Martha Chapron Boudreaux

1916 - 2017

Martha Chapron Boudreaux obituary, 1916-2017, Baldwin, LA

BORN

1916

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Ibert's Mortuary - Franklin

1007 Main St.

Franklin, Louisiana

Martha Boudreaux Obituary

Martha Chapron Boudreaux, wife of B. Edward Boudreaux, passed away on the morning of Thursday, January 05, 2017. She had reached the age of 100 years on December 26, 2016. She was a graduate of Northwestern Louisiana University, and of University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She was a teacher of young children for most of her professional life. She taught at Berwick Elementary School, Baldwin Elementary School and served as librarian at Charenton and Baldwin Elementary Schools, as well as at Hanson Memorial High School. In her professional capacities she touched the lives of numerous children. She was an avid reader, and also an author of a book about the history of Baldwin, titled Baldwin, published in 2001. She thoroughly enjoyed traveling abroad having visited every country in Western Europe and all but one country in Eastern Europe, as well as Russia. She had visited Mexico on several occasions. When traveling abroad became too difficult she began to tour the United States, and also took several cruises. Her curiosity was enormous, and she did all that she could to satisfy that curiosity through reading and traveling. She loved to be around people, especially during holidays, when she had every one of her family members around her. She was affectionately referred to by her numerous friends as Miss Martha because of the kindness and friendship she showered upon all with whom she came in contact. She was affectionately known as "Mamere" by her grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as all of their friends. She was an excellent listener and one who would never fail to hold up her end of a conversation. She was also a very good cook, an attribute to which her entire family attested, especially at holidays when she prepared huge amounts of sumptuous dishes. She was a tireless worker for her church and received the Bishop's Service Award in 2006. She and her husband, B. Edward Boudreaux who served as Superintendent of the St. Mary Parish School System for 25 years, who died in 1988, were married for 52 years. Her parents, Joseph H. Chapron and Delia Melancon Chapron died in 1944 and 1959, respectively. Her siblings, Yvonne Chapron Prevost, wife of Gaston Prevost, Yvette Chapron Dry, wife of J. C. Dry, and Leroy Chapron, predeceased her. She is survived by her daughter, Martha D. Battaglio, wife of Randy P. Battaglio, and her three sons, Bernard E. Boudreaux, Jr., husband of Dr. Sally Clausen Boudreaux, Chapron Boudreaux and Philip H. Boudreaux, husband of Robyn Haydel Boudreaux. She is also survived by ten grandchildren, Cynthia Cadle, wife of Rick Cadle, Jennifer Snellgrove, wife of Gary Snellgrove Jr., Trey Boudreaux, husband of Janet Dupre Boudreaux, Tiffany Boudreaux, Chadon Boudreaux, Dr. Paul Battaglio, husband of Leah Brown Battaglio, Marti Pourciau, wife of Derek Pourciau, Erin Biddick, wife of Jeremy Biddick, Joey Battaglio, Philip Boudreaux Jr., and Margaret Chastant, wife of Ryan Chastant, MD; thirteen great grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Lettie Arboneaux Chapron. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 9, 2017 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church of Baldwin. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a Holy Mass of Christian burial at 12:00 p.m. She will be laid to rest in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Officiating the services will be Father Cedric Sonnier. Serving as pallbearers will be Bernard E. Boudreaux Jr., Philip Boudreaux, Randy Battaglio, Bernard E. "Trey" Boudreaux III, Dr. Paul Battaglio, and Philip Boudreaux Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Joey Battaglio, Derek Pourciau, Jeremy Biddick, Ryan Chastant, Rick Cadle, and Gary Snellgrove Jr. Family and friends may view the obituary and express their condolences online by visiting www.iberts.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc., 1007 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538, (337) 828-5426.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 6 to Jan. 9, 2017.
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Ms. Martha leaves many wonderful memories in my mind. I was a student at Charenton Elementary. She was the librarian who brought many stories alive to us children. In later years she was a resource to me when I managed the Baldwin Library . She was always just a phone call away when I had a question. My deepest sympathy for the family.

Connie Viguerie Durocher

Friend

January 19, 2017

What a wonderful person to have known! Always a smile on her face and a kind word to be said, Your family is in our prayers. I have to share this, Mrs. Martha's birthday is the date my father passed away and she passed away on his birthday. Peace to you all knowing she is truly at Peace with our Lord.

Steve Landry, Retired Postmaster - Baldwin La.

