Obituary of Stephen Alvin Barela

Stephen Alvin Barela, 64, passed away November 1, 2021 in his home town Colorado Springs, CO. He is preceded in death by his parents Bennie and Eufelia (Martinez) Barela, and brother, Gasper Barela. Steve is survived by his wife, Ida Vasquez-Barela; His children Felice (Jerome) Vigil, Stephen C. Barela, Vincent (Willie) Barela, and Miranda (Israel) Vera-Hermosillo; His stepchildren Leona (Eric) Morales, Lucas (Asbury) Lujan and Louie Lujan; 13 grandchildren, and one great granddaughter; His siblings, Sam (Ventura) Barela, Eileen (Danny) Baracz, Fred (Joan) Barela, Jean Quintana, Betty Medina, and Tina (Joe) Saliba; and multiple nieces and nephews. He attended Palmer High School and furthered his education attending the University of Colorado at Boulder. Steve worked for many years in Civil Service in various positions at the United States Air Force Academy. Steve had an unwavering pride for his children. His hobbies included watching movies, riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles, playing softball, and watching NFL football, especially his favorite team, the Denver Broncos. If he wasn't at home watching football or movies, he enjoyed taking peaceful drives through the mountains with Ida and their dog Charli. He will be remembered as an extremely hard worker who had a witty sense of humor. Steve will be deeply missed as he was a loving husband, great friend, loyal confidant and loved by many. On Thursday November 11, 2021, there will be a Viewing from 4-6 PM followed by a Rosary at 6:00 PM. The Memorial Service will be on Friday November 12, 2021, at 11:00 AM. Both events will be held at The Springs Funeral Services-North at 6575 Oakwood Blvd., C/S, CO 80923. A reception for Steve's celebration of life will immediately follow the Memorial service at 1:00 PM at Springs Adventist Academy Gymnasium, 5410 Palmer Park Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80915.

Events

 

Visitation

 

Thursday, November 11, 2021

4:00PM - 6:00PM

The Springs Funeral Services - North

6575 Oakwood Blvd.

Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Phone: 719-207-8611

 

Rosary

 

Thursday, November 11, 2021

6:00PM

The Springs Funeral Services - North

6575 Oakwood Blvd.

Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Phone: 719-207-8611

 

Memorial Service

 

Friday, November 12, 2021

11:00AM

The Springs Funeral Services - North

6575 Oakwood Blvd.

Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Phone: 719-207-8611

 

Celebration of Life

 

Friday, November 12, 2021

1:00PM

The Springs Adventist Academy

5410 Palmer Park Boulevard

Colorado Springs, CO 80915

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