Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at a 2:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial in St. Edmond Catholic Church in Lafayette for Captain Hector Barrientes, USMC, Ret., age 80, who died at 7:30 AM on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at his residence in Lafayette.
Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Lafayette with full Military Honors.
Reverend Gilbert J. Dutel, Pastor of St. Edmond Catholic Church, will be the Celebrant of the funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Reverend O. Joseph Breaux, Pastor of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, and Reverend Gary Schexnayder, Pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, will concelebrate. Jodi Bollich, organist and soloist, will sing for the services.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 56 years, Virgie Bertrand Barrientes; one daughter, Rebecca Rutherford and her husband, Mark; one son, Robert Barrientes and his wife, Nancy; one sister, LaLa Brisino; four grandchildren, Clint Rutherford, Grant Rutherford and his wife, Kara, Leigh Rutherford and Ana Claire Rutherford; and one great granddaughter, Bella Rutherford, whom he adored.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Julian and Rebeca Contreras Barrientes; two brothers, Oscar and Julian Barrientes; one sister, Carmen Castro all of Eagle Pass, TX; and his in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bertrand of Abbeville, LA.
Hector Barrientes was born in Eagle Pass, Texas and was a resident of Lafayette, Louisiana for over 42 years. He was a Veteran of military service, having proudly served his country, as Captain, in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean and Vietnam War. He worked as a claims manager for Teledyne Moveable Offshore for over 21 years before his retirement. Mr. Barrientes was an avid golfer and a member of the Vieux Chenes Senior Golf Association. He was a former council member and past president for the Acadiana High School Band Boosters. Mr. Barrientes was a member of the St. Edmond Catholic Church Community in Lafayette, where he served as head usher. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend who will be dearly missed by all.
Pallbearers will be Clint Rutherford, Grant Rutherford, Noah Elsasser, John Smith, Mark Rutherford and Robert Barrientes.
A Rosary will be recited by the Knights of Columbus on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 6:30 PM in Martin & Castille's SOUTHSIDE Location.
The family requests that visitation be observed on Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and will continue on Thursday from 10:00 AM until time of services.
The family would like to give special thanks to Debra Cormier and Dr. Covington, Dr. Brierre and the nurses, staff and doctors of Hospice of Acadiana, for their kindness, compassion and gentle care given to Mr. Barrientes during his time of need.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Barrientes name to the Cathedral Carmel Foundation, 848 St John St, Lafayette, LA 70501 or Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA. 70503 or visit www.hospiceacadiana.com
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com
Martin & Castille-SOUTHSIDE-600 E. Farrel Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508, 337-984-2811.

July 23, 1930 ~ July 24, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at New Life Church honoring the life of Robert Castro, 86, who died Sunday, July 24, 2016 at his residence.
He will be laid to rest at Abshire Cemetery with Reverend Lane Payne officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Robert Castro, Troy Castro, Jason Castro, Eric Castro, Lance Castro and Caleb Castro. Honorary pallbearers will be his two sons-in-law and his grandsons.
Daddy and Grandpa as he was known was the best father and grandfather anyone could ask for. Our dad was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, hunting, and farming but his main priority was to provide for his family, which he continued to do throughout his life. The love he had for his children and grandchildren was undeniable. He was not only our dad and grandpa he was our hero.
He is survived by his sons, Robert G. Castro and his wife Kathy, Troy A. Castro, Jason S. Castro, Eric J. Castro and his wife Amber and Lance J. Castro and his wife Pam; daughters, Tammy Palma and her husband Carlos, Sherri L. Castro and Lisa Chauvin and her husband Edwin; brother-in-law and sister-n-law, Bobby and Dot Breaux; sister-in-law Betty Frederick; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Purvis and Joyce Guidry; grandchildren, Lindsey Palma, Thaddeus Palma, Jerry Palma and his wife Haley, Kandice Bergeron and her husband Thaddius, Zachary Chauvin, Kimberly Chauvin, Chad Chauvin and his wife Kristen, Shauna Richard and her husband Cedric, Roman Castro, Brian Miller and his wife Jayme, Kadie Castro, Sydney Castro, Caleb Castro, Mallory Castro, Caroline Castro, Cameron Castro, Payton Castro, Madeline Castro, Ethan Castro and Bennett Castro; and nine great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeannette Guidry Castro; parents, Albert Castro and the former Arsene Simon; brothers, Sidney Castro and Harry Castro; and sisters, Rosella Frederick, Euna Frederick, Lillian Gaspard, Anna Mae Landry, Edna Gaspard and Louella Baudoin.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at New Life Church, 1109 N. John Hardy Dr., on Monday, July 25, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 pm; Tuesday July 26, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. until time of services.
The family of the late Robert Castro wish to express their deep appreciation to Nursing Specialties who have offered such kindness and support in their time of bereavement.
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.

