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Gary Berthelot Obituary

Gary Kenneth Berthelot was born on August 14, 1961, and passed away on September 8, 2015, at the age of 54. He was the cherished husband of Tricia DiMaggio Berthelot for 29 years. Loving father of Jennie Watts (Jason), Jessie Trago (Matt), Adam Berthelot (Hali) and Amanda Berthelot (John). Son of Jerry Kenneth Berthelot (Denise) and Joan Barcelona Berthelot. Son-in-law of Betty and Conrad Wiegand. Brother of Ginger Euvino (Kevin). Nephew of Robert Berthelot, Peggy Janneck and John Barcelona. Proud grandfather "Pawsy" of Jason Watts Jr., Aubrie Watts, William Trago and Ella Berthelot. Also survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Gary was a longtime resident of Chalmette, LA, and a current resident of Kiln, MS. In 2007, he relocated to Jordan River Shores fulfilling his dream of living on the water. Gary was the owner of Berthelot Design and Construction. He was a general contractor in Louisiana and Mississippi for over 30 years. Dedicated to his profession, he performed his work with great pride. Gary was a very generous and kind man who truly loved people. In as little as two weeks he considered everyone he met "my friend". Gary enjoyed hunting & fishing and participated in big game sport fishing. He spent many years and his most recent days on the water aboard his beloved yacht "Lady B". Gary will be forever remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, nephew, "Pawsy" and friend. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Saturday, September 12, 2015, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00 PM. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 10 to Sep. 12, 2015.

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Ray Maria Caillouette

October 18, 2015

So sorry to hear. Just found out. Praying for peace and comfort for all the family.

Debra Rush,Desrochers

September 29, 2015

Joan just heard about Gary,So Sorry for your lost prayers for your family From Debra Kirk and the Rush family

Bridget Golden

September 14, 2015

Tricia, We received word of your terrible loss, and we are so very sorry. Gary always made me laugh and he had a great disposition.
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts. Mike and Bridget Golden

Charles Bates

September 13, 2015

Gary was my cousin..his uncle Bobby was married to my aunt Rose. I had no idea he was living right down the road from myself and my wife. We played together in Chalmette when we were young. I wish I would've known about the services. He was a really great guy. May he rest in peace. God Bless his family.

Byron & Melissa Burkhardt

September 12, 2015

I was so shocked and saddened to hear this. Gary has always been such a fun, happy person who never stopped smiling and making others smile. I loved when he would take his beloved Bertram to visit us on the Tchefuncte river during the wooden boat festivals. I am truly thankful that I got to spend some quality time with him in recent years relaxing and having fun on our boats at the Wharf in AL. Gary will be sorely missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry, Ginger and the entire family to help them cope with this terrible loss. Rest in Peace my friend!

Judy Dirmann Burbank

September 12, 2015

Joan, Ginger, and family, I am remembering the sweet little boy and all the time we spent together as kids. My heart is heavy, but I know he is with my mom and his grandma who both loved him so much. My prayers are with all of you.

Ron & Gina Wilemon

September 12, 2015

Tricia, girls and all his family our deepest sympathies. We keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Phoebe Cook-Kelly

September 12, 2015

To the Berthelot Family,
Gary was such a sweet person and friend..To bad we all drifted apart in our later lives .. He will be missed ..

September 12, 2015

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one.
May the love and compassion of God be with the family and friends, during and after these difficult times.
(Psalm 23)

September 12, 2015

WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS THE THOUGHTS OF MANY ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW///FROM THE MARINA MOTEL STAFF

September 12, 2015

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Robert Donnelly jr

September 11, 2015

My deeps gondolas to the family. He was a great man.

Yvette & Rooster Pohlmann

September 11, 2015

Tricia, Jenny and Jessie -
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Such a shock to hear of Gary passing. May God be with ya'll in this time of need.

September 11, 2015

Jay and I were deeply sadden to learn of Gary's passing. It was an honor to know him for so many years. May God bless your family during this difficult time.
Jay & Mitzi Botsay

Tom Bird

September 11, 2015

My condolences to the Berthelot family. Gary was a great guy.

Rose D'Angelo

September 11, 2015

God bless you Gary, and prayers to the family. I remember you as a sweet young man.

