TERREBONNE PARISH, LA. Wedding Anniversary Announcements from the Houma Courier, May 5, 1950, Friday Submitted by: Cynthia F. Daigle Submitted: September 2012 ========================================================================================= Golden Wedding Celebrated by the Ernest Bonvillains Beginning their Golden Wedding day with a mass for their special intentions at 10 a.m. Sunday April 30, at Holy rosary church, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Bonvillain, aged 69 and 64, respectively, completed the celebration at 3 oÆclock that afternoon with a renewal of their marriage vows at their home on East Park Avenue. The Rev. Anthony Wegmann was the celebrant of the mass and officiated at the home ceremony. The mass was attended by the coupleÆs eight children and their families in a body, namely, six sons, J.C. Irwin, Donald, Hayes, Paul, Ernest, Jr., Reuben, two daughters, Mrs. M.J. LeBoeuf and Mrs. Berwick Breaux, and two grandchildren who reside with them, Betty Ann and Hayes Bonvillain Jr. Thirty-two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren complete the family. For the home ceremony standards of white and gold Easter lilies on either side of a white satin draped stand with a background of palms provided an improvised altar for the renewal of the marriage vows. Approximately 250 guest called during the open house hours, and greetings and floral tributes were received from relatives and friends in New Orleans, Lafourche, Houma and surrounding communities. === Note: A photo of Mr. and Mrs. Bonvillain is available on microfilm at Terrebonne Parish, LA Main Branch Library. Annotation: Ernest Ellis Bonvillain b. 1881 s/o Adam Bonvillain & Emelie Glynn; m. 1900 to Marie Madeleine "Maggie" Pitre b. abt. 1885 d/o Simon Pitre & Louisa Broussard. ========================================================================================= Houma Courier, May 5, 1950, Friday Submitted by: Cynthia F. Daigle Mr. and Mrs. George Chauvin Celebrate Golden Wedding Mr. and Mrs. George Chauvin celebrated their Golden Wedding with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Francis de Sales church, at 6 a.m., April 25. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Schexnayder, celebrant of the Mass, addressed the couple an bestowed his blessing. Attending the early morning Mass were Mr. and Mrs. Chauvin’s eight children, their families and person friends. Gifts, greetings and floral tributes were received at the home throughout the day. Among the many who called to offer their congratulations and felicitations were Sister Lau and Sister Dennis of St. Francis de Sales Academy, and Monsignor Schexnayder. Both Mr. and Mrs. Chauvin are 72 years of age. Their children are A. Burchard, Harold, Wilbert, Earl, Lynn Chauvin, of Houma, Mrs. William Lee Tucker of Cullman, Ala, Mrs. Jack Millet and Mrs. Cleveland Matherne of Houma. There are 21 grandchildren. === Note: A photo of Mr. and Mrs. Chauvin is available on microfilm at Terrebonne Parish, LA Main Branch Library. Annotation: George Chauvin b. 1878 Montegut, LA s/o Albert Chauvin & Aloysia Jones; m. abt. 1900 Cecile Burcard b. abt. 1878 d/o __ Burcard & Adele __. ========================================================================================= Houma Courier, June 13, 1958, Friday Submitted by: Cynthia F. Daigle Mr. and Mrs. Prejean Fete Golden Wedding Anniversary ôTrue love can make even the roughest times a joyö said Father Joseph Bentz, pastor of St. BridgetÆs Catholic Church in Schriever. He was referring to the 50 years of marital bliss of two of his devoted parishioners, Mr. and Mrs. Philabert Prejean of Gray. The highlight of the day long celebration given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Philabert Prejean on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary was the renewal of the solemn nuptial vows which took place in St. BridgetÆs church Sunday at the 11 oÆclock Mass. Throngs of friends and relatives from New Orleans, Donaldsonville, Gonzales and from all surrounding areas jammed the church to witness the moving ceremony. The jubilarians walked down the aisle, beaming with joy, to the prie dieu in the sanctuary where they pronounced those same vows which they had recited some 50 years ago. With the exception of graying hairs and a few wrinkles, one would imagine that nothing else had changed suring the half century period. Certainly one could not help but realize that in all these years the love and devotion which these two held for each other had increased a hundred-fold. For the memorable event the altar was decorated with beautiful arrangements of various types of golden-colored flowers. In the sanctuary stood a meaningful symbol of the most important things which were a result of their years of toil-their children. Seven small candles arranged in circular fashion flickered in the sanctuary depicting each of the seven living children. One candle, trimmed in purple, stood higher than the others and remained unlighted paying tribute to