August 12, 1979 ~ July 24, 2016

ABBEVILLE—Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at a 3:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. James Catholic Church honoring the life of Jenny Angelle Choate Stelly, 36, who died Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Kaplan Healthcare Center.
She will be laid to rest at Esther Community Cemetery with Reverend Emmanuel Fernandez officiating the services.
She is survived by her husband, Roland Stelly; mother, Linda H. Choate; two sons, Zachary Joseph Stelly and Grant Lawrence Stelly; daughter, Kylie Faye Stelly; grandmothers, Ella Mae Hebert and Naomi M. Choate; and two brothers, David Morgan Choate and Justin Lawrence Choate.
She was preceded in death by her father, Randall James Choate; and grandfathers, Freddie Hebert and Lawrence “Shassy” Choate.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a rosary to be prayed at 7:00 p.m.; Wednesday, July 27, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. 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.

Funeral services will be held for Doris Jean Spates Huntsberry, 76, on Wednesday, July, 27, 2016 at 11:00AM at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church with Father Gregory Cormier officiating. She passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Kindred Hospital – Spring in Houston, Texas, surrounded by family.
Doris was born in Abbeville, LA on December 18, 1939. She enjoyed reading, shopping, spending time with family, spoiling her grandchildren, going to the casino, and making jewelry. Doris was a faithful member of St. Theresa Catholic Church.
Doris is survived by her husband, Joseph “Bobby” Huntsberry of Abbeville, LA; three daughters, Carla Ruffins (Donovan), Charlotte Huntsberry, and Christina Huntsberry, all of Humble, TX; three grandchildren, Joshua Ruffins, Justin Ruffins, and Chloe Huntsberry; one sister, Diane Spates of Abbeville, LA and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Matthew Spates, Sr. and Norella Davenport Spates and one brother, Matthew Spates, Jr.
Visitation will be held at Vincent Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 from 8:30AM-10:45AM with a rosary to be recited at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Huntsberry Memorial Gardens in Milton, LA.

October 18, 1964 ~ July 21, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 27th 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Theresa Catholic Church honoring the life of Pathrina Petry, 51, who passed away in the early morning of Thursday, July 21, 2016 at her residence. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Father Greg Cormier officiating the services.
She was born on October 18, 1964 in Lafayette, LA to Marion Sr. and Gertrude Montgomery-Petry. She graduated from Abbeville High School; Class of 1983. After high school she attended Cosmetology School in San Jose, CA and earned her Cosmetology Degree.
Pathrina returned to Abbeville after living in CA for a few years. Upon her return, she took over her mother’s shop; Gert’s Beauty Shop, and renamed it Hair Biz. She was the sole owner and operator for over 20 years. Those who were repeat clients soon became lifelong friends of not only Pathrina but also her children and grandchild. She was also employed for several years by Vermillion Parish School District as a bus driver. She enjoyed the time she spent transporting the children of her community to and from school.
She was a long standing member of St. Theresa Catholic Church. She was a former member of The Knights of Peter Claver (KPC) Ladies Auxiliary Court 77.
She is survived by her son, Caleb Petry; daughter, Kim Petry; step-son, Kerry Hopkins; special kids, Kristen Briggs, Clent Briggs Jr. and Kobe Ruffins; and one grandchild, Khiyley Ezette Petry all of Abbeville, LA; and her brothers, Harold Leo Keyes, Jr. (Norma Jean) of Kyle, TX, Albert Don Keys (Addie) of East Palo Alto, CA, Joseph Petry of Abbeville, LA; sisters, Linda Keys-Wright of Biloxi, MS, Pearl Petry of Baltimore, MD, Stephanie Mitchel (George) of Abbeville, LA; sisters-in-laws, Linda Petry of Youngsville, LA, and Rita Keys-Storks of Plano, TX; two uncles, LB Montgomery and James Montgomery of Baton Rouge, LA; four aunts, Victorine Broussard, Elizabeth Montgomery, Cynthia Robinson and Patsy Montgomery of Abbeville, LA; god’s children, Lechelle Hebert, Kristin Keys, Alton Montgomery and Dion Hopkins; and a host of relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion Petry Sr. and Gertrude Montgomery Petry; four brothers, Gregory Eli Keys, Marion Petry Jr., Zachery Briggs, and Warren Petry; three sisters, Kim Ezette Petry, JoAnn Wideman and Sandra Harris.
The family requests that visitation be observed at Vincent Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. A Rosary will be recited by Mary Darby at 12:30 p.m.
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.

