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Luddy Herpin
Former Gueydan High School Principal and School Board member Luddy Herpin passed away after a short battle with cancer on Monday.
Services are pending at Vincent Funeral Home in Kaplan.
Herpin, a 1966 Kaplan High graduate, died at the age of 69.
He leaves behind his wife, Shirley, four children Scott Herpin, Shay Herpin, Shana Broussard and Shamayne Istre and grandchildren.
Before becoming a school board member, Herpin was the principal at Gueydan High for 17 years. At the same time, he was the Kaplan Key Club sponsor.
Prior to being a principal, he also taught at Rene Rost Middle School.
He was also a farmer in the Kaplan area.
Luna Mae Duhon
A daughter, Luna Mae Duhon, was born Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Abbeville General to Shanice Renay Duhon of Abbeville.
Kai De’shawn Forrest
A son, Kai, De’shawn Forrest, was born Friday, November 3, 2017 at Abbeville General to Altonae Sydney Marie Forrest of Abbbeville.
Olivia Kay Cormier
A son, daughter, Olivia Kay Cormier, was born Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at Abbeville General to Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Uclid Cormier of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Kaylynn Nicoll Broussard.
Callie Nicole Gums
A daughter, Callie Nicole Gums, was born Wednesday, November 8, 2017, at Abbeville General to Cassie Camele Roy and Darin Daurell Gums of Kaplan.
Tinsley Reign Turnage
A daughter, Tinsley Rein Turnage, was born November 7, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Drew Turnage.
The mother is the former Mia Ledet.
Jackson Francis Piazza
A son, Jackson Francis Piazza, was born November 2, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Piazza of Crowley.
The mother is the former Erica Miller.
Evelyn Jo Maze
A daughter, Evelyn Joe Maze, was born October 31, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Deret Maze of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Virginia Stelly.
Juelz Ty’Shawn Campbell
A son, Juelz Ty’Shawn Campbell, was born October 31, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to LaKeisha Dozier and Jamie Campbell, Sr. of Lafayette.
-Carleigh Faith Hebert
A daughter, Carleigh Faith Hebert, was born October 2, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Jessica Randall and Dreux Hebert of Maurice.
Halli Grace
Dupre
A daughter, Halli Grace Dupre, was born October 28, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. John Dupre of Erath.
The mother is the former April Gaspard.
Tristyn Kobe Simon
A son, Tristyn Kobe Simon, was born October 27, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Tiffany Comeaux and Devin Simon of Delcambre.
Khristian Julien Green
A son, Christian Julien Green, was born October 27, 2017, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Green, Jr. of Abbeville.
The mother is the former Markeesha Levene.
Blayden Kohl
Allen
A son, Blayden Kohl Allen, was born Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at Abbeville General to Janae Acacia Allen of Abbeville.
Mrs. Stephen Anthony Muguira
Miss Challi Kay Romero of Abbeville and Mr. Stephen Anthony Muguira were joined in marriage on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at the Red Barn in Abbeville.
Sheb Callahan officiated the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Reid and Kay Romero of Abbeville. Her grandparents are Delfred and Lorraine Romero of Henry, the late Katherina Rowley of Lawton, OK and Duane and Doris Rowley, of Chickasha, OK.
The parents of the groom are Benito and Sheryl Muguira of Grosse Tete, LA. His grandparents are the late Julie Angelloz of Grosse Tete, the late Robert Angelloz of Greenwell Springs, LA, Anita Muguira of Morganza, LA and the late Domingo “Sonny” Muguira of Cuba.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a beautiful floor length sleeveless ivory lace mermaid fit gown with a nude slip underneath. The dress featured a high neckline with a train. For her headpiece, the bride wore a unique silver flower headband with pearls. She carried a unique bouquet made of ivory grey roses with berries and wild grass wrapped in burlap.
The junior bridesmaids, Madison Lange and Julia Maguira, wore beaded copper pink ball gown dresses with a petticoat underneath and brown cowboy boots. They carried smaller versions of the bride’s bouquet with ivory grey roses and berries with wild grass and a halo flower headpiece.
The flower girl was Arabella Leblanc, daughter of Joshua and Natasha Leblanc.
