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Therese “Jane” Bohrer passed away peacefully on January 4, 2019, at age 91.
Beloved wife of the late Bernard “Benny” Bohrer, with whom she lovingly shared her married life of 63 years and devotedly cared for him in his last decade.
A funeral Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Church with internment following at St. Paul’s Mausoleum will be on Wednesday, the 9th of January at 12 noon. Visitation begins at St. Mary Magdalen Church at 10:00am.
Jane is survived by her 3 daughters, Brenda Bohrer Manard (Bob Manard), Stephanie Bohrer Funderburk, Resa Bohrer Mouton (Mark Mouton), 5 grandchildren, Rob Manard of Jacksonville FL, Wendy Manard of New Orleans, Maryclaire Manard of San Francisco, Pamela Sandoz of Baton Rouge, Jeni Schafer (Chris) of Katy TX, two step-grandsons, Gregory Mouton of New Iberia, Zack Mouton of Los Angeles and two great grandchildren, Ethan Primeaux of Katy, TX, and Matthew Gwozdz of New Orleans.
She was predeceased by her parents, Wilfred B. Rogers and Eliseman Sellers Rogers, her brother, J. C. “Black” Rogers, her sister Flora Holt, and a brother in childbirth. Jane lived her final years in the home of her youngest daughter, Resa and husband Mark Mouton, in Abbeville.
Jane is survived by her eldest sister, Velta Firmin, 101 years young of Franklin, whom she dearly loved. She will be remembered fondly by her many nieces, nephews, godchildren, and endearing friends.
Pallbearers will be Ray Dugal, Rob Manard, Gregory Mouton, Ethan Primeaux, Rudy Rodriguez, Kelly Rogers.
Honorary pallbearers are Brent Delcambre, Randall Landry, Bob Manard, Mark Mouton, Zack Mouton, David Rogers, Tommy Rogers, Norton White.
Cherished by her family, and those who knew and loved her, she leaves the most wonderful memories of a life well lived, devotion to family, the smells of delicious meals, a strong sense of values, caring for others and a commitment to a spiritual life. She graciously opened her home to many, helping a young refugee family get established as well as hosting visitors from afar. She holds the family record in Ping Pong tournaments.
The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Pelican Point, Acadian Home Health Care, and Grace Hospice who compassionately helped Jane with medical challenges.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Mt. Carmel Elementary of Abbeville, Vermilion Catholic High School, or the charity of choice.
By: Kaplan Museum Ann Henry, Docent
Le Musee de Kaplan is pleased to announce the much anticipated French Table discussion group will begin Saturday, January 12 at Le Musee from 10- 11 a.m.
The response has been overwhelming and the museum is looking forward to hosting the event and to see all the French speaking families, friends, and neighbors gather and return to the language of their heritage.
Everyone is invited, whether they speak French or not, but are interested in hearing the language spoken by our ancestors which, unfortunately, is quickly fading from memory.
The old adage remains true, if you don’t use it you lose it.
Many of the elderly, who were once reprimanded for speaking French at school, are now realizing since they have had no one to converse with them in French on a regular basis are forgetting the language and only remember bits and pieces or phrases. Some have forgotten their prayers in French and long to hear them again as taught by their mothers or at catechism.
After the initial meeting, it will be determined how often the meetings will continue to gather and try to make it as convenient as possible for everyone.
Le Musee is located at 405 North Cushing Boulevard, Kaplan, La. If anyone has further questions, they may be contacted at 643-1528, Wednesday through Saturday 9:00 – 1:00.
The e-mail address isoffice@kaplanlamuseum.org.
The first Dutch Oven Gathering (D.O.G.)of 2019 will be held on Saturday, January 12 at Palmetto State Park.
Learning how to cook on coals would be a great accomplishment for 2019.
Latanier Cookers can help you do it. Get out the Dutch Oven you got for Christmas or your grandma’s old pot.
Latanier Cookers….Pronounced ‘lah ton ya’ is the French word for Palmetto. This group organized in April of 2013 and hosted their first D.O. G. at Palmetto Island State Park.
