"Dom was a kind, loving, and extremely intelligent man with a heart meant to embrace and love a large family. I am very sorry for his loss and send my sincere condolences to Pauline and family. The world is a better place for Dom?s having been in it."
In loving memory of
Damacio Tomas Barbosa
July 29, 1961 - February 14, 2021
Damacio "Dom" Tomas Barbosa, 59, beloved Husband, Father, Son, and Friend was called to his eternal resting place on February 14, 2021. He entered this world on July 29, 1961 in St. Joseph, MO, born to Faustino and Antonia "Toni" Barbosa.
In his hometown of St. Joseph, MO, while attending St. Patrick's Catholic School and Bishop LeBlanc Catholic High School, he was known as "Donald". This was a very meaningful time in his life, making lifelong friends who he stayed in contact with, even after moving to Texas.
After graduating high school, he attended Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas and studied architecture. The next summer he and a cousin visited Austin, Texas. Dom earned a bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Southwest Texas State University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts. He also studied Graphic Design. Later he earned a Masters Degree from John Paul Catholic College in Biblical Theology. He worked in the Information Technology field with the Internal Revenue Service for over 30 years.
In 1998 he had his eye on a fellow IRS employee. After getting to know each other, they discovered they never wanted to part. Soon they were planning a wedding and Dom married the love of his life Pauline Barbosa on November 12, 1999. He was a man of many passions. He enjoyed woodworking, painting, drawing, developing his relationship with Jesus Christ, spending time with his grandchildren, gardening, reading and of course the Pittsburgh Steelers. He had a strong and calm presence to all that knew him. He was known for openly helping anyone regardless of the situation and for offering them a glimpse of God's kindness through his actions. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
Dom is preceded in death by his mother, Antonia "Toni" Barbosa.
He is survived by his father, Faustino "Faus" Barbosa; sister, Elizabeth "Beth" Barbosa; wife, Pauline Barbosa; daughter, Melanie Soto and her children: Luke, Jaxon, Ryan and daughter Alyx; daughter, Sara Meyette, her husband Shawn, and their children: Carter, McKinzie and Samantha.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church or charity of your choice.
A private family service will be held to celebrate his life. Please visit www.harrellfuneralhomes.com to view Dom's tribute page and leave your thoughts for the family.
Tributes
"Faustino, Elizabeth, Family & Friends, I?m so sorry to hear of Dom?s Passing. I have always known the Barbosa Family through Saint Patrick?s Church, Saint Joseph, Mo. He definitely lived life through his Faith and God. The picture tribute were wonderful memories. My Family took a lot of Pictures Of the Moment and we have Those Precious Memories. Toni and Faustino (were) and Are wonderful people. My Prayers to All Of You. God Bless All Of You. Patti Snead "
"My deepest condolences to Pauline and all of the Barbosa family. I knew Dom from working at IRS. He always had a smile and a warm hello when he saw you. May God comfort his family and friends. Thoughts and Prayers."
"I knew Damacio from IRS. Although we were in different building and I only meet him a few times, I had many conversations with him over telecom issues. He always gave the impression that he was a Good and Caring man. May he forever now enjoy the everlasting peace of God. May the Lord grant peace to the family & loved ones, in their time of need. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his family & friends. Michael Aragon "
"I knew Damacio from IRS. Although we were in different building and I only meet him a few times, I had many conversations with him over telecom issues. He always gave the impression that he was a Good and Caring man. May he forever now enjoy the everlasting peace of God. May the Lord grant peace in their time of need, to the family & loved ones. My heart felt condolences and prayers go out to his family & friends. Michael Aragon"
"I grew up a block away from the Barbosa home. I remember playing in the neighborhood with Don and Beth and always feeling welcome in their home. I haven?t seen Don except for maybe an occasional Class of 79 reunion (my wife?s class) but remember a sweet and kind person. It is clear he never changed. Deepest condolences to his family from Pat and Mary (Sullivan) Shea"
"Dear brother you will be missed by so many. May God give us comfort as we all mourn your absence. Thank you for being in my life. Your joy and happiness shines in your pictures, may God comfort your family always. "
"Oh my Dom, how your presence and just knowing that you were amongst us, will be sorely missed. I loved your FB spiritual posts ... enjoyed working with you and hearing your sweet chuckles and smiles and expertise. You were a joy. Prayers to Pauline, children, family and friends ... we were an IRS family after all. "
"I was a colleague of Damacio and worked with him over the years in the 2000s. He was good people. I\'m in shock. Condolences to the family."
"May God wrap His loving arms around you during this time. Dom will be missed. I feel blessed that I got to know him. "
"My Heartfelt Condolence,"
"My Prayers and Love and heartfelt condolences to Pauline, children and all of Damacio\'s family and friends. My heart is breaking with his departure, Damacio was a family member to me and many others at the Austin Telecom group and the IRS family. Pauline, may your faith see you through this sad and difficult time - as Damacio\'s faith will reunite him with his Heavenly Father. Rest in Peace brother in the arms of Jesus and the blessed mother. Until we meet again "
"My condolences n prayers to Pauline n the Barbosa family. I met Dom at IrS, when Pauline n I worked together for 7 yrs n also lived in the same neighborhood. Dom was a man of God, he was obedient to our heavenly father. He was a good husband n a good father n grand father. At work, he would stop everyday to talk to Pauline n often would go to lunch. If Pauline was ill, he would stop by n give me n update. He loved his family especially his grand children. Pauline n I shared many family stories n I grew to admire him. I was asked to write a letter for Dom, because he had submitted his application to become a deacon. It was my honor to been asked to write a letter on his behalf because I knew that was a big commitment n sacrafice. I Thank God that I had the honor to have known Dom as a friend. N that he had a great relationship with our heavenly father. May God give Pauline n the family strength during this difficult time. . "