Benita
Herrera de Aguilar
Obituary
Benita Herrera de Aguilar, 74, of Fort Wayne died December 29, 2022 at her home in Fort Wayne, IN. Benita was born September 27, 1948 in Matamoros, Mexico. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, married for 55 years. Benita was employed by General Motors for 30 years, retiring in 2006. Benita is survived by Manuel C. Aguilar; son, Manuel E. (Mary) Aguilar; Guillermo Aguilar; sister Maria Portales (Manuel) and grandaughter Samantha (Sophie) Aguilar. Benita was preceded in death by her father, Edelemiro Escobedo; mother Felipa Herrera and son Jose Angel; brothers Thomas Delatorre, Sabino Delatorre and Jose Luis Escobedo. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 2213 Brooklyn Ave with calling one hour prior. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery.
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Manny I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Mom’s are so special and she will forever live on in your heart.
Our warmest condolences. This tree is in memory of you Madrina.
May God heal your heart,for she will never leave it.She will always be with you. Our love never passes on,but waits for us in heaven until we are all together again. Prayers and hugs.
Deepest Sympathy, Sending Love and Prayers
Always in my thoughts.
You have a special place in my heart.
I will miss you very dearly.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.