Rafael Arturo Herrera's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2025 in Waukegan, Illinois

Rafael Arturo Herrera

March 9, 1949 - December 12, 2025 (76 years old)

Waukegan, Illinois

Rafael Arturo Herrera's obituary , Passed away on December 12, 2025 in Waukegan, Illinois

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The Memorial Chapel of Waukegan

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Rafael Arturo Herrera

March 9, 1949 - December 12, 2025 (76 years old)

Waukegan, Illinois

Rafael Arturo Herrera Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Rafael Arturo Herrera (Waukegan, Illinois), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 12, 2025 at the age of 76. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rafael Arturo Herrera to pay them a last tribute.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Rafael leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parent Cristina Herrera; his brother Rigoberto Herrera; and his wife Elsa Herrera.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Memorial Chapel of Waukegan (1521 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085). Viewing will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 at 9:00 AM at the same location. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 at the Ascension Catholic Cemetery (1920 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
The Memorial Chapel of Waukegan



Tue

Dec 16

Visitation

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Memorial Chapel of Waukegan
1521 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085

Wed

Dec 17

Viewing

9:00 AM

Memorial Chapel of Waukegan
1521 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085

Wed

Dec 17

Funeral service

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Memorial Chapel of Waukegan
1521 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085

Wed

Dec 17

Burial

Ascension Catholic Cemetery
1920 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048

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