February 23, 1927 ~ July 26, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held Friday, July 29, 2016 at a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Lou Anna Miller Greeson, 89, who died Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at Maison De Lafayette.
She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Scott Foxworth, Kevin Foxworth, Joel Foxworth, Chris O'Bryan, Logan Greeson, Evan Greeson and Josh Greeson.
She is survived by her son, Robert L. Greeson, Jr. and his wife Kim of Broussard; daughters, Claudia Foxworth and her husband Steven of Baytown, TX, and Pat O'Bryan and her husband Ray of Leesville; brother, Huey Miller of Sulphur; sister, Roberta M. Brocato of Lake Charles; grandchildren, Tammy F. Knight, Scott Foxworth, Kevin Foxworth, Joel Foxworth, Amy O'Bryan Rountree, Kim O'Bryan Morris, Chris O'Bryan, Sarah Greeson, Logan Greeson, Josh Greeson and Evan Greeson; and ten great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Greeson, Sr.; parents, Cyrus Miller and the former Amelia Miller; brothers, Daniel Miller, Dempsey Miller and Earl Miller; and sisters, Alice Poche, Joy McGinns, Opal Fontenot and Genny Grayson.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Thursday, July 28, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Friday, July 29, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. 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.

December 21, 1920 ~ July 26, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2016 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Bethel Rose Schriefer Schwartz, 95, who died Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at Eastridge Assisted Living Center.
She will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery.
Lakey Schwartz was born in Perry, LA, on December 21, 1920. Her parents were Harry Schriefer and Mary Ella Broussard Schriefer. She graduated from Abbeville High and Southwestern Louisiana Industrial Institute (University of Louisiana at Lafayette). She was a teacher for three years at Perry, LA. In 1946, she married Morton Schwartz from California. Together they owned and operated Lady Lake Fashion Shop in Abbeville for over thirty years. After retirement, they traveled by motorhome throughout the United States and Canada.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Ella Schriefer, her husband, Morton Schwartz, her infant daughter, Mary Ella Schwartz, and her two brothers, Wesley Schriefer and Malcolm “Mack” Schriefer.
She is survived by two nephews, Kash Schriefer of Monroe and Kip Schriefer of Maurice, and a niece, Vicki Schriefer Cormier of Maurice.
The family would like to extend their thanks to the administration and staff at Eastridge Assisted Living in Abbeville and the Heart of Hospice for their kindness, support, and care.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Friday, July 29, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. until time of services.
In Lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Abbeville United Methodist 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.