Michael Salles

September 11, 2015

This is a very said loss of a great friend that always helped who ever he could including myself. My prays for you and yours. Patsy & Michael ( Bucky ) Salles

Joan, Mike & Christopher Normand

September 11, 2015

Tricia,
I am so very sorry for the loss of Gary. We just cannot seem to wrap our heads around it. Gary's little buddy, Christopher, is devastated. He looked up to him as a mentor and idolized him! I cherish the time that they spent together this summer working on the boat engines and any other machinery they came across. The knowledge and experience he gave to Christopher will live on for a long time to come! Chickasaw Road will feel a great void without Gary there. Love and Peace be with you my friend.

Frank Battaglia

September 11, 2015

My sincere condolences to the Berthelot Family,Gary and I hung around as teenagers in Chalmette. Will miss him very much. He was an awesome person. May he Rest In Peace.

Linda Gowland Boudreaux

September 11, 2015

Joan and Jerry,
Al and I send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, Gary. We are thinking of you both in your time of grief. As a mother who has lost a son, I know the pain you now experience, Joan. My prayers are with you.

sharon daigle

September 11, 2015

I just saw the news about Gary. so shocked, John and I are so sorry to hear about yall's loss,,
, My love and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Cheryl and Jerry Kelly

September 10, 2015

Tricia and family, Our hearts broke when we heard about Gary, He was such a sweet, funny and generous person, I will always remember how skillful he was as a boat captain for the Santa boat and the joy in the faces of the children as we delivered gifts. Our prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Valerie Geraci

September 10, 2015

Tricia we haven't meet yet but we will. Gary came into my life 2 years ago when my house. Burnt down. I had been so lost not knowing what to do and taking care of my folks didn't help. I told him God sent me an angel to help me out. My pain I know is not as great as yours. I keep praying to God to take care of my friend . Does not seem fair for someone so kind to be taken from all of us. You all are in my prayers along with my mom and Dad Jane and Robert Mcardle. Rest in piece my friend.

Linda and Roy Heyl

September 10, 2015

To the Berthelot family the loss of this precious young man ripples sadness through all who know and love him and your family. May your many joyful memories comfort you and the belief that he will forever be smiling over you give you strength.

Morgan Hill

September 10, 2015

Our condolences to Jerry and Joan, and the Berthelot family.

Lauren and Phil Hindelang

September 10, 2015

Trish:
Although we didn't see, Gary, often, we always hoped to see him on our visits to Ron and Erin's. His infectious personality, wit, and positive attitude was truly a tonic for the soul. His knack of making you laugh and forgetting your problems was a gift to all who encountered him. Words cannot describe how much we will miss him. We feel blessed to have known him. Gary, you, and your family are in our prayers.

Gail & Merlin Haydel

September 10, 2015

Prayers for the family during this difficult time.

BUBBE PIZZALATO

September 10, 2015

BERTHELOT FAMILY
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST
WITH DEEPEST REGRET
BUBBE AND DAWN PIZZALATO

Billy & Debbie Tassin

September 10, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the Berthelot Family we have many great memories of Gary and family at the marina in Chalmette. My the Lord Jesus comfort you as your family goes through this difficult time of sorrow

paul ippolito

September 10, 2015

a horrible tragedy resulting in a catastrophic loss. i will always remeber my dear friend gary's warm heart, generosity, and eternal smile. i am so sorry.

Beth Bivalacqua Adams

September 10, 2015

Ginger and family, My hearts breaks for you guys. God please bring peace to this family and help in this time of sorrow. I love you

September 10, 2015

Dear Trish and Family. I actually have no words, for this news has taken us all aback. I am sick for you and your families. No one can prepare you for a loss, such as this. It comes like a swift wind and knocks us to our knees. Please take comfort in knowing that Gary is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.
From a friend and neighbor Patricia Franco Davis

Sincerely the Golay Family

September 10, 2015

My prayers go out to the , Berthelot
Family
I'm sorry for your loss. I did a lot of work for Gary . I was excited when he ask me to cm fishn on his boat for the Billfsh Rodeo, had a great time , he is a great guy he will b missed but not forgotten.

