Ernest P. Matherne

Ernest Paul Matherne, 92, a native and resident of Bayou Gauche, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Visitation will be from 9:30 am until 11:30 am on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Paradis, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 with burial to follow in St. Charles Cemetery, Luling, LA.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Cancienne Matherne; son, Kirk Matherne (Lisa); daughters, Kristin Matherne and Kara Dufrene (Randy); 7 grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; brother, Gordon Matherne and sisters, Elsie Tauzin and Thelma Leehans.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Justilia Comardelle Matherne; brother, Leroy Matherne; sisters, Virginia Comardelle, Audrey Matherne, Dolores Chiasson and Beverly Mabry.

Earnest  retired from Texaco after many years of service. He enjoyed working especially cutting grass. He loved spending time with his family and will be greatly missed by all.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.