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July 11, 1942 ~ November 23, 2018

ABBEVILLE—A Mass of Christian Burial was be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 26, 2018, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Aldis Joseph Laviolette Jr., 76, who died Friday, November 23, 2018.
He was laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services.
Al was born July, 11, 1942, to Leonice Saltzman and Aldis Laviolette Sr., in Gueydan, LA. He was the youngest of six children. He graduated in 1961 and served in the Louisiana National Guard as a platoon sergeant from 1964 to 1971. Al worked in the oilfield for over 20 years as a salesman. He worked as a car salesman for 25 years and retired at Frenzel Motors in 2017 owned by Jude Pere. Al started a band with friends in 1981 called Big Al and the Fa-Tras. They played for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, festivals, weddings, nursing homes, Ora’s 70th birthday, and Sky High for kids and his granddaughter’s non-profit. They were Governor Edwin Edwards’ band for every function he had. Al also played with family, friends, and the Couley Kenny band.
He is survived by his wife, Ora Ann Mitchell of 38 years; his son, Sean Gardiner and wife Rae; daughters, Rylee and Elayna; one stepdaughter, Angela Mouton Hebert; one granddaughter, Brittany Hebert, and grandson, Mark Hebert; one sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Lenny Benoit; and a bunch of great grandkids, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Eldrige and Alvis, wife, Ethyl and son, Tony; and stepson, Mark Mouton.
We would like to thank Ora Ann, Heidi, Sammy, and Lovie for the loving help. Love ya’ll, Pop Pop Al.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements were conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337)

Miss Ashlyn Paige Trahan of Maurice, LA and Mr. Logan Michael Broussard of Abbeville, LA were united in the sacrament of holy matrimony during a six o’clock ceremony on Friday, November 23, 2018 at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, Louisiana.
The Reverend Nicholas DuPre’ was the celebrant for the nuptial Mass.
The bride, Ashlyn Trahan, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kimble Trahan of Maurice, LA.
The mother of the bride is the former Angela Lalande of Maurice, LA. The grandparents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Lalande of Maurice, LA.
The groom, Logan Broussard, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Whitney “Jean” Broussard, Jr. of Abbeville, LA. The mother of the groom is the former Karen Comeaux of New Iberia, LA. The grandparents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Comeaux of New Iberia, LA and Mrs. Una Broussard of Abbeville, LA and the late Mr. Whitney Broussard, Sr.
The bride was escorted to the altar by her father, wearing an elegant gown by Allure Couture. The gown was made of alternating French floral lace embroidery and bands of intricate beading, which covered this sculpted Charmeuse satin gown. The neckline of the gown featured an off-the-shoulder design which was fully encrusted with Swarovski crystals, silver bugle beads and pearl bead work. The lace covered buttons adorned the back of the gown flowing to the edges of the long, scalloped train.
The finishing touch to her gown was a cathedral length veil with raw edges, which flowed from a bridal comb made of Swarovski crystals, pearls, and silver beads. Sentimental details incorporated by the bride on her wedding day were her maternal great-grandmother’s wedding band as something old; a gift of a pearl and diamond pendant from her parents as something new; her maternal grandmother’s rosary as something borrowed and her maternal great-aunt’s diamond and sapphire ring as something blue. A sixpence in her shoe was the same sixpence her mother wore on her wedding day, 28 years ago, on November 23, 1990.
The bride’s floral bouquet consisted of Mother of Pearl roses, Sandy roses, Brunia berries, seeded eucalyptus and Italian ruscus. The bouquet was wrapped with an ivory satin ribbon, which was monogrammed with the bride’s initials.
Maid of honor was Hannah LeBlanc, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Sydney Tomlinson, Kappa Delta sister; Patricia Jimenez, Kappa Delta sister and Anne-Marie Marceaux, friend of the bride.
The bridesmaids wore full length, dupioni gowns in black featuring a tailored, structured bodice that gave way to a gracefully flared trumpet skirt. The striking style was finished with a cutout back, a bow closure at the neckline, which was highlighted by an antique pewter crystal brooch. They carried similar versions of the bride’s bouquet and were composed of ivory roses, Quicksand roses, Brunia berries, seeded eucalyptus and Italian ruscus. Their bouquets were wrapped with pewter beaded ribbon and black satin ribbon, which included their monogrammed initials.
Aleigh Pourciau, cousin of the bride, served as the flower girl. Her gown was made of Charmeuse satin which was covered entirely by a three-dimensional floral embroidery tulle. The waistline of the gown featured a band of Swarovski crystals and pearl beading. She carried a hand-held bouquet of Sandy roses, Brunia berries, seeded eucalyptus and Italian ruscus, which was wrapped with an ivory ribbon with her initials. Aleigh is the daughter of Dacques and Neysa Pourciau, of Maurice, LA.
Best man was Chauncey Broussard, brother of the groom. Groomsmen included Auston Trahan, brother of the bride; Aaron Melebeck and Trey Patin, friends of the groom.
Nathan Broussard, godchild of the groom, served as the ring bearer. He is the son of Chauncey and Claire Broussard, of Abbeville, LA.
Ushers for the wedding were Connor Menard and Cauy Menard, cousins of the bride.
The mother of the bride was escorted by her son, Auston Trahan. She wore an off-the-shoulder evening gown in black, which showcased a straight, fitted silhouette. The asymmetrical tiered top and three tiered peplum was embellished with black, pewter and silver beading.
The mother of the groom was escorted by her husband, Jean Broussard. She wore an evening gown in silver. The dress featured a strapless sweetheart neckline with a sheer, long sleeve overlay which was adorned with crystal bead work.
Serving as the wedding music ensemble were Tommy Guidry, organist; Aneleise Hebert, vocalist and Ryan Hebert, guitarist.
The readings for the nuptial Mass were given by Andrea L. Menard, godmother of the bride and Cindy Comeaux, godmother of the groom. The offertory gifts were presented by Dirk Menard, godfather of the bride and David Comeaux, godfather of the groom.
Following the wedding nuptials, a reception was held at Black’s which was beautifully decorated with Sandy roses, Quicksand roses, Mother of Pearl roses, ivory hydrangeas, Bells of Ireland, larkspur, seeded eucalyptus and Italian ruscus. Boston ferns were hung throughout the venue.
The bridal cakes were displayed on the bride’s maternal great-grandmother’s antique Singer sewing machine table. The table was decorated with two silver and pewter crystal cake stands. The cakes consisted of two tiers each and were of different designs with the newlyweds’ initials atop the larger version. Flowers of Sandy roses, Quicksand roses, Mother of Pearl roses, ivory hydrangeas and seeded eucalyptus flowed from the drawers of the heirloom sewing machine.
The groom’s custom cake featured a grass air strip with a Super Cub model airplane placed upon the almond cake.
Upon their return, Mr. and Mrs. Logan Broussard will reside in Youngsville, LA.
A rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom’s parents, Karen and Jean Broussard, was held at Midway on the Square on the evening of Monday, November 19, 2018.

