Kimberly Wayne Barbin, Sr.

New Iberia– A Private Funeral Service was conducted on Saturday, May 28, 2022, at David Funeral Home for Kimberly “Wayne” Barbin, age 90, who passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 10:10 a.m. at his residence.

A native of Alexandria and a lifelong resident of New Iberia, Kimberly “Wayne” Barbin was born to Rosemore Louis, and Myra Alice Barron Barbin was born on June 10, 1931.

Rev Roland Fontenot officiated the services. Entombment followed the service at Beau Pre’ Cemetery.

Wayne was a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and dear friend. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. He loved animals and had taken in many cats, and dogs in his lifetime.

Early on in life, he worked in the Oil and Gas Industry automation with Texaco for 15 years. He then moved on to opening his own real estate business with his wife Daisie (Bee) selling real estate under the name of Bee’s Real Estate (Century 21).

Wayne served proudly in the United States Air Force in the 450 ^th Air Defense Squadron during the Korean Conflict.

Wayne is survived by his children Kim W. Barbin, Jr., (Liz Hall) of Bush, La., Carol A. Barbin Mire (Neal), Donna L. Barbin Francis (Phillip) both of New Iberia, David K. Barbin (Julie Adams) of Covington, La; grandchildren, Douglas Barbin, Andrea Mire Harris, Christopher Mire, Steven Barbin, Daniel Mire, Amy Francis Bourque, Brandon Barbin, Benjamin Barbin, and Nicholas Barbin; great-grandchildren, Olivia, Logan, Jamie, Hannah, Samantha, Xander, Alex, Leo, and Elle

Wayne was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Daisie (Bee) Shaw Barbin; his parents, Rosemore Louis and Myra Alice Barron Barbin; two sisters, Olive Barbin Hayden, and Carol A. Barbin Smith.

Honored to serve as Pallbearers are Daniel Mire, Douglas Barbin, Steven Barbin, Christopher Mire, Brandon Barbin, Cody Bourque, Benjamin “Ben” Barbin, and Nicholas Barbin.

The family would like to thank Heart of Hospice doctors, nurses and support staff for all the support they have shown to our family, and a special thanks to the caregivers, Faye Dore, and Gerry Muzny.

Family and friends may sign the guest register book and/or send condolences at www.davidfuneralhome.org

David Funeral Home of New Iberia, 1101 Trotter St. 337-369-6336 is in charge of arrangements.