The junior groomsmen were Blaise Muguira and Corbin Muguira. The ring bearer was Dominic Muguira, son of Nick and Michelle Muguira.
The Red Barn had a rustic theme with lanterns, bails of hay, candles, gourds with burlap runners.
The bride’s cake was a beautiful delicate white cake with several different filled flavors which included strawberry, pineapple, chocolate and more. It was decorated with burlap lace.
The groom’s cake was made up of yellow cupcakes with buttercream icing shaped into a clever beer mug.
Upon their return from a wedding cruise to the Caribbean, the couple will reside in Grosse Tete.
A rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom’s parents, was held at the Rever Front banquet hall on Nove. 17, 2017.
The bride is a 2006 graduate of Abbeville High School. She is employed by Benedetto’s Market in Addis, LA.
The groom is a 2006 graduate of St. John High School and is employed by Stevo’s Pit Stop.
Mrs. Willard Anthony Rabalais
Miss Amber Marie Bruno and Mr. Willard Anthony Rabalais, both of Lafayette, were joined in holy matrimony during a ceremony held on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville.
Father Louis Richard officiated the 6:30 p.m. nuptials.
The bride is the daughter of Todd M. Bruno of Perry, LA and Stacey Alleman Simon of Youngsville, LA. Her grandparents are Lynda Bruno of Abbeville and the late Kirk Bruno and Brad and Brenda Alleman of Abbeville, La.
The groom is the son of Darrell and Cynthia Rabalais of Plaucheville, LA. His grandparents are the late Veronica Ducote of Cottonport, LA, Gene Rabalais of Plaucheville, LA and Betty Miller of Marksville and the late Winston Gaspard.
Music for the special occasion was provided by Tommy Guidry. Readings were given by Rachel Hebert, the bride’s godmother, Bess Alleman, aunt of the bride and Roxanne Gaspard, Aunt of the groom.
Ushers included Chirs Alleman and Patrick Ashley.
The mother of the bride was escorted by Patrick Ashley. The mother of the groom was escorted by Chris Alleman.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory gown with chic rhinestone and lace. Appliqued straps completed the illusion sweetheart neckline and illusion. The back was finished with pearl buttons and a breathtaking fit and flare skirt covered with lace appliques. The bride’s look was completed by a cathedral length veil embellished with a rhinestone trim.
Emily Boone, served as maid of honor and Holly Poret served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids included Logan Boykin, Teirrany Gary, Amber Touchet, Lexie Broussard and Emily Bruno. Katelyn Simon served as the junior bridesmaid. The maids and matron wore sequinned rose gold floor length gowns. The bridesmaids each wore a high neck, floor length chiffon wine colored gowns covered in lace.
Broc Trahan served as best man. Groomsmen included Kolby Salzer, Kyle Juneau, Joe Newton, Randy smith, Blaine Guidroz and Jimmie Daniel. Ring bearer was Easton Rabalais, son of the bride and groom. The junior groomsman was Connor Normand.
Immediately following the wedding, a reception was held at LaL ouisiane Banquet Hall.
Upon their return from a wedding trip to Mexico, the couple will reside in Lafayette.
Braylon Moore, 10, says he has learned much from both playing football and now selling popcorn.
Like so many kids his age, 10-year-old Braylon Moore loves playing sports.
Moore especially loves playing football, something he has done for years in the local league in Vermilion Parish. Those years have helped the young Moore learn valuable lessons.
“Sports taught me how to believe in myself, have confidence, and set goals,” Moore said. “It has also taught me how to work with my teammates, listen to my coaches and to never give up.”
Moore took those lessons to heart after he faced adversity on the football field. He suffered a season-ending injury earlier this football season.
“I felt sad because I have been playing football since I was 3 years old and this was my first time ever getting hurt,” Moore said. “I was hoping to be able to play basketball this season, but the doctor said that my hip is not fully healed and that I could not play sports at all until next year.”
His mother, Kristin Moore, said she could see how the situation affected her son.
“This injury devastated him because since the age of 3 he has played football and is in love with the sport,” Kristin Moore said. “Like many local families our lives revolve around our kids’ sports schedules, so this is an adjustment for the entire family.”
