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1949
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2012
Ruben Herrera Obituary
Our loving father Ruben Herrera passed away on Dec 7, 2012. Ruben was born on June 11, 1949.
He was born to Benjamin C. Herrera and Guadalupe F. Herrera.
He is preceded in death by his parents, two infant siblings and his sister Gloria Flores Herrera. Ruben is survived by his children Reuben, Arthur, Angelica Garcia, Maria Herrera Adams, Nicholas, Jessica, Gloria and Eugenia Herrera. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren. Additionally he is survived by his loving siblings and their spouses, Robert and Ester Herrera, Benjamin and Yolanda Herrera, J.M. Herrera, Carlos and Olivia Herrera, and Maria Aceves.
Ruben was a successful local Oxnard businessman and was co-owner of Boy's Market. He spent several years managing his father's apartment complexes back in the 70s. In addition, he also co-owned and operated the El Camino Real restaurant, located in Oxnard.
Ruben loved to travel to many areas throughout the country and spend time with his family. An avid lifelong boxing fan, Ruben used to enjoy traveling to Las Vegas to attend boxing matches. He also enjoyed the company of his cousins and numerous nephews. Ruben was a generous man when it came to his children and grandchildren and never failed to show how much he cared and loved them.
Ruben spent many years working and fundraising with the Sister Servants of Mary and the Missionaries of the Holy Spirit. He was a lifelong advocate working with the Roman Catholic Church and coordinated parties and dances on its behalf for many projects.
Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 13, 2012, at Santa Clara Mortuary, 2370 N. H. Street Oxnard, CA 93036, 485-5757. Visitation will be followed by a rosary at 7 p.m. at Santa Clara Church, 323 S. E. Street Oxnard, CA 93030. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, December 14, 2012, at Santa Clara Church officiated by Bishop Joseph Madera. Burial to follow at Santa Clara Cemetery 2370 N. H. Street Oxnard, CA 93036. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Ruben Herrera's memory to Sister Servants of Mary 140 N. G Street Oxnard, CA 93030. Memories and condolences may be left for the Herrera family at www.santaclaramorturay.com.
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for Ruben Herrera
L.J. Sanchez
January 6, 2013
To All The Herrera Family,May God have received your Loved One in the Arms of Our God.I remember Mr.Ruben'Herrera when my sister & I used to go to the Store buy the pigsfeet in a jar.The reason I remember this because sometimes the one pigsfeet I wanted was way @ the bottom & Mr.Ruben would go all the way down the botton of the jar to just get the one we wanted to please two Little Girls Mr.Ruben even took some of the pigsfeet out to give us the one we wanted.He was a Very Kind Man.And that's how I'll Rembemer Mr.Ruben Herrera for the Kindness he gave 2 Little Girls.May U Rest In Peace Mr.Ruben Herrera.From Someone Who Cared as a Little Girl & Now a grown womam.God Bless All his Family & Friends.Always A Friend.
L.J. Sanchez
January 6, 2013
To All The Herrera Family,May God have received your Loved One in the Arms of Our God.I remember Mr.Ruben'Herrera when my sister & I used to go to the Store buy the pigsfeet in a jar.The reason I remember this because sometimes the one pigsfeet I wanted was way @ the bottom & Mr.Ruben would go all the way down the botton of the jar just to please two Little Girls Mr.Ruben even took some of the pigsfeet out to give us the one we wanted.He was a Very Kind Man.And that's how I'll Rembemer Mr.Ruben Herrera for the Kindness he gave 2 Little Girls.May U Rest In Peace Mr.Ruben Herrera.From Someone Who Cared as a Little Girl & Now a grown womam.God Bless All his Family & Friends.Always A Friend.
December 15, 2012
Dad,I just want you to no how much I love I loved when you would go to pay my school money and you would take me out for school to have lunch and I would say can you do that and you would say I am Ruben Herrera I can do what I want but than you would say''DO NOT TELL YOUR MOM'' I would say can I tell grandma and you would yes I loved our lunches together and going to the store with you on weekends playing store as I would watch you work and we would go to the back and eat lunch.I loved spending time with you and saturday nights at your house and all us kids would play.I will love the fact how much you loved your grandkids with all you heart and you would always tell them and when the where little you would get home from work and they would be at your house you would be wearing your white work clothes and you would tell them you where a Dr.and they would believe you where one till they got older I love you and miss you!!!!
love Angelica Maria
john flynn
December 15, 2012
Ruben would be very happy with the beautiful words from so many people, especially those of Maria. Ruben came from a great family whose love and devotion to the Church is known as the family legacy. He always treated me so kindly and thoughtfully and I won't forget him. That smile will stay with us all.
