Joey Herrera
July 28, 1970 ~ July 23, 2014
Joel "Joey" Herrera, a life-long resident of New Braunfels, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in New Braunfels at the age of 43. Joey was born on July 28, 1970 in New Braunfels to Jose Herrera and Rachel Cantu. He was a 1988 graduate of Canyon High School and was a cabinet maker by trade. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26-years, Debra Herrera; son, Derek Herrera; daughter, Teagan Herrera; mother, Rachel Martinez and husband, Edward; father, Jose Herrera; sister, Joanne Hunter and husband, Dal, and their children Jackson and Langston Hunter; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Antonio and Beatrice Camareno; brother-in-law, Jon Camareno and wife, Belinda, and their children, Ethan, River and Shelby Camareno; sister-in-law, Amanda Camareno. In addition, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of special friends survive Joey as well. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at the Lux Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will resume from 9:00 am to 10:00 am with a Holy Rosary at 9:30 am followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:00 am on Friday, July 25, 2014 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Please note: there will not be a procession from the funeral home to the church on Friday morning. Those wishing to attend services on Friday are asked to meet at the church. All services will end at the conclusion of the Funeral Mass.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace, sweet Joey! Love your Cousin Ronnie (Veronica Rodriguez)
Joey was like a son. We will miss his smile, laughter and presence but he will always be in our hearts.
Joey was a great cousin and will be missed greatly. May he rest in peace.
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. We know there are no words to ease your pain. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you and take care, Victor, Virgie and Family
Dear Rachel and Family We are so sorry for your profound loss. The loss of a precious son must be a terrible burden on a parent. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the entire family. May The Lord sustain you during these difficult times. Know that you are loved and supported by your friends and family. Sincerely Feliz and Manuel Gonzales
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to your family. May God give you strenght and may your faith be true to guide you all through this difficult time. Jose, Brenda, Luis and Isabel
So very sorry for your loss, our prayers continue for all your Family.
Debra,Derek,Teagan,Rachel: Sorry for your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Frank and Mary Serda,Ortiz
Debbie, i am sorry for your loss. praying for you, the family and friends. Look to God to see you through and give you strength. God bless you’ll and keep you’ll always.
sorry for you lost Debbie my prayers are with you and your family may god bless you all lots of love Connie Villanueva Martinez
Prayers to your family. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Debbie, I can truly say I know how you are feeling at this time. It’s been only 41/2 months since I lost your uncle, but it will be hard and like your world has ended but trust in god and he will give you the strength to carry on. You have your kids and you need to stay strong for your baby girl. Call me anytime if you want to talk I’m here for you. Luv u
Rachel- I am so sorry for the loss of your son. God’s Blessings to you and your family. Norma Jean (First National Bank)
Debbie, so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying that you will find comfort knowing that he is with our Heavenly Father. My condolences to you and your family. Take care.
Debbie I know life is crazy and it never goes as we plan it..my condolences to you and your family..I remember seeing you and your husband at the tube shoot cardboard float in April ..you told me y’all decided to enter at the last minute ..you guys were having a blast..what a great memory to have..those will stay in your heart..I know it’s hard Debbie the pain never goes away but you learn to live with it..stay strong my friend ..prayers flying your way..Big Hug!!
So sorry for your loss Debra.Know that your family is in my prayers..
I am so very sorry. Look to God for strength at this most difficult time. My prayers are with you and the family
Joey’s family, Rachel and Joe so deeply sorry for your loss. God Bless all…
May your precious memories help you get through this difficult time. We love you all so very much.
I’M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS DEBBIE. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. STAY STRONG.
My condolences to the Herrera family.
My condolencese to the Cantu, Herrera & Camareno families. May God give you the strength and comfort in this difficult Time.
Debbie,Tony,Bea,Rachael and family our deepest condolences to you and your family may the good Lord continue to bless you.
Rachel and family members, may you continually be blessed with memories of Joel, a beloved son, father, nephew, and friend. Blessings and may our ever present Lord, Jesus Christ protect you and keep you safe here and in Heaven. Rey Lujan Gaytan
God must have needed another angel. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rachel, we are so sad to hear of your sons passing. Our prayers are with you and the family! May the Lord God Almighty embrace you all in His loving arms and comfort you and give you peace.
Por favor reciban mis ms sinceras condolencias por la prdida de su ser querido, no hay duda que la muerte es muy dolorosa, por tal razn quera compartir con usted algunas palabras de consolacin que le ayudaran en estos momentos difciles, tal como me ayudaron a m. Estas palabras se encuentran en la Biblia, si tiene Biblia le invito a que lea, Juan 5:28,29, Hechos 24:15, Revelacin 21:3, 4, ah notara que dichos textos hablan de la bella esperanza de la resurreccin, solo podemos imaginar la alegra de volver abrazar a nuestro ser querido que ha fallecido. Qu maravilla!