Darby Lynn Broussard Champagne

Darby Lynn Broussard Champagne was born November 2nd, 1960 and passed away October 27th, 2021 from illness at the age of 60, leaving a beautiful family to mourn her loss.
She is survived by her loving husband Elton Champagne, her sons Henri’ and Jean-Phillipe (Stephanie) and her beautiful grandchildren Angelle, Ashlynn, Adilynn, Jean Luc and her step-son Andre (Jamie) and step-grandchildren Emerson and Dresen.
Her brothers and their families who are left to remember her beautiful smile and enormous love for others are Brady and Reba Broussard, Delany and Carla Broussard, Lance and Alecia Broussard and Scott and Julie Broussard.
She was preceded in death by her parents former Mayor Brady and Bonnie Broussard and grandparents Marcus and Muriel Broussard and Geoffrey and Johnnie Richard.
Darby was deeply faithful and spiritual, a product of Mt Carmel Elementary and Vermilion Catholic High School. She also completed nursing school at the University of Southwestern Louisiana graduating with a BSN at the top of her class of RN’s. She was also a McNair Scholar and used those skills to work with Dr. Manuel providing free medical clinics after hurricanes Katrina and Rita for our local community and beyond. She also worked many years in the local banking community.
She was so fond of the large number of classmates and friends who were so important in her life. Growing up with her brothers and playing sports she was also chosen in a local beauty pageant and served as Miss Abbeville. Darby committed to an active life rather than the chronic illness that she dealt with from her adolescence until her death.
Her family appreciates the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. A memorial mass to celebrate the life of Darby will be held in the near future. Donations can be made in her name at Vermilion Catholic, a legacy of Mt. Carmel.