Louise Herminda Cox

Louise Herminda Cox, 76, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully on Friday January 23, 2026.

Louise was born on November 23, 1949, in Clayton, New Mexico, to Frank and Rebecca (Amijo) DeHerrera. She was a woman of God whose faith guided her life and shaped the way she loved and cared for others.

Louise was known for her kind and loving heart, her wonderful sense of humor, and her spontaneous spirit. She loved to travel, ride horses, go camping, and embrace life’s adventures with joy and laughter. She had a special way of making people feel seen and deeply loved, and her warmth left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Louise also enjoyed crocheting, creating blankets and handmade gifts that reflected the love she poured into her family.

Above all else, Louise cherished her family. She is survived by her four daughters: Lorena DeHerrera of Liberal, Kansas; Dora (Joe) Sieber of Liberal, Kansas; Mary Ann (David) Batterman of Amarillo, Texas; and Jessica Maestas of Hooker, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her brothers: Joe (Stephanie) DeHerrera of Clayton, New Mexico; Gene (Sylvia) DeHerrera of Guymon, Oklahoma; Bobby (Ann) DeHerrera of Purcell, Oklahoma; and Gary (Susie) DeHerrera of Guymon, Oklahoma; as well as her sister, Odilia (Epifanio) Sintas of Raton, New Mexico.

Louise was a proud and devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her three grandsons: Jimmy Ortiz (Ryan Hebert) of Amarillo, Texas; Caius Smith of Perryton, Texas; and Tavin Sieber of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She is also survived by four granddaughters: Chelsey (Callie) McWhorter of Amarillo, Texas; Haley Smith (Mike Ayala) of Perryton, Texas; Taylor Abbott of Liberal, Kansas; and Teja Sieber of Fort Worth, Texas. She is further survived by two great-grandsons, Auden Ayala and Corvo McWhorter, and one great-granddaughter, Anya Ayala.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Frank DeHerrera; her father, Frank DeHerrera Sr.; and her mother, Rebecca DeHerrera.

Cremation has taken place, and no visitation will be held. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.