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March 1, 1956 ~ November 27, 2025

ABBEVILLE — Funeral services officiated by Reverend Glenn Meaux will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville honoring the life of Deborah Volland Atchetee, 69, who passed away on the evening of November 27, 2025. She will be laid to rest at St. Paul Mausoleum. Serving as pallbearers will be Mickey Atchetee, Mike Erzen, Joseph Erzen, Matthew Undheim, Bernard Duhon, Michael Atchetee, David Bertrand, and Eric Broussard.
A visitation will take place at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m.; Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 8 a.m. until the service.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Deborah was the daughter of Robert Ray Volland and Helen Johnson Volland. She earned her degree in Education from the University of Kentucky and later married the love of her life, Whitney Atchetee, on December 30, 1978. Together, they built a life grounded in devotion, family, and quiet strength.
Deborah was an extraordinary homemaker and a fiercely dedicated mom. She had a lifelong passion for the arts and was deeply involved with the Abbey Players Theatre as a lifetime patron. Though she only acted once, her heart belonged backstage-directing shows, running lights and sound, and creating and building sets. She even managed to pull her kids into the magic of theatre right alongside her.
A woman of many creative talents, Deborah enjoyed stained glass work and was an avid quilter. She was the type of person who liked to stay behind the scenes, watching the world with a gentle curiosity, but she absolutely lit up when she was surrounded by her children and their friends-each of whom lovingly called her "Mom."
Deborah cherished her second home in Pentwater, Michigan. She was active in the community she adored, making countless northern friends and settling comfortably into the rhythm of lake life every summer. She was a member of the Pentwater Garden Club, served on the scholarship committee for Pentwater High School, and treasured her women's group, her morning coffee gatherings at Good Stuff, and the friendships that lasted a lifetime. Her faith community at Lighthouse LCMS meant the world to her.
Deborah is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Ray Volland and Helen Johnson Volland, and her sister, Joyce Volland Vicha.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Whitney Atchetee of Abbeville; her daughter Jennifer Atchetee Erzen (Michael) of Abbeville; and her son Mickey Louis Atchetee (Erin), also of Abbeville. She is also survived by her two beloved grandchildren-Joseph "Joey" (Jenn) and Emilia (Mickey)-who were her pride and joy.
Deborah's life was one lived with love, creativity, and quiet dedication. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Deborah's name to Lighthouse Lutheran Church (231) 869-2527 PO Box 235Pentwater, MI, 49449-0235 https://michigandistrict.org/donate/give-now/
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville (337) 893-4661.

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.

Head football coaching positions are being filled quickly, and Sunday saw a lot of activity.
• Ryan Silverfield is moving from Memphis to become the new head coach at Arkansas.
• Alex Golesh is leaving South Florida for Auburn.
• Jon Sumrall is leaving Tulane for Florida.
• Lane Kiffin is leaving Ole Miss to take over as the new head coach at LSU.
Arkansas, LSU, Tulane, and Auburn each have a new head football coach now.
But Abbeville High School still needs to hire a new head football coach. What happens next for Abbeville High?
According to Vermilion Parish School Assistant Superintendent Marc Turner, Abbeville High will start looking for a new head football coach this week.
The school will post the job opening on Monday and keep it open for at least a week.
After the application period ends, interviews will be held in early December. The school could name a new football coach by the end of December.
Jonathan Zenon was hired two years ago to replace Roderick Moy, who left to become the head coach at North Vermilion High School.
Zenon’s first year ended with a 0-10 record, and this year he is 0-4.
He went on leave after losing his fourth game in 2025 and never returned to Abbeville High.

Athletic director and head basketball coach Trevor Eaton stepped in as interim head football coach for the last six games. The Wildcats won three of those games and made the Division II playoffs as the No. 28 seed.
With their first win in 2025, it ended a 14-game losing streak.
Despite Eaton’s success, Eaton is not expected to apply for the head football coach job.
However, AHS offensive coordinator Donald Fuselier is expected to apply for the position.
Fuselier led an offense at AHS that hasn’t been seen since Brent Indest coached in the early 2000s.
Abbeville quarterback Dazavien Maze passed for 2,000 yards, marking only the second time in school history. He also helped produce the school’s first 1,000-yard receiver, Cameron Samuels.
“I can bring stability to the Abbeville football program,” Fuselier said about why he plans to apply for the job.

