome.org.
David Funeral Home of Erath is in charge of arrangements 209 E. Putnam St. Erath, LA 70533, (337) 937-0405.

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Toasting at the Great Gatsby Gala were members of the Beard Congregational Church Committee: (left to right) Denise Everett, Schelly Lewis, Ethel Ambrose, Mary Morrison, Samantha January, Dana Comeaux and Andrea Dozier.

Toasting History: Great Gatsby Gala successful fundrasier for church

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:47am

On Saturday close to 200 people stepped back into the 1920s to raise money for a church that is more than 100 years old.
The first ever Great Gasby Gala was held at the Erath Community Center. Based on the amount of people who attended, it was a success.
The event took place as a fund rasier to raise money to repair the Beard Congregational Church on Granger Street in Erath.
The church has been closed for years and the building is in need of repairs because of its age.
The money that was raised this past weekend is designated to begin repairing and replacing the windows of the church.
Dana Comeaux, who is on the committee to restore the church, said the dream is to transform the church into a museum.

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Tommie Pillette

Tommie Pillette named grand marshal of Erath Homecoming Parade

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:31am

ERATH — Erath educator Tommie Pillette (also known as Coach P. in the community) has been selected as the 2018 Erath High School Homecoming Grand Marshal.
Entering his 40th year as an educator and coach, he is a man you can count on to care about the students and the community. As a coach, he has taught and worked with a large number of students at Erath High who to this day, respect him tremendously and hold him in high esteem.
As a 1974 graduate of Erath High School, and 1978 graduate of John Brown University, Coach P. always knew where he wanted to be. He knew one day he’d make his way home to his high school alma mater as a teacher and coach. That dream realized in August of 1978, when he hired at Erath High School. It is evident that he’s been dedicated to the community since then. Erath has been a part of his heart and life. It has been said, that “Coach P. is a true bobcat with a heart that bleeds blue!”
Throughout his career, he has taught physical education and coached baseball, basketball, and football. He has participated in many after school activities such as project graduation, Dancing with the Stars or other endeavors that benefit the students.
Pillette and his late wife Brenda had five children, Jamie, Joni, Jessica, Jeremy, and Joshua. As well as being a proud parent, he also takes great pride in his three grandchildren JaKyla, Jaylen, Jani Lynn and is excited for his fourth grandson, Zander who is on the way. He has one son in law, Corey Broussard.
Tommie Pillette is the son of the late Dennis and Justina (Jessie) Pillette, who now shares life with his girlfriend Pauline Scott.
Serving as the 2018 Erath High School Homecoming Grand Marshal is an honor for this humble and well-loved educator in Erath.

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Joseph Steen

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:28am

DELCAMBRE – A memorial gathering for Joseph Bradley Steen will be held on Wednesday September 26, 2018 at Evangeline Funeral Home in Delcambre. Family and friends are invited to the gathering from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the funeral home. In keeping with Joseph’s wishes, no other funeral services will be held.
Joseph was born July 15, 1954 in Erath to the late Joseph Curdey Steen and the late Audrey Suire Steen, and passed away Monday, September 20, 2018 at his residence. He was 64
Joseph was a retired boat captain in the oilfield. He had a passion for riding his Harley Davidson, shrimping, fishing, and his beloved Pomeranian Mia, whom he missed dearly. Joseph will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his children, Lovey Prejean and Bryan Steen and wife Kay; his granddaughter, Emma Prejean; his step-son, Eric Lyons; his step-grandson, Drake Lyons; and his brother and sister, Troy Steen and wife Julia, and Joslyn Ledet.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Kathleen Dore and Shirley M. Steen.
Memorial contributions may be made in Joseph’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
To view the online obituary and to share memories, please visit his memorial page at HYPERLINK “http://www.evangelinedelcambre.com” www.evangelinedelcambre.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.