September 10, 2015

Tricia and family I'm so sorry about the loss of Gary. Great memories of you and your family will always be with me. Gary was a great man and great friend. My family thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless
Manuel Resendez

Linda Ritter Gamel

September 10, 2015

Jenny and Jessie, I'm so sorry to hear about this tragedy! My prayers for your Mom Tricia, and his daughter Amanda, as well as the rest of the family. It's always so sad when someone with so much life passes away at such an early age. I'm so very, very sorry!

Debbie Maggio Ebel

September 10, 2015

Tricia,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family.

September 10, 2015

Gary was always my friend. Forrest

September 10, 2015

Dear Berthelot Family, We were so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. We wanted you to know that you and your family are in our prayers during this very difficult time. Kenny and Kim Rebouche

Rose Ahlers

September 10, 2015

Art and Richella and the Berthelot Family, our sincerest condolences to you. We've seen numerous pictures of Gary and he's got a genuine smile in all of them. What wonderful memories you have in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone during this difficult time and the days ahead.

Toby Carson

September 10, 2015

Words can not express how sorry I am to hear the loss of Gary! He was a great man and loved to take care of those around him! I will never forget all the good time we had together. Lots of love, thoughts and prayers to you Ms. Trisha and your family.

Sonya Maas

September 10, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of your families loss. Gary was a great person and he could make anyone smile. I know he is in heaven watching over each and everyone of you. May you find peace with knowing this. I will pray for your family.

Trisha Diaz

September 10, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ...so sorry for your loss

Tara Creppel-New

September 10, 2015

So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family through these hard times.

Pete Latino

September 10, 2015

To the Berthelot family -
My sincere condolences to all of you. Gary was always a good friend and I had such great times with him. We loved our boats and fishing . Many memories together . I have known him for such a long time and I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely.....Pete Latino

Rosalba Votano Berthelot

September 10, 2015

My deepest condolences to the entire Berthelot family! I will always cherish the memories of a sweet teenager with the first luv of my life Dennis J Berthelot.... may yall both b reunited again in heaven....such a schock that will impact our lives forever!!!! So sorry to his entire family.....luv to all of u's & God bless yall in this difficult times....take comfort that one day we shall all meet again....!

Billy and Janice Guinot

September 10, 2015

Jerry, Joan and the entire Berthelot family, words cannot express the sorrow we feel for the loss of Gary. Our prayers are with you.

Shelley Waugh

September 10, 2015

Dear Tricia, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. Our Lord has welcomed another Angel who will always be watching over you and your children. Love you and know I am hugging you from Oklahoma. Shelley

Lisa Keel

September 10, 2015

Tricia and Family- how sad this has all been and such a shock to all. Gary has given us many great memories and good times. Been thinking about all of them - from the best steaks ever - he grilled on Cat Island ,water camping with our boats to a lobster on his head at the Steamer. Weekend get togethers and cook outs at the Kiln house. Gary - no doubt loved life and I am grateful for all the times I did have with you guys (12 + years) of memories. Gary will forever be with all of us and with me. My prayers are with all of you .

September 10, 2015

Our Prayers are with with the entire "Berthelot Family" during this time of sorrow and loss . Enjoyed having Gary on the River for over the past number of years. R.I.P. Kert and Mandy LeBlanc

Tina Hall

September 10, 2015

Our prayers are with you , Tricia and family
Love , Tina , Brooke , Kyle

Captain AL

September 10, 2015

My condolences to the Berthelot Family. Gary will be miss by everyone he came in contact with I know I will. He was a great friend and a lot of fun, rest in peace my good friend you will be miss

John Anzalone

September 10, 2015

My sincere condolences to the entire Bethelot family. John Anzalone Ferncrest '74

Roy and Sue Bernheisel

September 10, 2015

To the Berthelot Family, our sincere condolences on your loss, our prayers are with you all at this difficult time

Hank Plauche

September 10, 2015

This is my man, Gary your here with me today as you were yesterday, I feel lost without out you, Your relationships with you Wife, your Father, your Children, your in-laws and out laws, your grand children could not be stronger than they are right now ! I have enjoyed our time together during this project and sharing the excitement with you. It's been one of the best times of my life. You are a true man in every sense of the word./ As fate would have it you were able to leave us while you were on top of the world, Dammit, It's like you one upped us all again ! arugg. I have learned so much from you over the time we have spent together and I will never forget the love for others and patients you have shown to everyone you have meet. I wish there was enough time to tell the whole world about everything II know about you and what you have done for others. Knowing you has made me a better man and I must tell you, Thanks for letting me be a small part of you life.

