Verna Mae Blanchard

St. Martinville - A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 17, 2026 at Pellerin Funeral Home in St. Martinville for Verna Mae Blanchard, 78, who passed away on April 14, 2026 at St. Agnes Healthcare & Rehab Center.

A visitation will take place at Pellerin Funeral Home in St. Martinville on Friday from 7:30 AM until time of service.

A rosary will be prayed at 10:00 AM on Friday.

Deacon Adam Conque will officiate at the funeral service. Readers will be Burton Berard, Jr., Reagan Berard and Roxanne Trahan.

Burial will be at a later date.

Verna Mae Blanchard will be remembered for the love she poured into the simple, meaningful moments of life. She had a special gift for bringing people together, especially through her cooking. Holiday meals prepared by Verna were more than just food-they were expressions of love, warmth, and family tradition that will be cherished forever.

She found joy in music and dancing, often lighting up a room with her spirit and energy. Whether it was a favorite song playing or a quiet evening at home, Verna knew how to appreciate life's little pleasures. She also had a fondness for the excitement of the casino, enjoying the thrill and fun it brought her.

Above all, Verna cherished her time at home and the memories she created with those she loved. Her presence brought comfort, laughter, and togetherness to everyone around her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her daughter, Meverly Bernard (Burt); grandchild, Burton Bernard, Jr. (Danielle); great-grandchildren, Shea Bernard, Reagan Bernard, Cru Bernard and Memphis Bernard; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald J. Blanchard; parents, Alfred and Louise Albert; brother Ernest Albert; and sister, Juanita Gaspard.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Heart of Hospice and St. Agnes Nursing Home.

Pellerin Funeral Home (337-332-2111) is in charge of arrangements.