ERATH – The Erath Bobcats’ unblemished season and hopes for a deep playoff run came to an end Friday night as they fell to the Union Parish Farmers 14-9 at Robert J. Segura Memorial Stadium.
 The Bobcats (11-1) outgained the Farmers 360 yards to 125, including 210 to 51 on the ground.  They ran 83 plays and picked up 22 first downs compared to 28 and five for Union Parish.  But a blocked punt, a long pass, and a bend-but-don’t-break defense proved to be too much for Erath to overcome.
“Union Parish hasn’t missed a semifinal in probably six years,” said Erath head coach Eric LeBlanc.  “We knew they were going to be in the game the whole time.  It was going to be a test.
“I have to give credit to the seniors.  They fought their tails off on that field.  We gave ourselves a chance down there at the end, but it didn’t go our way this time.”
 Trailing by five with 3:02 to play, Erath took over at its own 17-yard line.  On third down, quarterback Jack Landry found tight end Landen DeRouen, who rumbled all the way to the 48-yard line.  Running back Jahlil Charles then took the handoff and carried tacklers down to the Farmer’s 36-yard line.
Three plays later on fourth and eight, the Bobcats went to the bag of tricks.  Receiver Talen Landry took the handoff on a reverse and threw a pass to quarterback Jack Landry for a gain of 13 yards and a first down at the 21-yard line.
 With 16 ticks remaining on the clock, Jack Landry dropped back to pass.  As the Farmers’ pass rush closed in, Landry rolled to his right.  Then disaster struck.
 “I felt pressure on my left side,” Landry said.  “I rolled out to extend the play.  When I went to throw, I got hit on the backside, and they got a hand on the ball.”
 Union Parish recovered the fumble with seven seconds left in the game to end any chance of a miracle ending.
  In the face of a loss in his final game at Erath, Landry continued to lead.  His message to the underclassmen explained why the Bobcats had such a successful season.
  “It’s the art of nothing,” Landry continued.  “You don’t deserve anything.  You have to earn everything.  You earn respect.  You earn victory.  That’s what I’ve lived by the last four years and what I’ll live by for the rest of my life.”
Union Parish broke a scoreless tie late in the first quarter after they blocked a punt that set them up deep in Erath territory.  Quarterback Braxton Patterson kept it himself around the left side for a 19-yard touchdown run and a 7-0 Farmers’ lead.
 Following their second turnover-on-downs deep inside Farmers’ territory, the Bobcats finally broke through with a drive that took 7:30 off the clock.  Aiden Bourque plunged in from the one-yard line to make it 7-6 with 1:49 left in the first half.
Union Parish answered in 47 seconds when Patterson connected with a streaking Terance Wallace, Jr. for a 77-yard touchdown pass.  The quick strike gave the Farmers a 14-6 halftime advantage.
 After stopping Union Parish on its first possession of the second half, Erath went on a marathon drive that took 10:41 off the clock.  They took over at their own 28-yard line with 8:30 remaining in the third quarter.  On play 21 of the drive, Carlos Arellano booted a 22-yard field goal to make it 14-9 with 9:49 left in the fourth quarter to set up the final drive.
 Jack Landry finished 15-of-24 for 137 yards through the air.  He also added 38 yards on 12 carries on the ground and 13 yards receiving.  Talen Landry caught five passes for 50 yards and completed one pass for 13 yards.  Charles had 75 yards rushing on 14 carries and another 32 yards receiving on four catches.  Bourque finished with 64 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries while also adding 15 yards receiving on two catches.  Landon LeMaire rushed six times for 34 yards while DeRouen caught three balls for 43 yards.

Even though the Bobcats fell short of their ultimate goal, LeBlanc is very proud of everything his team accomplished this season.  He’s especially proud of the senior class and the legacy they’re leaving at Erath.
  “As coaches, we try to push standards and expectations,” LeBlanc said.  “But when the seniors do it, it means a hell of a lot more to their teammates than it ever would coming from a coach.  This senior class did that more than any other class before them.  We talk a lot about what they’re going to leave behind.  I hope that’s their legacy. 
‘To say I’m proud of these guys is an understatement.  They’re a special group.  I wanted something more for them tonight.”