Friend

January 12, 2017

Ms Martha was a beautiful lady and lived a beautiful, full life. We send our sincerest sympathy to all the family,

Veeder and Ed Bell

Friend

January 10, 2017

What a beautiful and graceful lady! So full of knowledge and eager to share it with everyone. My condolences to the family. Ms. Martha will be missed by all.

Denise Champagne

Friend

January 10, 2017

We very sad to hear about your loss Jeremiah 29. 11 & 12.

v.

January 9, 2017

Solid pillar of the community that will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences to her family. A woman that was full of love for everyone. Our neighbor and friend of the family will be missed by so many.

Clarence Vappie

Neighbor

January 9, 2017

What a loss of a gracious and charming lady. I was always glad to see her sitting in the front pew when I went to Baldwin to Mass as I knew I would enjoy so
much being able to talk to her. Please know she, as well a all of you will be in my prayers. My love to you all.

Phyllis Fairchild

Phyllis Fairchild

Friend

January 9, 2017

Our prayers and thoughts are with you in remembering and appreciating the great gift that Miss Martha was to so many people. May her loving expand and grow forever.

Patouit Burns

Friend

January 9, 2017

It was an honor and privlage to know Ms. Martha she was always smiling and never had a harsh word to say about anyone. Baldwin has lost another history book I enjoyed some of the stories she told me about this town. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Ms. Martha may you rest in peace (Job Well Done) Retired Chief Gerald Minor

Gerald Minor

Family Friend

January 9, 2017

I will make every effort to be with you for the funeral Mass. Weather permit.

Jimmy Barrilleaux

Family Friend

January 8, 2017

She was truly a great woman. Remember her as my 1st grade teacher. My sincere condolences. May she Rest In Peace.

Kay Boudreaux

Student

January 8, 2017

Dear family I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your love one May you find comfort in

January 8, 2017

The world has lost a truly wonderful lady. A lady in every aspect of the word.

I was privileged to know Ms. Martha for years & can attest to her superior intelligence, kindness, friendliness & many other desirable attributes.
As all who knew this superior lady , I can attest to her deep religious faith and
Christian charity. My deep condolences to every member of her immediate and
extended family. I was also privileged to know Mr. "Buster" as we worked together for a brief period of time at Commercial Bank after his retirement from his lengthy career in education with the St. Mary Parish school system. Both are a great loss to the educational, religious & social fabric of St. Mary Parish. I am
in declining physical health & am not physically able to attend the services so I
hope I may be forgiven for not being in attendance. Most sincerely,

Leonard L. Battaglia

LEONARD BATTAGLIA

Friend

January 7, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Boudreaux family and friends. May God who provides all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4

January 7, 2017

a remarkable woman with such a rich and complete life, who obviously gave and accomplished much, we extend condolences on her passing. Didn't know her personally but getting to know her son Bernie speaks volumes on her qualities. May she rest in peace & stay in the memories of those she loved and came to love her. Bob & Virginia

bob & virginia brumberger

Family Friend

January 7, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14 Sincerely. L Ohio

January 7, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

KELLEY

January 7, 2017

Bernie, Chap, Dee, Phil,
Your Dear Mother was a life long friend of our family. Ms. Martha and Mama shared the same birthdate. She was a joy to know. Ms. Martha and I would sit and talk about the good time that she and mama's family had growing up in Baldwin. When Ms. Martha decided to write a book on "Baldwin" she called me and asked if I would help her. I was thrilled to be able to help her. We would sit for hours telling old stories about Baldwin. She asked if I had any old photographs of Baldwin that she could use. I had a few as time went on the collection of old Baldwin pictures came up. When to book came back published Ms. Martha was so excited. I was just as excited as she was, Baldwin has a history book to be passed on for generations. Thanks to Ms. Martha for seeing that it was published. Ms. Martha will be missed by Baldwin and the surrounding area. She touched so many lives in a positive way. I know I was deeply touched by her influence in my life! Thank you Ms. Martha ! Rest in Peace!

Perry Lowery

Friend

January 6, 2017

So sorry to hear of Miss Martha passing. She was a wonderful teacher and a great person to have known. Loved Miss Martha and I really missed our talks we had at Breauxs. I am praying for the family's comfort.

Kim Hidalgo

Friend

January 6, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Martha was an awesome person. She will be missed by all who knew her. What an amazing life she had.
Alma Jean and PETE Firmin

Alma Firmin

Friend

January 6, 2017

WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MRS. MARTHA WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.

YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. NOW, SHE IS IN HEAVEN WITH JESUS.