a deceased child. Three grandchildren served as altar boys for the inspiring ceremony. They were: Albert Boudreaux, Jr., Richard Prejean and Barry Prejean. Ushers were two son-in-laws, Albert Boudreaux and George Boudreaux. Devotional hymns, including the ôPanis Angellieusö were sung by soloist Calvin Talbot. He was accompanied by Miss Beverly Olivier at the organ. Perhaps as Mr. and Mrs. Prejean knelt at their pre dieu in the sanctuary they recalled their June wedding in 1908 in St. Joseph Church in Thibodaux. Maybe Mr. Prejean was looking back to when he and his bride elect, Miss Julia Sonier, left her parentsÆs home in Gray in a specially built bridal carriage which took them to the church. But things had changed quite a bit now. Then, they had to leave Gray at 1:30 p.m. to get in Thibodaux in time for the 3:30 p.m. wedding. Today they had left their home at 5 minutes until 11 a.m. to be in church for the 11 oÆclock Mass. Immediately after the church ceremony their many friends and relatives gathered on the spacious grounds of their home under the umbrella of the large pecan trees for a reception given in honor of the golden jubilarians by their children. The tables were decorated with splendid bouquets of golden gladioli and daisies. There was an abundance of delicious sandwiches and the tables were lined with numerous homemade cakes of all types. The two-tiered anniversary cake trimmed with golden color icing stood alone on a separate table which was bordered with green ferns. Old fashioned music was in the air with an ensemble of a accordion and drums rendering some melodies which were popular back in the old days. In the fifty years of married life the Prejeans experienced many trials and hardships. During the depression years, Mr. Jean had to work hard to make ends meet in order to support his family of eight. It was in reference to these hard times that Father Bentz said ôTrue love can make even the roughest times a joyö. Now the Prejean children are all married. One, Mrs. Anna Mae Hidalgo, is deceased. The seven married living children are: Leon, Henry, Herbert, Mrs. Bessie Melancon, Mrs. Thelma Boudreaux, Mrs. Vivian LeBouef and Mrs. Euphemie Authement. They have 21 grandchildren. All their grandchildren were present for the celebration except one who is stationed in Germany. A retired farmer, Mr. Prejean could not break all together from his farming chores. He and his wife are proud of their fine flock of chickens which has proven to be a profitable pastime. The Prejeans are both blessed with good health. HeÆs 72 and she, 68. Their hospitality and good heartedness make them well-liked by all who know them. It is hoped that they will remain with us for many years to come. Truly, everyone can learn a lesson from the Prejeans. Certainly they have found the secret to a happy and successful married life. In this age when divorce and broken homes are so prevalent they have achieved a goal which all married couples should strive for fifty years of marital bliss. === Note: A photo of Mr. and Mrs. Prejean is available on microfilm at Terrebonne Parish, LA Main Branch Library. Annotation: Philbert Prejean s/o Leony Prejean & Euphemie Hidalgo; m. Julia Eve Sonier d/o Alcide Sonier & Elizabeth Crochet ========================================================================================= Houma Courier, May 27, 1960, Friday Page 12, Section 4 Submitted by: Cynthia F. Daigle Mr. and Mrs. Fanguy Observe 59th Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Albert T. Fanguy, will quietly observe their Fifty-ninth Wedding Anniversary, with their immediate family, Friday, May 27, at the Fanguy home, 639 East Park Ave. Both Mr. and Mrs. Fanguy are eighty-four years of age, are both active and enjoy the best of health. Ten children were born to the couple, seven of whom survive. Those who will help them commemorate the happy occasion will be their six daughters and one son along with their respective families. They include, Mrs. Alvin White and husband and son; Alvon Fanguy and Mrs. Fanguy, New Orleans; Mrs. Sebert Haymes and husband and children; Mrs. Butley Mahler, Sr., husband and children, except Sgt. Butley Mahler, Jr., who is in Korea; Mrs. Lloyd Autin, husband and family; and Mrs. Jack Langford, husband and family. The FanguyÆs have twelve grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Also present for the day will be Mrs. FanguyÆs sister Mrs. Lydia Rideau of New Orleans. Mrs. Rideau is ninety-two years young and enjoys good health. Both Mr. and Mrs. Fanguy can look back over fifty-nine years together and many friends join with the family in good wishes on this auspicious occasion. === Note: A photo of Mr. and Mrs. Fanguy is available on microfilm at Terrebonne Parish, LA Main Branch Library. Annotation: Albert Fanguy b. abt. 1877 s/o Lafayette Fanguy & Bridgette Parr; m. 1901 to Alida Naquin b. abt. 1874 d/o Joseph Emile Naquin and Azema Marie Boudreaux =========================================================================================