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Robert "Bobby" Herrera, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 27, 2006. Mr. Herrera was preceded in death by his parents, Joe C. and Irene Herrera and his son, Robert Herrera, Jr. Bobby is survived by his wife of 47 years, Rosella "Rose"; his daughter, Rosalie Herrera; grandchildren, Phillip Sanchez, Jr. and Dominica Herrera; step-children, Richard Sandoval and wife, Sarah, Phyliss Sandoval, Joanne Lovato, Sylvia Chavez and Gina Montez; many step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers, Fred and wife, Olymphia, Dino and wife, Sadie, Jr. and wife, Marie, Tom and wife, Josie, and Richard and wife, Ida; sisters, Irene and husband, Roger Padilla and Lillian and husband, Henry Valenzuela; and many extended family; and his pet, Curly. Bobby served his country with the Air Force. After his accident with the City of Albuquerque, Bobby became very active with the Shrine of St. Bernadette. He received the Archdiocesan St. Francis of Assisi Award for service to the people of the Shrine of St. Bernadette. He was an active member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society; the senior lunch program, and Usher-Greeters Ministry at Sunday Masses. He was also responsible for opening the church Sunday mornings and with setting-up "Coffee and Donuts," in the Parish Hall. Bobby enjoyed playing poker and will be missed by the Monday night card players as well as the Saturday night crowd; and by his fellow bingo players at the senior center. Pallbearers will be Usher-Greeters, John Gurule, Bill Maguire, Charlie Saiz, David Griego, John Dooley, Richard Herrera, and David Larrow. Honorary bearers will be his brothers and nephew, Charles Plakio. Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 31, 2006, 7:00 p.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Road, NE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 1, 2006, 9:00 a.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette with Fr. Tom Zotter, celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, Thursday, August 31 beginning at 5:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 713 4th, SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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