Flowers for Barbara

Barbara Barrios was a beacon of love and kindness in our lives. Born and raised in New Orleans, she spent many years as a paralegal and was a long-time resident of Goodhope and LaPlace, Louisiana. Barbara was the heart of our family, a devoted mother to two daughters and two sons, grandmother to seven, and great-grandmother to five. She was married to my late father, Barry Barrios, and together they built a home filled with warmth and laughter. They loved to garden her and my father both loved to garden together. They would spend hours planting beautiful flowers of all colors.

Barbara had a gift for making everyone feel welcome. She was giving, caring, and always put others before herself. Her home was a gathering place, especially during the holidays, when she would cook meals that brought family and friends together. My friends became her children, and she treated everyone with the same love and generosity. One of our cherished traditions was sharing breakfast together every morning. Making her coffee was a simple act that brought her so much joy, and her smile would light up the room. I wish I could make her one more cup.

We are raising funds to cover funeral and transportation expenses so we can lay Barbara to rest with my father. Any support will help us honor her memory and give her the farewell she deserves. Thank you for helping us celebrate the life of a truly remarkable woman.