The LeBlanc Volunteer Fire Department got the new truck in last week.
The department utilized an old bread truck since the mid 1990s.
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Born Feb. 12, 1941- May 1, 2018
Juliette passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Juliette was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, entertaining with her kids and grand kids and listening to her French music.
Juliette is survived by her husband of 57 years, Glenn S. Sagrera; four children Shanna S. Vaughan (Chad Vaughan), Mia S. Broussard (Dwaine Broussard), Tricia S. Reece (Shane Reece) and Anthony S. Sagrera (Lisa Sagrera); seven grandchildren Trent Winch, Jon-Ross Winch, Brooke Winch, Tristan Suire, Bethany Barras, Tyler Broussard and Collin Sagrera; five great grandchildren, Drew Winch, Karli Broussard, Liam Barras, Leighton Barras and Cole Strother; her sister Judy Goutierrez, Sandra Flory, and her brother Raymond Flory Jr., her grandson’s wife Amanda Winch and Nora Lynch. Juliette’s grandchildren and great grand children were the apples of her eyes.
Juliette was proceeded in death by her mother and father Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Flory Sr.; brother Eugene F. Flory and her nephew Donald J. Flory.
Share your condolences, words of comfort and send memorial gifts to the family of Juliette Sagrera by visiting www.lafuneralservices.com
Juliette Sagrera and her family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory of Broussard (337) 330-8006.
October 31, 1930 ~ May 6, 2018
ABBEVILLE—Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Wiltz Joseph LeBouef Jr., 87, who died Sunday, May 6, 2018 at Abbeville General Hospital. He will be laid to rest at St, Paul Cemetery with Reverend Louis Richard officiating the services.
He was a loving husband, father and “Pop”. He will be missed for his sense of humor and quick wit. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force who served his country proudly.
“Sonny” is survived by his wife of 64 years, Veltie Prejean LeBouef; two sons, Michael (Theresa) LeBouef, and Steven LeBouef; one daughter, Dina (Tommy) LeBlanc; six grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and two brothers, Kenneth LeBouef and Frank LeBouef.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wiltz LeBouef, Sr. and the former Goldie McEvers.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 300 Pere Megret St., on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 9:00 AM until time of services. A rosary being prayed at 10:15 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.
Funeral services for Victoria Bernard Bourque, 95, will be held Wednesday May 9, 2018 at 10:00 AM in David Funeral Home, with Deacon Keith Duhon of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton officiating.
Visitation will be held Tuesday May 8, 2018 from 4:30 PM until 7:00 PM with a Rosary recited at 6:00 PM and will continue from 8:00 AM until time of services. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Milton.
A lifelong resident of Youngsville, currently living with her daughter in Bossier City. Mrs. Bourque passed away at a Riverview Care Center in Bossier City LA Saturday May 5, 2018. She will be remembered for her love of the outdoors, animal, especially her cows. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all.
Mrs. Bourque is survived by her daughter Jane and her husband Marvin Tidwell, of Bossier City; her siblings Gilbert Bernard, Mary Lou Romero, Cecile Romero all of New Iberia and Earline Denais of Maurice; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Evariste Bourque; her daughter Mary Ann Mire; her parents Leopaul and Ada Reaux Bernard, four brothers Albert, Paul, Leo, and Hypolite Bernard; and her sister Mae Blanchard.
Serving as pallbearers will be Ken and Tony Mire, Mike Zeda, Timmy Denais, Leland Snell.
Honorary pallbearers will be Eugene Mire, Terry DeMoss, and Marvin Tidwell.
Condolences may be sent to the Bourque family at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home 316 Youngsville Hwy 337-837-9887 is in charge of arrangements.
American Legion Commander Ted Cope (r) congratulates Firefighter of the Year Cory Frith.
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Virgie LeMaire and Commander Ted Cope.
Citizens of the Year Drs. Jack and Pat Gupta and Commander Ted Cope
The LeJeune-Boudreaux American Legion Post 271 in Kaplan held its 72nd birthday party on March 28th.
