Oran Trahan

August 30, 1936 - October 28, 2021

Scott, LA - Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 1, 2021 at a 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne for Oran Trahan, 85, who passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 in Lafayette, LA. Interment will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery #2 in Rayne, LA. Rev. Harold Trahan, brother of Mr. Oran, will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Mr. Trahan enlisted in the United States Army in 1958 and proudly served his country. He was a racehorse trainer for approximately 50 years and a past President of the Louisiana Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Association. He worked tirelessly to help the horsemen of Louisiana. Mr. Oran was a very honorable man and entirely devoted to his family. His Catholic faith was deeply important to him and he was a dedicated peacemaker. He was known for his quick, playful wit and he was a joy to be around. He will always be deeply loved by his family and friends who were truly blessed to have him in the world. Survivors include two daughters, Jody Trahan Kovarik and spouse Tim, and Sherry Trahan both of Lafayette, his sister, Olita Trahan Matthews of Rayne, two brothers, Cleven Trahan and spouse Elaine of Lake Charles, and Fr. Harold Trahan of Lafayette, two beloved grandchildren, Thomas Kovarik and Emily Kovarik. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Trahan, and his parents, Edgar and Nola Trahan. A Rosary will be prayed Sunday, October 31, 2021 at 6:00 pm in Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne, LA. The family requests that visitation be observed in Gossen Funeral Home on Sunday, October 31, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Monday, November 1, 2021 from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. Friends may view the obituary and guestbook online at www.gossenfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, LA, (337) 334-3141.