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April 6, 2008 ~ April 25, 2024

COW ISLAND — A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at St. Anne Catholic Church honoring the life of Olivia Nichole LeMaire, 16, who died Thursday, April 25, 2024. She was laid to rest at Abshire Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley and Deacon Cody Miller officiating the services.  
Olivia was called to her heavenly home when she was 16 years old. After she was diagnosed with infantile neuroaxonal dystrophy (INAD) as a young child, many people followed her life through “Olivia’s Journey.” Much love and concern was shown to her by the community. Olivia’s family has always been grateful for that support.
Olivia was a “Mama’s Girl.” She and her mother, Leslie, had a close and loving bond. Olivia was very attached to her mother and loved having Leslie hold her, care for her, and soothe her. Olivia was often surrounded by her soft dolls, stuffed animals, and comfy pillows. She liked pretty dresses and bows in her beautiful dark hair, and she liked being pampered with manis, pedis, and facials. On special occasions, she would wear soft makeup and dainty jewelry. Olivia’s face would light up because she knew she looked pretty.
Olivia was also a “Daddy’s Girl.” She would perk up when she heard her Daddy’s voice. They had a special bond, and when he played his guitar and sang for her, Olivia would become joyful with a smile on her face.
When Olivia was younger, she could maneuver herself in her wheelchair. She was a curious little girl and could wheel around to dig in cabinets, drawers, purses, and bags making a huge mess. She enjoyed her princess wand, purses, wallets, baby dolls, and she loved to pretend to cook. Music and Disney princess movies were a huge part of her day as she “sang along.”
As Olivia grew older and her disease progressed, her physical and sensory functions declined. However, she was still aware of many things. She liked her dog and farm animals, especially chicks. She loved the outdoors, using all her senses to take in the beauty of nature.
Hearing men’s voices usually made her smile. She would also smile if someone was being naughty or silly. She was canaille (kah-NIGH) with a silly, childlike mind.
Olivia’s mother shared her faith with her daughter by teaching her about Jesus and heaven. Olivia’s face lit up when someone talked about Jesus or read from the Bible. Our Blessed Mother Mary has played a huge role in carrying the family through “Olivia’s Journey.”
Many people loved and cared for Olivia throughout her life: parents, grandparents, brother, aunts, uncles, cousins, stepfather, caretakers, nurses, religious individuals, extended family, and friends. 
Olivia’s family would like to thank ALL who have followed, prayed, and helped in her care throughout her life, with special thanks to Heart of Hospice, Complete Home Health, L and D Services, and Medical Resources. 
She is survived by her parents, Leslie Hebert (John) of Cow Island, and Mike LeMaire of Kaplan; her sibling, Ethan LeMaire of Kaplan; her maternal grandparents, Bonita Hopkins (Ty) of Kaplan, and Phillip "Butch" Vincent (Melissa) and their son, Connor of Conroe, TX; her paternal grandparents, Wilson "Jr." LeMaire (Linda) of Kaplan; her step-grandparents, Pat Hebert (Melissa) of Cow Island; her aunts, Kayla Fontenot (Jeremy) of Lafayette, Bonnie Schoeffler (Ted) of Lafayette, Donna Broussard (Benji) of Kaplan, and Monica Bourque (Jed) of Youngsville; and her cousins, Mitchell, Cody, Hattie, Grant, Hannah, Noah, John Luke, Mason, Hudson, Camille, Drew, and Blake.
All funeral arrangements were conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.

ERATH – A Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Venola Soirez Bouillion, 87, was held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Fr. Clinton Sensat officiating. Interment followed at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum.
Visitation was held at David Funeral Home of Erath on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 beginning at 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a recitation of the rosary at 7 p.m.. Visitation resumed on Thursday, April 25, 2024 beginning at 8 a.m. until the time of the services.
A native and lifelong resident of Erath, Mrs. Bouillion died at 10:27 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024 at Abbeville General Hospital. Mrs. Venola was a former member of Cajun French Music Association and The Henry Homemakers Club. She enjoyed French music, being with family, and socializing.
She is survived by two sons, Tommy W. Bouillion and his wife Rita of Youngsville and Steve J. Bouillion and his wife Darlene of Hot Spring, AR; two daughters, Cindy Ann Dubois and her husband Randal of Maurice and Tammy E. Moss of Lafayette; seven grandchildren, Brant J. Bouillion, Katie LeBlanc, Blake A. Bouillion, Josh R. Dubois, Tristin M. Bouillion, Zachary M. Moss, and Chelsea E. Guidry; and nine great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death her husband, Alvin J. Bouillion; her parents, Jebert and Elodie Oliva Soirez; a son in law, Mark Moss; two sisters, Edia Touchet and Bertha Primeaux; and one great grandchild.
Serving as pallbearers were members of her family and friends.
You may sign the guest register book and express condolences online at www.davidfuneralhome.org
David Funeral Home of Erath at 209 E. Putnam St. (337) 937-0405 were in charge of the arrangement.