Rick Herrera

Rick Herrera entered the world on 04-08-1963 and stepped into eternal bliss on 12-27-2025.His extraordinary life’s journey began in Grand Island, Nebraska, where he spent the first five years of his life, before relocating to Santa Barbara, a place where he flourished and spent the remainder of his days. He walked the halls of Washington Elementary School, forging unbreakable bonds with friends who would stand by him through thick and thin. Rick was preceded by the loving spirits of his brother, Juan Jesus Herrera, and his beloved mother, Antonia Reyes, whose memories continue to shine brightly in his story. He passed peacefully at USC Keck hospital with his brother Jaime Herrera and sister in law by his side.

Ricky is survived by his sister Virginia, his brother Jaime and Florencio (Flo) Herrera.

A mass will be held Tuesday , February 24 at 10 am. at Holy Cross Church 1740 Cliff Dr., followed by a burial at Goleta Cemetery 11:30 am ,44 South San Antonio.