Severo B. Barela passed away on Friday, June 5, 2015, surrounded by his children and grandchildren, at the age of 85 years old.
He was born Nov. 6, 1929.
Severo was a longtime painter in Northern Arizona and his work can still be seen in the area. He was a 4th Degree Knight in the Catholic Church and served as an usher for over 50 years. Severo chaired the AA Monday night meeting for many years and was a mentor for many who needed his help. He recently received his 30-year sobriety chip, something he was very proud of.
Severo enjoyed hunting, but fishing was his passion for the last few years, which he passed on to his children and grandchildren. He was a real competitor and loved catching the most fish, something he did most of the time.
He was blessed to live a beautiful life until the very end, which we will always thank the Lord for.
He is survived by four daughters, Antonia, Bernadette, Karen and Ester (Kirk); six sons, Frank (Patsy), Junie, Patrick, Raymond (Kim), Michael (Nancy) and Jerry (Jo); 36 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; his sister, Mary Maestas; his brother, Sammy Barella (Frances); many nieces and nephews; and our extended Sedillo family.
We love you Daddy, we will miss you…your children.
Owens Livingston Mortuary of Holbrook was in charge of the arrangements.
