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68, died peacefully at his home March 25, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Horace and Eva Barco; brother, Earl Barco; and son, Jerry Barco. He is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughter, Samantha; brother, Irvin; in-laws, Jerry Garcia, and Richard and Sandra Midulla; nieces, Andria and Tracy Midulla; and grandniece, Marley. Don had a passion for family, cigars, music, and friends that was shared through his presence, spirit, and laughter in King Corona Cigars, which he and Brenda founded in 1998. Don's contribution to Ybor City and the community of Tampa will be seen for many years. He will be missed greatly and his spirit will be felt eternally. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be sent to St. Jude's or the Crisis Center of Tampa.
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Mitchell Guerra, Don Barco, Eddie Garcia, Randy Mothershed and David Mulinax
RANDY MOTHERSHED
April 24, 2019
RANDY MOTHERSHED
April 24, 2019
Lily Alfonso
April 9, 2019
Brenda & Samantha, Im so sorry for your loss and may you remember all the good times with him. He was a great man and will be missed.
Patty Safos
April 8, 2019
Dear Brenda and Sam, sorry for your loss wishing the best for you and your Family! Don was a great customer baseball coach friend and family member to us! Love from the Safos Family, Patty, Sergio and ChrisIII
Michael and Mary Machin
April 7, 2019
Your in our thoughts and prayers
April 7, 2019
IN loving memories Richard Avila
Darlene Provenzano
April 7, 2019
Brenda and family ,so sorry that Don has passed, I know he is in a better place, no more pain. I used to see both of you walking holding hands, around the block. I have known Don, since I was a teenager, when I was going with Tommy Provenzano. We married in 1969, Don was are best man in our wedding. He was always a kind person, he was my mom 's neighbor . I remember my son, Nicky would always go to get cigars from Don. He always was good to me, even when I would to see him, he would always give me a hug. May you be at peace, my friend, Don. Brenda may also find peace. RIP
Orlando and Sylvia Machin
April 1, 2019
Dear Brenda Our prayers are with you and your family we have known Don since high school and he was a great wonderful nice person may God watch over you always and Forever
Derik *Machin
March 30, 2019
Dear Brenda and family I started cutting your grass when I was a small boy with my mom and dad along time ago and I was so great full for you and your husbands kindness the conversations I had with Don , the advice he gave me about life and family , will last forever with me I'm truly saddened and the world lost a such a kind man , so Brenda if you ever need a hand or a favor I'm there for you , Love Derik
Linda Mannone
March 30, 2019
My condolences to the loss of your husband Don. I went to school with Don, remembering him always with a smile and many friends. I also lost my husband and understand what you are about to face. May God and your friends comfort you. Linda Martinez Mannone
Robert and Darlene Leavines
March 30, 2019
Brenda we are so sorry about Don's passing. Our hearts break for you and family. Don was a special person and he will be missed. Our heartfelt sympathy. ❤
Randy and Marlene Mothershed
March 29, 2019
Brenda,Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Randy and I will always remember the good times we shared with you and Don.
Love, Randy and Marlene
Chet & Diane
March 29, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the family of Don Barco. This man will be missed by many.
Kim DeFalco
March 28, 2019
Dear Brenda, Sam and family, so many of our hearts are crying with the passing of this wonderful man. A friend to so many of us - listening, sharing history, anecdotes, music and overall kindness. Brenda, so many of us recognized Don and you as being an integral part of the community - particularly Ybor City and Palmetto Beach. Both of you offered so much to so many of us. I consider it a privilege to have crossed paths with you as neighbors on 7th Avenue when you opened King Corona so many years ago. My sincerest prayers and love for all of you. An honor that our paths crossed ...
Wayne Metziere
March 28, 2019
Brenda, Patty and I were heartbroken when we heard of Don's passing. He was such a wonderful and extraordinary Gentleman. I have my wonderful memories of Don from him lying on his back unable to move off of homeplate on the Mustang Field, to seeing him in your little shop in Ybor Square to enjoying his company with that smile and laughter at King Corona. He was a wonderful and kind man and it was my honor and privilege to have known him. Good Bless you and your Family. Wayno
March 28, 2019
So many will miss you greatly. You were a true benefit to Tampa, Ybor and so many who loved and admired you.
Love,
Anthony D'Avanza
March 27, 2019
Dear Brenda and Family, A sweet and happy guy. Will always remember the fun we had in the mountains. The love and laughter we shared will always be in my heart and mind. Praying always and sending you and family much love. Margie Waters
March 27, 2019
So shocked to hear of his death. He was such a great guy. My sincere condolences to Brenda and the family.
Ellen Marshall
Annette DeLisle
March 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Barco Family. Don was a great guy and will be sorely missed.
Valerie Acton
March 27, 2019
My condolences to Brenda & the entire Barco family. May God bless you all.
Bren Holloway
March 27, 2019
Brenda , Samantha and family my heart hurts so deeply for you and I am heartbroken. Don was absolutely one of the most amazing people I've ever crossed paths with and I am a better person from knowing him.He was always so incredibly kind to everyone he met ,always had that big beautiful smile on his face and made everyone that he met feel like they were an old friend . He had a depth to him like no other that touched your soul..The world truly was a better place with him in it. Please know he will always be remembered for the extraordinary man that he was. He will forever be in our hearts as will his beautiful family that he cherished so deeply.❤
Merci Beiro
March 27, 2019
My condolences to Brenda and all the Barco family. What a wonderful legacy he leaves to have been so loved and respected by all that knew him. May God keep you safe in his arms during this most difficult time.
Merci
Dennis Almeda
March 27, 2019
God be with you
Dennis Almeda
March 27, 2019
Today I cry for your lost my friend, sending prayers to your family.
Carl M Aldridge Jr
March 27, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Don was a great person with a wonderful personality. I knew him since he was a young boy since he grew up in my neighborhood with my cousin Jackie Glover on Palmetto Beach.
Walter Romeo
March 27, 2019
Brenda and Samantha my deepest condolences to you on the passing of your husband and father. Don was a great man and a leader in the development of the culture of Ybor city through King Coronas and his volunteer work with numerous Ybor organizations . His name and contributions and his legacy will live on forever in Ybor city history
Regina Hair
March 27, 2019
Prayers for peace and understanding to Brenda, Samantha, family and friends. Don is deeply loved.
JKH/JW
March 27, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Barco Family for the loss of your loved one, Don, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
Sam & Annie Sardegna
March 27, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family
Brenda Almeda
March 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family of Don Barco. I will always remember his kindness and humor.
Sara Romeo
March 27, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda and the family. He was a great man and loved his family.
Rudi Heim
March 27, 2019
Don you will be missed, the impact you made on so many of will always be remembered. RIP my friend.
Paul & Elaine Muley
March 27, 2019
Don was a good person and friend. He will be missed. Sending our thoughts to Don's family.
Larry Almeda
March 27, 2019
Even though he's gone
his memory still remains in our hearts.
His smile and face will never fade.
We think of him as we go on each day.
The good times we remember
and the days spent together
will be in our memories forever.
You will be missed Don.
Your friend Larry.
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