Frederick Samuel DeHerrera

FREDERICK SAMUEL DEHERRERA “Fred”

Fred was born the seventh of nine sons, on May 8, 1954, in Sacramento, California, to Andres Provencio DeHerrera, and Esther Mary Lujan, both deceased.  Survived by his wife Rosa Maria Castorena, and two of three daughters: Marie, and Sophia, brothers Andy Jr. (Gailan), Jerry, Gene (Debbie), William, Eddie, Michael, and Timothy (Phyllis). Preceded in death by brother Raymond DeHerrera, and daughter Angela DeHerrera. He graduated from Elk Grove High School, in 1973, and worked and retired from Department of Justice, of California, in Sacramento. After struggling with medical problems for over three years, Fred passed away on June 22,2023, at Central Valley Specialty Hospital, Modesto, California.  Fred will be remembered for his humor, terrible jokes and funny laugh. When he was a child, he would play tricks on the brothers.  Fred was also remembered for his cooking and entertaining family members during the holiday season. Fred also enjoyed playing ball with his dog Betto! Services will be held on Friday, July 14 at 10:00am at East Lawn, 9189 E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, 95624.  Reception to follow after service at Site 6A, Elk Grove Park.