Ray Joseph Romero Sr.

New Iberia – It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Ray Romero Sr., age 83.  Mr. Romero passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at his home.

Mr. Ray was a native and resident of New Iberia.  Pop, as he was called, was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.  Ray married Carol in 1959 and together they had 4 sons, 9 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.  He was a carpenter and a draftsman and helped his boys build their own homes.  Ray and Carol travelled the world visiting all 48 contiguous states along with Alaska, Hawaii, Italy, and Australia.  He was also an avid runner who ran many marathons.  His name lives on through Ray Jr, Ray III and Ray IV (3 years old).  He will be cherished and missed by all.

He is survived by his sons, Ray J. Jr (Tammy), Randall J. Romero, and Rene J. Romero (Angela); grandchildren, Taylor Romero (Angeleigha), Ashley Champagne (Ben), Joshua Romero, Ray J. Romero III (Alexis), Brock Romero (Tori), Dylan Romero, Sydney Breaux (Deven), Ryan Romero, and Michael Romero; brother, Buster Romero (Betty) of California; sister, Beverly Killingsworth (Ernie) of Texas.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Carol Boutte Romero; son, Robert J. Romero; great grandchildren, Everly Breaux, and parents Edna and Semar Romero.

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.