The life of Mrs. Brenda Willis Matthews will be celebrated on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at 11:00a.m. with a Catholic funeral service at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana. Brenda was born on Sunday, September 15, 1957, and died at her home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 19, 2016.
For 42 years, Brenda was the devoted wife of Howard Travis Matthews, Sr., both life-long residents of Abbeville, Louisiana. She was the cherished mother of four: Howard T. Matthews, Jr. (Jeneria) stationed at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Raven Nicole Matthews (Hilton) of Abbeville, Louisiana; Altamie Matthews Lewis (Velmont Jr.) of Biloxi, Mississippi; and Kelvin Matthews of Morgan City, Louisiana. She was the grandmother of eleven: Howard's — Jade, Haley, D'Juan, Daleah, and Zoe Matthews; Raven's — Simone, Isaiah, and Keena Pillette; Altamie's — Jeremiah and Josiah Matthews; and Kelvin's — Kylan Matthews.
She also leaves to treasure her memory: her sisters — Mary Lee Thompson of Abbeville, Louisiana; Rose Nunez (Robert Sr.) of Houston, Texas; Alberta Rice (Hayward Sr.) of Houston, Texas; Pamela Anderson of Houston, Texas; one brother Floyd Rice Jr. of Houston, Texas; sister-in-law Eva Bessard of Abbeville, Louisiana; three brothers-in-law — Ernest Matthews, Jr. (Orelia), Andrew Matthews (Barbara), and Menson Matthews all of Abbeville, Louisiana; and one aunt Iris Rice Britton of Pearland, Texas. She was godmother to Lytonda James, Kamanya "Tootsie" Greene, and Carlton Williams. She will also be missed by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother Rosa Belle Willis and father Floyd Rice Sr.; mother—in­law Hilda Lewis and her husband Percy Lewis; and her father-in-law Ernest Matthews, Sr.
Also preceding her in death were her brother Hubert Bessard, Sr., her sister-in-law Sophie Matthews Lopez; and her brother-in-law Albert Thompson.
Brenda was a devout Catholic who dedicated her life to service. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was previously a member of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church Parish where she completed R.C.I.A., took part in a Cursillo, and remained active with Ultreyas. Brenda was also an avid supporter of Catholic family life and a member of the Carmelite Order because of her desire for a closer union with God. Most recently, Brenda worked as the office manager and paralegal at Matthews Law & Mediation, LLC. Her beautiful smile, cheerful disposition, sweet spirit and selflessness will be missed by many.
Visitation will be held from 7:00a.m. until 10:00a.m. at Kinchen Funeral Home in Abbeville, Louisiana. Thereafter, there will be a rosary at 10:20a.m., followed by Catholic funeral mass at 11:00a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. Interment will be at Rudd-Hill Cemetery off of Prairie Ave. in Abbeville. The celebration of her life will close with a repast at St. Theresa's Holy Family Center.
Kinchen Funeral Home Inc., 1011 North Saint Antoine Street, Lafayette LA 70501 is in charge of arrangements.

March 26, 1942 ~ July 29, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Lane Joseph Rodrigue, 74, who died Friday, July 29, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Lane Payne officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Donald Rodrigue, Tony LaPorte, Shaun DeCuir, Brady DeCuir, Toby Thevis and Brandon Baldridge.
He is survived by his brothers, Bradley Rodrigue and Donald Rodrigue and his wife Ann; sisters, Gail Thevis, Brenda LaPorte and her husband Tony and Wanda Bertrand and her husband Teddy; nephews, Dane Nail, Donald Rodrigue, Jr., Toby Thevis, Shaun DeCuir, Kevin Rodrigue and Brady DeCuir; and nieces, Ramona Champagne, Lisa Romero, Sherri Lumpkin and Tabitha LaPorte.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emic Rodrigue and the former Georgia Landry..
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.; Wednesday August 3, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. 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.