Miss Emily Janice Hoag of Lafayette, LA and Mr. Brett James Ferguson of Lafayette, are pleased to announce their engagement and plans to marry.
The wedding will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Lafayette.
The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer LaMont Hoag III of New Iberia. Her grandparents are the late Dr. Gerald Elias, Sr. and Janice Elias of New Iberia, Mr. and Mrs. John Delcambre of New Iberia and the late Elmer LaMont Hoag, Jr. and the late Caroline Guilbeau of Lafayette.
Emily is a 2005 graduate of Catholic High School of New Iberia, a 2009 graduate of La. College in Pineville, LA with a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training and a 2011 graduate of UL at Monroe with a Master of Science degree in Exercise Science. She is a member of the Mystic Krewe of Iberian and the National Athletic Trainers Assoc.
She is an athletic trainer for Louisiana Athletic Care at Opelousas Catholic High School.
The prospective groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Edward Ferguson. His grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. EmanualHebert, the late Jeanne Ferguson and the late Edward Ferguson.
Brett is a 2005 graduate of Abbeville High School, a 2009 graduate of UL Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education and a 2015 graduate of UL Monroe with a Masters in Educational Leadership. He is a member of the Iberia Principals’ Association and the National Association of Educators.
He is the assistant principal of academics at New Iberia Senior High.

Jack Murray Ditch

Joshua and Jayde Mayard Ditch would like to announce the birth of their son, Jack Murray Ditch, at 3:19 a.m. on September 29, 2018 at Women’s and Children’s . He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces.
Jack is blessed to be welcomed by his grandparents, Larry and Jan Mayard of Kaplan, Paul and Jodi Hulin of Maurice and Brit and Marcelle Ditch of Seguin Texas, his great grandparents, Mary Jo Nunez and Jewett and Ella Hulin.
His great grandparents are the late Chick and Genny Schexnider, Murray and Laurence Mayard, Daniel Nunez and Kenneth and Romona Ditch.
The mother is the former Jayde Mayard of Kaplan.

Lucien Jerome Theriot
A son, Lucien Jerome Theriot, was born on November 7, 2018, at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Hungerford Theriot of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Lisa Marie Rodrigue.

Samyah Rae Williams
A daughter, Samyah Rae Williams, was born November 7, 2018 at Abbeville General to Sade Renee Williams of Abbeville.

Raylon James Marceaux
A son, Raylon James Marceaux, was born November 13, 2018, at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Chris James Marceaux, Jr. of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Brittany Michelle Migues.