Memories of Reynaldo "Rey" Barrera Jr

In memory of

Reynaldo "Rey" Barrera Jr

Arlington, TX

December 14, 1943 - April 7, 2026

Dec 14, 1943 - Apr 7, 2026

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Richard Adame

I am Richard Adame, nephew to Rey Barrera.

Uncle Rey loved his Hispanic food, and he always showed up for family when they needed him.

I remember staying at my grandparents’ house growing up. There was always what I thought of as “strange” food - menudo, sesos con huevos, tacos de lengua. Because of Rey’s encouragement - or maybe because he made it a bit of a challenge - I ended up trying all of them. Otherwise, I probably never would have.

That was Rey - pushing you just enough to try something new.

At least now I can say I’ve had them... and that’s all I’ll say about that.

I grew up in Corpus Christi and later went to college in Boston. I didn’t get to come home often - plane tickets weren’t cheap. But every time I did come back to Texas, Rey was there waiting for me when I got off the plane.

As we walked to my connecting flight, we’d talk about everything. He always had words of encouragement as I worked my way through college.

Those moments meant more to me than I can fully express, and I never forgot them.

That was Rey - taking care of family.

One trip stands out. I was traveling with my young kids from Boston to Corpus Christi with a layover in Dallas-Fort Worth. When we landed, we found out our connecting flight had been canceled due to tornadoes. I called Uncle Rey and told him what was going on.

Eight hours later - after several more cancellations - our last flight of the night was canceled too. Without hesitation, Rey and Anna offered to take us in for the night.

That was Rey - helping family when they truly needed it.

My kids and I still talk about that trip - not just the adventure, but the kindness the Barrera family showed us.

Rey, you are in my thoughts and in my heart.

May God be with you as you continue your journey.

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