July 13, 1930 ~ July 29, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held Monday, August 1, 2016 at a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Margie Landry Broussard, 86, who died Friday, July 29, 2016 at her residence.
She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Fr. Michael Richard officiating the services. She is survived by three sons, Donald H. Broussard, Jr. and his wife, Annette of Lafayette, Marty Broussard of Gueydan, and Gordon Broussard and his wife Tami of Abbeville; four daughters, Josie B. Hebert of Abbeville, Rachael Ann Broussard and her husband Randy of Abbeville, Gay Hargrave and her husband Martin of Abbeville, and Laurie Landry and her husband Chris of Abbeville; former son-in-law, Richard Hebert of Indian Bayou, former daughter-in-law, Brittany Broussard of Gueydan; sixteen grandchildren, Jessica Smith, Ryan Hebert, Theresa Jones, Andrew Broussard, Mary Catherine Kelty, Cade Broussard, Katie Leleux, Layla Hargrave, Julie Hargrave, Jace Hebert, Ty Broussard, Ali Broussard, Christopher Landry, Jennifer Landry, Leah Broussard, and Bryce Broussard; and fifteen great grandchildren, Emily Smith, Issac Smith, Cayden Hebert, Lukas Hebert, Juliana Hebert, Christian Jones, John Pierre Jones, Phillip Broussard, Carlyn Ledet, Jolie Baudoin, Parker Hebert, Sawyer Hebert, Ava Landry, and Ross Lavergne.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald H. "Bubba" Broussard, Sr.; parents, Leoday Landry and the former Ethel Breaux; great grandson, Lane S. Smith; sister, Wanda Wiedemann; and son in law, John Hardy.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret Street, on Monday, August 1, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. until time of service.
Margie’s family would like to offer a heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the loving care provided by Acadian Hospice and her caregivers, Brenda Mitchell, Carolyn Evans, Vera Shelvin, Twyla Evans, Sarah Samuels, Linda Broussard, Lou Allen, and Colette Ruffins.
In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to Mount Carmel Elementary School.
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.

March 31, 1931 - July 30, 2016

ABBEVILLE—A private graveside services will be held at a later date for Loretta Holmes Stelly, 85, who died Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
She is survived by her sons, James Holmes,III and his wife Marlene, and Richard Holmes and his wife Cindy; four grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, William Hebert; mother, Naomi Choate Hebert; sister, Jeannie Hebert; brother, Floyd Hebert; first husband, James W. Holmes, Jr.; and second husband, Joseph Stelly

Mary Ruth Suits, 90, of Groves passed away Saturday, July 30, 2016 at The Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Orange, Texas.
She was born on January 28, 1926 in Abbeville, Louisiana to Milton Nunez and Julia Porter Nunez.
Ruth was a lifelong area resident and member of First Baptist Church of Groves.
A graveside service was held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 1, 2016 at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves with Reverend Charles Miller of First Baptist Groves officiating.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill Leinert of St. Louis, Missouri and second husband, John Suits of Norfolk, Virginia.
Ruth is survived by her son, Mike Leinert of Bridge City, daughter, Jackie Huckabay and husband, Glen of Bridge City, three grandchildren, Travis Lee, Kelly Lee Schrader and husband Justin, Lynde Lee and great granddaughter, Julia LaRae Goss.
Ruth loved her family and her dogs and cats.
Friends wishing to make memorial contributions may send them to: The Humane Society of Southeast Texas.

July 8, 1931 ~ August 1, 2016

KAPLAN — Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 4, 2016 at a 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Joseph “J.C.” Langlinais, 85, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and under the care of Community Hospice on Monday, August 1, 2016. He will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services.
He is survived by his two sons, Joey Langlinais, Jr. and his wife, Debra of Lafayette and Kenneth Langlinais and his wife, Gwen of Kaplan; one daughter, Debbie and her husband, Dale LeBlanc of Lafayette; seven grandchildren, Derrick Langlinais, Lorie Aguilera, Matthew Langlinais, Cassie Langlinais, Brennan LeBlanc, Brande Loly LeBlanc, and Amelia Durdin; seven great grandchildren, Derrick Langlinais, Jr., Asher Durdin, Allister Durdin, Colette Durdin, Rylie Greene, Ty Greene, and Seth Domingue; one niece, Verline Marceaux; and his special companion, Marilyn Emfinger.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sara Dubois Langlinais; one son, Barth Langlinais; and two grandchildren, Jared and Benjamin Langlinais.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Avenue, on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 7 p.m.; Thursday, August, 4, 2016 from 8 a.m. until services.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Langlinais family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.

