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Mark Bertrand Obituary
Mark was born in Baton Rouge, LA and had been a resident of the coast for the past two years. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran with ten years of service after which he was employed with the U. S. Department of Defense in various capacities. He then served with the U. S. Air Force Reserves, ART, with the 403rd Squadron at Keesler AFB. He attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He attended St. Mary Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, a Man of Manresa, and a member of the Gulf Coast Southern Cruisers. He enjoyed making Rosaries and jewelry which he gave to family members and friends. He was a man of God, country and family.
Mark was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, Elton and Mary Bertrand and Newton and Josie Raffray. He is survived by his wife Florence Bertrand and his son, Samuel Bertrand of Biloxi; daughter, Alexandra McQuiston of Plaquemine, LA; step-daughter, Mellissa Burk of Las Cruces, NM; his parents, Gene and Bobbie Bertrand of Addis, LA; his siblings, Carol (Joe) Bates, Wendy (Wade) Gill, Gary (Missy) Bertrand, James (Maria) Bertrand, and David (Carol) Bertrand all of the Baton Rouge, LA area; nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and grand nephews.
Pallbearers will be his nephews of the Baton Rouge, LA area, Chad Pierce, Aaron Bertrand, Matthew Gill, Chase Pierce, Andrew Gill, James Mott, and his niece, Zoe Bertrand (honorary).
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 8343 Woolmarket Rd., Biloxi, MS 39532, or St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 402 S. Kirkland St., Brusly, LA 70719.
Visitation is Monday, April 4, 2011, from 5 until 8 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue, in Biloxi. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Woolmarket where friends may visit one hour before service time. Interment will follow in Biloxi National Cemetery with full military honors.
A memorial service will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, LA at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Bertrand
Trish Ramirez
April 17, 2011
Florence, Sam, Gene, Bobbie and the rest your your large & loving family: You have my deepest sympathy regarding the untimely loss of a great person, husband, father, brother, uncle and the many other roles I know he played in the lives of others. Florence, I always enjoyed visiting with you & Mark at the Credit Union and I am proud to consider you friends. I know this is a sad & lonely time for all of you, but I know you have faith and God will carry you in your time of sorrow. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
April 15, 2011
Gene & Bobbie,
Although we didn't know Mark personally, we know you both and know that he was a blessing and a credit to his family and to his community. Our sincere sympathies go out to you all.
Don & Kitty Stockman
4-15-11
Barbara and Ronnie Bovard
April 5, 2011
A very good and dear man has gone to his reward but oh, so soon. We join you in sadness for losing Mark.
David & Melissa Toups
April 5, 2011
To the Bertrand Family, please accept our deepest condolences and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie and Dave Denman
April 5, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Marks passing. Our hearts and prayers go with you at this difficult time.
Hope Bovard
April 4, 2011
Uncle Mark, best man I know :) sweet, intelligent, caring, sparkling man that was my inspiration to keep trying. I miss you Uncle Mark. :) <3 Sammy I love you cuz. Aunt Florence, my prayers go out to you. Love you all. :)
Kember Rivet
April 4, 2011
Sam, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Gene, Shelley, Grayson and Johnathan McKay
April 4, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Harry&Dienna Landry
April 4, 2011
Please accept our condolences on Mark's passing. Our prayers are with the family on this sad occasion.
Ashley, Wade and Vanessa Berthelot and families
April 4, 2011
We're sorry to hear the news about Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bertrand family.
Physicians and Staff of Bay Area ENT
April 4, 2011
Please accept our sincere condolences on the death of Mr. Bertrand.
Craig Rhodes
April 4, 2011
Very very sorry to hear about Mark....He and I spent plenty of time together in the band in high school. Told my daughter about some of the things we did together and had a good laugh. He will be missed...All of your family has been in our prayers...
Patty Harrington Marshall Williams Enterprises
April 4, 2011
So Sorry to hear about Mark. Please know that all of you have been in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be during this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth Fox
April 4, 2011
Mrs. Florence, Sam, Mrs. Bobbie and Mr. Gene, Mrs. Wendy and Matthew,
Please accept my condolences on the death of Mr. Mark. For the brief time that I knew him, it was evident that he was a man of faith and of character. I am sure you miss him terribly, but try to take comfort in knowing that he is in the arms of a loving God.
Joseph & Marilyn Lusk
April 3, 2011
Please accept our deepest condolences. The death of a son, brother, father and husband so young is hard. But may your firm belief in God bring comfort to your family during this sad time.
Rickey & Ruth(Lusk) Vaughn
April 3, 2011
We're sorry to hear of Marks death. Our prayers extend to all of the family.
Sincerly
Nycki Watkins
April 3, 2011
Flo and Sam, SayVon, SaVena and myself are so sorry about the loss of Mark. Believe me your days and nights will get better as the days move along but for now, it's going to be hard for the two of you and the rest of the extended family. Hang in there. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Watkins' Family (from Keesler Youth Bowling League)
Bill & Brigit Combs
April 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, and our love to Florence and Sam. May God comfort you and bless you.
Frank & Glenda Saponaro & Krohn
April 3, 2011
We are sadden by the lost of Mark. He was a very kind and fun loving man. He love you Florence and Sam very much. He told me a man couldn't ask for a better wife than you Florence. In brief,Mark was a GOOD MAN. To me their is no higher honnor. APT K2058
Nicky & Charmelle Guercio
April 3, 2011
Bobbie, Gene, Barry, Florence, children, and all others of Mark's loving family:
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of such great loss- May Our Lord grant you strength through this difficult time- May you find comfort in your treasured memories of Mark and knowing he is resting peacefully in the Arms of Jesus-
Mary and Mike Vince
April 3, 2011
Mike and I so sorry for your loss. We have both been praying for Mark and will continue to pray both of you and your family.
Jimmy & Cheryl Robinson
April 3, 2011
We would like to extend our sympathies for you, your son and your family. We have had Mark and the two of you in our prayers now for quite sometime and will certainly continue to do so. Know that he is now in the loving arms of our most loving God and is now in no pain. If we can be of any help now or in the future please don't hesitate to let us know.
403d Maintenance Group
April 3, 2011
Mark's 403d family is so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 3, 2011
Gene, Bobbie and family, You have my deepest condolences on Mark's passing. I will keep all of you in my prayers and thoughts and may God give you peace at heart during this time of sorrow. Chrs LeMoine (Addis, La.)
Laurie and Johnny Seneca
April 3, 2011
Gene, Bobbie and Family,
Johnny and I were sadden to hear of the passing of Mark. Know that our thoughts prayers are with all of you at this time.May he rest in God's care.
David, Karla, Jordan Ducote
April 3, 2011
To the family,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God shower His grace on you all during your sorrow.
Christmas at my home....
Maria Bertrand
April 2, 2011
James & Maria Bertrand
April 2, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful loving, kind brother, brother n law. We will love you and miss you always. May you rest in eternal peace and we will see you soon our darling Mark.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
April 3, 2011
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
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