Juan Antonio Herrera

Born in Mexico on September 28, 1959, Juan carried with him a deep love for his culture, his family, and life itself. A man of many passions, he especially enjoyed watching soccer and boxing, often gathering with loved ones to cheer on his favorite teams and fighters. But more than anything, he loved spending time with his family—his true pride and joy.

A devoted husband to his loving wife of 41 years, Hilda, Juan was the cornerstone of his family. Together, they raised four wonderful children and built a life filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. He was known for hosting warm and lively BBQs, where he brought people together with his generous spirit and delicious food.

Juan was a happy man, full of life, and always ready with a smile. He was hardworking and proud of his trade. In Mexico, he worked as a skilled mechanical engineer. After moving to the United States, he continued his passion for craftsmanship as a welder—a testament to his dedication and adaptability.

He will be remembered for his kindness, his strong work ethic, his loyalty to those he loved, and the joy he brought to everyone around him. His presence was a gift, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Juan is survived by his wife Hilda, their four children, and his many friends and extended family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, unity, and resilience.

A visitation for Juan will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Memory Gardens Funeral Home, located at 8200 Old Brownsville Road, Corpus Christi, Texas. In honor of tradition, the visitation will begin at 5:00 p.m. and will continue through the night. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Family will graciously welcome guests throughout the entire visitation.

A chapel service will be held the following morning, Friday, April 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Memory Gardens Funeral Home, with burial to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Memory Gardens Cemetery, located on the same premises.

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Con gran pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de Juan Antonio Herrera, “Pipo”, un amado esposo, padre, abuelo y amigo, quien falleció el 5 de abril de 2025 a la edad de 65 años.

Nacido en México el 28 de septiembre de 1959, Juan llevaba consigo un profundo amor por su cultura, su familia y la vida misma. Hombre de múltiples pasiones, disfrutaba especialmente del fútbol y el boxeo, reuniéndose a menudo con sus seres queridos para animar a sus equipos y boxeadores favoritos. Pero sobre todo, amaba pasar tiempo con su familia, su verdadero orgullo.

Esposo devoto de su amada esposa Hilda, con quien estuvo casado durante 41 años, Juan fue la piedra angular de su familia. Juntos, criaron a cuatro maravillosos hijos y construyeron una vida llena de risas, amor y recuerdos inolvidables. Era conocido por organizar barbacoas cálidas y animadas, donde unía a la gente con su espíritu generoso y su deliciosa comida.

Juan era un hombre feliz, lleno de vida y siempre con una sonrisa. Era trabajador y orgulloso de su oficio. En México, trabajó como ingeniero mecánico especializado. Tras mudarse a Estados Unidos, continuó su pasión por la artesanía como soldador, testimonio de su dedicación y adaptabilidad.

Será recordado por su amabilidad, su sólida ética de trabajo, su lealtad a sus seres queridos y la alegría que infundía en quienes lo rodeaban. Su presencia fue un regalo, y su recuerdo perdurará en los corazones de quienes lo conocieron y amaron.

A Juan le sobreviven su esposa Hilda, sus cuatro hijos, sus numerosos amigos y su extensa familia. Deja un legado de amor, unidad y resiliencia.

El velatorio de Juan se llevará a cabo el jueves 17 de abril de 2025 en la Funeraria Memory Gardens, ubicada en 8200 Old Brownsville Road, Corpus Christi, Texas. Siguiendo la tradición, el velatorio comenzará a las 17:00 h y continuará durante toda la noche. Se rezará el Santo Rosario a las 19:00 h. La familia recibirá amablemente a los invitados durante todo el velatorio.

El servicio religioso se llevará a cabo la mañana siguiente, viernes 18 de abril de 2025, a las 10:00 h en la Funeraria Memory Gardens, y el entierro se realizará a las 11:00 h en el Cementerio Memory Gardens, ubicado en las mismas instalaciones.