Latanier cookers hosts a D.O.G. (a.k.a Dutch Oven Gatherings) on the second Saturday of each month at Palmetto. These gatherings are relaxed and informal. Families are welcome. There is often a little music playing in the area. Before lunch, cookers and visitors drift around the area asking questions, discussing recipes, tips and techniques, checking out all the neat ’tools’ that other cookers use in their outdoor kitchens.
If you’ve never seen a Dutch oven cooker in action, you’ll have lots of questions. Experienced cookers have gotten the process down to a ‘science’ and love to visit about Dutch oven cooking.
Latanier Cookers usually make arrangements to have a main meal, which is prepared on site. Cookers and visitors contribute the Dutch oven dish of their choice. All cooks are welcomed!
The chapter’s goal is ‘the gathering’. So whether you cooked in a Dutch oven on coals or not, you’re welcome to share your food at these gatherings. Covered dishes are welcome too. Pots go on the table at noon. It’s a super cast iron buffet.
You’ll enjoy food from black iron pots like: corn breads, cobblers, bread puddings, beans, casseroles, Jalapeno bread, sweet potato soufflé, biscuits, Holly Beach potatoes, rolled round steak, pork roast….and the list goes on and on.
The cookers really enjoy testing their skills with new recipes, so the menu is always exciting and new.
Plan your next camping trip to Palmetto Island State Park on the second Saturday of each month...you’ll be in for a treat.
How much more Cajun can you get than that? Gathering around food has served as a focus for all manner of occasions and has been an important part of life for the people of Louisiana. The motto above holds almost everything the Cajun souls crave.
While the D.O.G. is free, entrance park fees do apply.
Lauren Grace Broussard
A daughter, Lauren Grace Broussard, was born Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Peter Broussard of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Kaylyn Marie Stanley.
Maddilyn Amari Henry
A daughter, Maddilyn Amari Henry, was born Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Abbeville General to Braxton Nicole Henry of Abbeville.
Riley Nicole Lege
A daughter, Riley Nicole Lege, was born December 25, 2018 at Abbeville General to Amber Lynn Lee and Timothy Wayne Lee of Gueydan.
Masyn-Cate Racca
A daughter, Masyn-Cate Racca, was born Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Cody James Racca.
The mother is the former Dawn Nicole Menard.
Jasmine Nicole Hills
A daughter, Jasmine Nicole Hills, was born Monday, December 17, 2108, at Abbeville General to Lisa Marie Schexneider and Jonathon Gregory Hills of Abbeville.
Tyrese Shamar Guidry, Jr.
A son, Tyrese Shamar Guidry, Jr. was born Thursday, December 13, 2018, at Abbeville General to Alana Marie Mitchell and Tyrese Shamar Guidry, Sr. of Abbeville.
Justin Paul Louviere, Jr.
A son, Justin Paul Louviere, Jr. was born, Monday, December 17, 2018, at Abbeville General to Erin Lynn Bourque of New Iberia and Justin Paul Louviere of Abbeville.
Ellenore Rose LeBlanc
A daughter, Ellenroe Rose LeBlanc, was born December 14, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Chett LeBlanc of Erath.
The mother is the former Keagan Bourque.
Taylin De’Mari Walker
A son, Taylin De’Mari Walker, was born December 5, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Tabon Walker of Lafayette.
The mother is the former Dazmin Granger.
Aaron Rashawn Glaze, Jr.
A son, Aaron Rashawn Glaze, Jr., was born December 6, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Marina Johnson and Aaron Glaze of Abbeville.
Zachary Eden Moreno
A son, Zachary Eden Moreno, was born December 2, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Kristen Hebert and Zachary Moreno of Erath.
Rodney Joseph Perro III
A son, Rodney Joseph Perro III, was born December 2, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Perro of Erath.
Mrs. Perro is the former Nicole Dodson.
Joseph Charles Monteleone
A son, Joseph Charles Monteleone, was born November 27, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Monteleone of Lafayette.
The mother is the former Leslie Hill.
Zachary Paul Zaunbrecher
A son Zachary Paul Zaunbrecher, was born November 26, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Adam Zaunbrecher of Gueydan.
The mother is the former Danielle Richard.
Timothy Osborn Minor, Jr.
A son, Timothy Osborn, Jr., was born on November 26, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Amanda LeBon and Timothy Minor of Abbeville.