Maria
December 15, 2012
Dad,
I write this letter to you as a letter of what you gave me a celebration, a celebration of you.
I had the privilege of having you in my life for 35 years. You gave me the gift of life and I Thank You for that gift you and my Mom gave me. As a child, I remember you as a big man -- both in size and in my feelings toward you. Parenting is not an easy responsibility, as I have come first-hand to know. Sometimes it's the little things a parent does that you remember most. I remember when you took me in your Cadillac in the rain to Red Barron and you always let me order steak and lobster and the many times we drove in the rain in that car because you couldn't figure out how to close the top of the car…. watching you from the inside of the house through the window on Eastwood as you tended to your yard and how much pride you took in taking care of the house for us. You always took such good care of the house for us Dad, Thank You.
Mind you my Dad was in dress clothes cleaning and watering the yard J, his black slacks, redwing shoes and his dress shirts.
My love for the things you did for us as your family taught us all a lesson, always help those in need because we all deserve to be helped, I remember all the times you would walk in and say Mary can you make some extra food for lunch and without hesitation she always did and you would tell her you brought someone home to help with the yard or fix something and years later I realized you did this not because you needed someone to help but because that person and their family were in need and you always helped.
I remember a conversation I had with someone when I was in Oxnard and they had a story about your kindness and the man said Mija saludame me a tu papa and he wiped his eyes. I love hearing those stories from all the people that had the pleasure of walking into Boys Market, they could have shopped any where else but what they enjoyed and found comfort in is that you knew them all by name and asked questions about their families.
As I was typing this I couldn't stop laughing at all the times you attempted to vacuum the house before my Mom came back home after running errands and then a minute later you started, India, Jessi tu Nico Gloria one of you come finish this.. I laugh because Eugenia was always too little and she would just sit there and follow you around or pretend she was sick so she could stay home on Monday's when you took the day off from the store.
Or each time their was earthquake you would walk around the whole house letting us know as if we couldn't feel it and you make all of us come in the room and lay down in Your room with you and Mom, those were such fun times watching you get so excited, I never felt scared during an earthquake because of your excitement and laughter.
And how can I forget the birth of Eugenia, here Mom was in pain and you were kicking your feet in the air all excited because you thought your Eugene was on his way and it turned out to be your beautiful Eugenia. I will never forget when My Tita and Tito walked in to take care of us while you both left to the hospital and my Tita looked over at and I knew what her look meant and then she said it “Aye tu Padre” and we laughed so much because you were all excited trying to get stuff ready.
We had lots of adventures and laughs Dad, Our summer trips were the absolute highlight for us we all knew that as soon as school was out you would tell Mom “Mary get the kids ready we are leaving and you meant litterly that day J and we were off and before you knew it we were on the way to our favorite vacation…. Vegas.
Or how about the many times we would go to Fresno and you forgot to buckle the suitcases right on top of the van and the only one that knew better not to give you her bag was Penny, she told you she was going to leave it inside the van, soon as we got on the freeway back to Oxnard Mom turned around all of the suitcases were flying all over freeway and all I remember Mom saying is Ruben those were Nicos brand new boots, I can't help but laugh now because the clothes were all over the freeway and when we returned someone had already taken those bags as their own, and you said “Nevermind the weather”, and of course that meant no big deal.
Dad you were always a Man with great sense of humor and I can still hear your laughter. You gave me a strong love for boxing, Dancing, Music and for the art of food, I loved going to Carrows and Sizzlers as a family and we all would laugh at you as soon as your hand reached into your shirt pocket for your Chile J You could never leave the house without it.
There are so many moments that I will always treasure, Like the moment you laid eyes on Esperanza and couldn't stop laughing, I can only imagine what you felt.. Its like the times I would say Dad why did you call me India and you would say I told Your Mom look at all that hair that's my India… or when the boys would run all over the house and you would get all stressed and I said Dad you had so many kids and he would laugh and say that's why I had your Mother.. And we always knew when Mom would say No Dad would say Yes J, or like when you would call and ask the kids did your Mom take you to Sonic and they would hang up and Say “ The Best always ask if we had Sonic”, and they would laugh.
