Mario Herce Jr. 72 years of age, life- long resident of Tampa passed peacefully on Feb 13 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 2, 1947. Mario was enjoying retirement after a long and distinguished career with Teco. He was a member of St Lawrence Catholic Church. He served 6 years in the United States Army Reserve. His greatest passions were spending time with his grandchildren, visiting family in Key West and anything related to the Florida Gators.
Mario is preceded in death by his parents, Mario Sr. and Adalia Herce. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Sandra (Santana), his two daughters Dana Herce Fulgueria (Eric) and Tracy Herce Yosef (Brian), four grandchildren Madison and Alexis Fulgueria, Seth and Isabella Yosef, three brothers Robert (Ivana), Roland (Ana) & Ernie (Debbie) Herce, two brother-in-laws Louis (Jeanie), and Charlie (Trish) Santana, and many loving nieces and nephews. Mario was so beloved by his entire family and close friends. We will carry him in our hearts forever.
A Mass will be held at St Lawrence Catholic Church at 11am on Thursday, February 20th, 2020 with a visitation starting at 10am. A celebration of life will follow at Vincent and Tampa Cigar Shop. In lieu of flowers please make contributions in Mario’s name to the Boy’s and Girls Club of West Tampa Branch.
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