Arthur Ernest Barbari

Arthur Ernest Barbari, age 90, of Pueblo, Colorado passed away on Sunday March 1, 2020. Arthur was born November 24, 1929. His parents, Ernest and Angelina migrated from Bologna, Italy. He grew up in Pictou, Colorado. (a mining town NW of Walsenburg.) Attended St. mary High School in Walsenburg, where he excelled in baseball. also, where he met his wife of 64 years Donna Jean. Upon his HS graduation, Art joined the navy and served during the Korean War.

After his Honorary Discharge, Art was hired by the Pueblo Army Depot which he worked for over 30 years as an electrician. During the 70's Martin Naglich and himself started their own electrical business, B & N Electric. The company mostly did new homes and upgrades for friends and businesses in Pueblo. Before his retirement, he worked in the Philippines for 18 months at the U.S. Naval Base Subic Bay.

Art loved to fish and pick mushrooms in the mountain areas near Cuchara/LaVeta which he passed down to his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed playing horseshoes, golfing, and Ping Pong. Art also enjoyed listening to Classic Country and Polka. He liked to watch old westers and sports.

Arthur was one of 8 children; Brothers Sam, Ralph, and Ernie; Sisters Elda, Olga, Adeline and one who has survived him, Marie. He is also survived by three sons; Michael (Cindy), Gary (Lynn) and Don (Alice); Grandchildren Jason (Christa) Barbari, Nichelle (Chris) Satterfield, Andrew Barbari, Nick Barbari, and Victoria Barbari; Great-grandchildren Max Barbari and Beauden Satterfield; Sister-in-laws Dorothy Barbari, and Nancy Barbari.

The family wants to thank and recognize Dr. George Birks and staff, Sharmar Village care Center as well as Suncrest Hospice; plus the staff of Imperial Memorial Gardens. also, the family wants to thank Father Prabhu Arokiasamy from St. Leander Parish for his services.

Arthur Barbari will be sadly missed for his stories, laughter, friendliness, and his over all kindness.

Viewing and Funeral Mass has already occurred.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.imperialfunerals.com for the Barbari family.