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Luis Mario Herrera
May 12, 1970 - September 7, 2020
Luis Mario Herrera, age 50 of Lincoln, passed away September 7, 2020, surrounded by his family, at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.
Mario, as he was known by all, was born on May 12, 1970 in Inglewood, California to Raúl and María (Quijada) Herrera. Just before his 8th birthday, the family moved to Faucett, Missouri. While in Missouri, Mario attended Mid-Buchanan High School where he was a member of the Football, Basketball, Wrestling, and Track teams. He also played saxophone in the school band. After graduation Mario went on to earn a degree in Political Science with a minor in Spanish at the University of Missouri-Columbia where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. Following his graduation from Mizzou, Mario served in the U.S. Army before moving to Lincoln in 1995 where he became a member of the Nebraska State Patrol. He left that position to join the Lincoln Police Department as an officer in 1997, later becoming an investigator. Mario was a highly decorated 23 year veteran who served his community with integrity and honor.
Mario was united in marriage to Carrie Cronin on March 9, 1996. They had four beautiful children, Juan Carlos Herrera, Olivia Herrera, Adelina Herrera, and Celia Herrera.
Mario is survived by his wife Carrie and their four children; siblings Raúl Sergio Herrera, Adelaida (husband Todd) Ehinger, Francisco (wife Jackie) Herrera, Barbara (husband Tim) Schneider and Raúl Eusebio Herrera; mother-in-law Diane (husband Mel) Hain, father-in-law Michael Cronin; sister-in-law Melissa (husband Gary) Wood, brothers-in-law Tim (wife Jessica) Cronin and Jason (wife Jessie) Hain, his maternal aunt Angelica (husband Victor) García as well as 24 nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Friday at St Teresa's Catholic Church (36th and Randolph) from 4 pm to 7 pm followed by a Rosary at 7:00 pm. There will be very limited seating for the 7:00 pm Rosary. Current Covid 19 restrictions apply. Memorials suggested to the family for future designation. www.bmlfh.com
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Richard Cave
September 12, 2020
My family is deeply sorry for your loss. We pray God will comfort your family at this time of sorrow. Thank you Officer Herrera for your service to our country and the city of Lincoln. Rest In Peace. You are a hero.
Ken and Barb Buchanan
September 11, 2020
R. I. P. My hero.
Michelle F
September 10, 2020
I am deeply saddened and pray for peace for the family. Without Officer Herrera's thorough investigation, in my s.a. case, justice would not have prevailed. For that I will always be grateful. He was kind and professional, very good at his job. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sue Chilson
September 10, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers for a long time.
Janet McClintock
September 10, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
Robert Kelly
September 10, 2020
I would like to offer my sincere sympathy to the family of Inv. Mario Herrera, as well as his "police family." The loss of Mario is a terrible tragedy for his family and the community. As a retired Lincoln Police Officer, I hold LPD officers in the highest regard.
Linda Moore
September 10, 2020
I want to first thank your for your service and ultimate sacrifice! May you Rest In Peace and my prayers go out to your family! May God be with you in the hard days to come with your loss!
Harris Family
September 9, 2020
Did not know Officer Herrera personally but would like to send sympathy to his family, friends and fellow officers in their loss. Thank you Officer Herrera for your years of service not only as a policeman but also your service in the military. May your family, friends and fellow officers find peace in the memories they have of you. May you rest in peace.
Cheryl Jill Frederick
September 9, 2020
Officer Herrera will be missed by his family, friends, parish and community. May prayers surround them at this most difficult times. May he RIP.
Les and Kathy Brhel
September 9, 2020
We didn't know Officer Herrera, but our hearts break for his family and the Lincoln Police Dept, may god be with you all and wrap you in his arms. God Bless "Mario"
Robert & Joyce Pleines
September 9, 2020
Our prayers & hearts are with the Herrera family during such a sad loss of Mario. We feel so honored to have known. He always had a smile & kind words to say. Such a tremendous loss. Prayers always.
james phillips
September 9, 2020
So sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Gale Freeburg
September 9, 2020
Carrie I am praying for you and your family!
Shannon Kozisek
September 9, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for Mario and your family.
Kathy Eaton
September 9, 2020
So sorry for your loss. A policeman's job is tough and I really appreciate Officer Herrera's effort to keep us safe. God Bless you and your family.
Murray Family
September 9, 2020
Our family will offer our prayers and penances for Mario's repose and for your family. May Our Lady wrap her mantle around you and May Mario rest in peace.
Jim & Pat Wharry
September 9, 2020
May God rest his soul.
Errin Mahoney
September 9, 2020
I am sorry deep sorry for his family and friends and also to Lincoln Police Department at this time my heart go out to all of you. An I will definitely he saying my prayer tonight.
Jim Jensen
September 9, 2020
I did not know you but read a lot about you and what you have and had done for Lincoln. I thank you for the many years of service and rest in peace. God is now by your side.
Tom Nesbitt
September 9, 2020
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you through this time of unimaginable loss. May God walk beside you, comfort you and guide you through this difficult time.
Tom Nesbitt
September 9, 2020
Our deepest condolences of sympathy to Officer Herrera's family. We are grateful for your years of service to the Lincoln Police Department and especially to the citizens of Lincoln. Our prayer is that Jesus comforts Officer Herrera's family during this very difficult time. Rest In Peace !
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