Isaac Barbosa
Isaac was born in Groves, Texas to the late Estelle and Ellis Barbosa on November 17, 1957. He grew up in Groves, Texas as a proud PNG Indian, playing football during his high school years and continuing to support both his son and daughter as they participated in PNG activities throughout the years. During his childhood, Isaac spent a lot of time at Estelle’s Jewelry which was owned and operated by his mother. It was during this time that Isaac first became interested in the jewelry business. After the death of his mother in 2015, Isaac retired as Director of Computer Services at LIT and took over Estelle’s Jewelry under the name, Isaac Barbosa Jewelers. Isaac enjoyed crafting and repairing jewelry with his daughter, Rebekah, for several years before retiring a second time due to his illness.
Isaac enjoyed spending time with his family and friends both throughout the years as an involved dance dad/pawpaw/supporter with June Badon Elite School of Dance and Acrobatics and his annual 4th of July Galveston vacation with his wife, children, and grandchildren. Isaac also loved gardening, Corvettes, the Texans, margaritas, and Dos Equis, but his greatest joys were his children, grandchildren, family and friends all of whom he was extremely proud. Isaac was a good provider, a family man, a loving husband/father/grandfather that was often described as the life of the party. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, but a piece of him will always dwell in their hearts.
Isaac remained in Groves until 2023 when he and his wife, Irene, moved to Nederland to be closer to his “Bulldog” grandbabies. Because he couldn’t completely become a Bulldog, he proudly displayed both Indian and Bulldog signs in their front yard attesting to his cheerful personality.
Isaac was preceded in death by his parents, and his best friend, George Fecowycz.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Irene Pullin Barbosa; daughter, Rebekah Butler (Logan) of Nederland; sons, David Barbosa of Groves; James Mosley (LouCindy) of Bridge City; Robbie Mosley (Melissa) of Amarillo; and John Mosley of Groves; grandchildren, Mason Mosley of Florida; Logan and Max Mosley of Amarillo; Jazmyne and Jaylah Mosley of Bridge City; and Charlotte and Lynon Butler of Nederland; and his sister, Debbie Newsom of Groves.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105, or Ronald McDonald House Houston, 1907 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030. In lieu of cut arrangements the family would prefer living plants to celebrate Isaac’s continued presence in their lives.
A gathering of Mr. Barbosa’s family and friends will begin at 5:30 p.m., with his memorial service to follow at 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 22, 2025, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland. Cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Nederland
- 505, North 12th Street, Nederland, Texas, 77627,
- December 22, 2025
- 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Memorial Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Nederland
- 505, North 12th Street, Nederland, Texas, 77627,
- December 22, 2025
- 7:00 pm
Committal
Broussard’s Crematorium
- 5150, Stivers Dr, Beaumont, TX, 77705,
I knew Isaac and Irene when we all worked at Texaco in Port Neches. My prayers and condolences to Irene and family and friends. I have nothing but great memories of him and still remember him at my home meeting my, then, 4 year old daughter. I still remember how she took to him so fast.
Blessings to all affected by Isaac’s passing to heaven.
I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
May the Lord comfort you in days ahead!
Love & Sympathy to you all. “IB” was a joy to be with, always a good word to give, a general hoot to laugh with and dedicated Corvetter.
I feel favored having Issac as a cousin. His quick wit, charm and disarming personality put everyone who met him at ease. Even when he was sick he always greeted me with his arms open.
I will always remember his generosity, sense of humor, laughter, creativity, honesty, discipline and the way he would imitate my mom complaining to him about me.
He was dedicated to his family and you all remain in my prayers. I have no memory of not having him around. His absence will be felt. My most sincere condolences.
Carmella Culver Wygant
Dear Irene.
I’m so sorry to see that your beloved Issac has died. I recall you being so proud of him, especially with his jewelry business. He repaired my mom’s bracelet perfectly.
Prayers for you and your family 🙏🙏
I’m sorry to hear of Isaac’s passing. I did business with him when he was at LIT. I always enjoyed my visits with him. He loved his family and his corvettes! May he Rest In Peace. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Barbosa’s passing. I really enjoyed getting to know him when y’all bought your house in Nederland. His love for you Irene was abundant. I pray God wraps his arms around you and your family and brings comfort and peace.
My prayers go out to his family. I met Isaac 40 years ago. He was the jeweler and a new store that opened in the Nederland mall, a subsidiary of Zale corporation, O. G. Wilson. Every day I came into work, he was there with a smile and we greeted each other by saying “ hey buddy”. He created a beautiful custom Texas ring for my father with a diamond where Nederland was. I remember him fondly. My prayers are with his family as I’m sure they miss this wonderful man.
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Barbosa’s passing. I was one of his students at LIT. We kept in touch over the years because his birthday is the same day as my brother. I would always text him “Happy Birthday”. I will miss this and him. May you always carry the memories with you.
Rip sweet Issac.
“May loving memories of Isaac help you find peace.” I am sad that I can no longer visit and talk to him, he was a great man.
My heart breaks for all of you. You are in my prayers.
Isaac and I lived on Garner Street in Groves while growing up. I will always remember his purple Gremlin car. He was a good guy and we always got along. I’m sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort the hearts of all his family and close friends.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to my cousin’s Isaac’s family. I loved going to Aunt Estelle’s and Uncle Ellis’ to spend time with Isaac and Debbie when we were young. My dad was Isaac’s, Uncle Ellis Urbina, Jr. Isaac designed my wedding set for me. He was an expert designer, I just told him what I envisioned and he did a beautiful job. We love you cousin ❤️ In God’s timing we will all be together, again. To Debbie and Isaac’s beautiful family, you are on our hearts and in our prayers.
Buzz and I met Isaac and Irene through the Corvette Club. We truly enjoyed traveling with them on caravans and tailgating with them at Lamar Univ. Football games. He will surely be missed and our prayers go with him and the family. Cathy and Buzz Long
I’m very sorry to hear this. I worked with Issac when he as the Director of Technology at LIT. Very intelligent man & always fun to be around. My thoughts & prayers for you all.
I’m very sorry to hear this. I did business with Issac when he as the Director of Technology at LIT. Very intelligent man & always fun to be around. My thoughts & prayers for you all.
Issac was always a friend throughout school. I always remember him smiling. He was a great guy. RIP my old friend. Lots of love and prayers to his family. I know his sweet face and personality will be missed ❤️
Irene,
So sorry to hear of Issacs’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold your memories close and he will always be with you. If you need anything or just need to talk I am always here for you.
I regret learning this evening about Isaac’s passing. I was his department chair during part of his time at LIT. I was acquainted with some members of his family. He was very proud of his children and his family. I am sorry I was not at His memorial service.