Discover Your Acadian & Cajun Family Heritage
Welcome to the official home of Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur family association. Explore decades of genealogical research, historical documents, and stories of Acadian families from before Le Grand Dérangement to present day Louisiana.
Explore the Family Association →Your Gateway to Acadian and Cajun Genealogy
Guédry.org is the central hub for descendants and researchers of the Guédry, Petitpas, Labine, Butaud, and Clotiaux families. Whether you're tracing your Acadian roots back to 17th-century Canada or exploring Cajun family lines in Louisiana, our comprehensive genealogical databases and historical resources provide the tools you need.
The Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur family association preserves the living history of Claude Guédry and Marguerite Petitpas's descendants — Acadian families who survived Le Grand Dérangement (The Great Upheaval of 1755) and helped shape Cajun culture in Louisiana. These resources represent decades of dedicated research and scholarship.
Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur Family Association
Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur
The official 501(c)(3) nonprofit family association for Acadian and Cajun descendants of Claude Guédry and Marguerite Petitpas. Discover a rich collection of genealogical resources, historical documents, family stories, research archives, and over 20 years of seasonal newsletters. Learn about our family reunions, connect with distant cousins, and explore the complete history from pre-1755 Acadia through Le Grand Dérangement to modern-day Louisiana.
Comprehensive Genealogical Databases
Search thousands of family records across multiple genealogical databases maintained by our research team. Each database provides searchable family web cards, person sheets, and detailed lineage documentation.
Guédry-Labine Database
The primary research database for Guédry and Labine family genealogy. Maintained by Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur, this searchable database contains comprehensive family web cards and person sheets documenting thousands of descendants from Acadian origins to present day. Essential resource for anyone researching Guédry or Labine ancestry.
Butaud Genealogical Database
Comprehensive genealogy and history of the Butaud family in south Louisiana and southeast Texas. Trace descendants of Alexis Butaud and explore related branches of the Butaud and Buteau families. Includes migration patterns, historical records, and family connections.
Clotiaux Genealogical Database
Explore the Clotiaux and Clothiaux families in Louisiana. Research begins with François Mathurin Clotiaux and traces migration patterns from France to Lafayette and Vermilion parishes of Louisiana. Complete genealogical records document multiple generations of this Louisiana French family.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur?
Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit family association dedicated to preserving the history and genealogy of the Acadian and Cajun descendants of Claude Guédry and Marguerite Petitpas. The association maintains genealogical databases, historical documents, newsletters spanning over 20 years, and organizes family reunions.
How do I research my Guédry or Petitpas ancestry?
Start by visiting the Guédry Family Association for historical resources and research guidance. Then explore the Guédry-Labine Genealogical Database for searchable family web cards and person sheets documenting thousands of descendants.
What is Le Grand Dérangement?
Le Grand Dérangement (The Great Upheaval) in 1755 was the forced deportation of Acadians by the British from their lands in present-day Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Many Guédry and Petitpas families were affected, eventually settling all over the world, including in Louisiana where they became integral to the development of Cajun culture and identity.
Can I join the family association?
Yes! Visit guedryfamily.guedry.org to learn about membership, access extensive resources, receive seasonal newsletters, and connect with other descendants of Claude Guédry and Marguerite Petitpas.
Who maintains these genealogical resources?
Dr. R. Martin "Marty" Guidry serves as president of Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur and is the principal curator of these genealogical resources. A retired research chemist from DuPont and retired USAF Lt. Colonel, Marty Guidry has dedicated over 40 years to studying Acadian genealogy and history. He maintains comprehensive genealogical databases, organizes family reunions across North America, and serves as the principal author and researcher for the association's newsletter "Generations." Marty Guidry is also past-president of the Acadian Memorial Foundation Board in St. Martinville, Louisiana, and was inducted into the Living Legends of Louisiana in 2014 for his leadership in Cajun genealogy studies. His expertise in Acadian history spans from the early 1600s to present day, using original civil and ecclesiastical records to help families discover their roots. To learn more about Marty Guidry and the full Les Guédry et Petitpas d'Asteur leadership team, visit the association's contact page.
Are these databases free to use?
Yes, all genealogical databases are freely accessible for family research. These resources are maintained by dedicated genealogists and volunteers committed to preserving Acadian and Cajun family history for future generations.