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Samuel Barth Obituary

"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." Isaiah 40:31. Sam was born December 01, 1994. He died in a motor vehicle accident Monday, November 05, 2012, in Baton Rouge. He was a senior at Catholic High School. Sam was well known for his endearing smiles, complete with dimples, and his outgoing personality and wit that charmed all who knew him. Teachers, friends, family and the like were charmed by Sam's personality and generosity. He was a good friend to many. He was a special son to Bruce & Mary Barth. A wonderful brother to Julie and Greg Barth. A special boyfriend to Julie Nelson. And a special friend to Chase Usey and Michael Schillage. Sam is survived by his parents Bruce & Mary Barth; brother Greg Barth, his sister Julie Barth, and maternal grandparents, Henry and Betty Baker. He is also survived by his Uncle Peter & Aunt Cathy Baker, Aunt Claudia and Carl Sensi, Aunt Margaret & Uncle Paul Harbolick, and Aunt Christina Baker, Uncle Joe and Aunt Gail Barth, Uncle Brad & Aunt Leigh Barth, Uncle Jeff & Aunt Peggy Barth. Sam loved his cousins and they loved him. He is survived by his cousins Brooks & Shawn Barth, Eddie Barth & Nina Schwartz, Matt and Jay Barth, Elizabeth & Patrick Harbolick, Daniel and Andrew Sensi, Adam and Chris Baker. Preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph & Mary Barth; and Uncle Paul Baker. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Visitation will resume Friday at St. Jean Vianney Catholic Church from 10:00am until the Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00pm, conducted by the Rev. Thomas C. Ranzino. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic High School. A guest registry is available at www.rabenhorst.com.

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 6 to Nov. 9, 2012.
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To Mary and family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope The Lord brings peace and comfort to you at this time.

Marilyn Levy

November 28, 2012

Mary and Bruce, I've been thinking and praying for you and your family continuously since Chrissey called me with the news about Sam. My heart breaks for your loss and prays for your clarity and strength.

Debra Fletter

November 28, 2012

Barth Family, I will be praying that God will bless each of you with his peace & comfort and fill you with strength at this most difficult time.

Lynn Buie

November 16, 2012

Our son attends CHS, but did not know Sam. He seemed like such a wonderful person. Our hearts and prayers go out to your family.

The Bannister family

November 15, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

The Bergeron Family

November 14, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I taught Sam literature in 6th grade at St. Jean Vianney. What I remember most about Sam is his infectious smile and incredibly polite demeanor. He was such a good student and had an equally big heart. May God bless your family with grace and strength during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Georgette McGibboney

Georgette McGibboney

November 12, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Sam's accident. We are praying for all of you at this difficult time. We remember watching him grow up on the soccer sidelines. Evelyn and Leslie Hopes

Evelyn Hopes

November 12, 2012

Although you do not know me, my son attends CHS and we are all saddened by your loss. Please know the CHS community remains in prayer for your family to find peace at this most difficult time. We are sorry to not have known Sam, but blessed to hear of wonderful stories of the person he was and the friend he was to many.

Mollt Sanchez

November 11, 2012

My prayers are with your family<3

Erin Edmundson

November 11, 2012

Love and prayers to help ease your terrible pain. God Bless your family.

Claire Sheehan

November 11, 2012

Dear Bruce & Mary and family, We are very sadened about Sam. We have prayed for all of you and will continue to do so. May the Lord comfort you through the many who love you and may Our Blessed Mother hold you near to her Immaculate Heart. love & very big hugs, Herb & Mary Ellen Boasso

November 10, 2012

Mary,
There are no words that can ease your pain,only God.
Evelyn emailed me about Sam.
As many times as we visited over the years, on Truth shined above all else and that is the LOVE you have for your children. They can make us laugh and cry.
Crying & Praying for you and your family.
Phil. 4:19

Sandy Merrill

November 10, 2012

Julie Barth and Family,
May God bless you and your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Malaika Lacy

November 10, 2012

CHS says a prayer for Sam

November 9, 2012

November 9, 2012

Praying for your family at this difficult time.

Sheila Reynaud

November 9, 2012

Our son, Zach was a classmate of Sam's at CHS. He is very saddened by the loss of a good friend. Zach says that Sam was a wonderful guy and he was always smiling. He will never forget him. Our deepest sympathy to your family at this time. Our hearts go out to you all and we will remember, Sam and your family in our prayers and pray also that you will feel God's presence at this time and may He give you strength and comfort as each day passes.

The Delaney Family

November 9, 2012

Barth family,

Our son, Zach was a classmate of your son, Sam at CHS and has been very saddened by the loss of a good friend. He says that Sam was such a great guy and was always kind to everyone and was always smiling. Zach is very glad to have known him and will never forget him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May you feel God's presence during this trying time and may He fill you with comfort and peace through wonderful memories of your precious son.

The Delaney Family

November 9, 2012

Janet Craft

November 9, 2012

Dear Mary and family,
I was sadden to here about your loss, my prayers are with you and your family for strengthen faith,sense of peace and that you feel Gods presence ever near you now and always.

With Sympathy
Myrna Cannon
Zachary, LA

November 9, 2012

Carrie

November 9, 2012

my thoughts and prayers are with you all

Jeffrey Loyd

November 9, 2012

fly high buddy, prayers with you and your family

Kyle Duhe

November 9, 2012

I did not know Sam personally. I have worked w/Mary for years now. I do know what her children mean to her and her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God help you to find peace and the strength to carry on. God bless you all.
Tammy Waddell, LUBA WC

Tammy Waddell

November 9, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are for your son and all of you.
My nephew's daughter, 18yrs. old, died in the same way, in April. Love, prayers, family and faith will help you. May God Bless Sam, his parents and family.

