Roberto "Bobby" Herrera
Linda Zabors
Roberto M. Herrera, Jr., a.k.a. “Chops”was a firefighter and 30-year veteran who retired from Truck 32 “Bombero Mexicanos” serving the Little Village neighborhood. Bobby retired in 2016 but remained an advocate and supporter of firefighters and the community.
He also had a passion for soccer, Bobby coached soccer for 18-years in the CLASA Latino league. Bobby was also a craftsman who made firefighting helmet shields and worked on cars.
Alumnus
Benito Juarez High School
Jungman Elementary School
Honorary Roberto “Bobby” Herrera Way
West Carpenter Street between West 18th Street and West 19th Street
Approved: November 2021
Ward: 25
Alderman: Sigh-Lopez
Neighborhood: Little Village/Pilsen
b. June 21, 1961
d. May 22, 2021