May 8, 1976 ~ July 30, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Daniel Paul Richard, 40, who died Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. Services will be conducted by Pastor Curtis Gibson of Charity Baptist Mission. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel's friends and family. Honorary pallbearers will be Augustin Richard and Kylie Richard.
He is survived by his parents, Eric James Richard and Emily Thomas Richard of Abbeville; brothers, Jacob Adam Richard and sister-in-law, Tillie DeHart Richard, and Gabriel James Richard and sister-in-law, Jamie Faulk Richard; niece, Kylie Michelle Richard; nephew, Augustin Jude Richard; paternal grandmother, Eulan Bourque Richard and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Augustin Richard; and maternal grandparents, Allen Lee Thomas, Sr. and Lucy Broussard Thomas.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Thursday, August 4, 206 from 8:00 a.m. 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.

July 23, 1925 ~ August 2, 2016

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 5, 2016 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Louis John Broussard, 91, who died peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 2, 2016.
He will be laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery.
Louis John Broussard "L.J." was born in Abbeville, LA on July 23, 1925. L.J. was a resident of Abbeville for his entire life, except for time spent in the Army. He left high school at the age of 17 to serve his country during WWII. He served honorably for two years in the Italian Campaign. After the war, he returned to Abbeville and enrolled at Southwestern (SLI) where he earned a degree in accounting. "L.J." then went to work for Conoco Oil Company where he remained for 35 years. He continued working at Conoco Oil Credit Union until he retired at age 70. "L.J." stayed in contact with his Conoco friends until the time of his death. He loved spending time with his family, having yearly crawfish boils and keeping his yard in pristine condition, which he continued until age 91.
He is survived by his sister, Ella Mae Broussard Bordelon; niece, Linda Tate and husband Perry; nephews, Tyrrell Bordelon, and Mark Bordelon and wife Melanie; three great nieces; one great nephew; two great great nieces; one great great nephew; one great great niece or nephew due in Feb.; and numerous cousins who will miss him dearly.
Preceded in death by his father, Necess Broussard; mother, Aline Romero Broussard; sister, Anna Belle Broussard; and niece, Phyllis Bordelon.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles Street, on Friday, August 5, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. 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.

Russell H. “Russ” Batchelor, Sr., born on January 13, 1944 in Brazil, IN, died peacefully in his sleep on August 1, 2016. Russ was a truck driver for over 30 years and married the love of his life, Shirley Turner, on Valentine’s day in 1986. Shirley and Russ were married for 30 years and decided to retire in Winamac, IN in 2009.
Survivors include: Shirley A. Turner Batchelor, Winamac, IN, Wife; Kimberly (Lonie) Jordan, Houston, TX, Daughter; Kelly Batchelor, Crosby, TX, Son; Russell H. (Lisa) Batchelor, Jr., Crosby, TX, Son; Karen (Jesse) Shidler, Ripley, IN, Daughter; Dawn (Roman) Jacobson, Clarksville, TN, Daughter; Christine Batchelor, Knox, IN, Daughter; Eva (Jim) Addison, Katy, TX, Daughter; Julie (Chris) Irvin, Youngsville, LA, Daughter; Jeania (Mike) Taylor, Ora, IN, Daughter; Charles (Michelle) Meaux, Winamac, IN, Son; Johnny “Dino” (Jessica) Meaux, Lafayette, LA, Son; 27 Grandchildren; 7 Great Grandchildren; Ricky (Reggie) Batchelor, Brazil, IN, Brother; Jimmy (Margaret) Batchelor, Brazil, IN, Brother; Melvin (Deb) Batchelor, Jr., Wolcott, IN, Brother; Elaine Lave, Beaverville, IL, Sister; Sandra Shepard, Beaverville, IL, Sister; Brenda (Fred) Moore, Brazil, IN, Sister; and several Nieces & Nephews/
He is preceded in death by: Clara Mae Yards Batchelor, Mother; Melvin B. Batchelor, Sr., Father; Kevin Batchelor, Son; Drake Taylor, Infant Grandson; and Larry Batchelor, Brother.
No services will be held.
Cremation Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary, Winamac, IN.
Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Memorial Services Celebrating the life of Rachel Richardson will be conducted on Saturday, August 6, 2016 in the Chapel of Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory, 108 Hardware Road Broussard, LA. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10 am until time of religious services at 12 noon. The Memorial Services will be officiated by Father Francis Fontenot.
Rachel Richardson, 53, entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 22, 2016 at her residence in Delcambre, LA surrounded by her loving family and extended family. Rachel was born December 10, 1962 in Gretna, LA but called Delcambre home. Rachel was the daughter of Warren and Ruth Blanchard Richardson. Times with family is what she treasured most. She had a nickname for nieces and nephews. When in Rachel’s company you were guaranteed a good joke and when you left you were going to be in a much better mood than when you arrived. She loved listening to rock music and watching WWE wrestling matches. Rachel was anxiously waiting the start of the Olympic Games in Rio. During her working career Rachel spent many years working for Zatarans and Imperial Trading Company.
Rachel Richardson is survived by sister Rebecca Hogg of Hammond, LA; nieces and nephews Amanda Senter and fiancé Ernie Ray of Delcambre, LA; Samuel Richardson, Daniel Richardson and Amy Walker and Toni Morrison of Weswego, LA; one great niece Paislee Ray and two great nephews Ryan Suire and Ryder Ray all of Delcambre, LA and former brother in law Brad Walker. Rachel also loved her extended family Burnella Ray “Nellie Bell”, Norma Delahoussaye and Judy Landry all of Delcambre, LA.
The family would like to say a special thank you to Hospice of Acadiana for all the support given to them and to our beloved Rachel that made her final days here on earth comfortable. Thank you also to nurse Robin at Hospice of Acadiana for the many hours she spent with our family.
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Rachel Richardson and her family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory of Broussard, LA (337) 330-8006.

