Jonathan Maurice "Reese" Bertrand

Jonathan Maurice Bertrand, affectionately known as “Reese,” unexpectedly entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the age of 61. Reese’s legacy of LOVE, kindness, and faith will forever be etched into the hearts of all who knew him.

Reese was born on August 14, 1963, in Port Chester, New York, to the late Jacqueline Tindle Bertrand. He was educated in the Port Chester and Yonkers public schools.

Reese was a beacon of LOVE, light, kindness and compassion, a man whose heart was unlimited and knew no bounds. Reese’s strength, grace, humility, and presence were a source of joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. In 2024, Reese rededicated his life to the Lord at Bethel Baptist Church in White Plains, New York, under his Christian experience. Reese was a devoted Christian, who walked closely with the Lord, sharing his LOVE in all that he did.

For 35 years, Reese was a faithful and dedicated employee at Martine Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, formerly known as Schnurmacher Nursing Home. Reese worked tirelessly during COVID to make sure the residents at Martine had what they needed during a very difficult time. Reese looked at the residents as if they were a part of his extended family. He cared deeply for people and always wanted the best for everyone. During Reese’s tenure at Martine, he was also a 1199 Union Rep. Reese took his position very seriously, making sure that everyone who belonged to the Union knew their rights and was educated on current issues.

Reese enjoyed all sports, but especially his beloved New York teams – the Knicks, Giants and Yankees. Reese could tell you something about each team and all the players. Another passion of his was he LOVED to sing, write lyrics, and produce musical compositions. He also began studying music technology. Reese taught himself all the notes and the keyboard, which was very soothing after a busy day at the nursing home.

Reese’s sudden departure leaves a deep void in the hearts of his family, friends and colleagues. Reese leaves behind a legacy of inspiration, an immeasurable sense of humor and a beautiful bright smile.

Reese was predeceased in death by his mother, Jacqueline Tindle Bertrand and his sister Joyce Bertrand-Cotton. Reese leaves to cherish his memory - his fiancée, Monica C. Andralliski; brothers and sisters-in-law: Tyrone and Gigi Bertrand, Timothy Bertrand, Kelvin Bertrand, Christopher and Liz Bertrand; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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ATTENTION: During the continuing COVID & various health concerns, as we phase back into smaller capacity public visitations/services, we need your help in limiting/controlling the number of people, so please govern yourself accordingly for the health & safety of all. Thank you so kindly!

A Wake/Visitation will be held on Thursday May 15th, 2025, from 10:00AM-11:30AM at Bethel Baptist Church, followed by Funeral Service at 11:30AM. So you may come to the Church to try to attend, & feel free to wear masks. At the very least you can get hand sanitizer & sign the register book (NOTE: please feel free to bring your own pen). If not at capacity, you will be allowed in to have a seat; but if at capacity by the time you get there, you may be required to leave the premises after signing register book, so as not to be in violation nor cause a health hazard, so please govern yourself accordingly. Regardless of if you're able to enter/be seated, or not, please refrain from too much touching/hugging/handshaking, preferably elbow bumping briefly if at all. If instructed, PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY leave the building & premises if the church is at their capacity. PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY follow & abide by the directions of the funeral home staff and/or church & cemetery personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of the services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the funeral home and/or church, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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The Entire Staff of Lee's Funeral Home, LLC respects that the family of Jonathan Maurice "Reese" Bertrand entrusted the care of their loved one to us, and that they value the level of service & attention our funeral home provides. We are honored, in turn, to provide comfort, assistance and service to the family of Jonathan Maurice "Reese" Bertrand during their time of bereavement.

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Please leave written condolences now herein on the Memory Wall to express your sorrow, share your memories, and as an expression of sympathy & way to communicate with/offer comfort to the family, that they and others may see, and may be a lasting tribute in his honor, whether you're able to attend or not. Definitely Please SIGN IN on the Memory Wall as a virtual way of signing the register book, especially if choosing to stay safe/not able to sign in person.

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Please feel free to come to the church wearing a mask, & feel free to wear a mask inside the church &/or at cemetery, and social distance as much as possible. If you know you have a coronavirus/COVID-19; are sick/experiencing symptoms of coronavirus/COVID-19/Measles; are immuno-compromised and/or have health/other conditions that make your body more susceptible to illness, please do NOT attend any services nor come to any facility. Please feel free to bring & use your own pen for signing the family's register book - you are encouraged to please BRING & use your own PEN for signing. Please follow & abide by the rules of the church, and directions of the funeral home staff and/or church & cemetery personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & any policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the church and/or funeral home, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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As a lasting tribute, you may choose to plant a tree and/or a contribution may be made in his name/memory/honor to a charity of your choice. If sending flowers, they may be delivered either on Wednesday May 14th by/before 6:00PM to Lee's Funeral Home, or on Thursday May 15th, 2025 by/before 9:45AM to Bethel Baptist Church. The Family Thanks You!