When the news came of your death, I became so like a child again with cries from within of "Not My Dad," over and over again. I replayed your call from the day before when at 3:35 you called me at work and asked how the kids were and then you said and Esperanza don't think I have forgot to send her birthday present then you asked me how could she be “10” and we laughed then I said Dad you sound really sick and like always you said “oh its nothing “ mira I'll call you when I get better, then you said is it raining in Fresno? and trying not to laugh I said no Dad its cloudy, and you said yeah it will rain soon and we closed the call with I love you Dad you said ok talk to you later.
” My Dad really loved the rain J “
How did I know the rain would come the very next day.. Perhaps it was a selfish want,… to go back and experience those 35 years all over again with you. and the last words we exchanged was "I love you Dad,"There was no better way to say farewell. We had said it all.
And now life continues. God gave me the pleasure of your company for 35 wonderful years before He called you home.
Each day I promise you I will live and take in all those mishaps that will happen and remember your words , because your right Dad, what's a few lost clothes on the freeway , it's the memories we will always treasure.
I miss you Dad, I miss you so much, but I know that Our communication has changed now, but our feelings remain forever constant and each time it rains I will prepare that fireplace for you like you always did.
I love you Dad,
India
Gustabo Sandoval
December 15, 2012
My condolences to the family; we all remember Ruben from the store (Boy's Market) in Colonia.
My prayers are with you. Que descanse en paz...
Mary Ortiz
December 14, 2012
To The Herrera Family,
So sorry to hear of Ruben's passing, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.. I had the pleasure of working at their store "Boys Market" with Ruben and all his brothers. May u rest in peace my friend!!
December 14, 2012
nuestro mas sentido pesame para la familia herrera fue un gusto aber concido a ruben que descance en paz
lupe & rosa felix
Tiara Grant
December 13, 2012
I remember the good times i was able to be around Ruben, he loved his children and the times i stayed over he acted as if i was apart of the bunch. i know that his children India, Nick, Jessie, Gloria and Eugena, will always remeber the great times they had with there father and will never for the love he had for each of them. may he rest in peace. xoxox
Xochitl Michel
December 13, 2012
Que dios te tenga en su gloria Ruben y dios te bendiga mi garna amigo
Tio Freddy, Tia Myriam and cousins
December 13, 2012
To our nieces India, Jessie, Gloria, Eugenia and our nephew Nico. We were all very saddened to hear of the passing of your father. Ruben was truly a loving person and always showed that to us every time we were able to visit. We have many fond memories of him and are very fortunate that he had been a part of our lives. We will truly miss him. Even though we are far away please know that we are always here for you. It's never easy to lose someone you love but stay strong, you can get through it. I know your dad would have wanted you all to be happy. Qué diós los bendiga. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Lisa Chester - Christy
December 13, 2012
To Ruben, Archie, Angela & Herrera Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your father always treated me like family. I remember running around Boys Market with little Ruben when we were younger, good memories.
Joe Herrera
December 12, 2012
Its a sad time when a family member passes away. I never had the opportunity to grow up around Ruben so most of the family does not know me. My condolences go out to my family for the loss (from what Im reading on everyone's posts) of a great man. I'm sure had I been around I could have learned a lot from my cousin. Rest in peace Ruben. My prayers go out to the rest of the family.
Ruben and Erma Mesa
December 12, 2012
To The Herrera Family,
So sorry to hear of Ruben's passing I to will always remember his great smile. To my uncle Robert, love keeps us all together no matter where we are, God bless all his children and may this time keep you all together and celebrating his life. Our prayers are with the family
John Robles
December 12, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family. We all remember Ruben from the store in Colonia. My prayers are with you. Rest in peace.
Cecilia Moya-Rodrguez
December 12, 2012
To my friend Maria H. Aceves & Family.............My deepest sympathy go out to you. For the passing of your brother Ruben. I'll always remember Maria when we would go out, & Ruben would follow us. That was funny, but he was just looking out for you. May God give you all comfort at this time. I know that he will be greatly missed by all. RIP RUBEN
David Magallanes
December 12, 2012
Herrera Family
I was truly sadden to hear that Ruben had passed away. Ruben and I grew up together as kids. In fact I was one of the first customers when the Boys Market openned. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Herrera Family members. May Ruben now rest in peace with our heavenly father.