Cheyenne
Annette Howard
A daughter, Cheyenne Annette Howard, was born November 26, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Christen Billiot and Bryan Howard of Maurice.
Lottie Aleah Friou
A daughter, Lottie Aleah Friou, was born November 26, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Dani D’Augereau and Paul Friou of Abbeville.
Emerie Rose Etie
A daughter, Emerie Rose Etie, was born November 14, 2108, at Women’s and Children’s to Tricia Suire and Clint Etie of Youngsville.
Randy Keith
Watkins
A son, Randy Keith Watkins, was born November 25, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Nikki Schexnayder and Custer Watkins of Kaplan.
Mrs. Jacob Bourque
Miss Victoria Renee’ Sagrera of Abbeville, Louisiana and Mr. Jacob Paul Bourque of Abbeville, Louisiana were united in the sacrament of holy matrimony during a 6:30 p.m. ceremony on the evening of Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana.
Father Louis J. Richard was the celebrant for the nuptial celebration.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clay Courtier of Abbeville, Louisiana. Her mother is the former Melissa Kaye Sagrera of Abbeville, Louisiana. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Sagrera of Abbeville, Louisiana and Emily Courtier of Abbeville, Louisiana and the late Charles Courtier. The groom is the son of Timmy Bourque of Delcambre, Louisiana and Debra Doucet Bourque of Abbeville, Louisiana. The mother of the groom is the former Debra Ann Doucet of Abbeville, Louisiana. The grandparents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Warren Doucet of Abbeville, Louisiana and the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis Viator of Delcambre, Louisiana.
Escorted by her father, the bride’s gown evoked a stunning combination of Old Hollywood glamour meets the 21st century. Her curve-emphasizing, diamond white, talin stretch crepe wedding dress featured long sleeves and an illusion open back accented in beading and Swarovski crystals. Illusion cutouts at the embellished jewel neckline completed this classy and elegant sheath. The gown was finished with crystal buttons over the zipper closure and trailing down the entire length of the train.
She wore a fingertip length ivory veil of delicate tulle, beautifully finished with embellished edges. The bride carried a bouquet mixed with rich colors of crimson and white roses, eggplant ranunculus, white peonies, and a small accent of peach roses, hyberican berries, and beautifully greenery such as eucalyptus. Intertwined in her bouquet was a one-of-a-kind, handmade rosary holding great sentimental value to the bride, and a delicate handkerchief with her initials gently monogrammed in light blue.
The bride was attended by her maid of honor and sister of the groom, Keagan LeBlanc. Bridesmaids were Natalie Campbell, cousin of the bride; Brandi Monceaux, Coti Romero, Abigail Guidry and Ashlee Guidry, friends of the bride. The bridesmaids wore beautiful fit and flare silhouette, full length chiffon gowns by Mori Lee in color claret. Each gown featured a unique neckline accented with petite fluttery chiffon draped to complement individuality yet, unify the group. They carried simple and elegant bouquets of white roses and loose eucalyptus greenery.
Isabelle LeBlanc, godchild and niece of the groom, served as the flower girl. She wore an ivory dull satin dress with lovely beaded cap sleeves embellishments. The ruche bodice featured a satin ribbon that formed a bow in the back of the dress. She carried a simple and sweet bouquet of mixed eucalyptus greenery accented with petite roses.
Chett LeBlanc, brother-in-law of the groom, served as the best man while Gannon Bourque, brother of the groom, served as the junior best man. Groomsmen were Alex Courtier, brother of the bride; Jared and Branden Trahan, cousins of the groom. Other groomsmen included Anthony Frederick, Jay Monceaux, and Mitchel Suire, all friends of the groom. Carlin LeBlanc, nephew of the groom, and Owen Broussard, cousin of the bride, served as ring bearers. The ushers for the wedding were Andre Girouard, cousin of the bride, as well as Jed Carlin, Cameron Faulk, Christopher Peltier, and Kyle Romero, all friends of the groom.
The mother of the bride was escorted by her son, Alex Courtier. She wore a pine green full length, mermaid silhouette gown with a romantic off the shoulder neckline, featuring gorgeous ruffles cascading down the center back skirt which presented a dramatic flair to the gown.
