Bernadine Elder Gibson was born on March 10, 1940, to the union of the late Webster and Orelia Scott Elder. On Friday, December 23, 2022, God called Sister Bernadine home at the age of 82. Bernadine attended the public schools of Orleans Parish and was a proud graduate of Booker T. Washington, Senior High School. She attended Delgado Jr. College, Southern University in New Orleans and received a bachelor's and Master of Religious Education from Christian Bible College of Louisiana in Kenner, LA. Sis. Gibson also received a Teaching Certificate from Virginia Union Theological Seminary. Bernadine was the Owner and Director of the Patricia Richelle Day Care Center in New Orleans and served as President of the Day Care Coalition of Greater New Orleans. She was also a substitute teacher for the Orleans Parish School District. Bernadine was preceded in death by her parents Webster Elder and Orelia Scott Elder, husband Frank Jonas Gibson, daughter Patricia Richelle Gibson, sister Webster Mae Elder, brothers Humphrey Terry Elder, Bernell Olllie Elder and Joseph Elder. Bernadine's presence will be missed by sons Karl (Gail) and Brian (Mirian) Gibson; five grandchildren; Rashod (Cecilia) of Sacramento, CA, Whitney, Briana, Brandi, and Kayla; two great-grandchildren, Nathan, and Johnathan Gibson; siblings Geraldine Pittman, Jacquelyn Robinson, Ronald Elder, Yvonne Dowden, and Lora Elder. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at New Hope Baptist Church, 1807 Reverend John Raphael Jr. Way, New Orleans, La on Monday, January 2, 2022, at 10am. Visitation will begin at 9:00am until the hour of service. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum-New Orleans. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Directors, 4101 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA., 70117.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 1, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Bernadine Gibson

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20 Entries

Catherine F. Butler

January 9, 2023

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. I remember Bernadine during my time at New Hope Baptist Church--working in Junior Mission.
We often met at the National Baptist Convention of America. To God be the Glory!

Rita Riles

January 6, 2023

My Prayer and condolences to the family of Sis Bernadine Gibson. May God continue to strengthen, and comfort the family and friends.

Sam LIljeberg

January 6, 2023

Please know that the whole Gibson family is in my prayers. I didn´t have the benefit of knowing Mrs. Gibson well but I know that she is exceptional because she raised two great men in Karl and Brian.

Sandra Fulton Metz

January 4, 2023

I met Ms. Bernadine through the Youth Inspirational Choir many years ago . I always admired her strength and the great anointing that I saw on her life. She loved the Word of God and to watch her proclaim it was mesmerizing! She was a great gift to the body of Christ and she will be missed. See you in the morning Ms Bernadine.

Wanda Conner

January 3, 2023

Keeping the family in m

Davelle Lee

January 3, 2023

God bless the family of this great warrior in the Lord. She was an great example to us younger women. I thank God for her memory. My son also went to her daycare. God bless.

Prenellia Thompson

January 2, 2023

"And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest."

Condolences to the Gibson-Elder Families and all who knew and loved her.

Sit down and rest a little while Bernadine Elder Gibson. Heaven knows you worked till your day was done.

Gilda Harden

January 2, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

ARNOLD LITTLE I

January 2, 2023

HEART-FELT CONDOLENCES TO THE GIBSON/ELDER FAMILIES...
ESPECIALLY TO CARL & BRIAN...FROM BISHOP ARNOLD LITTLE I & EUNICE CHERYL FELTUS LITTLE & FROM THE CHURCHES OF GOD IN CHRIST UNITED...

Family Friend

January 2, 2023

My condolences to your family. I remember you speaking for a women's Day service. You told the truth and put it in a way that we all understood. RIP with the Heavenly Father. Your absence will surely be missed.

Shirley Taylor Johnson

January 2, 2023

Heartfelt sympathy is shared with the family of such a Christian soldier Sis Bernadine Gibson. A sister that worked in the vineyard for the Lord, speaking, teaching and singing whenever called to participate over the years.Her willingness to serve will be greatly missed especially for Women Day Speaker for various churches. Over the years when called upon she would gladly respond. She will truly be missed for her faithfulness to God's programs. May her soul rest in peace until we all meet again !

