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1 Timothy : 4:7-8
“I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”
ABBEVILLE — Homegoing celebration services will be held Friday, October 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville, LA for Cynthia Huntsberry Ruffins, 61, who passed away Monday, October 22, 2018 in the comfort of her home.
Fr. Michael Richard will be the celebrant of the mass.
She will be awaiting the Resurrection at Huntsberry Memorial Gardens in Milton, LA.
After a lengthy and brave battle fought, God in His infinite wisdom saw she was getting weary, so He came beside her and said, ”Come and Rest; Get your Heavenly reward.” We accept God’s will and pause to reflect on the beautiful life of our beloved one.
Our beloved, Cynthia Huntsberry Ruffins, was born to Annie Broussard Huntsberry and the late Elmo Joseph Huntsberry on August 18, 1957. She received her formal education in Vermilion Parish and was a member of the 1975 Abbeville High School graduating class. She attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana. She later met and married her husband of 40 years, Felix Ruffins, Jr.. To this union, two children were born, reared with lots of love and affection, Shawnette Markisha Ruffins of Lafayette, LA and Ashley Michelle Ruffins of Abbeville, LA. She worked for the Vermilion Parish School Board at J. H. Williams Middle School as a secretary and retired after 33 years of service.
Cynthia loved her family. She loved reading, making crafts, baking, decorating cakes, and dancing to Zydeco music. She enjoyed listening to zydeco and soul music. During the summer, you could always find her relaxing on the beach with her toes in the sand. She was always willing to go that extra mile for anybody. She also served as a VPSB Credit Union Board Member. She served as a lector at her church, she was a member of the Ladies Altar Society, and she made rosaries for the Pro-Life Apostolate Ministry.
She leaves to cherish many wonderful and loving memories, her husband, Felix Ruffins, Jr.; two daughters, Shawnette Ruffins and Ashley Ruffins; mother, Annie B. Huntsberry; one sister, Linda (Leonard Jr.) Blackwell of Lafayette, LA; two brothers, Michael (Brenda) Huntsberrry and Keith(Casey) Huntsberry.; father-in-law, Felix Ruffins Sr. and mother-in-law, Delores A. Ruffins; sister-in-law, Pamela (Fermin) Rachel of Katy, TX; brothers-in-law, James (Delores) Ruffins of Lafayette, LA, Bradley Ruffins of Scott, LA, Rodney (Jodie) Ruffins of Erath, LA and Donovan (Carla) Ruffins of Humble, TX.; her Godchildren, Alaina Blackwell and Jordan Huntsberry of Lafayette, LA; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Elmo Joseph Huntsberry and sister-in-law, Angela Ruffins Mouton.
Visitation will be held Friday, October 26, 2018 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church beginning at 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at which time the Rosary will be prayed.
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Arrangements have been entrusted to Syrie Funeral Home, Inc. of Lafayette, LA.
August 16, 1949 ~ October 23, 2018
ABBEVILLE — Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Donald Ray Frederick, 69, who passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 9:50 AM in the comfort of his home surrounded by family after a brief battle with cancer. He will be laid to rest at St. Paul Cemetery with Pastor Robert Wells Sr. officiating the services. Pallbearers will be Justin Frederick, Blyde Frederick, Eric “T.J.” Henderson Jr., Ory Frederick, Eric Henderson Sr., and Lance Castro. Honorary pallbearers will be his brothers and grandsons.
Donald was employed as a truck driver for 45 years, he enjoyed sports and classic cars. He especially loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren. He had a kind heart and a gentle soul, who will be greatly missed by all.
Donald was born on August 16, 1949 to Harris Joseph Frederick and Doris Ann Becker Frederick. He was a veteran of the United States Army who served our country during the Vietnam Era.
