Elma Marie Lapeyrouse Bernard passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, May 16, 2022 at the age of 92. She was the cherished wife of the late Norman Bernard. Daughter of the late Caliste T. Lapeyrouse and Octavia M. Portier Lapeyrouse. Sister of Druby Lapeyrouse and the late Eulice Lapeyrouse St. Pe, Dolores Lapeyrouse Hebert, Joyce Lapeyrouse May, Nolan Lapeyrouse and Luby Lapeyrouse. She is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, along with many other cousins and dear friends.
Elma was born in Chauvin, LA and was a longtime resident of Chalmette, LA. She enjoyed a long career with the American Can Company and thoroughly enjoyed her trips to the casino. She found pleasure in the details of everyday life and cared deeply for others. She was a wonderful example of what it means to truly enjoy the company of friends and family. She was fun, well-loved and will be deeply missed by us all.
Special thanks to the caregivers at Guardian Angel Hospice for their care and compassion and her niece Gayle Schmit for her longtime care, love and friendship.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, May 27th from 9:00AM – 11:00AM, followed by a memorial service in her memory beginning at 11:00AM. She will be laid to eternal rest with her beloved husband in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.
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