Photo courtesy of Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans
Houma, Louisiana
Aug 23, 1958 – Jul 6, 2021 (Age 62)
Clarence Peter Bertrand
Clarence Peter Bertrand entered eternal life on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the age of 62. He was born in New Orleans, LA on August 23, 1958 to the late Edna and Wallace Oterio Bertrand, Jr. Clarence loved The Lord. He was a faithful member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Baton Rouge, LA. While residing in New Orleans he attended our Lady Star of the Sea and St. Maria Goretti Catholic Churches. Before his death he accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and was born again. Clarence was a graduate of Francis T. Nicholls Senior High, Class of 1977. In 1983 he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Xavier University of LA. Clarence was employed by State Farm Automobile Insurance Company, 1985-12/1/2018 until his retirement of 33 years. Clarence was a kind, generous, considerate & fun-loving person. His favorite pass time was watching movies and enjoying music. He loved music so much he became everyone’s favorite jamming DJ, known simply as “CBert”.While at Xavier University he joined Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity, Incorporated and later joined Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. While at State Farm he took great pride in his role as an inaugural member of the State Farm Bayou Classic Corporate Committee, which he participated in for sixteen years. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents Wallace Oterio Bertrand, Jr. and Edna Williams Bertrand. He leaves to mourn his passing and celebrate his life: son Lance Michael Bertrand (Danielle); Fiancée Alicia Fitzgerald, daughters Ashley (Joshua) Smith, Bryanna DeCuir & Kayla Watkins; siblings Joseph A. Cooper (Linda), Edna B. Newton (Ambrose), Wallace O. Bertrand III (Lois), Troylyn Bertrand Vigne (Sidney), Donald J. Bertrand (Giselle), Debra B. Tabb and Glenn D. Bertrand (Jackie); god children Alvin C. Phoenix and Mariah Bertrand. Also, he leaves to cherish his memory Aunt Catherine Bertrand, a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends who loved him dearly. A Homegoing Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, 2515 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117. Visitation will be at 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment will be at Mount Olivet, 4000 Norman Mayer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122. The services will be officiated by Dr. Johnny Young, Jr., Heavenly Hope Church, Baton Rouge, LA. According to the CDC guidelines for the COVID-19 all in attendance must wear a mask and practice social distancing. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE (504) 522-2525.
Read More
I met Clarence at a Bayou Classic meeting. we have been friends since. Clarence, You are missed. God is happy with you as his DJ. He wants You to play "2nd Line". RIP my friend
Will Anderson
July 19, 2022 | Work
I remember Clarence from high school. We had a bad called Rare Image, and he really dug out music so he wanted to try out. All he had to do was ask. We were looking for a trombone player and he played the valve trombone. We had a lot of good times. It was a really nice dude. I spoke to him once as an adult, few years ago. We talked about hooking up but never got the chance. That's why I wish you seize opportunities as they come. Rest in power my brother.
Charles Walton
August 03, 2021 | Stone Mountain, GA | Classmate
Deepest sympathy to the family. I was his last leader at State Farm before retirement, even thou it was only a short time- I knew the value he brought to the company, his family and his friends. Rest in Peace. May happy memories comfort the family.
Tracy Hamilton
July 22, 2021 | Work
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jill Robertson
July 21, 2021 | Friend
My Condolences to the Bertrand Family. I will miss my friend Clarence he taught me so much about life he always found a positive way to deal with a negative situation he always had a smile on his face when he would see you. We had some good times with the parties, Cars, Dancing C Bert was in the center of it all. I´m missing you my Friend until we meet again
Steven Armelin
July 19, 2021 | Friend
We are truly sorry about Clarence's death. May you find strength in the many happy times you have shared with him.
Robert & Frances Baxter
July 19, 2021 | Friend
My deepest condolences the Bertrand family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Clarence and I connected through State Farm, many, many years ago. His presence will be missed in this world.
Charlene Mabs
July 17, 2021 | Gilbert, AZ
My deepest condolences to the Bertrand family. Clarence was always kind and genuine. He will be missed.
Lisa Campbell
July 17, 2021 | Work
I´m so sorry to learn of the passing of this great man! I knew Clarence from Xavier and because he saw something in me and reached out to me, when he was pledging Alpha Phi Omega, it made my college years the best they could have ever been. From the sounds of the obit, it appears he remained that same beautiful soul I remember and loved. Eternal rest to you old friend, and I pray for the strength and comfort of the Bertrand family and friends. Emma Barnett-Moore Spring, TX XULA Class of 1983
Emma Barnett-Moore
July 17, 2021 | Friend
