Walter "Jim" Bertrand

Walter "Jim" Bertrand obituary

Walter "Jim" Bertrand

Walter Bertrand Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home - LaPlace on Jul. 27, 2025.

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Walter "Jim" Bertrand a resident of LaPlace, La passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of the late Sandra Roberds Bertrand for over 30 years. Loving father of Brian Bertrand (Mary) and the late Selena Holder (Kirk). Grandfather of Amanda Bertrand, Andrea Bertrand, Dylan Labat (Elise), Reagan Labat, Elizabeth Labat. Great-Grandfather of Fletcher Labat, Wyatt Labat, and Magnolia Labat. Son of the late Lenis Bertrand and Ophelia Landry Bertrand. Brother of the late Carl Bertrand (Bonnie), and Betty Sullivan (the late Harry). Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era. An active member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5395 and 9623, American Legion, and VFW. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Millet Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 West Airline Highway, Laplace, La. Visitation from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Burial will take place immediately following the service at St. John Memorial Gardens.

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Clair Becnel

July 29, 2025

Sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Jim. I remember when he coached the basketball team that I was on. RIP Mr. Jim. Prayers for his family.

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