Marie Marthe Rigaud
Marie Marthe Celestin Rigaud passed away at Broward Oak Rehabilitation Center in Plantation, Florida at the age of 101. She was born in Gros Morne, Haiti, a remote place where her father was completing an engineering project.
Daughter of the Engineer Architect, Georges Celestin and Therese Dupont.
Graduated from the Honorary School of Elie Dubois in Port-au-Prince where she learned the art
of savoir faire.
From one of her favorite saying
“Flattery is counterfeit currency it impoverishes the one who receives it”
“La flatterie est de la fausse Monnaie; elle appauvrit celle qui la reçoit”
In a few words Marthe Rigaud can be describe as genuine, simple, honest, true to herself and to others a loving person with a golden heart. Treating people with respect, dignity and special affection to her children, brothers; sisters, nieces, nephews and friends.
Her love for her children, grand children, great grand children was un-conditional.
Always positive, giving and willing to donate her last dollar.
A devoted mother and fervent Catholic conducting her family to practice the chain of prayers.
Her family adored her.
A true angel living among us. She personally organized food banks for the poor, fed the most neglected human in society affected by leprosy.
She always made time to assist and help others with the difficulties in life.
Sending the less fortunate to school; assisting others to safe passage to exile regardless of their
political affiliations.
She was well loved.
Her detailed oriented mind and her incredibly sharp memory were an asset for her entire
family.
Dates, birthdays and even phone numbers would not escape her. Year after year she was the one to remind us to call a cousin or a friend on their anniversary.
Another one of her saying
“Please do not dispute dates with me
Ce n’est pas necessaire de discuter les dates avec moi.
She was our homemade version of Alexa or Siri
Her passion for crochet showed patience to realize large table runners and cloths.
Reading and crosswords were also a hobby.
Her secret to longevity was expresso coffee and toast for breakfast.
Lots of sweets throughout the day.
(Cakes, Ice cream, Cookies and of course Chocolates)
Another one of her saying
“I consumed so much sugar that ants will crawl all over me”
“Foumis pral manger’m “
She is survived by 5 children, 15 grand children and 12 great grand children
Son: Philip Rigaud and his wife Eliane
Son: Pierre A. Rigaud
Daughter: Marie- Therese Rigaud Megie
Son: Harold Rigaud and his wife Marie Michele
Daughter: Dominique Rigaud Debrosse and husband Philippe
Predeceased husband: Nemours L Rigaud
Predeceased Son: Joel Rigaud
Predeceased Son: Nemours Rigaud Jr.
Predeceased brother: Pierre Celestin
Predeceased brother: Georges Celestin Jr.
Predeceased brother: Jean Celestin
Predeceased Sister: Eglantine Celestin
Predeceased brother: Gerard Celestin
Surviving sister: Raymonde Celestin
Surviving sister: Lucienne Celestin
Surviving brother: Henry Celestin
Marthe Celestin Rigaud will be missed, she will forever live in our hearts.
May God welcome her in his Kingdom.
The viewing will be on August 14th at 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care
1600 North University Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
For those unable to attend the Service, the family is offering LIVE streaming of the Tributes of a Lifetime Service on Friday, August 14, 2026 beginning at 9:30 AM. The link to attend LIVE is on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: LIVESTREAM
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Genevieve Poitevien
August 7, 2026, 6:14 pm
Chère tante Marthe et famille, merci pour avoire partagé votre vie avec un monde qui a trust peu souvent sue apprécier votre valeur.
Rachele
August 8, 2026, 12:58 pm
Matte, Madame Rigaud was a beautiful soul and always so kind. May God receive her, and bless her. Praying for protection and peace for all her loved ones as well.
Marie-Claude Rigaud
August 8, 2026, 5:24 pm
Bonne traversee tante Marthe!
Je me souviendrais toujour de ta gentillesse.
Mes sinceres condoleances à la famille.
Gilbert Celestin
August 9, 2026, 8:53 pm
Tante Mathou,
It is with deep sorrow that I mourn your passing. So long ago, you opened your heart to me and made me feel like just another one of your boys. You will never know how much that meant to me. Your sweet and gentle heart has left its mark on my soul. Certainly, Joel, Ti-Nemour and My Dad are welcoming you in through heavens gate, so I know you will be well cared for. Rest in peace. Gibou
HYLDER
August 10, 2026, 1:55 pm
HYLDER
Condolences to the Rigaud/Celestin families
Madame Marthe Rigaud
The memories of your generosity and your great kindness, when I visited your home during my adolescence has left a long lasting mark on my soul .
Warm embrace “”
Bon voyage……into the next world guided by the light of the Eternity .
Philippe Barjon
August 12, 2026, 2:09 pm
Nous de la Rue Roy nous nous souviendrons toujours de Mme Rigaud. De sa gentillesse, de son calme de toujours, son sourire, , ses bons mots,
May she Rest in Eternal Peace now.
