Judith E. Bernard

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for Forever. Psalms 23:6 KJV


Be still, and Know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalms 46:10 KJV

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of a Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great Grandmother Judith E. Bernard. She predeceased by her parents and siblings Mr. Henry Z. Woodson, Sr. Mrs. Laura King Woodson, and her Biological mother Lou A. Turkey, Siblings Ms. Agnes Woodson, Mrs. Philomena M. Woodson-David. Judith is survived by her Sweetheart husband Mr. Cessou Bernard, Sr. three children Mrs. Yvette Alasa, (son in-law Nusa Alasa), Ms. Delphine Bernard and Mr. Cessou Bernard, Jr., four Grandchildren Britney Alasa, Devin White, Malik Alasa, Danae White, one Great daughter Aniyah Oliveira. Host of family including Brothers, Sisters, Nieces, Nephews, cousins, in-law, and friends. Judith was the pillar of our family and a very loving devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Registered Nurse, as well as a dedicated Healthcare Professional for over 30th long years. Words cannot express the shock and devastation the family fells at this time. Some of her greatest accomplishments and love was her dedication to God first, family, friends and to the community.

After she retired from her nursing career, she still felt that she had to continue giving to humanity. She then when to volunteer her services with "Catholic Migration" as an advocate for rental inequity. The loss of this tiny in stature, mighty-willed woman, will be felt by many. Our tears, and memories will provide comfort, but the blessing of knowing God has called our Sweet Mother home as an Angel, shall cover us all. Our Mother was our father's "Sweetheart" of 48 years, Judith was affectionately known as "Gan Gan," named by her eldest Grand Daughter as a baby,

Viewing of the body is schedule for April 24th, 2020 at 2pm-4pm. Limited to immediate family, no more than 9-10 peoples due to the COVID19 Pandemic. Burial and Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Flower can be sent to Petrik Funeral Home Cremation 140 Palisade Ave, Bogota, New Jersey 07603. Tel# 201 384 9432.

Contact information:

  • Delphine Bernard, 718-807-8745

  • Abeosse Woodson-Freeman, 804-334-8812