Herbert was from Groom, TX, he grew up farming, then moved to Amarillo shortly after High School. He worked for the city of Amarillo, he owned his own janitorial business, and later in life did lots of charity and volunteer work.
He is survived by 2 daughters; Jana Owens and husband Daniel, Julie Alameda and husband Candelario, all of Amarillo. A Sister Patricia Franklin, and 5 grandchildren