1948-2016

Fran Debaillon Granger, age 67 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, the 3rd of August 2016, surrounded by her family. Fran’s courageous battle with cancer exemplified her unwavering strength and strong Catholic faith. Her simplistic and unselfish approach to life made her a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Fran was born on the 30th of November 1948, in Lafayette, Louisiana to Thomas “Tom” Debaillon and Frances Ritchey Debaillon. She attended and graduated from high school at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau, and thereafter attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette (ULL), graduating with a BS in Medical Record Administration. It was at ULL that Fran met her husband of 46 years, Weldon Granger. After graduation from UL Fran joined her husband in Texas City where his employment at Monsanto Chemical Company led her to her professional certification as a Medical Record Librarian at John Sealy in Galveston, Texas. Her professional career moved to Houston when her husband attended law school as she became the administrator of medical records at Diagnostic Clinic of Houston.Fran’s marriage to Weldon Granger ended her professional career, by choice, for a value that she cherished without excuse, Motherhood.
Fran’s friendships in her move to Houston began with her work as a member of the Houston Junior Forum. Her true calling, to anyone who knew her, involved a life long commitment to those less privileged and in need of a hand up or, at times, hard love. In the last 30 years after her children went off to college, her involvement in several community endeavors brought her joy and satisfaction. For many years she worked at the St. Michael clothing drive, which in turn led her to Dress for Success, its mission dedicated to providing under privileged women with the clothing and training necessary to interview and obtain employment. At Dress for Success, Fran was happy working at the warehouse moving and categorizing donated clothing for the organization.
Her introduction to Bridges to Life, a prison ministry founded by John Sage, truly gave her a voice. Fran was an unassuming and shy person, never valuing material things nor judging a person by their status or material possessions. It was behind the bars of various prisons that she helped facilitate groups and as she related, “Moved Out of Her Box” to speak out and have a voice with tough love, as well as giving hope to those who had little.
Fran joined her family in supporting Guide Dogs of America, of Sylmar, California, a 68 year old organization which provides Seeing Eye Dogs at no cost to those who are vision impaired.
It is important to note that all of these contributions were without fanfare and without need for acclaim or credit by Fran. She was one who preferred not to be noticed or credited and truly “gave to give”, without the need for notice. These wonderful traits are what made her “Fran” and she will always be remembered by those who knew her. She will always remain in our hearts a beautiful, unselfish, humble servant who preferred, like St. Therese, to perform many small deeds to many without the need for recognition.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank those who cared for her at MD Anderson Cancer Center, including Dr. Scott Kopetz and our special angel from Patient Affairs, Connie Jacobs, and the excellent care from the staff will always be valued. The family also honors and thanks Fran’s close friends and family who not only supported Fran but were there for Weldon, as well.
She is survived by her husband, Weldon Granger; her three children, Jennifer Granger Blankenship, her husband Robert Blankenship, and their daughter, Frances “Frannie” Blankenship, Dillon Doyle, William Doyle and Austin Doyle; her son, John W. Granger II and his wife, Julie Nowak Granger and their three children, Wells, Alex and Gavin, and her youngest child Jason W. Granger. Her siblings include sister, Charlotte Debaillon Giordano, her husband, Santo, and their son, Frank, sister, Elizabeth “Liz” Debaillon and her husband, Skip Hand, and her youngest sibling, Thomas “Tommy” Debaillon, his wife, Therese and their children, Erin, Kelly, Michelle, and Phyllis.
Those honored to serve as casket bearers will be Dr. Jerome Alesi, Tommy Debaillon, Billy Granger, Tommy Granger, Don Daniel, Frank Giordano, Skip Hand, & James Loveless.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from four o’clock this afternoon until seven o’clock this evening, Friday, the 5th of August in the Jasek Chapel of Geo. H. Lewis and Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston where the Recitation of the Holy Rosary will commence at seven o’clock.
The funeral mass is to be offered at Noon on Saturday, the 6th of August, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1801 Sage Road in Houston, where the Most Rev. Archbishop Fiorenzo, Father Wayne Wilkerson of St. Michael Catholic Church, The Basilian Fathers and Father Phil Lloyd will serve as Co-celebrants.
Immediately following the Mass, all are invited to greet the family during a reception at the Parish Life Center.
The Rite of Committal is to follow, via an escorted cortege, at Glenwood Cemetery in Houston.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests that memorial contributions in memory of Fran Granger be directed towards Bridges to Life, P.O. Box 570895, Houston, TX 77257-0895; Guide Dogs of America, 13445 Glenoaks Boulevard, Sylmar, CA 91342; Dress for Success, 3310 Eastside Street, Houston, TX 77098; St. Michael Catholic Church, 1801 Sage Rd., Houston, TX 77056; or to the charity of one’s choice.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Geo. H. Lewis & Sons - The Funeral Directors, 1010 Bering Drive, Houston, Texas, 77057. 713-789-3005 www.geohlewis.com.

