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Lena Herrera Obituary

Lena Herrera, age 82, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2007, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her generous heart and warm smile will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was born in Ideal, Colorado and grew up in Walsenburg. After marrying Joe Herrera in 1945, she left Colorado and accompanied Joe on his Army assignments in Germany and throughout the United States. They retired to Colorado Springs in 1970. Lena is survived by son Roger (Susan), daughter Linda Kostic (Dave), and son Alex (Linda); grandchildren Lindsay (Gary Ogden), Katy, and Lexie; great grandchildren Leo and Isabel; sister Rosann Gardner and brother David Cruz. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe, grandson Michael, and brothers Pete and Tony Cruz. Lena delighted in her grandchildren and enjoyed the antics of her mischievous cat, Tigger. Her family will miss her dearly, but take comfort in fond memories and the knowledge that she is resting comfortably in God's arms. A graveside service is planned for 10 AM Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Fort Logan National Cemetery, assembly area C, in Denver, Colorado. A reception will follow at Highlands Ranch Eastridge Community Center, 9568 S. University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

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Published by The Gazette on May 15, 2007.

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Joyce Lilly

May 17, 2007

Roger, Linda,Alex
Jim and I send our condolences to you
and your families.I have fond memories
of Aunt Lena. She is in my prayers along with your entire family.
Love, Joyce and Jim Lilly

Laura Dorchak

May 17, 2007

Alex,
I never met your mother, but she raised a wonderful son. I'll be thinking of you in this time of great loss. I hope that your memories will give you peace and joy.

Warmly,

Laura Dorchak (Hagen)

Tanieka Griffn

May 16, 2007

Linda and family,

Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my condolences.

Tanieka Griffn and Mary Sexton

May 16, 2007

I'm sorry for your loss, may your memories bring you comfort.
My condolences to family and friends.
Bogdan Samson (Colorado Springs)

Keith and Cindy Ford

May 15, 2007

Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy Lobato-Roses

May 15, 2007

Primo's Roger, Linda, Alex and families,
Tia Lena was a very kind and warm person, I will cherish my memories of her within my heart always.
She is in my prayers along with your entire family.
May our dear Lord Comfort you with his Great Love and bestow you with Peace of Heart and Mind.
Your Prima Hermana,

Mary Ann Holland

May 15, 2007

Alex, Linda, Roger and families,

Chris and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your families. May God give you comfort and peace. We all have wonderful memories of Aunt Lena.
Love,
Mary Ann and Chris Holland

Roger Grandpre

May 15, 2007

To Alex and All the Family,
I am sorry for your loss. It is impossible to adequately express my sincere sympathy at this difficult time.

Gary Moscaluk

May 15, 2007

To Alex & Family,
Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Leo Luquette

May 15, 2007

So sorry to hear about your loss, Alex. Let me know if I can help in any way.
Leo

Sean Mulholland

May 15, 2007

Alex - I'm deeply sorry for your loss.

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