The Legion uses this opportunity to recognize outstanding people in the community. This year’s honorees were Firefighter- Cory Frith, Law Enforcement Officer- Virgie Lemaire, and Citizens of the Year- Drs. Jagdish and Padmini Gupta.
Fire Chief Jacob Matthews introduced Cory Frith.
Cory has been a firefighter for five years and during that time has served honorably. He assists others and serves as a shining example to newer colleagues. It is obvious that he loves what he is doing although it takes time away from his wife Shannon and his family. That Cory has the support of his family is quite evident as his wife, parents and grandparents were all there to be with him.
Assistant Police Chief Virgie Lemaire has been in law enforcement for 38 years. She started as a reserve officer with the Kaplan Police Department and rose through the ranks.
She was born and raised in Kaplan and raised three sons- Larry, Scott, and Josh. In 2010 she became assistant chief, the position she holds today. Her sense of humor, competency and integrity have been steadying influences in times of emergency. She is widely respected by other officers in her department even though some of them say she was patrolling “when dinosaurs roamed the world and Moses was her partner.
Protecting the community is always an honor to her and she serves Kaplan proudly. For all of these reasons our Law Enforcement Officer of the Year is Assistant Chief Virgie Lemaire.
There is no separating the team of Jack and Pat Gupta so our Citizen of the Year Award is a tie. Dr. Jagdish “Jack” and Dr. Padmini “Pat” Gupta came to Kaplan by way of New York. While both were born in India, they met in Nigeria where they were on the staff of the University of Nigeria. They married in 1975. Because of political unrest they moved to New York.
In 1981, Drs. Nunez and Manuel were looking for a partner and reached out to the Guptas. They settled in Kaplan and raised two children – Prashant and Sonja.
These are few aspects of our community life where they have not been instrumental. Dr. Pat had given of her time to help students in our schools and children and parents in our community. Her patients and their families call her the sweet lady and “Mother Theresa” of Vermilion Parish.
Dr. Jack calls himself a “transplanted Cajun” and loves the people, culture and food of Acadian. The couple supports many charitable causes and are always willing to help.
Also joining Post 271 to help celebrate was Gerald Theriot. Gerald is currently Third District Vice Commander and Chaplain. He has served as National Chaplain, a distinct honor.
He delivered the Legion’s National Birthday Proclamation. Chaplain Theriot was accompanied by his wif,e Ethel, who serves the Auxiliary as National Executive Committeewoman.
Also joining the event were Rickey Griffin, Department Commander’s Aide; David Touchet, Third District Commander; Jack Croker, past Third District Commander; Celia Langlinais, Third District Auxiliary DEC; Winnie Broussard, Past Department President; and Corinna Stelly, Unit 271 President.
LeJeune-Boudreaux Post 271 in Kaplan is pleased that over 80 members and guests helped them honor our hard working award recipients and celebrate its birthday.
The Post’s current projects include interviewing and sponsoring Boys’ State applicants, some post home renovations, preparing for Memorial Day and bingo every Thursday.
Anyone interested in joining or with questions about programs can call 643-7991 or Tony Betts at 652-5072.
It also celebrated the 99th birthday of the American Legion National Organization. The American Legion was founded in Paris France in March of 1919 after World War I.
By the end of the first year it had more than 843,000 dues paying members. It had grown to be the largest and most powerful veterans’ organization in America because of the four pillars of its foundation.
These are care of veterans, strong national defense, Americanism, and wholesome development of youth. The American Legion offers its members an opportunity to continue to serve their country long after they hang up their military uniforms.
Kade Leighton Duhon
A son, Kade Leighton Duhon, was born April 23, 2018 at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Duhon of Kaplan.
The mother is the former Alerie’ Broussard.
Cullan Adam Bodin
A son, Cullan Adam Bodin, was born April 25, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Susan Garner and Jason Bodin of Abbeville.
Rosalina Mae Breaux
A daughter, Rosalina Mae Breaux, was born April 21, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Angelina Fallin and Lucas Breaux of Carencro.
