Flags at Half Staff Today for Pernell Herrera

Pernell Herrera

Governor Susana Martinez has ordered flags flown at half-staff from sunrise to sundown today in honor of Sergeant Pernell Herrera of the New Mexico National Guard. Sgt. Herrera, of Espanola, passed away after suffering cardiac arrest while serving in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan on December 31st. Sgt. Herrera was the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. He is survived by his mother Dolores Quintana, his brother Arthur Herrera, and his two children, Alicia and Julian Herrera. Funeral services for Herrera will be held today in Espanola.

Flags at Half Staff Today for Pernell Herrera