Roland Antoine Barras Sr.

Published 12:00 am Thursday, November 9, 2023

Surrounded by the love of family and friends, Roland Antoine Barras Sr. peacefully passed away, leaving a legacy of love, strength and cherished memories that will continue to resonate in the hearts of those he held dear. May Jesus welcome him with open arms into the kingdom of Heaven.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held for Mr. Roland at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Fr. Keith Landry officiating. Interment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at David Funeral Home of New Iberia and resume at 8 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday, November 10, 2023. A Rosary will be prayed at 6 p.m. in the funeral home on Thursday evening led by the Men’s Rosary Group.

Roland was born in Iberia Parish in 1943 and graduated from Erath High School in 1961. He met the love of his life, Mitzi, in 1960 at Angelle’s dancehall in St. Martinville. Some of his fondest memories were of the times he spent dancing the night away with Mitzi at all of the surrounding honky tonks.

Roland’s life was a testament to love expressed through acts of service, such as cooking for loved ones and spending quality time with family and friends. His joy knew no bounds when he was babysitting his grandchildren, delighting in riding them around the yard on the tractor, creating precious memories filled with laughter and play.

Recognized as an exceptionally hard worker, Roland’s resilience and toughness were admirable traits that guided his journey through life, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. After undergoing 50+ surgeries we can definitely say that he maximized the use of all of his body parts and his enduring spirit and resilience in the face of suffering were truly remarkable.

Though Roland has left the world, the love and warmth he shared will forever echo through the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and remembered fondly by all who had the honor of knowing such a dedicated and loving man. His ability to find joy and laughter despite personal pain speaks volumes about his remarkable character and selflessness.

Roland Antoine Barras Sr. was a devoted husband to Jeanette “Mitzi” Barras; a cherished father to Roland “Rod” Antoine Barras Jr., Angie Green (Tim), Brock Barras (Christy) and his Canadian “son” Claude Tremblay (Liz); and a beloved grandfather to Zachery (Kayla) and Jacob Carline, Ethan, Mazie, Caroline, Julia, Benjamin, Paul Barras; “adopted” grandfather to Amelia Hebert; and brother to Elena East, Isabelle “Sue” Credeur, Mary LeBouef and Mona Leleux.

In addition to the heartfelt memory of Roland Antoine Barras Sr., it’s important to honor and recognize those who preceded him in death: his mother Lorena Reaux; father Sidney Barras; sister Alberta Dore; brothers John “LB”, Antoine Ullis Sr., Wade, Phillip, Demas Barras; along with his eldest child Roland Antoine Barras Jr.

Performing the duties of pallbearers for the service will be Dwayne Delahoussaye, John East, Bobby Estilette, Zachery Carline, Alex Leleux, Aaron Leleux, Benjamin Barras and Paul Barras. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Reaux, Perry Leleux and Claude Tremblay.

The family wishes to express their profound gratitude to Dr. Falterman, Dr. Gillespie, Dr. Thompson and Dr. Briere and their exceptional teams for their unwavering care and comfort throughout Roland’s courageous battle with cancer. Gratitude extends to nurse Johnathon Deshotels at Consolata nursing home for his compassionate care and providing love and support during Roland’s time there.

Family and friends may sign the guest register book and/or send condolences at www.davidfuneralhome.org.

David Funeral Home of New Iberia, 1101 Trotter St., 337-369-6336, is in charge of the arrangements.