June 4, 1937 – March 19, 2015
Dr. David S. Herrera passed away peacefully to be with our Lord, March 19, 2015, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. David was born on June 4, 1937, in San Antonio, Texas. He was the son of Federico and Beatriz Herrera. He was preceded in death by his parents. David is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary, daughter, Debra, son, Edward and wife, Lucy, son Larry and wife, Laura, grandchildren, Chris David, Rory, and Riley. He is also survived by his brother, Fred, brother, Raul and wife, Rita, sister, Beatrice, and many nieces and nephews. David graduated from Edgewood High School in 1956 where he excelled in academics (salutatorian), athletics (quarterback, captain, lettered in 4 sports), and student government (student council president). He received a scholarship to attend St. Mary’s University and earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Math Education. He received a Masters’ degree from Our Lady of the Lake University in Educational Leadership. In December 1984, David achieved a life-long goal and received a Doctorate degree in School Leadership. David spent 37 years in the education field as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and other upper level administrative positions during his 19 years in the Edgewood School District, 14 years in the Southside School District, and 4 years in Catholic Archdiocese Schools. He received many accolades for his commitment and dedication to the students, teachers, and communities he served. He was honored in 1994 when he was inducted into the Edgewood ISD Hall of Fame. To Sir, with love. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association would be greatly appreciated. A visitation will be held on Thursday March 26, 2015 from 5-9 pm with a rosary at 7 pm. A mass will be celebrated on Friday March 27, 2015 at 1:30 pm at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 10703 Wurzbach Rd. San Antonio, TX 78230. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park.
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