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Steve Herrera Obituary

STEVE HERRERA Born August 3, 1965. A life long resident of Santa Fe recently passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2010 of a sudden illness. Steve was a long time employee of Cartwright's Plumbing. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe A. Herrera; nephew John Najar; and his grandparents. He is survived by his daughter, Crystal White and granddaughter Gianna; mother, Gloria; siblings: Joe and Linda Herrera, Lupita and Manny Montoya, Rick Herrera, Ron and Cindy Herrera, Anthony Herrera, Lisa and Kenny Quintana; and sister-in-law Roseanna and Tino Gonzales. He is also survived by his many nephews and nieces and special friends Pat Lovato, Steve Gurule, Lawrence Garcia and Liz Montoya. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6 p.m. where a rosary will follow at 7 p.m. at McGee Memorial Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 30, 2010, 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be: Pat Lovato, Ricky T. Herrera, Andrew Montoya, Eric Herrera, Edward Herrera, Anthony Herrera, Steve Gurule and Joaquin Montano. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505)984-8600

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Published by Santa Fe New Mexican on Sep. 28, 2010.

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Jo Anne Pena

September 23, 2021

Gone, but not forgotten!

Felicia Felix

October 14, 2010

Steve-You turned every bad day into a bright one! Your laughter will be missed. I feel so honored to have known such a sweet, compassionate and caring person. My condolences go out to the Herrera family.

Denise Montoya

October 9, 2010

Uncle,

We will miss you terribly Samantha, Ryan and Damian all say they love you and will miss fighting with you at Grandmas. I am sorry you couldn’t fight but the pain is gone and you will hurt no more. There will be no more suffering and now you won’t have to live without your mom you and grandpa will be waiting for her when it is her time. We all love you and will miss you greatly. This is not good bye but see you soon.

Denise, Chacho, Sam and Damian

emmanuel montoya

October 6, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

man/kathy Bustos

October 5, 2010

Sorry for the lost to the Herrera family and all that knew him.

JO ANNE PENA

October 3, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear about Steve. My heart goes out to the family. I knew him well, and I will always have fond memories of him.

Jo Anne Pena

Dana Manzano

September 30, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the Herrera family! Steve was good man, and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
~Dana Vigil-Manzano & family

September 30, 2010

To The Herrera Family:
I just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Revelation 21:4 states: And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.

Judith Flores

September 29, 2010

Steve you will be missed my brother. ~Joseph Tapia~

September 29, 2010

To the Herrera Family-

Our family is grieving along side of you for the loss of Steve. We will truly miss him, he was such a great friend to us all. May god bless you and keep you strong during this difficult time.

Anita, Mike, Becky(Mike), Darrell(Renee), Allicia(Peter), & Family.

Joyce Baros-Gonzales

September 29, 2010

Sorry to see a childhood friend pass away. I remember the Fiesta/Villeros Gang all hanging out together and Steve always made all of us laugh. He had a way of bringing light to the darkest of situations. A bright light has moved on to Heaven to watch over all of us. To the Entire Herrera Family my deepest sympathies, How deep your loss must be. Our Prayers are with you.

September 29, 2010

Rick,

I was so sorry to hear about your brother. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May Our Lord Welcome Steve into his Kingdom and Bless All of You.

Dolores Gallegos Baca

Renea Rodriguez

September 29, 2010

To the Herrera Family, my deepest condolences; I met Steve years ago while employed for a law firm downtown. He serviced our office with plumbing issues. Steve was a very kind and sweet (whole hearted) person. He always spoke highly of everyone he knew. "Steve" you will be truly missed. My prayers are with you all.

September 29, 2010

Steve was one of the most unique people I have ever met. Great guy, great employee and a joy to be around. Herrera family, my deepest sympathies to all of you. Etta Stromberg

Loretta Trujillo

September 28, 2010

very sorry for your loss... Prayers are with you.

Librada Perea Roseman

September 28, 2010

To all the Herrera Family, you are family to us. We have shared so many memories fun and good times. Steve will be greatly missed. May God give you strength and peace at this time. God bless you all!
Libby, Roseanna, Michael, Francisco, Remmy, John and Olivia Perea

Joe Cook

September 28, 2010

You will always be Hercules to me Herrera! My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Love you man
-Joe Cook

Robert & Julia Salazar

September 28, 2010

To the Herrera Family,
Steve was a beautiful person with such a huge heart,it was a great honor to have him as a friend, our lives were changed because of him and his memories will forever live on with us.May God bless your family and ease the pain in this time of loss.

Desirae Soriano

September 28, 2010

Steve you will be missed. Lots of Luv.

Pat Lovato

September 28, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Herrera family. I lost a good friend, I love you man and will miss you.

Pat Lovato & Family

Steven & Jan Wyner

September 28, 2010

Steve will be sadly missed by anyone who was touched by him! He was wonderful to have as an employee and friend. My wife and I were lucky to have had him in our life. Our prayers are with the Herrera family. God Bless!

Wyner

September 28, 2010

Herrera Family,
Our deepest condolences. We were blessed to know such a great hearted person he was all heart and will be deeply missed. Our prayers go out to the Herrera family. We will miss you Steve!
- Matt & Holly Wyner

Leroy & Linda Gurule

September 28, 2010

Ron, Rick and Famly
Our deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss. If there is anything we can do for you please give us a call. We are here for you.

Pam and Tony

September 28, 2010

Gloria and Family our deepest sympathy to you all. Steve will be deeply missed he was a wonderful person and a great family friend. Our prayers are with all of you.

Tammy Marie

September 28, 2010

Herrera Family,
My deepest condolences. May the peace and strength of the LORD God be with you all during this time. Steve was a wonderful person. His welcoming smile and vibrant personality will be greatly missed to the many people he befriended during his lifetime.

Melanie Paytiamo

September 28, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Steve Herrera's family. I am blessed to have known such a beautiful person with a beautiful soul. A great friend who always made us smile and laugh at work, he will be terribly missed! May God bless the family and many friends whose lives he touched.

Yvonne Vigil

September 28, 2010

Gloria Y Familia
Siento Muncho!
May God wrap his loving arms around you and comort you. Steve was a wonderful person who always brighten up the room with his smile! May he rest in peace with his dad.
Via Con Dios Amigo,
Enjoy your Ride to the spirit in the "SKY".

Yvonne Vigil
& Bry

manny montoya

September 28, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

September 28, 2010

Our condolences to the Herrera family. Our prayers are with you.

Fran Gonzales & Ben Armijo

manny montoya

September 28, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Barbara Otero

September 28, 2010

Steve, you are now in heaven wrapped in the arms or our Lord he is comforting you and now you can do the same for your family. God Bless you and your family.

Joyce Sanchez

September 28, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Connie Martinez

September 28, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family,God bless you all,

Rudy Gurule

September 28, 2010

My sincere condolences to the Herrera family and to the neighborhood family in which Stevie grew up in and with. Steve was a wonderful and very friendly person. May the dear Lord bless his soul.
Sincerely,
The Gurule Family

Irene T. Romero

September 28, 2010

May God comfort the Herrera family at this very sad and difficult time. God Bless You!!!

Steve Quintana

September 28, 2010

Herrera Family Steve was a good person and friend to many. I am thankful to have had the pleasure of such a wonderful friend and mentor in my life.

Paulette

September 28, 2010

Steve, you will be missed. It was great to have had you as a friend. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family. You were a very special person. God bless you and your family.

Maria Voyles

September 28, 2010

Steve - it was great to know you. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Triny Aragon

September 28, 2010

Herrera family - you are in our thoughts and prayers. Steve will be greatly missed. He was a great friend.

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