Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Timothy Scotty Herrera
Timothy Scotty Herrera
Obituary
Guest Book
Timothy Herrera Obituary
He loved his siblings dearly and made it his life's work to give them all he could.
He was very knowledgeable in all subject matter and loved having stimulating conversations about art, science, nature, animals, Jesus, the bible, politics, and human psychology. He was an achieved artist who leaves behind paintings and a published art book. He started drawing around age 6 and got into graffiti at age 15. He was also a B Boy and embraced Hip Hop culture. He was a breakdancer and the founder of a multi-year Hip Hop event called Skilfest where breakdancing, graffiti, and emcee battles took place. His pursuit of knowledge and wisdom continued throughout his entire life. He loved Jesus and had a unique and compelling perspective on biblical scripture. He read the entire bible. His best friend and the love of his life is Laura Nava. They loved going to the zoo and creating art together.
He is survived by his parents Veronica and Tim Herrera, his siblings Lynda Herrera Travis, Haven Herrera, Aaron Herrera, Deborah Bonney, Sara Valleroy, Deidre Herrera and Ian Herrera and his larger family whom he loves dearly. Timmy will always be a part of our family and we look forward to seeing him soon in heaven. He will be greatly missed.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Chris
December 11, 2024
Its crazy to think a year has already passed. It doesnt feel that long ago since you were here.
Deborah Bonney
May 9, 2024
My sweet brother. I love you Timmy. I dreamt of you the night that you passed and it brought me so much peace. I love you so much and i'll always miss you and hold you in my heart. You were and still are an amazing older brother, you taught us all so much. You taught me to have a love for dancing, art and music. And to always love and honour our family, to treat others with love and respect and to work hard in everything that you do. I can't wait to see you again in Heaven. I miss you every day. I love you so much! love your loving little sister Deborah
Wyn
February 17, 2024
Jeremy velasquez
February 15, 2024
I can't even begin to express the impact that not just Tim but the whole Herrera family has had on my life. I always envied how close they were and always desired to be part of their tribe of talented and intelligent people. I am so deeply hurt by Tim's passing. Not just because of how close we got before his departure (im gonna miss our political and religious discussions) but also because how important he was to his family and how much I'm sure they will miss him. He will always be a pioneer to us and his impact will no doubt echo throughout the generations due to his influence and cultural efforts. One of the smartest and most interesting people I ever met. Love you Tim. Gonna miss you homie. #legend
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Michael Hartman
January 19, 2024
He founded the contest that led to me being in a successful band, meeting the mother of my children, and moving to Hawaii. We later had several hours long conversations about life, politics, and religion. He was a student of life and I´m grateful for his existence. Rest well brother.
Michael Hartman
Carol
January 18, 2024
My condolences to all of the Herrera family. The fond memories of our children when they were little. Are always remembered.Tim was always full of laughter. His smile was contagious. Prayers for all the hearts he touched. Sincerely Carol Montessa And stevi.
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
Haven AQ
January 16, 2024
Haven AQ
January 16, 2024
Haven AQ
January 16, 2024
Haven AQ
January 16, 2024
I remember as kids watching you draw our Dad as he napped in the living room... you captured everything; from the exact position he laid in, to the patterns in his slippers.. and even drew the picture (in the background) hanging on the wall (with all of the detail in that frame).
You inspired me to try to draw. I have now been surviving off of my art for close to 20 years and you are a huge part of that. I've never known a more intense and more unique Artist than Timmy. His paintings capture another realm. And there is not an Artist (ever) who has his style. A true original.
This also carried in to everything else he created. His dancing was where he really felt the most joy. He told me about the first time he truly let go and expressed his spirit through dance- it was a spiritual experience. And he danced until the wheels fell off. He chose to burn bright and hot, instead of taking it easy. He only knew one way to do things, to the extreme.
His ways of doing things came at a cost. His health fell apart due to the years of hardcore breakdancing, and obsessive hours of work; on our Hip Hop fest SkilFest, and his service of others. Timmy served others to the point of pure exhaustion. Years of this eventually broke his body and mind.
But even in his hardest times, he was sure to communicate to me "life is beautiful. I love life. but my health has failed me".
He wanted his family and loved ones to continue to live life to the fullest and to enjoy it while it's here. He believed in God and prayed passionately (and desperately) for relief from his suffering. He believed that God is fair and faithful. I was there for his final prayer and I agreed with all of it
Timmy wanted us to remember him for the love he gave and the fire that burned in him. Those who knew him, will never forget him, or his legacy. He is a legend.
You are my hero Timmy I pray we will meet again in our cosmic spiritual forms. I love you forever. Your little Brother, Haven
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
Coco AQ
January 16, 2024
I loved being with my Uncle Timmy! I will never forget when he came to visit in 2022 and he brought Cassy with him. We stayed in Orange County, CA and we all had a great time
I love you my Uncle Timmy!
~Coco AQ
Haven Herrera
January 16, 2024
You are my hero, my mentor and Brother. I wouldn't be the man I am without you. You showed me art and made me completely comfortable with being different.
Tracy Herrera
January 7, 2024
Timmy- I remember the many questions you would ask, I appreciated your curiosity and interest in lives issues, God and politicians. Forever loved and forever you will be missed. RIP
Tracy Herrera
Michael Travis
December 21, 2023
Tim was one of my best friends I have ever had. I met Tim when I was 17 or 18 years old in Grand Junction. Tim introduced me to his sister Lynda, who is now my wife. I have spent many years with the Herrera family which is now my family as well. Thank you Tim for all of the good times we have spent together over the years. I miss you and I will always remember you, I love you brother.
Elizabeth Donley
December 21, 2023
Timmy, you will be missed. Thanks for keeping me as an honorary family member for all of these years and for being so kind to Cory and me. Rest in peace.
Andro Neil Paris
December 20, 2023
Tim was a curious spirit with the desire to learn and know more. He had such bright eyes and was very attentive whenever I was around him or had the honor to be in his presence. He was full of love and compassion.
He always stood forward as a person, and he was kind and compassionate. He gave of himself so that others could be richer in spirit and heart. His creativity was boundless. He made others want to be better people by inspiring them with his love.
I woke this morning to learn that the world has lost a special soul. I wish I could say something to make it not so.
Rest in peace, Tim. You are one of those rare people who make the world a better place to live in.
Thaddeus
December 20, 2023
"I´ll see you again when the stars fall from the sky and the moon has turned red." One Tree Hill -U2
Sleep peacefully my nephew.
Ken Marez Jr.
December 20, 2023
Timmy was an amazing person and a phenomenal artist! I remember meeting him when I was 11 years old and being inspired by him greatly. He was a legendary dancer and artist from Pueblo and was fortunate to be in the same bboy crew as him too. His event, Skilfest, was a huge contribution to the Hip hop scene in Colorado and a launching pad for young dancers to feel supported and share their talents. Thank you, Timmy, for always being supportive and amazing!
Ezekial Beasley
December 20, 2023
Tim deeply inspired me to go deep within myself to create something from nothing. I met him in the dance circles. I still dance with him in the dance circles. I will continue to dance with him in the dance circles. We can explain how inspirational this man is, and how many people he has touched,Centrix is a great name for Tim. He was definitely the center of what he was creating. I love you Tim rest in power and peace. I can see you dancing up there right now. My heart goes out to the Herrera family and friends. I recently lost my mother, so I know and can feel how devastating this can be from my experience I have chosen to focus on the great things and celebration of life. I send all my energy in love to you all
Love Zeke
C. Diaz
December 20, 2023
I remember a couple months ago when Timmy was staying with Teresita and I earlier this year. He liked to walk around our neighborhood cause it was different scenery from Junction in Oregon. On one walk he began looking at the greenery of the surrounding forrest and just stopped, listened and turned to me with a smile. That was the lasting impression I have of him. That content and peace filled smile. I still see it.
Lynda HERRERA Travis
December 20, 2023
Hi T! I´ll always miss and remember our mountains and mountains of phone calls where we hit on every topic imaginable. You were a great debater. And I always picked up the phone knowing it would be a stimulating conversation. And cousin Eric is right, even though your health wasn´t good you always focused on others and trying to make sure we were happy. I remember one of the last times I went to visit you at your apartment you were the sickest you had been in a long time. During our visit, he just asked Kwin how he was doing and things about his life. It was always about others with you. I see you clearly now in birds and owls and all variety of animals. You always tried to bring me back to the essence of nature and I resisted. You told me I should go outside. You wanted to talk about animals. I´m sorry I resisted and now I clutch to nature as an important part of my life. I love you Tete!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amanda Watkins
December 19, 2023
Timmy is one of the most unique people I have ever met. He was so smart, curious and creative. His ideas were brilliant, and he reminded me of how a scientist would think. Timmy was so engaged in life and took his passions and talents to very high levels. Lynda Herrera and I are good friends and Timmy felt like a big brother when we were younger. He was so influential and I think a lot of us wanted to be like him, especially in dancing, art and his positive influence on the Grand Junction arts community. Timmy was a beautiful person. It's heartbreaking to know that his life has been cut short. But the life he did live was high quality and incredibly inspiring to others. My heart goes out to the Herrera family and to all of those that were close to him.
Amanda Watkins
December 19, 2023
Timmy was one of the most unique people I have ever met. He was so smart, curious and creative.
Anita Asgari
December 19, 2023
I remember Timmy when he was just a baby in diapers. He was the cutest little boy I had ever seen. In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Eric Herrera
December 19, 2023
My cousin Tim was so brave. He got up every day and fought battles which most people could have not imagine. In the midst of it all, he would still go out of his way to try and make you smile or stimulate your intellect and try to bring joy and connection.
My cousin Tim was so hip hop. He gave everything he had to the culture and the culture was better because of it. In a family of emcees, artists, dancers and creators, Tim always held his own space and was never in anyone else´s shadow.
Tim was there for people in every way that he could be and I´m proud to be his cousin. I know his journey was exceptionally difficult and I´ll miss him until we are reunited in Christ, but he was due for some peace and freedom from pain. If there is a dance floor in heaven, I know where my cousin Tim is.
With love, fond memories and respect and until I see you again,
Eric Herrera
Derec Mata
December 18, 2023
Timmy was very humble with no ego. I love Timmy's work ethic I remember him always working and improving. Timmy Legacy well live on with in spirit and dancing.
Derec Mata
December 18, 2023
Timmy was very humble with no ego. I love Timmy's work ethic. I remember him always working and improving. Timmy Legacy will live on with in spirit and DANCING.
Blaq the Alpha Supreme
December 18, 2023
Rest in Paradise Brother. I remember us in class at Mesa State, when you first spawned the idea of Skillfest. Years later you put it to reality. That day you brought your little brother and his crew to the dungeon and bought the keyboard from me Leq, so that they could to make their own lane in hip hop. I got to witness you cultivate an entire urban uprising homie. Art skills LEGENDARY and a true pioneer of all things Hip-Hop for Colorado, you will be truly missed.
Blaq
Johnny Travis
December 18, 2023
I remember every time we saw him it was such a pleasure to have conversations with him about just about any topic imaginable - really great stuff. Saddens me deeply to hear that he is no longer with us ...
Markee Travis
December 18, 2023
I will alway remember Tim as a kind and gentle soul. We were learning Tai Chi at the time and showing our moves in the Applebees parking lot. And that smile!! R.I.P. Timmy.
Gina M.
December 17, 2023
I grew up with Tim. We went to parkview elementary & risley together. Had many classes together 8 years of school. He always had a lot of energy. Care free. Never mean. Was a good friend. My deepest condolences to his family & loved ones.
Deidre Herrera
December 17, 2023
My brother used to jump like a frog across the room when he played with me. He was always such a father figure and so loving to his siblings.
Penny Dusbabek-Mata
December 17, 2023
I met Timmy a little more than 30 years ago. I thought then he was a great kid on his way to being something great. As he got older l became more and more impressed. I am proud of the influence he has had on my own sons (his cousins) whether its hip hop dancing or the strive for success. Although this is a tremendous loss for this world, he will always live in us.
Laura Nava
December 17, 2023
Laura Nava
December 17, 2023
Laura Nava
December 17, 2023
Laura Nava
December 17, 2023
Laura Nava
December 17, 2023
I have so many great ones. Doing art together, going on our zoo trips, Tim blind folding me and putting baby chicks in my hands to surprise me, playing our sock game at the laundromat, people watching, reading to each other, laying in the grass and watching cottonwood fluffs fly through the air,and finding images in the clouds. He taught me how to always look at the world with childlike wonder, and to appreciate the smallest details. I love him with my whole heart. Always.
Wyno
December 17, 2023
Wyno
December 17, 2023
I first met Timmy at a house party he threw in his Grandfathers home. He emptied the furniture from the living room and kitchen and turned the house into a Hiphop experience. It was the first time many of us in attendance had ever seen Hiphop Culture. It changed my life and many others. Timmy was truly someone special.
Showing 1 - 45 of 45 results
Make a Donation
in Timothy Herrera's name
How to support Timothy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Timothy Herrera's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
