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Eddie Herring Obituary

Herring, Eddie Lee Age 69, born July 11, 1943 in Grenada, MS. He passed away April 10, 2013 in Milwaukee, WI. A Vietnam Veteran, and received an honorable discharge from the Army. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Louise Hubbard, Mae Emma Herring, and Gracie Herring; brothers, David Hubbard, Robert Herring and Willie B. Herring; and wife, Josephine Herring. He is survived three children, Derrick Herring of Joliet, IL, Vanessa Herring of Edmond, OK, Edward Herring of Austin, TX, and Arlena Herring of Milwaukee, WI; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Military Honors Monday, April 15, 2013 2:30 p.m at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Minor-Morris Funeral Home, 112 Richards St. (815) 723-1283.

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Published by Herald-News on Apr. 14, 2013.

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Jeffery King

April 15, 2013

Farewell my friend. It was my honor to share life experiences with you as we matured in that neighborhood called Manningdale. Your family lived on Iroquois street, my family on Pawnee, everyone knew everyone in that community. We were all one supportive family. Eddie, God has call you home to rest, your work is complete. You are Home now; Curly Bill, Dude, Clink-a-Top and all of your family and friends are welcome you. One day, we too, will meet again.

Vivian Sallie

April 15, 2013

To the family of Eddie Herring. So sorry to learn of his passing. I have very fond memories of him playing the role of older brother and friend to me and my sisters and brother when we were growing up. He loved my Mom's cooking, especially her cakes, and was often at our house for dinner.

Rev. Alvin Triplett

April 15, 2013

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

Edward Herring Sr.

April 15, 2013

frist, i want to say i'm going to miss my father dearly! i remember so much about him and my mom would always tell me i acted just like him.i know he is in a better place.And me, my big brother derrick, my two older sisters vanessa,and kendra in houston, and my sweet baby sister arlena will get through this. we thank everyone's prayers and support. god bless... and his grandkids ebony herring, and edward herring jr. also said thanks.

Avis Hamilton

April 15, 2013

To the Family, my prayers are with you all during this time. Eddie was a family friend, and also a big brother. His kindness shall never be forgotten!

Doris Griffin Welch

April 15, 2013

Vannessa, may thougths and prayers go out to you and the family. May God bless and keep you close.

Otis Bloodsaw

April 14, 2013

my saddened heartfelt prayers go out to eddie herring and his entire family. God bless you all and remember earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. [email protected] otis bloodsaw.

MARVIN BEAVERS

April 14, 2013

Eddie and I met more than FIFTY Years ago. Eddie was working at the CATERPILLAR when we became friends. we started out working the Midnight shift. Back in the early Sixty (60s). We both were young and work for the CATERPILLAR TRACTOR CO. We got Drafted into the ARMY around the same time. EDDIE HERRING will be Missed. May GOD BLESS the Family.

Davida Hamilton-Riley

April 14, 2013

Eddie was a family friend for more than fifty years. We share in your sorrow, wishing you comfort in friendship and hope in prayer. Eddie will always live in our hearts.

Matt Bertani

April 14, 2013

Derrick: My condolences on the passing of your father.

Jacqui Robinson-El Torro

April 14, 2013

My sincere condolences to the family Eddie Lee was a great friend of my entire family.

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