Donald is survived by his wife of 46 years, Debra Meaux Frederick; three children, Tammi (Eric) Henderson, Chad Frederick, and Pam (Lance) Castro; ten grandchildren, Justin Frederick, Blyde Frederick, Eric “T.J.” Henderson Jr., Ory Frederick, Lee Frederick, Desiree’ Henderson, Madeline Castro, Ethan Castro, DeCota Frederick-Thornton, and Bennett Castro; two sisters, Virgie (Russell) Peltier and Ruth Conner; five brothers, Harris Frederick, Raymond Frederick, Ronnie (Melinda) Frederick, Collin “Pee Wee” (Dean) Frederick and Earl (Margery) Frederick; and many nephews, nieces, family and friends who loved him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harris Joseph Frederick and Doris Ann Becker Frederick; sister, Dorietha F. Hebert; and brother, Michael J. Frederick.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Friday, October 26, 2018 from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM; Saturday, October 27, 2018 from 8:00 AM until time of services.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.
ERATH — A Mass of Christian Burial for Louella M. Tauzin will be 1:00PM Friday October 26, 2018 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Father Andre Metrejean officiating. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery.
Visitation will be in David Funeral Home of Erath Friday October 26, 2018 from 9:00AM until service time with recitation of the rosary at 11:00AM.
Louella, born in Henry and a resident of Erath passed away Wednesday October 24, 2018 in Eastridge Nursing Home in Abbeville. She loved bingo, dominoes, and cooking for her family.
She is survived by her children, Danny Bodin of Delcambre, Jude Bodin and wife Geneva of Delcambre, Larry Bodin and wife Cheryl of Delcambre, Susie Navarro and husband Roland of St. Bernard, Linda Boudoin and husband Derck of Coteau, Gene Bodin of Delcambre, Eugene Bodin of Delcambre, Louisa Piper and husband Keith Sr. of Erath, and Matthew Piper and wife Melanie of Delcambre; 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leonce and Edith Cormier Tauzin, a sister, Nora Mae Tauzin, and a grandson Jesse Bodin.
Serving as Pallbearers will be her grandchildren.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home of Erath is in charge of arrangements 209 E. Putnam St. Erath, LA 70533, (337) 937-0405.
January 5, 1938 ~ October 24, 2018
COW ISLAND — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 26, 2018 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of John “Johnny” V. Veazey, 80, who died Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Pecan Island Community Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
He is survived by his wife of six years, Dorsey Dean Veazey; his two sisters, Georigette Nunez of Slidell and Buttons Adamson of Lafayette; six step-children and their families; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virgie Veazey; and his parents, John Veazey and the former Julienee Dyson.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Ave., on Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary being prayed at 7:00 PM; Friday, October 26, 2018 from 9:00 AM until the procession departs for the church.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Veazey family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
February 15, 1970 ~ October 21, 2018
ABBEVILLE — Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Julie Anne Fleming, 48, who died Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Lafayette General Medical Center. She will be laid to rest along-side her parents at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services.
Julie is survived by her fiancé, Brandon Dodge; sister, Lisa Fleming Breaux and her husband, Bobby; brother, John Fleming and his wife, Jackie; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews; and her four-legged fur babies, Izzy and Penelope.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd “Teetie” Fleming Sr. and the former Gaynel Beauxis; and brother, Floyd "Bubba" Fleming II.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St. - Abbeville, on Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 9:30 AM until time of services with a rosary being prayed at 10:30 AM.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.
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June 27, 1951- October 20, 2018
ABBEVILLE — A gathering of family and friends will be held on Wednesday October 24, 2018 honoring the life of Vivian Marie Facille, 67, who passed away on Saturday October 20, 2018.
Vivian is survived by her husband, Edward Facille of Abbeville; sons, Cliff Choate and his wife Carrie of Winnie, TX and Dirk Choate and his wife Jada of Abbeville; daughters, Regina Gillihan and her husband Kerry of Rayne and Angela Deshotel and her husband Billy of Bancker; brothers, Ronald Luquette of Abbeville and Ray Luquette of Abbeville; sisters, Sandra Luquette of Abbeville, Brenda Luquette of Abbeville and Susan Luquette of Abbeville; and grandchildren, Jade, Miranda, Dustin, Noelle, Rylee, Jaxon, Dalton and Tristen
She was preceded in death by her parents Howard Luquette and the former Delsy Ardeneaux.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on Wednesday October 24, 2018 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, (337) 893-4661.