GOD BLESS.......CHARLES AND CONNIE PICHOFF

CHARLES AND CONNIE PICHOFF

Friend

January 6, 2017

Rest in peace, dear Mrs. Martha. You left an indelible mark on me when I entered your classroom at Baldwin Elementary, 1962, I believe. I still possess and cherish the Valentines from that year, as well as the birthday drawings each of my classmates made for me - as was done for every student in your class. I still have every single one, including Philip's drawing. And that is how meaningful those nine or so months in your classroom were to me.

Mary Auenson

Student

January 6, 2017

a loved one

January 6, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and I pray for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Sadie Thibodeaux

January 6, 2017

May you Rest in Peace. Many good memories of you and your wonderful family will live forever in my heart and in the hearts of others. (You were a great teacher and a super student.)

Diane Bodin (Calamari)

Family Friend

January 6, 2017

I will never forget Ms. Boudreaux, my 4th grade teacher. Ms. Boudreaux lived next door to my grandmother. What wonderful memories of Ms. Boudreaux that I have as both my teacher and friend. She was such a positive influence on my life, and helped to lay the foundation of my education. She instilled my desire to work in the educational profession. Although I worked in the private sector after graduation for many years, my true desire was to work the educational system where I could have a positive impact on the students. I am now blessed to be working in the educational system with her niece. Thank you, Ms. Boudreaux. You will be greatly missed not only by your family, but by every student whose life you have touched.

Leslie Parro-Sisk

Student

January 6, 2017

I am so sorry to learn of Miss Martha's passing. She was a good Catholic Daughter friend. What a wonderful life she was blessed with. Hold on to your memories and they will be a sores of joy for all her family. May Almighty God in His compassion be with you at this sad time.

Cora Bouton

Friend

January 6, 2017

MARTHA and family,
So sorry to learn of your mothers passing.
May she Rest In Peace.

Carole (VERRET) JONES

Friend

January 6, 2017

What a thoughtful, courteous, polite lady. She contributed a lot, and she will be remembered by thousands. I know her family members are proud.

Johnny Boudreaux

Acquaintance

January 6, 2017

So sorry for your loss Mr. Bernard E. Boudreaux , Jr. May she rest in peace

Debbie Rink

Family Friend

January 6, 2017

To all of the family-

MISS MARTHA CAN BE SUMMONED UP IN THREE WORDSL

SHE WAS AWESOME

MAY SHE REST IN PEACE

Thor Frederick

Thor Frederick

Friend

January 6, 2017

Dee, Randy and family,

Was so sorry to hear of Miss Martha's passing. She touched so many lives in her time here on earth. She was one of God's special angels. I was delighted to know her and had to pleasure of singing Christmas Carols at her home with the choir from the Church of Assumption. I know she will be missed by all who knew her. Keeping you all in prayer.

Peggy Landry

Friend

January 6, 2017

Deepest condolences for your family's loss

Denise and Robbie Broussard

Family Friend

January 6, 2017

a loved one

January 6, 2017

Jennifer Marusak

January 5, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of Ms. Martha's death. She was a most wonderful person. I loved to talk to her. She was a very important part of our community, giving of herself and her time unselfishly. I know she will be missed by all who knew her. Our condolences to the family. May she rest in peace. Love and hugs, Jules & Janet Hebert

Jules & Janet Hebert

Friend

January 6, 2017

So sorry to here of Ms. Martha's passing. She was a very dear lady and will be missed by many. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers.

Monty and Mary Verret

Monty and Mary Verret

Acquaintance

January 5, 2017

When I heard the news I sobbed. Truly one of the kindest and most gracious souls on the planet. So many of us "Baldwin children" were blessed to know her. She was such a wonderful person and a positive role model for all of us, but especially to young women. Mrs. Martha was grace, elegance, and strength. I felt so honored to be mentioned in her book--she, along with Mrs. Lillian, Mrs. Melba, and Mrs. Yvette were all my heroes. They taught me what teaching and fostering learning was all about. GOD BLESS HER BEAUTIFUL SOUL. Prayers and condolences to all of her family. I know you all have countless wonderful memories to share. Stay strong as she would have wanted. God bless you all.

Helen Hebert-Zupancic

Student

January 5, 2017

To the Boudreaux Family: So sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Keeping her and the family in our thoughts and prayers.

Floyd and Charlene LeBlanc

Friend

January 5, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences and prayers to the family during this difficult time. May Ms. Martha rest in God's eternal peace and may our Lord Jesus Christ console your hearts as only He can.

the staff of Ibert's Mortuary

January 5, 2017

My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Boudreaux family
Dianne LeBlanc
Secretary at B. Edward Boudreaux Middle

Dianne LeBlanc

Acquaintance

January 5, 2017

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