The world has lost a true gentleman. Sam C. Barbera, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 after a valiant 10 year battle with Parkinson’s disease. He has been reunited with his son for eternity. A native of Napoleonville, Sam served his country as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed a life-long career in the automotive business, retiring from All Star Automotive Group in 2012. Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Sam C. Barbera, Sr. and Mamie Tramonte Barbera; son, Sam C. Barbera III; and in-laws, Stephen and Emily Fertitta. He is survived by his high-school sweetheart and loving wife of 55 years, Frances Fertitta Barbera; daughter, Stephanie LeJeune; son-in-law, Geoffery LeJeune; grandsons, Preston LeJeune and Vincent LeJeune; granddaughter, Frances LeJeune; daughter-in-law, Tracey Barbera; and brother-in-law, Stephen E. Fertitta. Sam is also survived by his siblings: Judge Jerome Barbera (Judy), Jay Barbera (Debbie), David Barbera (Katie), Tina Harvey (Sam), and Danny Barbera (Connie). Visitation will commence at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, followed by a memorial service at noon. The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to Heart of Hospice, Baton Rouge, for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, please consider masses for the repose of Sam’s soul or a donation to further the research of Parkinson’s.
