Barron Paul Corie

Barron Paul Corie, 55, of St. Francisville, Louisiana, passed away on May 24, 2025, very unexpectedly.

Barron was a man of quiet strength and deep, unwavering faith. He loved the Lord with all his heart and lived every day with a servant’s spirit. Whether he was lending a hand to a neighbor, supporting his family, or working diligently in the insulation industry as a purchasing agent, Barron gave his best with humility, grace, and joy.

He is survived by his soulmate, best friend, and wife of 31 years, Jancie Rowell Corie; his sons, Brennen and William Corie; his daughter, Addison Corie; his parents, Patricia and Harley Corie; his brother, Craig (Cindy) Corie; his sister, Tricia (Darryl) Rains; his mother and father-in-law, Jerrine and Dave Rowell; his sisters-in-law, Mika (Michael) LaBorde and Morgan Samaha; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

He was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father, a caring son and brother, and a faithful friend to many.

Barron’s faith wasn’t just something he talked about, it was something he lived. He walked closely with Christ and found joy in small acts of service that reflected his love for God and people, such as singing in the “His People” gospel choir as a teenager, serving in widow ministry, hospital visitation, and cutting grass for those in need.

His life was rooted in Scripture, particularly the words of 2 Timothy 3:16–17:
“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”
Barron took these words to heart. He studied the Word, shared it with his family, and lived it out daily, always striving to be equipped for whatever good work God placed in his path.

His final act on this earth, helping a neighbor with a smile, was not out of the ordinary for Barron. That was who he was: a steady presence, a joyful giver, and a man whose legacy will live on through the lives he touched, the prayers he prayed, and the family he loved so well.

To know Barron was to know kindness, faithfulness, and joy. He didn’t seek recognition, he just showed up and was a silent contributor. He did it with a quiet confidence that came from knowing who he was in Christ. Barron loved a good story that would make others laugh.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church Zachary, 4200 Main Street, Zachary, LA 70791. All are welcome to join in honoring Barron by celebrating the life of a man who walked humbly, loved deeply, and finished his race well. Bright colors are requested to be worn at his celebration of life.