Karen & Domonick Foy

January 2, 2023

OMG on Facebook and came across your passing and my heart dropped.The last time I saw you was a Ms. Pam service and has always we greeted each other with a smile and big hug. Then I told a family friend how do I tell my sad on about his mama Gibson, they had a love like no other. Domonick attended her Daycare and that was her boy and I became one of her best parents. Anything she ask for I made it happen. Mrs. Gibson was like no other, she spoke her mind but always in love. There will never be another like her. She was truly a jewel with a heart of hold. I will remember all the good times and cherish the memories of one amazing woman of God. Thank you for always pushing me to be the best that I can be and all the love you gave my son Domonick at the Daycare. I made sure I kept you up on how he was doing in college and now as a new dad. He finished strong just like you taught him and now he is a great dad as well. Take your rest Queen and know that we were blessed by your life. Karen & Domonick Foy

Linda Jones

January 1, 2023

I have no adequate words to express how I am feeling at this moment. My heart is so heavy as I write this message. today to pay tribute to my sister/friend. Bunny, I am already missing you as you were truly one that of a kind friend who I could always be myself without any judgment. I am so grateful that I have so many wonderful memories of our friendship.

You were my other sister and one of my best true friends. I just find it hard to imagine life without you. As you would always say, for me to live is Christ and to die is gain. Take your rest True Missionary ! Well done, we´ll done !
To my surrogate family, remember, earth has no sorrow that Our Heavenly Father cannot heal.

Penny McClue Winfield

January 1, 2023

Words can not express my love for sister Gibson. She was a true friend to my mother the late Sister Delores MCClue Venison. They were often found doing missionary work together. Condolences to the family. A true soldier gone on home.

Leroy Taylor

January 1, 2023

Little Zion Baptist Church extends heartfelt condolences to the Gibson family. May the Lord continue to keep and strengthen each of you. Rev Leroy Taylor, Kenner

Jacqueline Davis

January 1, 2023

My Heartfelt sympathy to the family. I thank God for allowing me to cross path with such a great person. My hometown church needed a "Women Day" speaker, I asked her would she do this for me. The answer was , "yes"! She went to Lemmanville, 63 miles from N. O. The talk about her was a job well done, but, "I forgot my good dress up shoes "! In her funniest voice. Rest in Paradise my friend! Well done, Well done! You will be passed!

John A. Smith, Sr.

January 1, 2023

To the family of Bernadine Gibson. " Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal". I was shock to hear of the passing of Sis. Gibson. She was well loved. She was direct in what she said to you. She didn't hold no punches. I had the opportunity to serve with her in the music ministry during my early Music Ministry. She always had an encouraging word. She will be truly missed. Praying for you. Hold to God's Unchanging Hand.

John & Jamie Smith (bka) The Music Man

Antoinette Dyer Mackey

January 1, 2023

For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle
was dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made by hands, eternal in the heavens. A true Woman of God has gone from labor to reward, Tee Bernadine as I called you, I am so bless God allowed you to pass through mine and my mom's life, you were truly a blessing. Take your rest until we meet again. Gone but never forgotten. Antoinette Mackey, Keaun, and Johari Neason, Rev. Keith Mackey and Christian Light MBC family.

Wilfred Nash

December 31, 2022

In memories of Sister Bernardine Gibson words cannot express our deepest sympathy and love that pours out to this family in the home going Legacy of your mother, grandmother, and sister. l can go on and on,
If I can just see sister Bernadine Gibson or mom Gibson is one who will always be loved and never be forgotten, she was always encouragement to me and my wife and was always very proud in the way that we raised our daughter. It's so much I could say but I thank God that mother Bernadine Gibson crossed my past and I'll be forever grateful for her. To the family be encouraged and our prayers will always be with you rest mother Gibson take your rest. Until we meet again dear one. Love you much,Wilfred Nash and family St Thomas Baptist Church.

Joyce LeBeaux

December 31, 2022

Auntie words can't be gain to express my feelings right now.I can truly say that you'll truly be missed more than you can imagine. I love you so much!! I can't imagine life with out you! Rest in heaven

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