Leonard B. Barta passed away August 2, 2023 at the age of 87. He was born on December 5, 1935 to Christian & Julia Zapalac Barta. Born and raised in Flatonia Texas he attended Flatonia ISD. On May 12th, 1957 he married Agnes Kocian Barta and they celebrated 66 years of marriage. He worked for Milwhite, Inc. for 35+ years and 9+ years for South Central Electric of Flatonia. He repaired many of washers and dryers over his life time. If you had something that you just couldn’t get to work – just take it to LB he had the solution. He enjoyed going to the coast and fishing. He was a member of the Flatonia Vol. Fire Dept and served as Fire Chief for many years.
He is survived by his daughters: Donna (Tim) Masek and Karen(Bryan) Milson of Flatonia. Four Grandsons: Brad (Julie) Masek of Rockdale; Neal (Sarah) Masek of Spring; Sean (Kelly) Masek of Flatonia; Kent (Maggie) Milson of Fulshear. He was able to see all 11 Great Grandchildren born and loved each of them dearly: Madison, Stratton, Emerson, Ellison & Allison Masek; Kayla & Anthony Masek; Laney & Kiya Masek; Hazel & Ruby Milson. He is also survived by his brother in law/sister in law Franklin & Rose Kocian of Wharton; Sister-In-Law Lillie Kocian of Gonzales. Numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife Agnes Kocian Barta; his parents Christian & Julia Zapalac Barta and Grand Daughter Beth Milson
In lieu of flowers – donations can be made to the Flatonia Vol Fire Dept. or donor’s choice.
Visitation – Tuesday , August 8th starting at 2:30 pm @ Smith Funeral Home in Flatonia
Rosary – Tuesday, August 8th at 6:30 pm @ Smith Funeral Home in Flatonia
Funeral Mass – Wednesday August 9th at 10 am @ Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flatonia
Burial – Sacred Heart Catholic Mausoleum in Flatonia
Words of comfort can be sent to the Barta family at smithfuneraltx.com
Smith Funeral Home - 128 East 5th St., Flatonia, Texas 78941 Phone#-361-865-3311
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
2:30 - 6:30 pm (Central time)
Smith Funeral Home- Flatonia
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
6:30 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
Smith Funeral Home- Flatonia
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
10:00 - 11:00 am (Central time)
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Sacred Heart Catholic Masoleum
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