Charlie Barela

Charlie Barela passed away on October 18, 2019 in San Rafael, New Mexico. He was 82 years of age. He was born on February 17, 1937 in San Rafael, New Mexico.

Mr. Barela was a uranium miner / hoist man and had previously worked at the Kerr McGee and Anaconda mining companies. He was most recently employed with the San Rafael Water Department. He enjoyed working on cars, hunting and going to the casino. He was loved and will be missed.

He is survived by his daughter; JoAnn Barela. His companion; Bessie DeBassige along with her children; Peter DeBassige, John DeBassige, and Emilia DeBassige. Six grandchildren. His siblings; Eugene Barela, Danny Barela and his wife Lita, Steve Barela and his wife Katie. His brother in law; Edward Ross Jr. along with his son in law; Bo Ward and numerous nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Donaciano Barela and Petrita Apodaca Barela. His siblings; Frank Barela, Rachael Serna, Eufemia Serna and Cora Ross.

On Wednesday October 23, 2019 at San Rafael Catholic Church a Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm, at 7:00 pm a Rosary will be recited. On Thursday October 24, 2019 also at San Rafael Catholic Church at 10:00 am a Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Faustinus Ibebuike. Burial will follow at San Rafael Community Cemetery.

Pallbearers include; Tommy Barela, Bo Ward, Gary Serna, John DeBassige, Obed Salas, and Lee Sena.

Honorary Pallbearers include; Lazare DeBassige, and John DeBassige II.

Online condolence my be sent to the family at www.copegallup.com

Cope Memorial Chapel of Gallup is entrusted with arrangements.