James Thomas Barreca

James was one of my students. He could always make me smile. I think of him often.

It is almost a year now. I miss you so much my baby. You were very special to me and I hope you knew it. Love you James.

I've been thinking about James a lot lately and how much I deeply miss him, but it certainly makes it easier knowing how loved he was by everyone. I can't speak for my nanny (James' mom) or Laurie, but I can certainly speak for myself when I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all of the great things you've said about my cousin. I love and miss you very much James! Please continue to watch over and guide me!

As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. Do your best...

A sad farewell to my friend of many years, James Barreca. James was a unique man. Even in high school, James always seemed wiser than his years. He had a kind, welcoming and gentle personality that made every conversation we had an absolute pleasure. James was also very intelligent, full of dreams and gutsy ambitions. At a young age, James led a campaign to gain the position of Justice of the Peace in St. Charles Parish Council. He did not win the seat but his campaign serves as a perfect...

God has called another of his Angels to come home.
James was an amazing young man. He was one of the sweetest and most repectful young men I have ever known. I will surely miss bumping into him and seeing his beautiful, bright smile and his hugs.
May God's love bring you peace and healing.

RIP James the last time I saw you was at a mardi gras ball you were all dressed up in a tux and so happy I will always remember you that way

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.