Bernice

Martin

Bernice Matherne Martin passed away peacefully on November 23, 2019 at the age of 95. She was born on August 24, 1924 and was a native and lifelong resident of Paulina, LA. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She treasured her family and friends. Bernice was a devoted Catholic and had an unyielding faith in Christ and was a member of the Catholic Daughters for many years.

She is survived by her brother, Gerner Matherne (Sybil); her children, Carolyn Martin, Barbara Roussel (Ricky), Mark Martin Jr. (Raynette), Ricky Martin (Claire), Wanda Bienvenu (Tommy), Kenny Martin and Sandy Weber (Troy). Her grandchildren; Danielle, Tanya, Darin, Richie, Derek, Marci, Jesse, Zachary, Lee, Daniel, Sully and Paige. Her great-grandchildren; Jason, Kristin, Abigail, Breigh, Taylor, Richard V, Anna, Thomas J., Bryleigh, Emilyn, Thomas C., Gunner, Talon, Kaitlin, Kamrin, Kailey, and Kami and one great-great-grandchild, Boston.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Marc J. Martin Sr.; daughter, Mary Ann Roques; her parents, George and Cecile Matherne and brothers, Percy, Hubert and Bert Matherne. Her grandparents, George and Josephine St. Cyr.

Visitation will be held in her honor on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina, LA from 9:00 AM until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery.

Rose Lynn Funeral Services has been entrusted in handling her arrangements.