Aline Herrera Obituary

Herrera, Aline J. Aline Herrera (née Janis) Age 93, on Saturday, September 28, 2013. Born in St Louis, the only child of Julien Janis and Caroline Risque Janis, a noted local artist. Beloved wife of the late Alfredo S. Herrera, loving mother to Caroline (David) Habermaas, Orlando M. Herrera and the late Pierre Herrera. Dearest aunt, sister-in-law and friend to many. Aline was a graduate of Community & John Burroughs Schools and attended Washington University in St Louis. During WWII, she volunteered with the USO and the AWVS, (American Women's Voluntary Services) in Santa Fe, New Mexico. It was there, while vacationing that she met her future husband....they secretly married during the war while he was serving as a Staff Sgt. in Gen. George Patton's army. They announced their marriage after the end of the war. She was a founding member of the Gateway Craftsmen, the predecessor of today's Craft Alliance. She devoted her life to her family & her friends & she had a profound love of animals and Cardinal Baseball. Services: A 10:00a.m. mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on Oct. 28 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Internment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the animal charity of your choice in her honor is appreciated. Condolences online at www.luptonchapel.com SERVICE OF LUPTON CHAPEL

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Oct. 6, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Aline Herrera

5 Entries

Aline Toulmain Hunter Walker

November 4, 2013

Ted and I are deeply saddened by the death of your mother. She was a lovely woman and I enjoyed visiting with her on the phone and the few times we met in person. As you may know my mother, Aline Beverly Chalker Hunter was not only her first cousin but she was also her godmother. Mother enjoyed her so much. I remember hearing stories about them when they were together in person. They both had the love of family, art, antiques, animals (especially Standare Poodles) and their children. Neither of them were letter writers and using the phone was expensive in their early years but there was great joy for both of them when the rates came down and they could talk on the phone and visit in person. My mother was devoted to your grandparents. Uncle Julian was her favorite uncle and she would work with Aunt Caroline in her studio. Our family has many interesting and wonderful relatives and I am happy I knew your mother and both of you. Love,
Aline

Vanessa (Ruby) Stevens (Bakewell)

October 16, 2013

Caroline, do you remember when I talked you into letting me see the "forbidden room"? It was your mom's art studio. We got caught breaking this very important rule of your mom's and I was not allowed to come over anymore. I remember that I later apologized to her in the living room (I have so few childhood memories - it amazes me that I have this one!) and she fully accepted it. I remember how good it felt when I knew she had forgiven me. I would love to hear you tell me stories of your mom in her later years and of her artwork and to see a photo of the two of you together. When the time is right, I hope we can reconnect. My sincere condolences to you and Orlando.

Joseph Janis

October 7, 2013

Aline and I corresponded by letter and telephone for a couple of years, although we never met in person. We were both interested in the history of the Janis family; she related some things I hadn't found, and I surprised her with a few things I had dug up. Her letters were lively and gracious, as I am sure she must have been herself. I am much saddened to hear of her passing, and offer my condolences to her family.

David Brinkmeyer

October 7, 2013

I grew up across the street from the Herrera's.
Mrs. Herrera was a wonderful, refined lady. My
symapthies to Orlando & Caroline.

Roberta Shapard Potter

October 6, 2013

Caroline and Orlando, your mom was Clayton Royalty. i remember her beloved pets, her talent and her generosity. She took us everywhere and indulged us with Gypsy Cowboy and the London Fog Outlet. And we saw the Godfather together! I still love Al Pacino. Your beautiful mom was good to us. She sent my family the loveliest note when my mom passed away two years ago. Plus your dad took us to Santa Fe. I had the biggeat crush on Orlando and could barely make eye contact he was so charming and cute. I am grateful to your family-- such a big part of my charmed youth. Thanks be to God for the long life of Aline and I am pleased that her resting place is in a national cemetery in Santa Fe. Please email me so I can be in touch. Love Roberta Shapard Potter

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