Consuelo Herrera Hughes
December 12, 2012
I was very distraught after I heard about Ruben. I love all my cousins very much and he was like a brother. My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this sad time. I am very sad that I cannot attend the services since I live in Pennsylvania.
Ramona Knipper
December 12, 2012
To my nephew Nico, and Nieces-India, Jessie, Gloria and Eugena. I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. If you ever need to talk, I am just a phone call away. Love and kisses to all of you.
Tia Mona
Cheyenne, WY
December 12, 2012
I remember Ruben Herrera through my family (Trejo's) & of course the herrera's stores in Colonia, very active to our community. Our deepest condolences to all the Herrera Family. May God Bless each of you.
Liz Ramirez De Haro
Alice Trejo Ramirez
Amanda Hernandez
December 12, 2012
Tio Ruben u were a amazing man who ill never forget!..growing up u were the best tio & I have so many memories with u as a kid!..like when I would go over & u always took me & Eugenia to the store & always would say Mija get whatever you like. I use to think that was the coolest thing ever and whenever I was over no matter what trouble me and Eugenia got into in your eyes we did no wrong! & you always managed 2 crack a joke & make everyone laugh! Tio Ruben you will be missed! & I just pray that you watch over all your children and give them strength during this time!..I love u all & my prayers are with all of my cuzzins!!!
Dahlia Peinado
December 12, 2012
Uncle Ruben, you were such a beautiful person inside and out. I remember all the good times when I would go over to your house and sit on your lap while you told me scary stories and being with your daughters Jessica, Gloria, Eugenia and India. You always made me laugh and smile and whenever I picture you in my head, it's you smiling. Im glad you lived your life to the fullest. I miss you and I love you.
December 12, 2012
MY HEART FELT SORROW FOR ALL THE HERRERA FAMILY,ESPECIALLY FOR RUBEN'S CHILDREN. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. RUBEN, SAY "HELLO" TO MY DAD GEORGE AND MAYBE HE'LL COOK UP A LITTLE BAR-B-Q FOR YOU.
LOVE.....
CECELIA CHESTER-GANTT
Tio Pepe, Tia Darlene & Cousins
December 12, 2012
To Our Nephew: Nick,
Nieces: Maria,Jessie,Gloria & Eugina.
Our hearts go out to all of you during this time of sorrow.
All of you were such a big part of the light and love your dad shared with everyone.
May God Bless all of you and keep you strong during this time.
We are here for you always.
ruben castaneda jr.
December 12, 2012
may god bless all the herrera family. i remember going to boy's market and discussing boxing with ruben, he knew his boxers,and he will be missed.'tocayo'' as we used to call each other, may you rest in peace.
JOHN P. ACEVES
December 12, 2012
UNCLE RUBEN,
THINKING BACK ON THE TIMES WE SHARED TOGETHER WHEN I WAS JUST A KID. I REMEMBER HIS LOVE FOR BOXING, SO MANY MEMORIES. THE SATURDAY NIGHT FAMILY GET TOGETHER'S AT THE HERRERA FAMILY HOUSE.THE WAY HE WOULD SIT WITH ME AND SHOW ME PICTURES AND RECANT THE STORIES OF EACH BOXER. THESE ARE TIMES I WILL NEVER FORGET. UNCLE RUBEN SHOWED ME HOW TO RUN THE STORE. HE SHOWED ME HOW TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSMAN. ALL THESE TIMES WE SHARED HAVE HELPED MOLD THE MAN I AM TODAY. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILIA HERRERA.
Magdalen & Daniela Gutierrez
December 12, 2012
Nick, Dominic, Aidan & Herrera Family;
Our heart is saddened to hear of the passing of your dad. Ruben was always kind,respectful and had an endearing charm about him. Ruben came from one of the original "old time" well respected familias of Oxnard - may his legacy live on thru you and your sons. God bless you all and give you strength during this difficult time. Que descanse en paz....
Archie Herrera, MPS
December 11, 2012
Well dad, you always said "a good boxer never quits the fights." You showed that to all over the past few years, you never stopped the match, you went all rounds with your fight and won. Its funny that you called me Archie after a great english boxer, little Reuben should be honored to have your name. Love ya and will safe a spot for you in Vegas.
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