The mother of the groom was escorted by her son, Jacob Bourque along with the groom’s father, Timmy Bourque. She wore a Mori Lee gown in champagne. The gown featured a beautifully beaded lace bodice, with illusion three-quarter sleeves to frame the Sabrina-style neckline, accented with delicate lace and metallic charcoal crystals. The gown flowed to a fit and flare silhouette.
For the ceremony, scriptures were read by Renee’ Broussard, aunt and godmother of the bride, and Charlene Hebert, aunt of the groom. Serving as program attendants were Caleb and Zachary Broussard, cousins of the bride. Serving as the wedding music ensemble were Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Dubois, vocalists; Tommy Guidry, organist and Jared Gray, trumpeter.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Magdalen Place which was decorated with beautiful flowers, greenery, and romantic lighting to provide a unique and special ambiance. Guests enjoyed lovely cuisines from Chef Bobby and Dot Catering of Kaplan, Louisiana, and were entertained by the musical selections of Fuse Entertainment of Elton, Louisiana.
The groom’s parents honored their son and his bride-elect, along with their wedding party, with an exquisite dinner, prepared by Don’s Custom Catering of Abbeville, Louisiana, on the eve of their marriage at Magdalen Place in Abbeville, Louisiana.
After returning from a honeymoon, the couple will reside in Abbeville, Louisiana
Alexis Trahan (10) of Kaplan shoots a jumper. Conana Willis tries to guard her.
KAPLAN - The Kaplan Lady Pirates improved to 14-9 overall and 2-1 in district after whipping the Abbeville Lady Wildcats 51-23 on Friday.
With the win, the Lady Pirates remain a half game behind North Vermilion, who is 3-0 in district.
Kaplan was able to spread the scoring around against AHS.
Alyia Broussard, once again, led Kaplan in scoring with 21 points.
She scored 17 of her 21 points in the first half.
Whitney Bouillon scored six points, and Je Johnnie, Alexis Romero, and Jenna Romero, each made five points for Kaplan.
Chelsea Stewert led Abbeville with 12 points. ZahKeyra Bell and Nygene Williams scored four points each.
Gueydan................43
Central Catholic...34
The Gueydan Honeybears won their district opener Friday, beating Central Catholic 43-34.
With the win, Gueydan improves to 11-10 overall and 1-0 in district.
They step of district Tuesday and battle Acadiana (14-8) in Scott.
Gracie Simon led Gueydan with 12 points and Kirsten Reed tacked on 10 points. Ryleigh Istre had nine points. Sydnie Simon chipped in seven points.
NV’s Darrius Gilliam (24) heads toward the goal between Erath’s Tucker Derise (5) and Andrew Evans.(photo by Missy Rosa)
The boys and girls North Vermilion basketball teams went to Erath on Friday, and they both came away with victories.
The Patriots are now on a 2-game district winning streak after beating the Erath Bobcats 59-26.
With the win, the Patriots are 2-0 in District 8-3A. Erath is 0-1 in district.
North Vermilion jumped on Erath in the first half, leading 37-7 at halftime.
In the first half, Malik Criner scored 11 points for NV. He finished the game with 11.
Darrius Gilliam led NV with 14 points. Tate Lewis also had 11 points for NV.
Tucker Derise led EHS with nine points, while William LeBlanc made five.
Lady Patriots........46
Erath.......................21
The Lady Patriots remain atop the district race after whipping Erath, 46-21. NV is 3-0 in district.
Kennedy Trahan and Gabbie Bessard had 14 points each for NV.
Jace Myers scored 11, including three treys. In the last two games, Myers made six 3-pointers.
Erath’s Courtney Dubois scored 13 of Erath’s 21 points. Madeline Hebert had the other eight points.
Abbeville's Walter Boudoin goes up for a layup against Kaplan.
KAPLAN - Things are going well for the Abbeville Wildcats this season.
Under the legendary head coach Berwick Hamilton, the Wildcats have a 14-5 overall record and are 2-0 in district. The Wildcats have pretty much sewed up a home game in the first round of the Class 3A playoffs, with 10 games remaining on their schedule.
Abbeville is unofficially ranked at No. 5 in the Class 3A power point rankings, and the top 16 earn a home game in the first round of the playoffs.
