Ralph M. "Rafael" Barela

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Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home - St. Clair Shores

Posted events

February 6, 2026

Feb

Service

10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Christ, Our Light! Catholic Church

3077 Glouchester, Troy, MI 48084

Feb

Memorial Mass

10:30 a.m.

Christ, Our Light! Catholic Church

3077 Glouchester, Troy, MI 48084

Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home - St. Clair Shores

Posted an obituary

February 6, 2026

Ralph Barela Obituary

The world became a little less bright on February 3, 2026, with the passing of Ralph (Rafael) Barela. Born on November 22, 1948, in Ft. Sumner, NM, Ralph's infectious laughter and unending humor brought joy to everyone around him. He was p... Read Ralph Barela's Obituary