Victor M. Herrera

June 27, 1945 - September 17, 2019

Victor M. Herrera, 74, of New Britain passed away Tuesday (September 17, 2019) at his home. Born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, he lived in New Britain over 50 years. Victor worked at Emhart Corporation in Berlin for 38 years, retiring in 2007. An accomplished and avid baseball player, he played in the New Britain Puerto Rican Softball League. Surviving are 2 sons, Hiram Herrera in Puerto Rico; and Eric Herrera in Arizona; a daughter, Wanda Herrera, also in Puerto Rico; 2 sisters, Olga Herrera in Meriden, and Margarita Herrera Ayala, also in Puerto Rico. Victor was predeceased by his wife, Laura Rentas in 2015. Funeral services are Thursday 4PM at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Lutheran Church, 77 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT 06051. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com