Eligio Eugenio "Julio" Herrera

Eligio Eugenio “Julio” Herrera, Jr passed away on May 10th, 2024, at the age of 63 in Butte, after a brief illness. Julio was the fifth child of nine to Eligio and Francis (Garcia) Herrera born on July 13th, 1961, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The family moved to Butte, MT in 1960’s and Julio spent his childhood there. Music played an important part in Julio’s family life. While growing up music was a family event and eventually Julio and his brothers would start their band, Red Rydin Hood, with Julio on the drums. Julio received his GED in 1979 and enlisted in the National Guard. In 1982, Julio welcomed his son Brandon and daughter Selena in 2016. A few years later, Julio joined the United States Army and was sent overseas to Germany. After his honorable discharge in 1988, Julio returned to Boulder, MT and started working at MCDC and later returning to Butte. While being stationed in Germany, Julio purchased his first Harley Davidson motorcycle. It is no secret Julio’s passion in life was Harley Davidson’s bikes and its logo. You rarely saw Julio without being dressed in anything that represented Harley Davidson. Over the years, Julio and his best friend Mike put miles and miles on their bikes cruising through Yellowstone National Park, Sturgis, National Hog Rally or the Beartooth Pass just to name a few. He was an avid supporter of many motorcycle clubs throughout the state. Julio is proceeded in death by his parents Eligio and Frances Herrera, brother Joe Herrera, sisters Carolina Herrera and Maxine Dill. Julio is survived by his son, Brandon (Misty) Herrera, daughter Selena Herrera and grandchildren Ayden and Jared. Also surviving are his siblings Doinicia Salcido, Lupe Weir, Isabel Owen, Dave Herrera, and Gilbert (Gina) Herrera and numerous nieces and nephews. We would like to thank Julio’s niece, Mary Herrera, for the extra care that she provided him this last month. Cremation has taken place. There are no formal services planned at this time. Julio will be honored with a potluck Celebration of Life on June 22, 2024, at Stodden Park at 12pm with a ride to follow. Let’s join Julio on his final Harley ride and wear your favorite Harley Davidson gear.

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Eligio Eugenio "Julio" Herrera

July 13, 1961 - May 10, 2024