Burnette Williams Matthews

Mrs. Burnette W. Matthews was born January 24, 1947 and peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at her home. She was preceded in death by her late parents Louise Freeman and Walter Williams.

She leaves behind a lifetime of love and cherished memories held in the hearts of her loving husband Clarence E. Matthews; son, Alfred (Tieeka) Matthews; daughter, Tiffany Barthelemy; stepson, Marlowe Ross; and stepdaughter, Jeanine (Marvin) Domino. She will be affectionately missed by her 13 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, her adopted sisters Catherine Williams, Jacquelyn Bienemy-Moseley; adopted brother, Leroy Bienemy; and godson, Don Bienemy. Burnette graduated from Phoenix High School and went on to attend and graduate from Tulane University and Delgado Community College. She was employed by the Orleans Parish School Board where she worked as a Paraprofessional in Special Education for 30 years. She also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Nurse Registry Gifted Nurses.

Burnette was an affectionate, kindhearted, caring, giving, and a hard working individual. She was born in New Orleans, LA, and resided in Plaquemine Parish. She moved to New Orleans, LA, where she made her home and was known for her compassionate nature, giving spirit and witty sense of humor. She was a woman of strong faith, and was a devoted member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church & International Shrine of St. Jude Catholic Church. Burnette was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Oliver Barthelemy and adopted brother, Terrell Bienemy.

Relatives and friends of the family; Pastors, Officers, and members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church & International Shrine of St. Jude Catholic Church, Second Baptist Church of Algiers, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Services honoring the life of Burnette Matthews at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church & International Shrine of St. Jude Catholic Church, 411 North Rampart Street, New Orleans, La.

On Saturday, March 8, 2025 for 10 am. Visitation will begin at 8:00am-9:30am. Pastor Tony Rogelio, OMI will officiate. Interment at Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum, 8200 Airline Drive, Metairie, La. Professional Arrangements are entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611

LA-23, Belle Chasse, La. 70037. (504)208-2119

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