Ernesto P. Herrera Jr. Obituary
The family of Ernesto P. Herrera Jr. of Las Vegas, New Mexico announces his passing on September 1, 2026. Ernesto, born on August 11, 1938, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ernesto P. Herrera Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernesto Herrera Sr. and Pauline Duran; his grandparents, Isador and Vicenta Herrera (Nina); and his wife Fabiola Lucero Herrera.
He is survived by: his brothers, Paul, Isador, Alfonso, Frank and Vincente; his aunt Phoebe Rangel; his daughter Diane Betchart Lisa Marie (Steve); his grandchildren, Shannon Roper, Christopher W. Kusrow (Lina), Ashley Kusrow (DeMayo Henderson) and Alyssia Yezek; his great grandchildren, William Henderson, Brianna Henderson, Ally Henderson, Elizabeth Roper and Justin Roper; and his children, Ryan and Erica Apodaca. He is also survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends.
A rosary will be held on Monday, September 28th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Rogers Mortuary Chapel (600 Raynolds Ave, Las Vegas, NM 87701). A burial will be held on Monday, September 28th 2026 at 12:30 PM at the Santa Fe National Cemetery (501 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501).
