It is with heavy hearts that the family of Loretha Jones announces her passing at the age of 93.  She was called from this earthly life by our Heavenly Father on September 17, 2020.  Loretha was born to Louis Bernard and Euphemie (Fannie) Boudreaux Bernard on April 19, 1927.

A Rite of Christian Burial Services will be officiated by Father Jude Fernando at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at 11:30 a.m.  Vigil visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.  Recitation of the rosary will begin at 10:45 a.m.

Loretha worked as a CNA/Private Duty Nurse for 43 years.  Her life was dedicated to those entrusted in her care.  She never said no to anyone seeking her service.  She was the "female head of our family"-- our "Matriarch."  When she spoke, we all listened.  She has a tender and caring heart fore anyone wo was in need.  Her hobby was truly one of service to others which included visiting the sick in nursing homes, hospitals, and in their homes.  She was very active in servicing her church community in whatever capacity she was needed. Loretha always had a kind word for everyone whom she encountered.  Those who were fortunate to meet her can attest to her warm and giving heart.  She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Loretha is survived by her children, Barbara, (Ira III) Gordon of Bay City, TX., Patricia Jack of Lake Charles, LA., Dianna Bonner of Bay City, TX., and Janet Jones of Jennings, LA; her grandchildren, Alisa Gordon, Roshone Tyler, Bashan Jones, Tremaine Jones, Jermaine Jones, Ira (Rocky) Gordon, IV, Louis Jack, Jr., Latoya Jack, and Bria Jones.  She also leaves to mourn 17 great-grandchildren, 8 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Euphemie Bernard; her sister, Agnes Lewis; her brothers, Claude and Theodore, (Chidah) Bernard.