Edwardo Barbosa

Edwardo Barbosa, age 79, passed away on November 3, 2026. Born in Brownsville, TX, on May 25, 1947, Edwardo graduated from Brownsville High School and carried forward a steady devotion to family, work, and country throughout a life marked by constancy and care. Edwardo resided in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Edwardo worked as an operator for DuPont for 33 years, a long tenure that reflected reliability and loyalty in daily practice. Edwardo also served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years and 16 days, including two tours in Vietnam. Edwardo loved telling Navy stories, and those recollections—shared with warmth and pride—remain a lasting part of how Edwardo will be remembered.

On January 28, 1967, in Corpus Christi, Edwardo married Norma Y Barbosa (Perez). Their years together were shaped by enduring commitment and the kind-hearted presence Edwardo brought to those closest.

Edwardo found joy in simple, meaningful pursuits: gardening, fishing, and camping at the beach. Edwardo was superb at barbecuing, and time spent outdoors often became time spent together. Edwardo also coached sister Vanessa in softball for several years, offering steady encouragement and a loyal spirit that made a difference both on and off the field.

Among the most cherished memories are weekends at the beach—Edwardo fishing while mom and child swam—and a special family trip in 2000 to Disney World’s Millennium Celebration, where a full week was spent visiting all the parks. Edwardo wanted the family to see the celebration, a reflection of a beloved parent’s desire to share wonder, time, and togetherness.

Edwardo was preceded in death by father Ernesto Barbosa; mother Alicia (Ellison) Reyes; son Edwardo Barbosa Jr.; and daughter Vanessa J. (Barbosa) Lasskowki. Edwardo is survived by child Veronica Barbosa; siblings Imelda Garcia, George Barbosa, and Mary Alice Bustamante; grandchildren Victoria Abigail Barrera and Bryce Preston Laskowki; and great-grandchild Emmery Alina Alaniz.

A Committal Service will be held at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery, 9974 I-37, Corpus Christi, TX 78410, US, on November 16, 2026, from 10:00 am to 10:30 am.