Matt Keel

September 9, 2015

Tricia, Jerry, Denise & Family,

There are no words....... Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We sure will miss making more unforgettable memories. May God hold you each tightly in His arms until you are all reunited someday....XOXOXO - Matt & Karen Keel

R.j. guidry

September 9, 2015

Rest in peace my old buccaneer south running buddy

Charlie Hartmann

September 9, 2015

Our prayers are with the family, Gary very was a great person and longtime friend.

robin foret

September 9, 2015

Mrs Tricia, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your lossmy thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sean Cady

September 9, 2015

Gary made us all laugh and smile time and time again. He will surely be missed.

Susie dimaggio

September 9, 2015

Oh my sweet funny loving bro n law Gary!!! You will be greatly missed.. My sister I can only feel your pain and know that he is with the other great men in our family in heaven... I love you Tricia and I love you Gary... I am still in shick... But my Faith in God is holding me together..

Rochelle Ajubita

September 9, 2015

Tricia, I am so very, very sorry. My love and prayers are with you and and your family. Gary brought so much joy and laughter into every life he touched. I once told someone when describing the knack he had for brightening up any room he entered... "This guy can tell you something simple like: " I have a yellow pencil and a tablet", and somehow by the time he's finished, you've forgotten all your worries and are in stitches laughing." I hope that one day you are able to smile again. Love You.

Robin Auer

September 9, 2015

Tricia and family, my heartfelt condolences to all of you. My prayers to each of you during this very difficult time. May the wonderful memories of him bring comfort to all and may his extrodinary soul, rest in eternal peace.

Lori Michelli

September 9, 2015

Ms. Tricia. I can't even think of words at this minute. Gary was an amazing man who was a dad to all of us. Gary was like an old friend. Didn't matter how long it was since I had seen him, it was like being back in high school every time. Jennie, Jessie, Mandie, Adam and babies...I know Gary has provided yall with plenty happy warm memories over the years, and I hope they comfort you during this devastating time. I love you all. I am praying for all of you.

Beth Carreras

September 9, 2015

Mr. Jerry and Mrs. Joan, OUR family sends our deepest condolences to both of you, Gary's wife, children and grandchildren. May GOD touch each one of you with strength and comfort to get through this difficult time. Love & Prayers to ALL.
Sincerely, Ralph Sr., Karen, Beth, Gwen & Ralph Jr.

vanessa dean

September 9, 2015

Oh Tricia we are so very sorry for the loss of Gary he was a wonderful husband , Dad Pawsey he will be missed so very much ! Prayers for y'all at this time of loss . God has now gained another angel above! lLove to y'all The Deans

George & Beverly Scala

September 9, 2015

What a shock to hear what happened! My brother was a neighbor of Gary' s . His name was Philip Bouchon. Philip passed in 2009 . But he loved his neighbors in the Kiln. He always had crazy stories like the time when Kiln Bill's first went up for sale, I think he said that Gary was thinking of buying it, and calling it THURMAN'S ! I asked who is Thurman ? Philip said nobody, he just likes the name ! What a wonderful family , I think Gary's dad married my high school friend Denise Montenay ! I pray that God helps everyone through this !! Love. Beverly Bouchon Scala & George

Pat & Josie Farley

September 9, 2015

Tricia, our deepest condolences, to you and the kids. Gary will be missed by all who know him. Love and miss all of you.

Alesha Schifano

September 9, 2015

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Mr. Gary "Pawsy" was such a loving, generous and amazing man that everyone who came in contact with absolutely LOVED! I will never forget the memories that we've made with all of your family. I love you all so much and I will be praying for all of you daily. I pray for peace God's grace over you through these very difficult times. We will be here if there is ANYTHING that ya'll need.

WIth Love and deepest regret,

Alesha Schifano

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