Bon courage à toute la famille
Que Dieu vous donnes le support necessaire et vous accompagnes durant cette periode difficile.
Marjorie Previlon
August 12, 2026, 5:32 pm
Marjorie Previlon
My sinceres condolences to all the family members and friends, you were a very true one, rest in peace sweetheart
Nirva Narcisse
August 12, 2026, 6:44 pm
Dear Harold,
My deepest sympathy to your family during this difficult time. It was an extreme pleasure and honor to have your mother under our care. Thank you for trusting me and our team with her care. You were truly amazing children and such good sports throughout the journey. Your love, support, and dedication to your mother were evident and deeply appreciated.
Wishing your family comfort, strength, and peace.
Respectfully,
Nirva Narcisse BSN RN
Pascale Adrien Edmond
August 12, 2026, 10:29 pm
Matou was such a beautiful soul. I will forever remember her kindness, her beautiful smile, her great sense of humor and her deep love for her family and friends. You will always be remembered Matou. You lived a long and beautiful life. May you rest now in eternal peace. My deepest condolences to the entire family. You are in my prayers🙏🕯🕊️🤍
Tamara Lohier
August 13, 2026, 9:47 pm
Bon voyage, Mrs Rigaud (Matou)
Dans la galaxie du temps, une étoile s’est éteinte après avoir vécue 101 ans. 101 ans de courage! 101 ans d’amour inlassable pour l’existence elle-même.
Malgré toutes les épreuves que le temps et la vieillesse lui imposaient, elle exprimait une soif ardente de vivre.
Faisant partie du staff de West Broward Oaks, on était tous unis quotidiennement à la bercer et prodiguer des soins sans se lasser. Nous garderons d’elle l’image d’une âme généreuse et gentille.
Force et courage à tes enfants, tes petits enfants, à toute la famille élargie, à tes amis (es), et d’une façon toute spéciale à Thérèse.
Ton parcours et ta foi en Dieu serviront d’exemple aux jeunes générations.
QUE LA TERRE TE SOIT LEGERE, MOMMY MARTHE!
Myrlene Charles
August 14, 2026, 2:52 am
My deepest sympathies to the family. I have so many memories of the jokes tante Marthe used to exchange with Patrick! Rest in peace my dear and may God receive you in his loving embrace. 🙏🙏🙏
Daniele Zamor
August 14, 2026, 3:13 am
Repose en Paix Mme Rigaud. Que le Seigneur te reçoive en sa demeure éternelle. Deepest condolences to the entire family., mes voisins de la ruelle Roy Spécialement Harold and Marie Michelle. Dominique
Gregory REMARAIS
August 14, 2026, 3:46 am
Mme Rigaud, je ne vous connaissais pas personnellement mais, pour avoir été l’assistant de votre fille Dominique pendant plus de trois ans, je peux dire que vous aviez bien travaillé durant votre passage parmi nous. Merci!
Je vous souhaite un bon et doux voyage vers l’Orient Eternel. Vous serez dans mes prières.
Gregor Romain
August 14, 2026, 1:12 pm
Every time Madame Rigaud was in Atlanta visiting Harold, we would meet she would tell me stories about the old days in Haiti, I always looked forward to those conversations and would not miss the opportunity to spend this time with her.
May she rest in peace, my sympathies to all the family!
Pierre & Guerda Merone
August 14, 2026, 1:44 pm
Mathou was a wonderful friend whose kindness and beautiful spirit touched everyone who knew her. We feel blessed to have shared time and memories with her, and we will always cherish those moments. Though she is no longer with us, her love, her laughter, and the impact she made on our lives will never be forgotten. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. May she rest in eternal peace.
Josiane Adrien Hippolyte
August 14, 2026, 1:44 pm
Matou , you lived a long and beautiful life. You have known me since I was a baby and the bond between our Family has always been strong and sincere. My Mom and you were Sisters at heart. Now you are again together in paradise. You live behind a legacy of love and kindness, to all who had the privilege to cross your path. Rest in eternal Peace. Until we meet again…..,Deepest sympathy to the Family. love you Matou. 🙏🏽💔
Famille Mégie
August 14, 2026, 2:47 pm
Que son âme repose en paix et que Dieu l’accueille en son Paradis! Sincères condoléances à toute la famille. Que le souvenir de tous ces nombreux moments vécus ensemble vous apporte le réconfort. Courage à tous.
Lissa Dupuy
August 14, 2026, 4:19 pm
Mme Rigaud était une dame de toutes les époques, capable de créer des liens avec toutes les générations. Enfants, adolescents et adultes l’aimaient pour sa gentillesse, sa joie de vivre et sa présence si agréable. La vie lui a fait la grâce d’une longue existence, lui permettant de partager son amour avec tous ceux qui ont eu le bonheur de la côtoyer. Que ton âme repose en paix, Mme Rigaud, et que ta lumière continue d’éclairer le chemin de tous ceux que tu as tant aimés.