Alejandro Barrera Obituary (1970 - 2011)

Alejandro "Alex" Barrera OGDEN - Alejandro "Alex" Barrera passed away at McKay-Dee Hospital surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 10, 2011. He was born on September 8, 1970 in Eagle Pass, TX to Gregorio S. and Adelina Gomez Barrera. Alex was raised in Ogden, Utah and here is where he met the love of his life, Jessica Gallegos on June 8, 1991 and became one and married on November 23rd 1999 in Ciudad Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico. Out of this beautiful marriage they created 4 wonderful children; Kayla (11), Alejandro "Hondo" (8), Skyla (4) and Baby Sophia (1). Alex loved and cherished his family very much they meant the world to him, they really were his life. They had some wonderful times together that Jessica and their kids will cherish forever. Alex was the LIFE of the PARTY; he always knew just what to say to make you smile and laugh. Everyone enjoyed being around Alex, there was never a dull moment. Alex had the best personality, and was so easy going. He just lived life and enjoyed it to the end, still joking and making us laugh. He knew just what to say to put a smile on your face and make your day. Alex enjoyed many things in life; he was a man of many talents!!! He enjoyed the outdoors; he loved to go hunting as a child with his father and brothers; which continued into adulthood. He enjoyed fishing, four wheeling and camping with his family and great friends. Another favorite of Alex's was target shooting and hanging out in his Man Cave (garage). He had a passion for buying old cars and rebuilding them; also trucks. His dream was to teach little Hondo how to work on cars. Another passion of Alex's was cooking and he loved to be BBQ'ing any chance he had. We cannot forget Alex was the biggest fan of the Dallas Cowboys; everyone has some fond memories of watching football and eating some yummy food at his house. Alex had the biggest heart ever; he would do anything he could for anyone. We will miss this along with his laughter the most!!! Alex worked at Autoliv Asp since 1994 and made many friends there, although Alex made friends everywhere he went. He just had that likable personality about him. He was a loving and faithful husband, and a wonderful provider of his children; who will cherish their daddy's memory and forever miss him. Alex is survived by his loving wife, who was by his side through everything he has been through, Jessica Barrera and his four children, Kayla, Alejandro "Hondo", Skyla, and Sophia. Alex is also survived by his mother, Adelina G. Barrera; siblings, Jesus (Kelly) Barrera, Estella (Pat) Doncouse, Gregorio (Rebecca) Barrera, Mace (Shelley) Barrera, Maria (Alan) Mortensen, Sid (Laurie) Barrera, Rosendo (Jenny) Barrera; his mother-in-law, Lorreta Martinez; brother-in-law, Mark Lopez; sisters-in-law, Yevette Martinez and Shanie (Don) Penner; brother-in-law, Tony (Amanda) Martinez and 8 beautiful God Children whom Alex loved and they meant the world to him. Also a Great Comprade, Ever Guiterrez who has helped Alex and his family in many ways. Alex was preceded in death by his father, Gregorio Barrera; father-in-law, Tony Martinez and Aunt Carmen Martin. We would like to thank Charlie Gallegos for spending all his time with Alex at his bedside to the end, also all the Dr's and medical staff at McKay Dee hospital for all they have done for Alex. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 16, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 514 24th Street, Ogden UT. Family and friends may call at Myers Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., Ogden, UT on Thursday, September 15, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. where a rosary will be held. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Ogden 100 Monroe Blvd. Ogden, UT 84404 September 15, 2011 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceSt. Joseph's Catholic Church 514 24th Street Ogden, UT 84401 September 16, 2011 10:00 AM CemeteryOgden City Cemetery 20th and Madison Ogden, UT 84404 September 16, 2011