William "Bill" Jimenez Herron

William Floyd Herron, age 65, passed away at his home in Silver City on Saturday, June 7, 2025. He was born January 19, 1960 to William James Herron and Eloisa “Connie” Becerra Herron at Hillcrest General Hospital in Silver City.

He is survived by his son, William “Billy” Diaz Herron; daughter, Siobhan Diaz Herron Farran (Jonathan); granddaughters, Audrey Sephra Herron and Michaela Farran; grandson Jonathan William Farran; sisters, Mary Hazel Arguello (Allen) and Liz Herron; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews; great-nephew Alexandrue “Cuckoo Bird” Davila and his special friend, Andrea Kruse.

He was preceded in death by his son, Samuel “Sammy” Diaz Herron; his parents; grandparents, Genaro (Juanita) Jimenez and Floyd (Ellie) Herron; brother, John Raul Becerra; sister, Suzanna Georgia Becerra Watkins; Aunt, Felicitas Jimenez and nephew Andrew “Andy” Davila.

Bill worked in construction throughout his life, developing homes, roads, commercial buildings, and specializing in masonry. He was meticulous and took pride in his work. He was a talented artist who created realistic hand carvings from wood and rock. One of his skull rock carvings is displayed at a local physician’s office. His Harley Davidson wood carvings were sold at the Buffalo Bar. He was a self-taught musician of the guitar and harmonica and was a soulful vocalist. He played solo and in local bands.

Bill loved the outdoors, hiking, camping, going to the river, attending family gatherings, listening to music, and traveling the states with his brother, John. He cared for our Mama Jenny and Aunt Fel for many years. He was a free spirit, genuine, generous, and humble.

The family is grateful to Allen Arguello, his brother-in-law for his enduring love and caregiving.

A graveside memorial and inurnment will be held at ten o’clock in the morning on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Memory Lane Cemetery in Silver City. Deacon Bill Holguin will officiate.

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