Zachary Pitre and Emily Sagrera
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sagrera of Abbeville and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Pitre of Lafayette announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their children Emily Sagrera and Zachary Pitre.
The wedding will take place on Friday, December 28, 2108 at Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church in Lafayette, LA.
Grandparents of the future bride are Mrs. Una Baudoin and the late James Curley Baudoin of Abbeville and the late Bill Vega of Puerto Rico and the late Dr. and Mrs. Walter Sagrera of Abbeville. Emily is a 2012 graduate of Abbeville High School, a 2015 graduate of ULL with a degree in Kinesiology, and a 2018 graduate of LSUHSC in Shreveport with a degree in Occupational Therapy. She is currently employed by Reliant Rehabilitation in Kaplan.
Grandparents of the prospective groom are Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Buller of Ville Platte and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lionel Pitre of Lafayette.
Zachary is a 2012 graduate of St. Thomas More, a 2016 graduate of ULL with a degree in Biology. He is currently a student of LSUHSC in Shreveport pursuing a doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Mrs. Boyd Denais
Miss Kaitlin Alise Kern and Mr. Boyd Jansen Denais, both of Maurice, were joined in holy matrimony on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Maurice.
Deacon Byron Soley officiated the 6:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Kevin and Monique Kern of Maurice. Her grandparents are Delray LeMaire of Lafayette and the late Antoinette LeMaire and William and Dianna Meaux of Abbeville.
Parents of the groom are Timothy and Melanie Denais of Maurice. His grandparents are Earline Denais of Maurice and the late John Oran Denais and Rod Broussard of Maurice and the late Betty Boudreaux.
Music for the ceremony was performed by Tammy Maturin, vocalist.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore an all over lace sheath ivory gown with subtle beading throughout by Maggie Sottero.
The gown featured a strapless bodice over inner sweetheart design accented with a scalloping sheer lace overlay with a subtle train. She wore an ivory cathedral veil outlined in lace.
The bride carried a loosely designed bouquet with white O’hara garden roses, soft white fillers, mauve florals, silver foliages and seeded eucalyptus.
Escorted by her sons, Daine and Jabian Kern, the mother of the bride wore a navy dress with an embroidered bateau neckline on a soft chiffon skirt.
Escorted by her son, the mother of the groom wore a navy satin crepe dress with a beaded capped sleeve top.
The groom wore a light grey suit and vest with a white shirt, silver tie and brown boots.
Samantha Cunningham, cousin of the bride served as maid of honor. Kaitlin Dugas, childhood friend of the bride, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids included, Bailyn Kern, sister in law of the bride; Lacey Denais, sister-in-law of the groom; friends of the bride, Madison Duhon and Kaysie Hardy, Chelsea Hayes, cousin of the groom, Shea Delcambre and Haley Trahan.
The attendants wore floor length mauve, sleek satin fit and flare dresses. They carried a smaller version of the bride’s bouquet.
Flower girls included Gerri Kern, godchild of the bride, daughter of Daine Kern and Carra Rawls and Amelia Broussard, godchild of the groom, daughter of Ryan and Katie Broussard. They wore ivory tulle layered dresses with floral necklines.
Best man was Bryant Denais, brother of the groom. Groomsmen included Jabian and Daine Kern, brothers of the bride; Chase Picard, cousin of the groom; friends of the groom, Courtney Trahan, Landon Dupuy, Jacob Broussard, Blake Hayes and Nick LeBlanc.
The male attendants wore charcoal grey tuxes with light grey shirts, mauve ties and brown boots.
Ring bearer was Kailex Kern, nephew of the bride, son of Jabian and Bailyn Kern. His attired matched the groom wearing a light grey suit with awhite shirt and mauve bow tie.
The ushers included Brandt Meaux, cousin of the bride; Hunter Landry, nephew of the groom; Aaron Spell and Jacob Broussard.
A reception was held at the River Oaks catering and event center in Lafayette immediately following the ceremony.
Upon their return from a wedding trip to Punta Cana, the couple will reside in Maurice.
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