Marilyn Didier Berni

Marilyn Didier Berni passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 at the age of 85. She was born in New Orleans to the late Florence Dittmer Didier and Clarence Didier. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Dr. Ralph Berni, PhD, and her daughter, Karen Ridgeway (Greg). She is loved by her children, Brian Walker, Ann Lockhart (Wayne), Ralph H. Berni (Cindy), and Erin (Josh), 15 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Claire Didier Singer, nieces, numerous cousins, and friends. She will be greatly missed by all.

Marilyn was anchored in her Catholic faith and was a devoted parishioner of St. Angela Merici, serving in many capacities and singing in the choir.

Marilyn graduated from Sacred Heart High School in New Orleans and worked at several accounting positions. She retired as the office manager of Nalley, Dew and Minor Law Firm.

Marilyn will be remembered for her gift of making people laugh. She made connections with people wherever she went. She loved lively conversation, reading, movies, dancing, and shopping. She is now at peace in heaven with the love of her life, Ralph, whom she missed dearly.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at noon with public visitation beginning at 10:00AM. Interment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum.

To view and sign the online guest book, please visit www.LakeLawnMetairie.com