Carolyn Matherne

Carolyn Matherne ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Samart Funeral Home of Houma - Bayou Blue on Mar. 16, 2026.Carolyn Ann Matherne, a lifelong resident of Bourg, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026.A devoted member of St. Ann Catholic Church, Carolyn served her faith community for many years as a lector and Eucharistic minister. After 20 years of dedicated service with Terrebonne Parish School Board, she retired to provide compassionate care for her stepmother, Belle.Affectionately known as "T-Tante," Carolyn was a spirited matriarch of her family. Though she had no children of her own, Tante helped raise generations, never hesitating to share her seasoned wisdom on everything from child-rearing and cooking to the finer points of a card game. She was happiest when surrounded by family, enjoying a stiff Jack and Diet, or spending time on the water fishing and boating. Alongside Nancy, Lorraine, and Marie, she was the most vocal member of their own inseparable "Golden Girls."She is survived by her brother Terral "Terry" Matherne Sr., and a host of nieces and nephews who cherished her. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Clairville Pierre and Nora Boquet Matherne; her stepmother, Belle Matherne; brothers Francis "Purpy," Hilman "Buster," and Ray "Peter Rabit" Matherne; sisters Hilda Breaux, Elaine Orgeron, Lydia "Lee" LeBlanc, Marie LeBoeuf, and Lorraine Fanguy; and her dear sister-in-law and friend, Nancy Sanderson Matherne.A visitation will be held in her honor on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Bourg, Louisiana from 9:00 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at St. Ann Cemetery.Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.comSamart Funeral Home of Houma, 4511 West Park Ave, Gray has been entrusted with handling her arrangements.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.