He is survived by: his mother, Trina Womble of Cherokee Village; his father, David Herron of Ozark Acres; his maternal grandmother, Donna Evans of Hardy; five brothers, Benny Joe Leija, Garrett Leija, Zahery Leija, Bruce Womble and Trevor Sitze all of Cherokee Village; one step-brother, Clayton Sitze of Cherokee Village; a very special friend, John Sitze of Cherokee Village; and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Verlon Evans; his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A.V. Herron; and his stepmother, Jeanette Beach.
Funeral services were held Feb. 21 at the Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland with Tom Rhoades officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of the Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland.
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