It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our Father, Tata, Tio, Brother, Serafin Herrera Vazquez on June 14, 2024, in Indio, California.

Serafin was a special man in our lives. He was a hardworking man who loved his family, was not perfect, but then again who is. In pursuit of a better life, Serafin moved to Blythe in the 1950s where he met his beautiful wife, Florencia Garcia Vazquez, and made a home for their growing family.

Serafin was born in Ario de Rosales, Michoacan, Mexico on October 14, 1933. He was the oldest of eight siblings, three brothers and four sisters, born to Arnulfo Vazquez Cardosa and Altagracia Herrera Diaz. Serafin first worked as a cook, along with his wife for migrant field workers. He then became a field worker, moved on as an irrigator, then promoted to Foreman with Nish Norian Farms, where he retired from.

He loved his family and worked tirelessly to provide for his family with unwavering dedication. Serafin had a strong Catholic faith, prayed every morning and night, sometimes more, for everyone he loved and knew. His kindness was boundless, as he welcomed everyone, whether he knew you or not, wanting to fill their bellies and hearts with warmth, and inspiring us all to live with boundless generosity.

Serafin was proceeded in death by his parents, wife, Florencia Garcia Vazquez, brother Atilano Vazquez, Stepson Rogelio Garcia, grandkids: Omar Vazquez Hernandez, Peter (Peanut) O. Hernandez, Jr., Cesar Garcia, David Garcia, Maria Paz Garcia, and Joseph Garcia. He is survived by his children: Sally (Salvador) Vazquez, Ignacio (Maru) Vazquez Villalon, Arnulfo (Lidia)Vazquez, Olga Vazquez, Hector Vazquez (Nadine), Irma (Peter) Hernandez and Stepsons: Raul (Catalina) Garcia, Oscar Garcia and Abelardo (Esther) Garcia, Siblings: Salud Vazquez, Celia Vazquez, Rodimiro Vazquez, Guadalupe Vazquez, Ruben Vazquez and Blanca Vazquez, along with like son nephew, Antonio (Bertha)Serna. Also survived by his grandchildren: Angelica (Chris), Dennis Jr (Christina), Marlene (Mario), Christine (Sam), Aderiana (Alex), Crystal (Brittany), Gabriel, Julian, Nicholas, Rodrigo, Karime, Junior, Patricia, Angie, Ernesto, Roger, Veronica, Jose, Oscar Jr., Florencia, Susana, Abel, Norberto, Alicia, Nina, Bianca, Miguel, Raul Jr II, Albert and many Nephews, Nieces, Great Grandchildren and Great-great Grandchildren.

Services for Serafin will be Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 10 am in Blythe at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 875 E Chanslor Way, Blythe, CA 92225. Reception following service at VFW Post 2987, 148 N 1 st St., Blythe, CA 92225. Please enter VFW through back door.

Flowers may be ordered at the local Albertsons flower shop (760) 922-4099 or from Eleanor Martinez and Shrubbery Florist (928) 669-2542.

Though our hearts ache, we take comfort in knowing you are basking in eternal peace and tranquility. You were a special man to us, and your memory & love will be forever in our hearts.

We will miss and love you Always. Rest in Heavenly Peace!