Fay Firmin

November 9, 2012

Our prayers are with you !We did not know Sam but it sounds like your child was a sweet young man! May God get you through this time and heal your hearts ! JOYCE & Family

November 8, 2012

Susan Creel

November 8, 2012

Bruce and family,

Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of sorrow. We did not know Sam, but reading the entries in this guest book we can see he touched so many people and lived life to the fullest. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kevin and family

Kevin Duhe

November 8, 2012

Sam never ceased to make me laugh and smile. He instantly brightened my day. I'm glad I remained good friends with him for this long. He made Julie the happiest girl in the world. Y'all raised an amazing guy. I, along with countless other people, will miss him so much.
Much love,
Sarah Sturdivant

November 8, 2012

I'm still in shock and so sad! I loved Sam and his witty personality. I always enjoyed when he came in to the shop. He was such a gentleman and y'all are responsible for that! He will be missed but know that he is in the arms of God. Love Y'all and know that I am always here for y'all!

Beth Frey

November 8, 2012

Much too young to be taken,we are deeply saddened for your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Riche's (from St. Jean Vianney)

November 8, 2012

Bruce, Mary, Greg, and Julie,
We are so very sorry and saddened to hear about Sam. Please know our family is praying for you all and will continue to do so in the days and months to come. You are in the palm of HIs hand, and although we don't understand and hurt, we can trust His heart. Praying for comfort, The Les Sparks Family

November 7, 2012

Bruce, Mary, Greg, and Julie,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this sorrowful time.
Love, Mary Beth and Collette Prudhomme

Collette Prudhomme

November 7, 2012

Barth family,
Please know that the Pattison family would be honored to walk down this miserable path with you as your friends. We pray that every day finds you a little closer to God and helps you get through your broken hearts.
Love and support to you,
Joel,Kim,Cole,Koral,and Carson Pattison

November 7, 2012

Mary so sorry to hear of your loss.Iknow this is a hard time for you and your family. He is perfect now
sitting with our Heavenly Father. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family.Lean on our Lord he is with you.

Cheri Parker

November 7, 2012

Mary and Bruce, we heard of the loss of Sam and we are so saddened for you. Please know that we are both praying for Sam and your entire family. Warm hugs to you

Hal & Nancy Taylor

November 7, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Harb Family

November 7, 2012

Bruce, Mary, Greg, and Julie....Words can't begin to express how sorry I am to hear of Sam's passing. I'll always remember that little round face with those precious dimples! It's been so many years since I have seen him, but his smile is embedded on my heart. I can still hear his little deep raspy voice say "SamBarf" when we would ask him his name! The world has lost a wonderful kid. May God wrap you in His loving arms during this difficult time.

Teresa Williamson

November 7, 2012

Donna Brian

November 7, 2012

My heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Words some how just aren't enough.

Diane Dodgen

November 7, 2012

Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear about Sam. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Michael Lee and Staff

Dr. R. Michael Lee

November 7, 2012

Love

Isabelle Harbolick

November 7, 2012

Bruce and family, my heart breaks for you all. Know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many here at Syngenta.

Jean Benton

November 7, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, Mary. I'm here to talk, to hug, to be there anytime you need me. Much love.

Jan Fisher Sylvester

November 7, 2012

Mary, Bruce and family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We will keep y'all in our thoughts and prayers. The Files Family

Amy Files

November 7, 2012

Mary,my heart breaks for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you & your family at this unimaginably difficult time. God be with all of you.

Judy Bell

November 7, 2012

You do not know me but I lost my son almost 16 years ago. My son Jay was 15 1/2 years old at the time. I want you to know that my prayers and sympathy are with you during this most tragic time.
I pray that the Lord will wrap you in his arms and bring you the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Sarah Pipes

November 7, 2012

Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. I will hold you and Bruce in my heart and prayers. May your fond and loving memories of Sam keep you warm and make your heart smile. He is in GOD'S arms today. My love and prayers, Margaret Marino.

November 7, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Trent, Jeanne, Piper & Tyler Didier

November 7, 2012

Mary, Bruce, Greg & Julie: Mike and I send our love and sympathy in your time of grief. Know he is in a better place and will always be with you in your hearts. Our deepest sympathy. Tonia & Mike McIndoe

Tonia McIndoe

November 7, 2012

Our son Brennan played soccer with Sam on the Storm team as well as attended CHS with him. He is so saddened by Sam's death telling us that Sam was a kind and fun loving good friend to him and he will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Butch & Janice Barrilleaux

November 7, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Mary. Just remember, he will always be in your heart. Kathy Neal

November 7, 2012

I am so sorry. This is such a horible tragedy. My heart weeps for you.

Wendy Johnson

November 7, 2012

I am so sorry losing one of your children is more than anybody can bear. Mary my heart is so heavy for you. Margaret Patt

November 7, 2012

Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have never met your son, but my boyfriend Nick Loiacono knew Sam through playing Magic..Last Sunday when Nick came to my home after the Magic Tournament Nick told me about his friend that won and said he really plays magic well and is a great guy and so on. Yesterday I realized it was your son Sam that Nick mentioned to me about week ago.. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Deepest Sympathy,

Jamie & Nick

Jamie Coulon

November 7, 2012

Please accept my deepest sympathy. May God gently carry you along the path of grief.

Elizabeth Ours

November 7, 2012

We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. Our Prayers are with you all at this time.
Deepest Sympathy,
Rebecca Cronin and Family

November 6, 2012

May God grant you the peace and serenity you need now. And peace to the people who he blessed with his presence whom are hurting now.

Amanda Usey Streeter

November 6, 2012

Mary,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for the loss of your precious son. Just know you are in my heart.
Love and Prayer,
Cheryl Bozeman

Cheryl Bozeman

November 6, 2012

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