Falling back on what he learned from sports, Moore formulated a plan to allow him to channel his energy.
“With the help of my mom,” Moore said, “I started a ready to eat popcorn business. My specialty is homemade kettle corn because it tastes the best and all of my friends and cousins like it.”
Moore has already learned some lessons as a young business man, lessons that he will carry well in to the future.
“Working on the popcorn business has taught me that I can make my own money and be my own boss one day,” Moore said. “I also learned that I can do anything!”
That includes returning to the thing he loves, playing football.
“I still go to all of my teams football games and some practices,” Moore said. “I know I will be back on the field by next football season!”
2/14/1960 - 11/4/2017
ABBEVILLE — Wendy Hidalgo LeBlanc entered into eternal peace on Saturday, November 4th, at her home from a brief illness with cancer. A celebration of Wendy’s life will be held on Saturday, November 18th, @ Amana Christian Fellowship Center in Maurice, La.
She leaves behind her loving Husband, Donnie LeBlanc, devoted Mother, Shirley Perry, 2 brothers, Keith Hidalgo & wife Cassie, Chad Hidalgo, & 3 sisters, Debbie Hidalgo, Darlene Wright & husband, Randy & Kathy LeBlanc, & husband Kevin, several nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews.
Wendy was preceded in death by her Father, Etienne Hidalgo, & Mother & Father-in-Law Joyce & Lovelace LeBlanc.
The Family wishes to send sincere appreciation to family & friends that have reached out with thoughts & prayers. Wendy is already sadly missed.
August 5, 1942 - November 9, 2017
A Memorial Mass for Kenneth "Bobby" Foreman, 75 will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath with Father Andre Metrejean officiating. He will be brought to his final resting place at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery in Erath.
Kenneth was born in Jefferson Island, and was a resident of Erath. He loved to ride his bike, drink coffee with friends, and spend time with his daughters, grandchildren, and great- grandchildren. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing, and watching football. He served as an alter boy at Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church in Erath.
He was a long time dedicated employee of Bayou Welding and served on the Board of Charlie Field where he coached softball for many years.
He is survived by his wife Mary "Faye" Schexnider Foreman, daughters, Annette Langlinais, Angela Teer, and Rebecca "Becky" Foreman, grandchildren; Paden Langlinais and his wife Amberly, Christian Teer, Brei Foreman Rageur and her husband Tyler, Victoria " Tori" Teer, and Quintin Broussard, great-grandchildren; Reese Langlinais and Coen Rageur,and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He had a long time friendship with his brother-in- law Anthony "Tony" Schexnider, cousins Ethel Vice and Calvin Vice.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents Easton and Lucy Vice Foreman; brothers June and Leroy Foreman; sisters Eula Mae "pie" and Patricia F. Romero, and a special brother- in- law John Keith Schexnider.
The family would like to Thank Eddies One Stop for their kindness, and The Erath Fire Department, Acadian Ambulance, and Abbeville General for all their help. There will be a gathering of family and friends after the service at Pope John Paul Hall.
Share your condolences, words of comfort or send memorial gifts to the family of Kenneth “Bobby” Foreman at www.lafuneralservices.com
Mr. Kenneth “Bobby” Foreman and his family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory of Broussard (337) 330-8006.
iTna Trahan (Support Person of the Year), Amanda Duhon (Jr. High Teacher of the Year), Lana Tina Trahan started substitute teaching in 1997 and is Teacher Aide certified. Tina then became a contract part time secretary for a few years then full time since 2010. Tina is married to Samuel Trahan of Abbeville. She has two boys, Sammy Trahan Jr. and Corey Trahan. She is the daughter of the late Barbara Northcutt Connor and the late Jimmy Graves Sr.
Tina Trahan started substitute teaching in 1997 and is Teacher Aide certified. Tina then became a contract part time secretary for a few years then full time since 2010. Tina is married to Samuel Trahan of Abbeville. She has two boys, Sammy Trahan Jr. and Corey Trahan. She is the daughter of the late Barbara Northcutt Connor and the late Jimmy Graves Sr.
