Eugene “Gene” Firmin Barrios entered into eternal rest peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2020. He was born October 21, 1925, son of the late Alcide Firmin Barrios and Bertha “Tauntbat” Richard Barrios. Beloved husband of 65 years to the late Shirley Gros Barrios. Devoted father to Cynthia Barrios Finn and father-in-law to Dennis Stanton Finn, Jr. Loving Pawpaw to Alicia Finn Lee (Robert) and Dennis Stanton Finn, III (Richelle). Proud Great-Grandfather to Aidan Robert Lee, Dennis Stanton Finn, IV, and a baby boy on the way. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sister-in-laws: Burt (Annie), Harold (Earline), James (Myra), Lawrence (Elvira), and Jerry (Anna-Mae); his sisters and brother-in-laws: Edith Weaver (John) and Bertha Moreau (Gillroy). He will be missed and fondly remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Gene was born in Westwego, Louisiana and lived his remaining years in Harvey, a lifelong resident of the Westbank. A United States Army Veteran of World War II, he served his country in the European Theatre. He worked as an employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad for 36 years and a proud member of the Southern Pacific Railroad Retirees Club. His enjoyments in life were fishing, hunting, and his family. He was always willing to help any and everyone. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gene's memory to your favorite charity. A private service will be held for the immediate family only. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. The family invites all relatives and friends to sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.
Gene was born in Westwego, Louisiana and lived his remaining years in Harvey, a lifelong resident of the Westbank. A United States Army Veteran of World War II, he served his country in the European Theatre. He worked as an employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad for 36 years and a proud member of the Southern Pacific Railroad Retirees Club. His enjoyments in life were fishing, hunting, and his family. He was always willing to help any and everyone. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gene's memory to your favorite charity. A private service will be held for the immediate family only. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. The family invites all relatives and friends to sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.
Eugene “Gene” Firmin Barrios entered into eternal rest peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2020. He was born October 21, 1925, son of the late Alcide Firmin Barrios and Bertha “Tauntbat” Richard Barrios. Beloved husband of 65 years to the late Shirley Gros Barrios. Devoted father to Cynthia Barrios Finn and father-in-law to Dennis Stanton Finn, Jr. Loving Pawpaw to Alicia Finn Lee (Robert) and Dennis Stanton Finn, III (Richelle). Proud Great-Grandfather to Aidan Robert Lee, Dennis Stanton Finn, IV, and a baby boy on the way. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sister-in-laws: Burt (Annie), Harold (Earline), James (Myra), Lawrence (Elvira), and Jerry (Anna-Mae); his sisters and brother-in-laws: Edith Weaver (John) and Bertha Moreau (Gillroy). He will be missed and fondly remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Gene was born in Westwego, Louisiana and lived his remaining years in Harvey, a lifelong resident of the Westbank. A United States Army Veteran of World War II, he served his country in the European Theatre. He worked as an employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad for 36 years and a proud member of the Southern Pacific Railroad Retirees Club. His enjoyments in life were fishing, hunting, and his family. He was always willing to help any and everyone. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gene's memory to your favorite charity. A private service will be held for the immediate family only. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. The family invites all relatives and friends to sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.
Gene was born in Westwego, Louisiana and lived his remaining years in Harvey, a lifelong resident of the Westbank. A United States Army Veteran of World War II, he served his country in the European Theatre. He worked as an employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad for 36 years and a proud member of the Southern Pacific Railroad Retirees Club. His enjoyments in life were fishing, hunting, and his family. He was always willing to help any and everyone. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gene's memory to your favorite charity. A private service will be held for the immediate family only. A celebration of his life will be announced and held at a later date. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. The family invites all relatives and friends to sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.
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