Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Frances Herrera, "Pachita"

Passed away on April 24, 2020


Frances Herrera, “Pachita”, (nee Fernandez), age 81, late of Hegewisch passed away on April 24, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Estanislao A. Herrera “Stan”. Loving mother of Juan A. (Maria) Herrera, Maria S. Herrera and Estanislao (Carmen) Herrera, Jr. Devoted grandmother of Juan Herrera, Jr., Rebeca Herrera, Diego Herrera, Renee Gonzalez, Raul Garcia, Gabriela Herrera and Estanislao Herrera, III. Cherished great-grandmother of Mateo Herrera. Dear daughter of the late Juan Rivera and late Ermila Fernandez. Dear sister of Josephine (late Louis) Ybarra and many others who preceded her in death. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation, funeral services and cemetery service will be privately held for the family. Arrangements entrusted to  Elmwood Chapel, Chicago, IL. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

 

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

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Condolences
" Our deepest heartfelt condolences from the Valentine/ Agapita Fernandez Family. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. "
- Agapita (Valentine ) Fernandez
April 25, 2020 12:50 pm

"Our condolences to the Herrera family. Your mom was always such a beautiful and kind woman. She will be missed. May God wrap his arms around her and may she rest in eternal peace.🙏🏻"
- Jaime and Nancy Godina
April 25, 2020 6:38 pm

"Our prayers and deepest condolence t0 the family for their loss"
- John & Aurora Gardner
April 27, 2020 6:56 am

"Stan --- From all of our associates here in Mt. Pleasant Texas, --- Our sincerest condolences to you and your family at this sad time. We hope that you and your family will rely on many fond memories of your mother. Take care my friend. George and everyone in Mt. Pleasant."
- George Winchester
April 27, 2020 9:27 am

"My deepest sympathy to the family. I am a co-worker of Maria. The Sadlowski School Full Day Pre-Kindergarten extends sympathy and prayers."
- Vivian Caliendo Alden
April 27, 2020 10:35 am

"Maria , I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My deepest condolences. Linda Sanchez (Speech path). "
- Linda Sanchez
April 27, 2020 11:48 am

"Stan, From the entire Shick Esteve family....wanted to offer our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Cam Martin"
- Cam Martin
April 27, 2020 11:50 am

""May God bless the entire family through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers." Phil and Teresa Davis"
- Phil and Teresa Davis
April 28, 2020 8:18 am

"Our deepest thoughts, condolences and prayers are with you and your family. A mass at Prince of Peace in Flowery Branch, GA will be dedicated to your Mother. "
- Joe & Linda Brungardt
April 29, 2020 7:55 am

"Stan, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom may her memories give you strength in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in Peace! Alma Ramirez"
- ALMA RAMIREZ
April 29, 2020 8:08 am

"Stan, My deepest condolences to your and your family on the loss of your mom. My family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers."
- Stuart White
April 29, 2020 12:43 pm

"Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Times like these shouldn't be about sadness but should be about remembering love. Love of family and of friends that will always be there. Take care and sending prayers to help your family through these hard times."
- Dennis G. Link
April 29, 2020 5:29 pm

"Sending my deepest condolences at this time. I know this is never easy to accept but you are all very blessed to have had so many wonderful years with your mom/grandma. She is watching over all of you always. -Karina (Patsy's daughter)"
- Karina Rivera
May 1, 2020 8:36 am

Candles Lit
"Love you mom miss you so much. "
- Stan
April 24, 2020 10:30 pm

"It was like a needle being stuck in my heart to hear the passing of my Godmother,today God opened his arms to welcome her into his kingdom ,taking away all her pain and suffering ,Beto ,Susie and Jr.,my prayers go out to you ,but remember now she's going to be looking down on you with your dad with much love,remember my Tia is not with us in life ,but in spirit she'll always be with us. "
- Pasty Alvarez
April 24, 2020 10:40 pm

"Love you grandma!!"
- Sue
April 28, 2020 3:56 pm

"Love you grandma You loved us with all you had for 81 years and now you are with Dad"
- Sue
April 28, 2020 3:58 pm

"I love you Grandma!!! Thank you for always loving me and always being there for me,I miss you so much and your big hugs!!! Give one to Grandpa for me "
- Renee
April 30, 2020 11:46 am

"Miss you more and more as the days go on. I love you always abuelita <3 "
- Gabie
May 3, 2020 1:35 pm