Paul J. “Honest Paul” Barrios died on Monday, April 13, 2009, at 10:45 p.m. at Ormond Nursing and Care Center. Age 74, he was a native of Westwego, but has lived in Norco for the past 30 years and was in Horticultural Sales. He was a Veteran Airman First Class in the United States Air Force.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beverly Erickson Barrios; two daughters, Belinda Barrios Rives and her former husband, Frank, and Blythe “Moo Moo” Barrios; one son, Barton C. Barrios and his wife, Celeste; one sister, Mary Jane Barrios Molaison and her husband, John Harknes; five grandchildren, Erin, Amy and Burks Rives and Breanne and Braden Barrios.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam J. Barrios and Olga Terrebonne Barrios Domangue. He was a friend of Bill W. for 25 years. A special thanks to the staff of the Ormond Nursing Care Center for your support and assistance through the years. Visitation was held on Thursday, April 16, 2009, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the St. Charles United Methodist Church, 1905 Ormond Blvd., Destrehan. A Memorial Service was held at 11 a.m. at the church with Rev. Dr. Juliet Spencer officiating.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF H. C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME IN NORCO. The family invites you to share your thoughts and fond memories in the Guest Book at www.mem.com.