Doris Sonnier Duhon

January 8, 1920 ~ November 20, 2025

ABBEVILLE—A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in honor of Doris Sonnier Duhon, who passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the remarkable age of 105. The Mass took place at 2 p.m. on Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, officiated by Reverend Daniel Picard.
Prior to the Mass, a visitation occurred at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville, 209 S. Saint Charles St., from 9 a.m. until 1:45 p.m., when the procession departed for the church. A rosary was prayed at 11:30 a.m. by the Cursillo Group. Doris will be laid to rest with her beloved husband, Edwin Jean Duhon, at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery. Honored to serve as pallbearers were Jason Duhon, Jude Duhon, Bernard Stelly, Tony Savant, Benny Sonnier, and Matthew Duhon. Honorary Pallbearer was Aiden Gary.
Doris was born on January 8, 1920, to Rita Landry Sonnier and Fenelous Sonnier in Erath, Louisiana. Throughout her long life, she became a cherished matriarch known for her engaging stories that conveyed the richness of her experiences, instilling appreciation for life's often-overlooked blessings. She was an accomplished homemaker, dedicating herself to creating a warm and loving environment for her family. Her culinary skills, especially her Cajun cooking, delighted many, and her fondness for sweets brought joy to gatherings. Doris found happiness in the simple pleasures of life, frequently enjoying shopping trips and maintaining her beloved cars with meticulous care. No doubt her favorite vacation getaway was Branson, MO, she always wanted to make sure she saw Shoji Tabuchi renowned Japanese violinist.
Above all, Doris treasured time spent with her family, including her two devoted sons, Phil J. Duhon (Anita) and Neal J. Duhon, MD (Susan) along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The bonds she forged with them were profound, and visitors to her home were often reluctant to leave, drawn by her warmth and unwavering love. When her family went to visit, she never wanted them to leave. Her strong prayer life served as a testament to her faith, a guiding light that assures her loved ones that she has entered a better place.
In addition to her sons, Doris is survived by her grandchildren, Rita Duhon Babin (deceased husband Ronnie Babin), Catherine Laura Duhon Irwin, and Amy Duhon Charpentier (Alfred), as well as Phil and Anita Phil’s children: Jason and Tiffany Duhon, Melissa Duhon, and Bernard Stelly (significant other). Neal and Susan’s children include Matthew and Danielle Duhon, MD and Jude and Shelbie Duhon. She also leaves behind fifteen great-grandchildren.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Jean Duhon; her parents, Rita Landry Sonnier and Fenelous Sonnier; her son, Gaylan Duhon; and her grandchild, Toby Duhon; and her brother Albert Burleigh Sonnier, MD.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to her sitters and staff of nurses of Hospice of Acadiana for their compassionate care during this time.
All funeral arrangements were conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.