Charles Emil Barrio's Obituary
Charles Emil Barrio passed away peacefully in his home on January 14, 2025 in Abita Springs, Louisiana at 55 years of age. A native of Covington, he was born on September 4, 1969 in Metairie, LA.
Charles was well known for his strong worth ethic, improving, fixing, renovating, setting up, and more. It was a common occurrence to hear him jamming out to his music as he worked. He proudly served on Archbishop Hannan High School’s Facilities and Maintenance team for a number of years. If something needed to be done, Charles was the person to call.
Charles was a wonderful father to his children, Tyler and Graci who were his pride and joy, second only to his wife Mandy who he adored and treasured. His family and friends meant the world to him, and his undying love was almost as loud as his voice when the game was on. Be it LSU or the Saints, he was going to watch it while sharing a delicious home cooked meal with his family and friends and ending the night off with a couple of games of 31. Ultimately, most of his time was spent on his biggest hobby - working.
He is survived by the love of his life, Amanda “Mandy” Barrio, married 22 of the 26 years they shared together. Their son Tyler Barrio and fiancée Tori Johnson, daughter Graci Barrio, Mother Kristin Barrio, Brothers Christopher “Chris” Barrio; wife Harriet, Robert “Keith” Barrio; wife Traci, Mother-in-law Glenda Flot, and many nieces, nephews, and many, many, friends. He is preceded in death by his father Carl Emil Barrio, Uncle Loren Anderson, Father-in-Law Lawrence Coleman Flot III, and best friend Darren Mathas.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Avenue, Covington LA 70433 on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM with visitation and celebration of Mr. Barrio’s life on Saturday beginning at 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM.
The Barrio family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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