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Dorothy Heath

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:25am

KAPLAN—Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan honoring the life of Dorothy Demette Heath, 80, who died on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Marvin Heath of Kaplan; three sons, Ellis Hargrave, Jr. and his wife, Claudine of Kaplan, Marvin Heath, Jr. and his wife, Barbara of Gueydan, and Henry Heath and his wife, Sherry of Kaplan; two daughters, Wanda and her husband, Patrick Duhon of Abbeville and Pamela and her husband, Wesley “Bozo” Bourque of Kaplan; one sister, Deanna D. and her husband, Edmar Broussard of Kaplan; one brother, John Willie Demette and his wife, Gayle of Kaplan; 15 grandchildren; and 19 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Demette and the former Mercedes S. Primeaux; two sisters, Betty D. Duhon and Jeanne D. Breaux; and one great grandchild, Mark Gaspard, Jr.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Ave., on Monday, September 24, 2018 from 1:00 PM until services on Tuesday with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM on Monday evening.

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Marcedell Johnson Joiner

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:22am

ABBEVILLE – A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Marcedell Johnson Joiner, 79, at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Greater Pleasant Green Baptist Church, 822 I.J. Joiner St., Abbeville, LA. Rev. John Allen will officiate the service.
Her earthly house will be laid to rest in Greater Pleasant Green Baptist Church Cemetery (Green Street Location), Abbeville, LA.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday at 9:00 AM at the church until the time of services.
Marcedell was born on January 27, 1939 to the union of the late Joseph Johnson and Elizabeth Huntley Johnson in Lafayette, LA. Being a lifelong resident of Abbeville, LA, it was here she attained her formal education an worked until her retirement. She was married to the late Walter Broussard and they were blessed with one daughter, Shelia Broussard. She later married Rev. Alexander Joiner, Sr. whom also preceded her in death. Marcedell confessed a hope in Christ and was baptized at the Greater Pleasant Green Baptist Church where she served in several capacities until her health limited her attendance
In addition to her daughter, parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Kamora Williams and two siblings, Johnny Johnson and Olivia Henderson. Marcedell transitioned to eternal rest on Wednesday, September 19, 2018, at the home of her granddaugthter, Amber who cared for her during her illness in Youngsville, LA.
Marcedell leaves to cherish her memory, two grandchildren, Amber (Joshua) Levene of Youngsville, LA and Keiffer Williams, Sr. of Abbeville, LA; six great-grandchildren, Kaleigh Williams, Kaden Williams, Amelia Pringle, Keiffer Williams, Jr, Abigail Williams and Brooklyn Williams; step-son, Alexander (Rosemary) Joiner, Jr and three children.; one uncle and aunt, Herd Shelvin and Ada Petry, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

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Ella Bertrand Hebert

Tue, 09/25/2018 - 8:19am

ERATH – Funeral Services for Mrs. Ella Bertrand Hebert, 87, were held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 24, 2018 at David Funeral Home Chapel of Erath with Deacon Tim Marcantel officiating. Interment followed at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
A native of Kaplan and a resident of Erath, Mrs. Hebert died at 12:11 PM on Friday, September 21, 2018 at Carpenter House.
She is survived by a son, Chris Hebert and his wife Alice Theriot of Meaux; two daughters, Jenny Falgout and her husband David of Erath and Vickie Broussard and her husband Thomas of The Woodlands, TX; eight grandchildren, Laurie Broussard Baus, Kevin Broussard, Crystal Hebert Ross, Tiffany Hebert Leadley, Joshua Hebert, Brooke Falgout Brown, Blair Falgout, Allie Falgout, Luke Abbott, and Tommy Theriot; and sixteen great grandchildren, Kate Baus, Drew Baus, Randi Baus, Ethan Broussard, Jacob Broussard, Jordan Desormeaux, Reese Thibeaux, Alex Hebert, Nolan Leadley, Kinley Hebert, Kholston Hebert, Khason Hebert, Aubrey Abbott, Brylee Brown, Averie Brown, and Olivia Schexnaider.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dudley Jean Hebert; her father, Clerphe Bertrand; her mother, Rosema Simon; a grandson, Jonathan Hebert; and eight siblings.
Serving as pallbearers were members of her family and friends.
David Funeral Home of Erath at 209 E. Putnam St. (337)937-0405 handled the arrangements.

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