Patricia Russo Matherne

Patricia Russo Matherne passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the age of 88. She was the cherished wife of 61 years to the late Marvin Marks Matherne. Loving mother of Stephanie Vogt (Kenny), Carla Kittrell (Ronnie), Marvin Matherne, Jr. (Lela), Shelly Sehlinger (Lonnie) and Alison Ellis (Greg). Daughter of the late Victor and Louise Manuel Russo. Sister of the late Delores Russo Credo. Proud grandmother of Kenneth Vogt Jr. (Leigh Anne), Amy Steib (Devin), Sarah Martin (Dane), Caitlyn Saylor (Scott), Megan Kittrell, Cody Matherne (Rachel), Troy Sehlinger (Caroline) and Ashley Ellis. Great grandmother of Trey & Mary Kate Vogt, Cameron Saylor, Isabella Martin, Allister & Anniston Steib and Eloise Sehlinger. She is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends.

Patricia was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for others. Her passion for card games and bingo with her friends at Ville St. Marie was only surpassed by the love for her grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her loyalty and dedication to her family, her caring and loving spirit, her laughter, and spoiling the grandchildren. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by us all.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, February 29th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM, followed by a Funeral Mass beginning at 1:00PM. She will be laid to eternal rest with her beloved husband in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.