Louis A. Barbieri

Louis Barbieri, "Mr. Terrific", 90, of Kearny formerly of Belleville, NJ entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 after a brave battle with end stage renal disease. Mr. Barbieri will be remembered for his great enthusiam for life, until his very last day, despite his illness. Lou served in the Air Force during WWII from 1942-1945 as communications specialist. After the war, he embarked on a long career as a tailor working for Lord & Taylor in Milburn. He nurtured a long standing love of music, particularly opera and Andrea Bocelli. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Lovingly cared for by his best friend Tonya. Dear friend of Cookie and cousin of Sabino. Special thank you to World Class Medical Transportation for the unwavering compassion they showed Mr. Barbieri. Funeral Mass Thursday 11 AM St. Cecilia Church, Kearny. Entombment Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum. Arrangements under the direction of Ippolito-Stellato Funeral Home, 425 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst.