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Daniel Luera Jr., 35 years old, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Luera in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of the County of El Paso and a proud graduate of Americas High School. Daniel left high school with the dream of being a Cop. In 2012, Daniel attended the El Paso Community College Basic Peace Officer Course.
His class graduated in June of 2012, and in September of the same year, Daniel applied to become a Detention Officer with the El Paso County Sheriff`s Office. He was hired on September 26th, 2012, and selected to attend the Basic Detention Officer Academy. The Detention Officer Class graduated on November 16th, 2012. Upon graduation, he was assigned to work at the Jail Annex. He later transferred to the Downtown Detention Facility and worked there until he was selected to attend the Basic Peace Officer Academy.
On January 30th, 2015, Daniel`s childhood dream came to fruition when his class graduated from the Basic Peace Officer Academy. After graduating, Daniel was assigned to the East Montana Patrol Station (EMPS). Daniel excelled at EMPS and showed everyone his passion for policing. While assigned to the EMPS, Daniel was often recognized for his hard work and dedication to his partners and the community.
In 2017, Daniel received the MADD (West Texas) Law Enforcement Award for the Most DWI Arrests in the County. Daniel was awarded Deputy of the 3rd Quarter, Deputy of the 4th Quarter, and Deputy of the Year that same year. In 2018, Deputy Luera transferred to the Criminal Investigations Division Civil Process Unit. He remained in that position until he was given an opportunity to take over the Sheriff`s Office Sex Offender Registration and Tracking Program. Deputy Luera made immense progress and enhancements while in the Criminal Investigations Division. He was always willing to help and take on tasks outside his scope and comfort zone.
On September 18th, 2022, Daniel was promoted to the rank of Deputy Sergeant and assigned to the Northwest Patrol Station. He remained there till November 5th, 2022, when he was transferred to the Peter J. Herrera Patrol Station.
Daniel is survived by his wife, Roxanne Luera; his three children Daniel David Luera, Kristopher Pete Luera, and Harmony Danielle Luera; his parents, Daniel Luera Sr and Lucy Luera, and his brother Roberto Ramos Jr. He leaves behind his many friends and coworkers who will miss him immensely every day.
A Public Visitation will be held from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM with a Rosary starting at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9205 North Loop Dr, El Paso, Texas 79907. A Mass will begin at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 1:30 PM at Evergreen East Cemetery, 12400 Montana Ave, El Paso, Texas 79938. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Americas.
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Mr. & Mrs. Ramos Jr
June 13, 2024
To my Brother in law, Life has been filled with ups and downs since you've been gone but we're thinking of all the happy memories today. It's been exactly a year without you, and we still feel it every day. We all miss you so much and it's hard, but we're keeping each other strong! We love you & you are always in our hearts. Mr. & Mrs. Ramos Jr
Esther Hijar Herrera
June 8, 2024
Ms. Lucy, sending you and all those who surrounded your son Daniel , a hug. God bless each on of you. R.I.P. Sir, may Perpetual Light always Shine upon You
Esther Hijar Herrera
May 14, 2024
Esther Hijar Herrera
May 12, 2024
Our sincere condolences to the family. Our son Deputy Herrera worked with your son. As a mother who lost a wonderful soul, I sent you a hug. Blessings to you, Ma'am; all we can do is move forward with prayer and God's Blessings ...Deputy Peter John Herrera's Mom Esther
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Martha Trevino
June 15, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Condolence, Thoughts and Prayers , The Trevino / Fierro Family
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