It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary Rose Herrera. Rosie, as she was known to many, was born on October 11, 1938, and went to be with
Our Lord, on November 27, 2023. Rosie was the third child of five children born to Jose Manuel and Sarah Sanchez in LeDoux, NM.
Rosie was the cherished wife of Alfred Herrera for over 54 years. She worked at K-Mart in Las Vegas, for fifteen years, as she was one of the first people to work there when the store first opened. She enjoyed meeting new people. She also loved to go bowling. After retirement, and when her husband's health began to decline, Rosie would go on to be his loving and devoted caregiver; never leaving his side. Rosie was a treasured mother to her two very handsome sons, Alfred and Anthony. She also had a beautiful stepdaughter, Martha. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her pride and joy! Rosie will be greatly missed and forever be in our hearts.
Rose is preceded in death by her husband Alfred Herrera; her parents; sisters Genevieve Baca, Carolina Maestas; and brother John Sanchez. And by other numerous family members.
Surviving Rosie are two sons, Alfred Michael Herrera and Rose Jaramillo, of Albuquerque, NM; Anthony "Anton" Herrera and wife Charlene, of Las Vegas, NM; and stepdaughter Martha and husband Doug Beiser of Fountain Valley, CA. Her brother Manuel Sanchez. Grandchildren, Marissa Herrera (Marcelo); Mariah Herrera, Amanda Wolfel (Rich), Jonathan Herrera; Paul Beiser (Kymberli); and Alicia Carrasco (Adam). Great grandchildren, Marciano, Mario, Isabella, Logan, Emery, Alivia, Luca, Arya and Ava.
Honored to be pallbearers: Mark Baca, Marcelo Cedillo, Jonathan Herrera, Alfred Gomez, Jimmy Maestas, and Martin Duran.
Rosie's family would like to thank family and friends for reaching out during this difficult time. If you are unable to attend services, please keep them all in your thoughts and prayers. You all are truly loved and appreciated.
Services are as follows: Rosary: Sunday, December 3rd, 6:00 pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Church.
Funeral mass: Monday, December 4th, 9:00 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Burial will take place at 2:30 pm at the Veteran's National Cemetery in Santa Fe.
Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary 600 Reynolds Ave Las Vegas, NM 87701 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.
Please visit our online website www.rogersmortuarynm.com to sign the online register book.