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Clarence Berteau Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 26 to Mar. 29, 2014.

Clarence passed from this life to eternal life at his residence in Gonzales on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at the age of 86 years, 7 months, & 14 days old. Born on August 12, 1927 in Gonzales, LA to Loney and Lucien Berteau. While in the U.S. Navy, he was a Hospital Corpsman 3rd class and a Veteran of WWII and Korean Conflict. He was survived by his wife Faye Catherine Marchand Berteau; 3 daughters and sons in law: Suzanne Berteau Hamilton and Mark, Charla Berteau, Annette Berteau Dupre' and Chris; 2 sons and daughter in law: Jeffrey Paul Berteau and Sherian, David Berteau; sister: Bettie Berteau Carmody; brothers: Lucien J. "Jay" Berteau Jr., James "Jim" Berteau; 8 grandchildren: Patrick Berteau, Benjamin Berteau, Katy Berteau, Zack Dupre', Courtney Dupre', Stephen Dupre', Renee Berteau Smith, Lisa Berteau Smith. Preceded in death by his mother and father: Loney Gautreau Berteau and Lucien James Berteau; 2 brothers: Clyde Berteau, Tommy Berteau; sister: Jewel Berteau Banning. Visitation will be held at St. Theresa of Avila on Saturday, March 29, 2014 from 8:00am until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am officiated by Father Matt Dupre. Burial to follow at Hope Haven Garden of Memory, Gonzales. Pallbearers: Zachary Dupre (grandson), Patrick Berteau (grandson), Courtney Dupre '(granddaughter), Stephen Dupre (grandson), Katy Berteau (granddaughter), Renee Berteau Smith (granddaughter), Lisa Berteau Smith (granddaughter), Chris Dupre' (son in law), Mark Hamilton (son in law). Honorary Pallbearers: Benjamin Berteau (grandson), Alex Bates (great nephew), Tim Smith (former son in law). Clarence had a Pharmacy Degree and was the Owner/Pharmacist of Berteau's Pharmacy and M&B Shoe Store, both in Gonzales. The Family would like to give a special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Ochsner's Hospital, Sage Rehab, and St. Joseph Hospice for their wonderful care. Please visit oursofh.com to offer condolences to the family.

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April 22, 2014

My father, Joseph Verlin Duplesis, always spoke so highly of his school friend, Mr. Clarence. I knew him through my parents and his goodness to so many each day in the Gonzales community. Sincere condolences.

Brenda Duplessis RIchier (Centennial, CO)
Verlin and Billy Duplessis (Gonzales, LA)

April 2, 2014

Sandy Scallan

Charla,
Although I only met your dad a couple of times while we were finding your new home in Gonzales, I see how proud you are to be part of his loving family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Please let me know if I can do anything to help ya''ll.
Sandy Scallan

March 30, 2014

Austin Coleman

Although we only met a few times it was easy to tell that Clarence was a good man. He was the grandfather to some of my best friends and if it were not for him i would not have been able to create and cherish those friendships. I thank him for that and I send all of my love and condolences to his wife and the rest of the Berteau family.

March 29, 2014

Jack Gaudin

Our sincere condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. B. was a special man that I admired and respected.
Jack and Celia Gaudin

March 29, 2014

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Jay & Ronna Kennedy

March 28, 2014

Lionel Porta Jr

I remember as a young boy how much Clarence helped my parents. Such a kind and wonderful human being who created a lasting impression on me

March 28, 2014

Gloria Frederic Guedry

My deepest sympathy goes out to you, Faye and all of your family. I worked in Berteau's Pharmacy when I was a teenager and have many fond memories of Clarence. He touched many lives and will be missed by all.

March 28, 2014

Lloyd.& Sharon Hebert

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers to all of the family.

March 27, 2014

Sorry to hear of Clarence' passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

March 27, 2014

Sorry to hear about Clarence's passing.Will pray for the family.

March 27, 2014

Carla Vicknair-Clark

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Annette, and your family. Your dad was a wonderful man and he will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know him and loved him. His kindness and humor are what I will cherish most about him. My heart goes out to you and yours during this sorrowful time.

March 27, 2014

Lori Gremillion- DeLaune

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 27, 2014

Mary Denoux- Babin

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

March 27, 2014

From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

March 26, 2014

BarBara Melancon

To The Berteau Family,
Our sympathy and prayers to all of you during this sad time in your life. We had some wonderful memories of Mr. Clarence when we were younger and went to his drug store with our parents and how nice he was to all of us. May he rest in peace.
The Hebert's
Gary & Glenda, Mike & Joell, BarBara H. Melancon and Pookie H. & Woody Lambert

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