Felix (Flex) Bara Romero went to God on February 14, 2021 at the age of 60. Felix was a devoted husband to Deloris D Romero, loving father to his sons Felix B. Romero Jr (Marie), Christopher W. Mace, Brandon K. Romero and Chase L.T. Romero, proud PaPa to Kaitlyn Michelle Romero, brother to Ernest G. Romero Sr (Juanita), Louis V. Romero Jr (Isabel), Juanita B. Romero, brother-in-law to David A. Dove (Kimberly), Donald A. Dove (Jennifer) and son-in-law to Dolores F. Dove, and Uncle to a host of nieces and nephews and friend to many. Felix is preceded in death by his parents Luis V. and Dolores B. Romero. He is also preceded in death by his brothers, Jose Bara (Yolanda), Ralph G. Romero, and Francisco Vara.
Felix lived a full and happy life. After a year in college he pursued his love of music and joined the Marine Corps in 1980 as a trumpeter. Throughout his 20 year career he travelled throughout the world and country. He was also deployed during Operation Desert Storm with the 2nd Marine Division Band. During his final tour of duty in New Orleans he served as the Enlisted Band Leader and it was here he decided to retire. Felix was an active member of the Most Worshipful St. Andrews Grand Lodge where he was a 32nd degree and held the office of Past Grand Master.
Felix loved his family and friends and his passion for cooking big meals to bring people together. His devotion to God and his ability to provide counsel to everyone he met was one of his many talents.
Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on February 27, 2021 at 12:00 at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey LA with the funeral service starting at 2pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions guests will be required to wear a mask/face covering and social distancing will be implemented.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation at tunnel2tower.org,. 2631 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY, (718) 987-1931