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Obituary for HERRERA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday May 25, 2004

Francisco ( Frank ), (Poncho), Alfonso Herrera, 51, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 23, 2004. Frank is survived by his devoted wife of 26 years, Eloisa, and their children, Rick Herrera and his wife, Amanda and Christine Watts. Frank is also survived by his three grandchildren, Justin Watts, Harley Flores and a granddaughter on the way, KeAnna Marie; he is also survived by his loving mother, Cecilia Aguilar Cordova and husband, Toby; two sisters, Patti Maestas and Robert, Tobey Woodall and husband, Steven; his brother, Mariano ( Chris ) Herrera; special nieces, Sophia and Jennifer Maestas, mother in law, Laura Trujillo; sisters in law, Helen Trujillo,Terry Lucero and Flora Sanchez and husband, Prospero; brothers in law, David Morris and Tino Trujillo; many other nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Frank was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Herrera; a brother, Johnny Herrera and grandparents, Carlos and Carlotta Herrera. Born on December 13, 1952, in Albuquerque. Frank was a gifted and talented artist and craftsman who strived for perfection in all he did. Frank worked for the City of Albuquerque for more than twenty-two years. He will especially be remembered for his quick wit and his playful and loving personality. Children and animals were especially close to his heart. Frank will be missed by everyone who knew him. Frank was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary was recited on Monday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel by Helen Trujillo and Terry Lucereo. A visitation for Frank will be Tuesday morning from 11:30 am until 12:00 noon at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Albuquerque. Pallbearers will be, Steven Woodall, Robert Maestas, Tino Trujillo, J.J. Jaramillo, Mario Romero, Rosendo Medina and James Watts. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW 243-7861