In Memoriam : Arturo Barrera
Arturo Rolando Barrera - age: 88
(May 07, 1923 to December 19, 2011 ) Resident of Laredo, Texas Visitation Information: Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels 719 Loring at Cortez Laredo, Texas 78040 (956) 722-0001 Visitation: Wednesday, December 21, 2011 Visiting Hours: 5 to 8 p.m. Vigil for the Deceased: 6:30 p.m. Funeral Services: Thursday, December 22, 2011 Procession Departure: 9:40 a.m. Church: Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Interment: Laredo City Cemetery Obituary: Arturo Rolando Barrera, Sr., 88, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 19, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Leocadia C. Barrera; parents-in-law, Edgardo and Virginia Gonzalez, Sr.; brother, Carlos M. Barrera; and brothers-and-sister-in-law, Oscar M. Laurel, Sr., Edgardo Gonzalez, Jr., and Alma Gonzalez Johnson. Arturo is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years of marriage Virginia G. Barrera; sons and daughters Arturo (Gloria Estela) Rolando Barrera, Jr., Esther (Manuel) Gutierrez, Miguel (Elia Norma) Edgardo Barrera, Guillermo (Socorro) J. Barrera and Gilberto (Ruby) L. Barrera; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Vera Buitron Barrera, Elsa Laurel and Gloria V. Gonzalez; and brother-in-law Tom Johnson. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other loved relatives and friends. The family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to: Dr. Milton Haber and his Staff as well as the Nurses and Staff on the 2nd floor of the Laredo Specialty Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. |
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Suzie Schafer - December 20, 2011  Contact this person
Esther, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I am out of town but will offer my Mass and communion for your dad on Thursday.
WILLIAM MAYO - December 21, 2011 Contact this person
GUILLERMO --THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. -YOUR OLD, OLD FRIEND --BILL MAYO
Ed Ramirez Jr. - December 21, 2011 Contact this person
Mrs. Barrera and family,
I was saddened to read of Arturo's passing but I know he is in a better place now. I really enjoyed working with him on Rotary projects and I know he will be missed by many. Please accept my most sincere condolences, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Candy Hein - December 21, 2011 Contact this person
I knew Mr. Barrera for a long time but only was close to him these last few years. He was a mentor and role model for me. Will miss his wisdom and friendship. My prayers are with you all.
George Dawson - December 22, 2011 Contact this person
Nina, The most memorable week of my year as Governor was spending it with you and Arturo. Lorraine and I came to feel a most affectionate and special connection with the two of you. I feel as if I've lost a member of my family. My love and peace to you.
Larry Lepovitz - December 22, 2011 Contact this person
Our deepest condolances to the family Barrera on the passing of Mr. Arturo Barrera. He was a real gentleman.
Delia elaine Fuentes-carrizales - December 22, 2011 Contact this person
Good afternoon,our condolences to the family of Mr. Barrera. Our daughter Josette is very fond of Mrs. Gutierrez here at Blessed Sacrament School and she sends a big hug and kiss to her. We will keep the family in our prayers. God Bless you all.
Sylvia Vela - December 22, 2011 Contact this person
Our deepest sympathy to the Barrera Family on your loss. Our prayers are with you.
--Luis & Sylvia Vela
Nick Villarreal - December 22, 2011 Contact this person
Our condolences on loss. Our thoughts and prayers were with you.
SARA MONTEMAYOR GONZALEZ - January 2, 2012 Contact this person
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, ESTHER, AND YOUR FAMILY.
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