Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I met Curly Herrera at International Gym (defunct )in Laredo, Texas in the early 1980's. The gym was located on Santa Maria Avenue/Gonzalez Street at the time. I used to sell vitamins and protein supplements to a few people in the gym. I sold him a few vitamin supplements. I have never forgotten him throughout my life. I recently retired as a federal law enforcement officer. May God Bless his soul and continued prayers to his family.

Adolfo Morales
Retired Federal Law Enforcement Officer

January 25, 2020

Poor dear sweet Curly. I was there the night of the shooting. The horror has never left me. He was an honorable man, and he died a hero. I'm sure anyone who was lucky enough to know him still grieves, for the wonderful man whose life was cut way too short. RIP Curly, and peace and prayers for your family.

Janet McLaughlin
Reporter, KLDO-TV

November 5, 2019

When I was with the Sheriff's explorers I used his service weapon for training. Every time I had his service weapon a special feeling. I could feel him say hold still and take a shot. I got to meet his brother and he also is a good man. Sleep well and sleep tight Curly.

ANGEL ABRAHAM PEREZ CHAPA
Me

February 9, 2018

Curly was a good person to me, he gave me good advice when he was still with us. i said a prayer for him today. while it has been some time, i have never forgotten the good man. I extend my love to his family. be well.

no rank
friend

October 19, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 26th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I hold your family in my heart's embrace today. To your family and friends, thanks for sharing your devotion in your loving and respectful reflections for Jerry.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 4, 2012

WELL I NEVER HAD THE HONOR OF WORKING WITH DEPUTY HERRERA BUT I HONOR HIM BY PUTTING ON THE SAME BADGE AND ENFORCING THE LAWS IN THE SAME COMMUNITY DEPUTY HERRERA ONCE DID THE ULTIMATE SACRAFICE IS SOMETHING THAT ALL OFFICERS HAVE IN THE BACK OF THEIR MINDS EACH TIME HE OR SHE PUTS ON THE UNIFORM SO IT IS MY HONOR TO CARRY ON WHAT DEPUTY HERRERA WOULD HAVE WANTED US TO CONTINUE AND THAT IS PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITY AND KEEP OUR CITY SAFE MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND BLESS YOU ALL WHO HAVE SUBMITTED A REFLECTION IN THIS MEMORIAL.

Deputy Inv.
Webb County Sheriff's Office

May 25, 2011

MY CONDOLENCES ALWAYS TO THE HERRERA FAMILY WHO LOST A SON AND BROTHER. EVEN THOUGH I NEVER WORKED NOR MET CURLY, IT IS A BURDEN ON MY HEART WHEN A BROTHER IN BLUE HAS FALLEN. JOSE "CURLY" HERRERA WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE A HERO.

Officer Rodriguez
LPD

July 5, 2009

RIP.You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous

November 1, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 5, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

February 1, 2008

I learned a lot from you Jerry! More then you can imagine! I am with you, in more ways then you will ever know!!!!! YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTIN!!!!! I AM WITH YOU IN SPIRIT!!!! YOUR DEATH'S INVESTIGATION IS NOT OVER!!!!!!!

Martinez, Rogelio
Relitive

January 27, 2008

Jose Gerardo "Curly" had always aspired to be an officer. His determination to serve the people became a realty soon after high school. I recall him asking me to quiz him for his exams which he proudly passed. He would even volunteer as a school crossing guard at one of the local elementary schools. Now that is a HOME TOWN HERO!

Janie Rodriguez
Sister

August 21, 2007

My brother always dreamed of being o police officer since he was just a little boy. After graduation he joined the Sheriff's department would go on ride alongs for extra traning. If you would only see the gleam in his face everytime he would put on his uniform. To me he was someone that was devoted to his job. He risked his life for the people of webb county and to me he is a hero.

Leti Herrera

Sylvia L. Herrera
Sister

June 12, 2007

I learned a lot from you Jerry! More then you can imagin! You will never be forgoten!!!!!!!!!!!!! EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!

Martinez, Rogelio
Relitive

October 26, 2006

I remember Curley proudly putting his uniform on and the statisfaction he had knowing he was a Peace Officer. Seeing how proud he was played a great roll in me becoming a Police Officer.

Edward L Perez 3137 FWPD

OFFICER
FT WORTH POLICE DEPT