Amanda Duhon is the 2017-2018 FIEB Middle School Teacher of the Year. She is a 2003 graduate of North Vermilion High School. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Social Studies Education from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2007. Duhon is currently a sixth, seventh, and eighth grade Social Studies teacher at FIEB. She also taught for seven years at Erath High School prior to starting at FIEB. She has over 11 years of teaching experience. She is married to Chip Duhon and has two children, Audrey and Weston.
Lana Harrington Menard was named the 2018 – 2019 FIEB Elementary Teacher of the Year. She is a 1995 Pecan Island High School graduate. She graduated from USL in 1999 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Menard is in her 19th year of teaching. She is currently teaching 5th grade Math and Science at FIEB, but has spent her past 18 years at Kaplan Elementary School where she taught third grade from 1999 – 2009, served as KES Disciplinarian from 2009 – 2010, and taught fourth grade from 2010 – 2017. Menard is married to Trent Menard and together, they have a four-legged fur-baby, Opie. She is the daughter of Brent and Rhonda Harrington and has two younger siblings, Luke Harrington and Krystle Harrington Hood.
Mrs. Jacob Nelson Trahan
Miss Ahna Maria Bergeron and Mr. Jacob Nelson Trahan were united in marriage on Saturday, October 28, 2107, at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Abbeville.
The 7 p.m. ceremony was officiated by Father Gregory Cormier, Alan Stakes, brother-in-law of the bride.
Ceremony readings were given by Julie Trahan, sister-in-law of the groom.
The bride is the daughter of Celina and Guy Bergeron of Erath, La. Her grandparents are the late Doris and Iry Melancon of Erath and Wilda Leblanc and the late Avery Bergeron of Abbeville, La.
The groom is the son of Jacalyn and John Alton Trahan, Jr. of Esther, La. His grandparents are Lucy Mae and the late Nelson Sagrera of Esther and the late Elodie and John Alton Trahan, Sr., of Abbeville.
Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an elegant ivory champagne gown with beaded capped sleeves. The gown displayed a V-neck neckline trimmed in beautiful bead work that remained throughout the dress in it’s mermaid shape. She carried a bouquet made from the bride’s favorite flowers of pink and ivory peonies with a spray of eucalyptus, finished with a rosary made of rose petals from her late grandmother.
Amy Stakes and Kelli Hollier, both sisters of the bride, served as matrons of honor. Bridesmaids included Shalee Bergeron, sister-in-law of the bride; Jessica Campisi, sister of the groom; Katie Huval, cousin of the bride and Chelsey Huval, cousin of the bride. Junior bridesmaids included Isabella Hollier, godchild of the bride; Karoline Hollier, niece of the bride; Madelyn Campisi, niece of the groom; Olivia Stakes, niece of the bride and Gabriella Hollier, niece of the bride. The flower girls was Claire Trahan, niece of the groom.
Aaron Trahan, brother of the groom, and Christopher Campisi, brother-in-law of the groom, both served as best men. Groomsmen included Dreycen Bergeron II, brother of the bride; Ike Sagrera, cousin of the groom; Reggie Hebert, friend of the groom; Aaron Lee, freind of the groom; Patrick Trahan, godchild of the groom and John-Ross Hollier, godchild of the bride. Ring bearers were Dreycen Bergeron III, nephew of the bride and Hudson Bergeron, godchild of the bride. Ushers were Luther Abbott, brother of the bride; Caden Campisi, godchild of the groom and Kip Trahan, nephew of the groom.
Dexter Thibodeaux provided music for the ceremony and Nick Bourq provided music for the reception.
The wedding cake was a four tiered textured cake flavored in ivory butter cream frosting, with pink and ivory peonies flowers. The groom’s cake was a chocolate square camouflage sheet cake with a decorative blue winged teal duck on top flavored in red velvet. The groom’s cake table was inspired by his passion of hunting and the outdoors. The wedding and the groom’s cake was made by Judy Broussard.
The bride is a graduate of St. Joseph Christian Academy. She is a graduate of Louisiana State University at Eunice with an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care. She is employed by Abbeville General Hospital.
The groom is a graduate of Kaplan High School. He is employed with Danos and is working for Chevron Aviation.
The couple will reside in Perry, La.
318 N. Main St.
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: 337-893-4223
Fax: 337-898-9022
219 North Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548