Barbosa, Faustino C. 1930-2024 St. Joseph, Mo.
By NewsPress Now
Faustino “Faust” C. Barbosa, 94, of St. Joseph, peacefully passed away surrounded by family at his home on Oct. 12, 2024.
Faustino was the fourth of 14 children born to Mauricio and Pachita (Cruz) Barbosa on Feb. 15, 1930. He graduated from Christian Brothers High School and was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Antonia Fernandez, on Sept. 27, 1957, and she passed away in 2007.
He worked for Swift & Company and later retired from the Gas Service Company.
He had two children; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren: and one great-great-grandchild that he dearly loved.
He generously dedicated his time helping with several organizations in St. Joseph, especially within the Latino community receiving numerous recognitions for his selfless service.
Faith and family were foremost, he was devoted to praying the rosary, attending St. Patrick’s Church, and Mir House of Prayer. He was also a Communion Minister and volunteered for the Food Pantry. Faust was well known for his inviting conversations, sincere compassion, and infectious smile.
He is proceeded in death by his beloved wife, Antonia Barbosa; son, Damacio “Don” Barbosa; grandson, Zachary March; and brothers E.C. (Pelen), Merced, Rico, Jason Barbosa; sisters, Lupe Cathcart, Christina Torres, Mary Helen White, Ruth (Cuca) Curtin, and Bernie Ceglenski; infants, Robert and Damacio.
He is survived by daughter, Elizabeth Barbosa; grandchildren, Nicholas Matt (Evelia), Amber Matt (Jim), Noah March, Jaselyn Barbosa, Olivia Barbosa (Kyler); and great- grandchildren, Jimena Garcia (Robert), Damian Matt, Gage Matt, Jesse Mason Jr. (Kailey), Kymber Mason, Mia Matt, J March; and great-great-grandchild, Violet; brother, Jesse Barbosa (Wanda); sister, Julia Burris; as well as many dearly loved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Faustino was a dedicated husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend, and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
Mass of Christian Burial & Public Livestream 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:30 p.m. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Mir House of Prayer.
Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
