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ABBEVILLE, La. – A Home-going Celebration of Life for Mrs. Sharon Denise Parker, 57, the former Sharon Linton will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Christ Community Church of Abbeville (210 South Saint Valerie Street) with Dr. Warren Milson, III, officiating.
She will await the resurrection in St. Paul Cemetery (515 Jacqulyn Street) in Abbeville, LA.
A visitation will be held at Christ Community Church of God in Christ on Saturday, September 7, 2024, beginning at 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Sharon was born on January 2, 1967, in Houston, TX. She was a resident of Abbeville, LA and departed this life on the morning of Friday, August 30, 2024, at her residence.
“Smokie” as she was affectionately known by many, attended Christ Community Church of God in Christ in Abbeville, LA. For numerous years, she worked for Vermilion Healthcare in Nunez, LA and was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 38 years.
Sharon was the life of the party and she loved to play pokeno and bingo as well as she loved going to the casino.
She leaves in God’s care to cherish her fond memory, her husband, Elliott Parker of Abbeville, LA; three sons, La’Derrick Linton of Abbeville, LA, Lamar Linton (Tiffany) Linton and La’Juan Linton of Virginia Beach, VA; two daughters, La’Daisha Campbell (Joseph) and of Newport News, VA and La’Kira Campbell Moon (Mikayla) of Westfield, VA; two stepdaughters, Latasha Parker and Latrella Parker both of New Iberia, LA; one brother, Cornelius Darby (Wayne) of Abbeville, LA; one half-brother, Sherman Ray Taylor of Houston, TX; one uncle, Elliott Darby, Jr. of Abbeville, LA; two aunts, Sister Lela Mae Proctor Chentlen of New Iberia, LA and Sister Beulah Ann Walker of Abbeville, LA; two brothers-in-law, Freddie Zeno and Lawrence Zeno both of New Iberia, LA; four sisters-in-law, Thelma Guy (Gerald) , Cindy Galentine (Allen), Alma Londo (Marlon), and Judy Parker (Nathaniel) all of New Iberia, LA; one godchild, Phaedra Davis (Joseph) of Abbeville, LA; her traveling bestie, Mary “Lee-Lee” Towles of Abbeville, LA; 14 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 7 step grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; other relatives, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Mae Guidry Joseph; father, Sherman Taylor; two brothers, Patrick O’Neal Linton and Jodie Wayne Taylor; stepfathers, Percy Ray Joseph, Sr. and Antoine T. Will Green; maternal grandparents, Ernest Guidry and Mammie Levy; paternal grandparents, Hector and Rosie Taylor.
Condolences can be expressed to the family at www.fletcherfuneralhomes.org
Arrangements are entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Home (337-369-3341) 609 W. Admiral Doyle Drive, New Iberia, LA 70560.

An Abbeville man is wanted on multiple charges for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred at a local apartment complex last month.
On Aug. 16, at approximately 11:09 p.m., officers from the Abbeville Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at the Stone Bridge apartments in Abbeville.
Following an investigation, including the execution of search warrants and review of surveillance footage in the vicinity, the incident was captured on camera, showing individuals fleeing with firearms. Subsequently, the suspects were identified, and arrests were made.
Further inquiries by detectives led to the identification of a shooter; however, efforts to locate the individual have thus far been unsuccessful. The Abbeville Police Department is seeking assistance in locating Tahj Judge. Information received suggests that Judge is presently not in the area and may be in Mississippi.
Judge currently has active warrants for his arrest that include:
• 4 counts of aggravated criminal damage to property
• 1 count of possession of a firearm in a firearm free zone
• 1 count of illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities
• 2 counts of attempted first-degree murder
All persons pictured are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Ronald Dale Guidry, affectionately known as "Dale," passed away on August 25th, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on December 3, 1943, in Kaplan, Louisiana, Dale was a proud and devoted member of the United States Marine Corps, serving his country with honor.
A man of deep faith, Dale lived a holy life through his commitment to the Catholic Church. His dedication extended to his active participation in the ” Third Order” Lay Carmelites, where he found spiritual fulfillment and community. He was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Mowata, La.
Dale was a true Cajun at heart, with a love for zydeco music and dancing that brought joy to all who knew him. Dale was loved by all that met him and made friends instantly wherever he went.
In his early years, Dale worked as a machinist, a craft he took great pride in. However, it was in his later years that he truly found his calling, dedicating himself entirely to his Catholic faith and the service of God.
Dale was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Paul Otis and Majorie Mary “Margie” Guidry, and his dear son, Job Guidry. Brothers and sisters are Judy Gary, Danny Guidry, Katie Guidry, and Malcolm “Buddy” Guidry. He leaves behind a legacy of love and faith in his five children: Chris Guidry, Marty Guidry, Zeke Guidry, and Elizabeth Therese "Tia" Guidry. Dale was grandfather to his seven grandchildren: Christian, Katie, Mason, Myles, Alex, Braden, and Braxen.
Dale will be remembered for his unwavering faith, his love of family, and his joy for life. His spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on September 14 at St Lawrence Catholic Church in Mowata, La.