The Wildcats are on a three-game winning streak after beating the Kaplan Pirates, 61-48, on Friday in Kaplan. The Wildcats used their speed and an inside game to score.
Abbeville’s first four buckets were under the goal. It was 9-0 before Kaplan scored.
The Pirates (5-14) now find themselves on a seven-game losing streak. They were able to hang with Abbeville in the first quarter thanks to the inside game of Quintlan Cobb, who scored four of Kaplan’s eight first-quarter points. Cobb scored 12 points in the first half and finished the game with 18.
At one point in the second quarter, Kaplan cut Abbeville’s lead to eight points (19-11); however, the Wildcats responded and led 34-20 at halftime.
Abbeville pushed the lead to 20 (49-29) after the third period.
Juvante Decuire continues to lead the Wildcats. He finished with 21 points. He was 6 out of 7 from the charity stripe. Tarrius Campbell and Tyrese Sam scored 11 points each for AHS. Walter Boudoin had seven, while Davonte Promise made nine.
Trent Dupuis scored 14 for Kaplan. Nine of his 14 were scored in the fourth period. Daniel Poole made six for Kaplan.
The Wildcats will be at home on Tuesday to battle the 7-9 NV Patriots. Both teams are 2-0 in district. The winner of the game tak
Andy Perrin, chairman of the Executive Committee of the Acadian Museum, announces that the Acadian Museum will induct Leo Touchet into its Order of Living Legends on Saturday, January 12, 2019.
The event will take place at the Joie de Vivre Restaurant, Cafe & Bar, 107 N. Main St., Breaux Bridge, LA 70592 at 1:30 p.m.
Leo Touchet’s earliest memory of photography was at the age of six in his hometown of Abbeville, when an uncle returned from World War II with boxes of photographs he had taken, and he has since wanted to travel.
While in high school, he was selected to be the school photographer. His equipment then was an old 4x5 Crown Graphic Camera with screw in flash bulbs.
After high school and a stint in the Army, he enrolled in Architecture school at the University of Southwest Louisiana (now the University of Louisiana Lafayette).
There he was introduced to composition, form, light and perspective. His photography has since used all of these elements. Most of his photos are full-frame images, cropped in the camera.
He later worked in Cleveland and New York as a draftsman and later as an industrial designer.
Eventually he became bored with working in an office on a drawing board. In July 1965, on a visit to the Museum of Modem Art (MOMA), he was captivated by the photos of Henri Cartier-Bresson. The next day, he bought a used Leica M2 camera and began photographing on the streets of New York.
The photography archives at MOMA were open to the public and most of his photography education resulted from his many hours studying photos of Cartier-Bresson, Paul Strand, Eugene Smith, Edward Steichen, Gordon Parks and many other photographers in the collection. Later that year, he bought a ticket to Vietnam to become a photographer.
Over the last 50 years, he has worked for numerous national and international publications, traveling to over 50 countries around the world. Following are some of the places where his photographs have been displayed.
Books
REJOICE WHEN YOU DIE - The New Orleans Jazz Funerals (LSU Press 1998)
PEOPLE AMONG US - Photography by Leo Touchet (Photo Circle Press (2018)
AT THE RACES - Photography by Leo Touchet (Photo Circle Press (2018)
CHASING SHADOWS - Desert Sand Dunes (Photo Circle Press (2018)
DUET - Poet & Photographer Yellow Flag Press (2018)
FLOWERS - In Black & White (Photo Circle Press (2018)
Collections
Sir Elton John Photography Collection
New Orleans Museum of Art
Museum of Fine Arts (Houston)
Bibliotheque Nationale (France)
Publications
Life Magazine - Time Magazine - Newsweek Magazine
Fortune Magazine - Money Magazine
U.S. News & World Report - Country Journal
Group Exhibitions
PHOTOGRAPHY USA 1976
United States Bicentennial Exhibit to the Soviet Union & Eastern Europe
IMAGES OF MISSISSIPPI
Lauren Rogers Museum Laurel, Mississippi
REGARDS et MEMOIRES - ARLES 2008
Four separate exhibits including public street banners
during the 39th Annual Photo Expo in Arles, France
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