October 11, 1927 ~ August 3, 2016

KAPLAN — Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Kaplan Cemetery honoring the life of Ruth Marceaux, 88, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 3, 2016. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Rev. Paul Bienvenu officiating the services.
She is survived by her daughter, Billie and her husband, Kenneth Menard of Kaplan; one sister, Hazel Montagne Gaspard of Meaux; six grandchildren, Hilaree Landry, Elizabeth “Yaba” Bengtson, Lyndsee Menard, Grant Menard, Jamie Marceaux, and Jessica Perrin; and eleven great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Marceaux; one son, Ronnie J. Marceaux; and her parents, Elias Montagne and the former Mable Guidry.
The family would like to thank Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care; her nurses; Joan and Kelly; and her caregivers, Kristy Delcambre and Donna Judice for such loving care and family support.
In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to Beanies for St. Jude at Kaplan State Bank which was founded by Billie Menard and inspired by her mother, Ruth Marceaux.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Marceaux family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.

February 25, 1930 - August 2, 2016

KAPLAN — Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Gueydan First United Methodist Church honoring the life of Edwin T. Hair, 86, who died Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Gueydan Cemetery with Reverend John Krause officiating the services.
He is survived by his daughter, Joanna Hair Sistrunk and her husband, Robert Sistrunk; and five grandchildren, Samantha Sistrunk, Sophie Sistrunk, Noah Sistrunk, Jessica Hair, and Destiny Hair.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Best Hair; one son, Arthur Cody Hair; and his parents, Howard Hair and the former Mamie Walker.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Avenue, on Friday, August 5, 2016 from 5 p.m. to until 9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gueydan First United Methodist Church.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Hair family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.