Jan Smith, former Evangeline Parish Library Director, has passed away.

The Library mourns the death of Janice “Jan” Smith, who directed the Evangeline Parish Library for five years during the 1990’s and was instrumental in the founding of the Chataignier Branch.  She died Monday Dec. 10 at the age of 67.  Arrangements are through Sibille Funeral Home in Opelousas, and her obituary is available on their webpage. 

The Library Board and staff extend their deepest sympathy to Jan’s family and friends.