James Barela, 38, husband of Monica; father of Kyle Barela (Cairra), Neysa Barela (Ismael), Zayne Barela; godfather of Breonna Barela; step-son of Chester Payne. He was also survived by numerous family members and friends. He attended Regis Jesuit High School and was a press operator in Denver for twenty years. James loved his family and was a fun loving, generous and selfless person. A memorial mass will be held at 11AM, Friday, September 19, 2008 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 13670 E. 13th Place, Aurora, CO 80011.