Alvin "Al" Edgard Bertaut, Sr., 89 years old, passed away on March 18, 2016, at home and surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents Fred M. and Marie Alice Folse Bertaut, his siblings Fred, Marie Alice Douglass, Ernest, Laurie, Olive Burke, Helen Parker, Folse, and Lynn Bertaut. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, M'Liss Tausch, his four children Al, Jr. (wife Dayna), William "Billy" (wife Yvette), Alison Larriviere (husband Gerald "Jerry"), Michael Bertaut, and grandchildren Ashley, Kristen, Garrett, Cole, Connor, Emma, and Evan Bertaut, and Jacob, Jarod, and Jack Larriviere. A native of St. James Parish, and a resident of Metairie, Louisiana, for the past 88 years, Al was a World War II Navy Veteran. A body-builder in his youth, he held the title of Mr. New Orleans 1956 and owned and operated the Paramount Health Club. He is remembered by many as an Educator for his years of teaching at East Jefferson High School, Loyola University, and Delgado College. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation and memorial service to be held Thursday, March 24th at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 105 Bonnabel Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005. Visitation at church beginning at 11:30 a.m. followed by memorial service at 1:30 p.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 21 to Mar. 26, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Alvin Bertaut

33 Entries

Arthur Michel

April 15, 2016

I remember working out at Paramount and talking with Mr. AL. He was a positive influence in my life and he will be missed.

Bill Ellis

April 15, 2016

Mr. B. made American History fun! He was a great guy and an incredible story teller. He also kept the peace at East Jefferson. I'd give more than one chlorophyll George to sit in his class one more time. RIP Mr. Bertaut!

March 30, 2016

Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11

Charlie Nelson

March 27, 2016

I was one of his students in grammar school when I moved to Metairie in 1951.
He was an impressive teacher and body builder - he sure let the class know who was in charge and there was not goofing around. He set a lot of young people on the right track.

Howard B

March 27, 2016

Mr Bertaut (Prof) was my homeroom teacher in 1962 at EJ. What a great guy. You can imagine the discussions we had with 30 guys in the room. I always had great respect for him

June Baldassaro

March 26, 2016

Al, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I never knew your dad but knowing you I have no doubt what an amazing man he was. May God give you strength during this difficult time.

Paul Joseph

March 25, 2016

All my Love n prayers, Mr AL

Bob Vasquez

March 25, 2016

Alvin taught me at Loyola and sent people to my restaurant. He was a great guy and know his family will miss him.

Will J & Pat Hew Lee Ellzey

March 24, 2016

As former students at Metairie High school & East Jefferson High School, & I, Pat, as a former faculty colleague, we knew Al very well. We will always remember him as a friendly fun loving sweet man with a beautiful warm smile. We pray that all his family are comforted & blessed as they grieve in Al's passing. We will miss him very much too.

Dennis Bergeron

March 24, 2016

I will always remember the good time we had together in San Antonio Texas at the U S Marine Corps Convention, You are now at piece brother, until we meet again.
Simper Fidelis,
Dennis A, Bergeron

Ginger McLin

March 23, 2016

My mother was Lorraine Bertaut Danner. Her father was Uncle Freddy's brother. My mother adored Alvin and his brothers. I'm sorry that they have all passed. They were all good men.

Judie Kiker Kopfman

March 23, 2016

Condolences to the Bertaut family. Al lived a few blocks from my house on Sycamore Dr in the 1950's. All of the area kids had great respect for him as a fine teacher and his body building skills. Great person.

Sandy Sumich

March 23, 2016

M'Liss and family, we are so sorry for your loss. I remember Al and his "big" personality all of my life. He was quite a guy! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Sandy and Leni Sumich

Pam & Johnny Guidry

March 22, 2016

Dearest M'liss, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your precious family!

Bruce Hamer

March 22, 2016

What great memories I have of Mr Al. If you want to fight then he'd tell you let's put on the gloves and if you are here to work out then he be sure to tell you let's keep the talking and play out of it. I miss you all and have you in my prayers

Susan Hibbs

March 22, 2016

Ms.M'Liss, Alley, Billy, Allison, and Mikey my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It must be comforting to hear the good memories Mr. Al left behind. Life was never dull living next door. I'm sure he and Mom have a lot to talk about. My love to all of you.

Thomas Nagle

March 22, 2016

He taught American History with great enthusiasm. He was my favorite teacher at E.J. In 1961.

Dee Thibodeaux

March 22, 2016

I remember this picture very well. Always the great smile and wonderful personality. He was my teacher at Metairie High School. R.I.P. Mr. Bertaut.

Martin & Gayle Macdiarmid

March 22, 2016

M'Liss, you and your family or in our prayers.

March 22, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the Bertaut family for the loss of your loved one.

Nanine Simmons D'Aquin

March 22, 2016

Dear M'liss, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Al.

March 22, 2016

When someone we love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. Therefore treasure the spent times with Alvin-draw strength from the love of family and friends-and may God's word and his loyal love comfort you and help you through this difficult time.

Patricia Kowalewski

March 22, 2016

He was my civics teacher at E.J. and a really good teacher.

March 22, 2016

Remembering Mr.Al as our bus driver for all outing at St. Catherine and again at Loyola for Louisiana History class.He truly was a well round man for all season...always encouraging students ....many stories to be recalled from those safe but hilarious bus rides....God Bless....Theresa Aucoin and the Aucoin

family ....N.O.

Barry Jarreau

March 21, 2016

OFFERING PRAYERS FOR A FALLEN SAILOR.

March 21, 2016

Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11

Phyllis Hayes Offner

March 21, 2016

He was my teacher at EJ. I graduated in 1956.

Cornelia Johnson

March 21, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Gladys Dukes

March 21, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

RENE/MARIE LARRIVIERE

March 21, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mr. Page Dew

March 21, 2016

Alvin was my English teacher at East Jefferson High School in 1958, my senior year. His classes were always interesting!

Barbara Welch Richoux

March 21, 2016

Mr. Bertaut was my favorite high school teacher. I loved his classes. He made learning fun! He always had a smile on his face! I remember he used to talk to his class about how happy he was to be married to his most beautiful wife M'Liss. He will be missed by everyone that knew him! May he rest in peace with the rest of his brothers and mother and father.

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