Ernestine Barber Mathis passed away due to complications of pneumonia. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Edward Mathis, Sr. She is survived by her children Carol Duca, Barbara Edmonds, Tom Mathis, Jr., Richard Mathis and Christopher Mathis; her grandchildren Scott Jolet, Nicole Mathis, Thomas Claire, Lauren and Christopher Farrell; her great-grandchildren Zachary Jolet and Madison Vinson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be invited to attend her memorial at a later date at the home of one of her children. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements, 504.366.4343. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com.