Frances F. Herrera

Francisca Fernandez Herrera, age 93, our mom’s spirit has left her earthly body to return home. She was born in Wharton, Texas to Oscar (Arturo) Fernandez and Anastacia Lopez Fernandez. Resided in San Antonio, Texas when she went home, the majority of her life she lived in Houston and surrounding area.

She later met Jorge Adrian Herrera at their place of employment in Houston, Texas. They married on February 14 and had four daughters. They were married for 41 years.

Mom had a passion for crafts. To name a few - she loved sewing quilts, aprons, pot holders and many more items. She would crochet in her spare time. She made these for home and to sell, including the best tamales ever! Enjoyed gardening, music and singing. Also enjoyed eating out, She would frequently remind us that she ate three times a day.

After dad’s passing mom was big on self improvement. She sought tutoring on reading, writing and math

She was a devoted Christian and loved God with all her heart, raising her daughters as Christians. Later in life she volunteered at Assistance Ministries. No doubt she is in heaven.

Mom, you are missed, but will forever live in our hearts. We love you and thanks for your love.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Jorge A. Herrera; father, Oscar (A.K.A Arturo) Fernandez; mother, Anastacia Lopez Fernandez; 13 siblings and 2 sons-in-law, Jose A. Gonzales and Darrell Henderson.

She is survived by her four daughters, Gloria Henderson, Linda Ruenes, Silvia Gutierrez (married to Lupe), and Olivia Gonzales; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and 7 great great-grandchildren.

Serving as pallbearers are Jose A. Gonzales, Jr, Jacob A. McDowell, Roger Casarez,Tristian Rademacher, and Nathaniel Orasco.

Donations can be made in memory of Frances to The Alzheimer’s Association.

We would like to extend a special thanks to all of our mother’s caregivers. We would also like to thank Bishop Shane Jenks and everyone for their prayers, and the outpour of love and support they have shown towards mom and our family.

A visitation for Frances will be held Friday, December 1, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039. A funeral service will occur Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039. A graveside service will occur Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Brookside Memorial Park, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77039.