Hayden Andre Thibeaux
A son, Hayden Andre Thibeaux, was born April 22, 2018 at Women’s and Children’s to Cheyenne Roberts and John Thibeaux, Jr. of Abbeville.
Caysen Da’Rail Campbell
A son, Caysen Da’Rail Campbell, was born April 19, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Travelle Joiner and Christopher Campbell of Abbeville.
Cullen Michael Arceneaux
A son, Cullen Michael Arceneaux, was born April 18, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Jennifer Ritchie and Rickey Arceneaux, Jr. of Branch.
Makenli Grayce Matte
A daughter, Makenli Grayce Matte, was born April 16, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Alayni Reed and Trey Matte of Branch.
Tay’yon Celine Ashley
A daughter, Tay’yon Celine Ashley, was born April 12, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Tyra Ashley of Abbeville.
Myles
Alexander Broussard
A son, Myles Alexander Broussard, was born April 4, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Mr. and Mrs. Travis Broussard of Abbeville.
Mrs. Broussard is the former Brandy LeJeune.
Samuel
Augustus Clark
A son, Samuel Augustus Clark, was born April 11, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Morgan Harrington and Alexander Clark of Abbeville.
Avery Christina Meaux
A daughter, Avery Christina Meaux, was born April 9, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Kyla Martin and Jamin Meaux of Gueydan.
Easton Joseph Curtis
A son, Easton Joseph Curtis, was born April 9, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Dayna Hebert and Jamie Curtis of Jeanerette.
Gracie Faith Menard
A daughter, Gracie Faith Menard, was born April 8, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Christie Richard and Blake Menard of Kaplan.
Kynlee Elise Keelen
A daughter, Kynlee Elise Keelen, was born April 8, 2018, at Women’s and Children’s to Breonna Mouton and Gerard Keelen of Kaplan.
Elvina Campbell of Abbeville, recently celebrated her 98th birthday with family. She was married to the late Milton Campbell. She has five children, the late Milton Campbell, Delores Meaux, Gail Collins, Chris Campbell and Larry Campbell; 16 grandchildren; 37 great-grand grandchildren and 44 great-great grandchildren.
Kristen Joy Richardson and Allen Keith Carpenter
David and Karen Richardson of Kaplan, Louisiana are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristen Joy Richardson to Allen Keith Carpenter, son of Karl and Terri Carpenter of Pineville, Louisiana.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Glenn and Lydia “Dee” Richardson of Abbeville, Louisiana; Wallace Broussard of Abbeville, Louisiana; and the late. Cynthia Broussard of Lincoln, Nebraska.
She is a 2009 graduate of North Vermilion High School, a 2014 graduate of Northwestern State University, and a 2017 graduate of LSU Law School. She is currently employed as an Assistant Public Defender for East Baton Rouge Office of Public Defenders.
The groom is the grandson of the late Thomas and Marty Carpenter of San Antonio, Texas and the late John ‘J.P.’ Rudd and Barbara Rudd of Pineville, Louisiana.
He is a 2008 graduate of Pineville High School, a 2014 graduate of Northwestern State University and a 2017 graduate of Louisiana State University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts in Brass Performance degree.
The couple will exchange vows on May 26, 2018 at Rip Van Winkle Gardens in New Iberia with a reception to follow.
DELCAMBRE — At 8:22 p.m. Thursday nightm the Delcambre Police received a report of a shooting at the Wizard Car Wash located on La. Hwy. 14 in the town limits.
Upon arrival, officers located a white male victim who had been shot multiple times. This subject was treated at the scene by Delcambre Fire First Responders and Acadian Ambulance personnel, and then transported to Lafayette General Medical Center for further treatment.
This subject has been admitted into ICU with non-life threatening injuries and in stable condition according to Lafayette General staff.
After obtaining video from the car wash, officers are attempting to identify two males and a female who are seen on video.
Officers believe this incident is the result of a drug deal gone bad, as officers have recovered a large amount of what is believed to be crystal methamphetamines and marijuana at the scene of the shooting.
Delcambre Police are asking for anyone with any information on this shooting to call the Delcambre Police at 337-685-4404.
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