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DELCAMBRE – A Memorial Gathering celebrating the life of Mrs. James Kelly Renard, the former Bonnie Foster, age 57, will be held Friday, June 8, 2018 at Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre from 9:00 am until 9:00 pm. A rosary will be prayed on Friday at 6:00 pm.
Bonnie passed away after a long battle with cancer on Monday, June 04, 2018 at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice in Lafayette with her family by her side.
Bonnie was born in Abbeville on January 2, 1961 to Betty Blanchard Frederick and the late Percy Foster. Bonnie enjoyed a simple life filled with family and friends. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her time to raising a beautiful family. Bonnie was an avid reader who could devour a book in one sitting. She will be truly and deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her.
She is survived children, Timothy James Renard of Delcambre and Lindsey Anne Renard and Tracy Davidson Delcambre; siblings, Stacey Foster of Erath and Richard Frederick and wife Tiffaney of Abbeville; mother, Betty B. Frederick; and granddaughter, Jemma Kelli Davidson.
She is preceded in death by her husband James Kelly Renard; and father, Percy Foster.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to defer funeral expenses.
To view the online obituary and to leave condolences or share memories, please visit Mrs. Renard’s memorial page at www.evangelinefuneralhome.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of Delcambre is in charge of arrangements.

GUEYDAN - A second victim has died as the result of a recent single-vehicle crash near Mermentau in Acadia Parish.
Cade Sonnier, 21, of Gueydan, succumbed to his injuries on Friday, June 1.
Sonnier was one of seven passengers in the 2009 Ford F-250 that crashed at about 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, on Louisiana Highway 92 south of U.S. 90.
Kriss Stoute, 32, of Morse, was pronounced dead at the scene of that crash. S toute was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. He was not wearing a seatbelt, troopers say.
State Police investigators said the crash occurred when the truck, driven by 21-year-old Johnathan Patin, also of Morse, ran off of the right side of the roadway and began to rotate counterclockwise.
The pickup traveled down into a ditch and struck a culvert.
According to investigators, of the eight people in the vehicle, only one — an unnamed passenger — was properly restrained.
State Police said they believe impairment and excessive speed were factors in the crash.
The State Police Bureau of Investigations is assisting in the investigation.
Funeral services for Sonnier are set at 3 p.m. today at Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Gueydan.
Sonnier played basketball, baseball and football at Gueydan High, where he graduated in 2016.
He also loved to fish and bowl.
Although Cade graduated two years ago, he still remained loyal to the athletic program.
“Cade was a passionate and talented three sport athlete who continued to support younger athletes after his graduation by attending games and participating in alumni activities,” said Gueydan Principal Brandy Broussard. “His tragic loss has had a huge and lasting effect on Gueydan High School and our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends and classmates.”

February 19, 1959 ~ June 3, 2018

ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church honoring the life of Cynthia Ann Touchet Broussard, 59, who died Sunday, June 3, 2018 at her residence.
She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Rev. Gregory Cormier officiating the services.
Pallbearers will be James Godwin, David Godwin, Shannon Romero, Barrett Navarre, Alex Baudoin and Blaire Broussard.
Cynthia is survived by her husband, Danny K. Broussard; children, Autumn Nicole Rogeaux and Amber Alyse Richard; step-children, Ryan Broussard, Holly Baudoin and Trenton Broussard; grandchildren, Barrett Navarre, Alex Baudoin, Kaylee Baudoin, Blaire Broussard, Kendra Broussard, Cody Ray Broussard, Jacob Broussard, Mason Broussard, Jasper Broussard, Jacie Broussard, Londyn Rougeaux, Tra’vion Edwards, Alex Edwards and Wibray Richard; great grandchildren, Bailyn Navarre, Briar Arnold and Kodi Hebert; brother, Patrick Touchet and his wife, JoAnn; and two sisters, Carlene Godwin and her husband, Jim, and Marlene Touchet.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph Touchet, Jr. and the former Nita Marie East; and grandparents.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 9:00 AM until 1:45 PM when the procession will depart for the church.
A rosary will be prayed at 11:00 AM.
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.

ERATH – A Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Lorraine Domingues Simon, 87, will be held at 3:00PM on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Fr. Andre Metrejean officiating.  Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
Visitation will be at David Funeral Home of Erath on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 8:00 AM until the time of the services with a recitation of the rosary at 11:00 AM.
A native of Henry and a resident of Erath, Lorraine died at 1:40PM on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at her residence. After marrying Rodney E. Simon, they spent the first years of marriage in Columbus, Texas where they began raising their family.  Five years later, they returned to Erath where they resided for the remainder of their lives.  In 1963, Lorraine began her career in banking working for The First National Bank in the bookkeeping department, retiring after 20 years.  Her career allowed her the opportunity to shape many lifelong friendships.  In 1969, Rodney and Lorraine founded Discount Tire Center, Inc. and are blessed with its continued success to date.  Lorraine was a dedicated member Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Daughter’s, Our Lady of Lourdes Alter Society, and Erath Demi Tasse Coffee Club. 
 Lorraine was a devoted wife and mother who loved and cherished her family, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.  She was known for her nurturing heart and quick humor.  One of her greatest pleasures in life was cooking a feast for her family on Sunday’s and having everyone over. Lorraine’s favorite past time was going eat out with her closest friends.  During her lifetime, Lorraine’s generous heart shined bright in spoiling her family.      
She is survived by three daughters, Libby LeMaire and her husband Nolan of Abbeville, Kathy Hotard and her husband Brian of Erath, and Denise Davenport and her husband Charles of Erath; one sister, Frances Lachausse; 5 grandchildren, Chris LeMaire, Ashley Vincent, Michelle Hebert, Jan Talbot, and Charise Bergeron, fifteen great grandchildren, Brittlyn (Sister Theresa of the Carmelites of Lafayette)Sonnier; Jordan Sonnier, Catherine Sonnier, Lauren Sonnier, Hailey Vincent, Alyssa Vincent, Madelyn LeMaire, Camden LeMaire, Alex Bergeron, Nick Bergeron, Megan Langlinais, Matthew Baudoin, Ryan Richard, Julia Hebert, and Ann Marie Hebert; and one great great grandchild, Leighton Bergeron.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Rodney E. Simon; her parents, Reista and Elida Dubois Domingues; a brother, Corbet Domingue; a sister, Louise Brown; a grandchild, Monique Sonnier; and a great grandchild, Andre Sonnier.
Serving as pallbearers will be Derek Hebert, Jordan Sonnier, Alex Bergeron, Nick Bergeron, Ryan Richard, and Matthew Baudoin.
Serving as honorary pallbearer will be Chris LeMaire and Nick Vincent.
The family wishes to express loving thanks to Dr. Ronald Lahasky, the staff at Abbeville General Hospital, Hospice of Acadiana, and all of the caregivers who tended to Lorraine in her time of need.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home of Erath at 209 E. Putnam St. (337)937-0405 will be handling the arrangements.