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13 Years and counting...

September 26, 2022
13 Years Ago on September 24, 2009
13 years ago on September 24, 2009, life as I had always known it to be was forever changed. In as much time as it takes for my heart to beat.  Everything I had built my life upon was lost, and left me trying to find my bearings… 13 years ago on September 24, 2009, my little brother was MURDERED and taken from our Family!
I cannot help but to relive that day… I remember silly things like sitting at work and looking forward to being home with Ricardo and Kalel, what I ate for breakfast and couldn’t wait for lunch so that I could leave the office for an hour and fill my belly with food (HAHA!), how I left for work that morning wondering how bad my heartburn would be for the day since I was about 4 months pregnant (with a “Boy”), and how I hadn’t had enough time to curl my hair that morning… I wondered if Ricardo was going to take me to get my pedicure later that evening after I got off work. Once the evening came, we headed to the nail shop (I was ready to get my feet done, too!). I started my pedicure and not too much after I sat down. Ricardo got a phone call. I seen him walk out real quick and I didn’t think anything of it. He came in and looked at me like he seen a ghost. His eyes were watery and it looked like he was trying to hold back tears. He looked at me and said, “We have to go, Babe, something happened.”
….Time… Stood… Still… 
I remember everything about that day as if it were happening this very moment. In some ways I wish I didn’t. But in other ways there is a crazy sort of comfort that comes to me when I look back on that day. I remember how hot & humid it was. August in Texas is HOT. I remember the smell of my husband’s neck when I hugged and kissed him goodbye in the morning as I left for work (Him and his colognes. He always smells good). I remember looking at my growing belly as I smiled when I felt my baby move after I snacked on something sweet. DaBaby always moved and kicked allot. 
I could also feel the fear coming knowing I had to look into my mom and dad’s eyes. It was if I could read their minds, and it was so much more than I could take…I remember sitting on my mother’s rocking chair in her living room looking at my family that came from Puerto Rico...all my Aunt's (Tit Nilda, Titi Ina, Titi Papo (Isabel), Titi Nirza, & Titi Judy) & my wonderful, loving and caring cousin Javi, and my dear beautiful, loving, funny, and fabulous cousin, Daryl from North Carolina, as I was trying to calm myself down and take it easy for my baby’s sake. The stress and overwhelming feeling was so intense. My family was worried about me especially with me being pregnant. Their concerns were the "baby", and them trying to relieve stress off me just for the time being. I vividly remember the moment I told myself that I’d never be able to breathe right again…
And I did… WE did… One breath after another. And here it is 13 years later…September 24, 2022.
I wish everyone had all known my little brother… 
He was larger than life. He was very protective of his family, was broad and sturdy, yet he had a gentle and beautiful smile and a loving heart. He was a big teddy bear. He was super caring. Veri and I called him Grizzles when we were younger, because he was always giving us bear hugs and he was big and fluffy just like a teddy bear. He loved his family more than anything; He was a momma’s boy for sure and my dad's best friend. He loved being Puerto Rican, he loved his music, looooved food, and his SAKE (his pit). Last but not least, Juny loved being an “Uncle” to my kids! (Really everyone's kids) He loved to laugh and smile. He had the best sense of humor. He always made others laugh, and never made anyone feel uncomfortable. He was a peacemaker. He loved everyone (my brother didn't have hate in his heart) and would always be there for anyone who needed him. He would never hurt a fly, even though he hated them with a passion. He was scared of bugs at that (don’t let it be a roach). He didn’t even like to touch the pig (el pobre lechon) in PR after they had it marinating for an upcoming party or celebration.  He loved Pineapple (Pina) and Grape (Uva) soda, Sweet Tea, breakfast tacos, rice and beans (of coarse). He loved to eat ALL kinds of foods to be honest. He was a good cook, too. He ALWAYS scarfed down his food fast. I swear he didn't chew. It was like he just inhaled his food and he would be done. And whatever my sister and I didn’t eat, he’d eat it up for us. He saved me a few times when we were younger. I didn't want to eat certain foods, and my dad would make us eat all our food before we could get up from the table. But when my dad would turn his back, I would switch my plate with Juny's plate so he could finish my food for me. (Thanks Brother) Food didn't go to waste hardly ever with him around. Then as an adult, when sister cooked or whenever he ate too much food, he would always rub his stomach and say “That was so good Titi. Maaan, I’m so full, I could Sh*t on myself!” We always laughed every single time he said that. \^____^/  He was something else. HAHA!
He had rich black hair. Beautiful brown eyes and a contagious smile that lit up any room. – He was kind of built like dad. Rounded on top with skinny legs. Karen (his girlfriend/lil' Geisha girl) said he had T-Rex arms or Alligator arms. Ha-Ha! He loved style and loved to dress. He was a FASHIONISTA! He enjoyed shopping for the “Latest & Greatest”! He loved to smell good with nice expensive cologne. He would always get the best of everything. He always bought me the latest and greatest Couture! (as he would tell me) Perfume was my Christmas gift every year and I loved it! I looked forward to another scent that he picked out just for me. I still have every perfume bottle he's ever gotten me for Christmas sitting on my dresser. Makes me smile every time I see all the perfumes he got me throughout the years. I miss his gifts. But SISTER has now kept the perfume gifting going and has always made sure I stay with the latest and greatest! My siblings are the BEST!
He was 3 years younger than me – and at times that age difference seemed HUGE, but in reality, it really wasn’t… 
Until I became pregnant with Kalel in 2001 and he moved in with me, so I wouldn’t be alone at home with Kayla. (due to a deployment) He took care of me and made sure I was always eating healthy foods and that I wasn’t doing anything that a pregnant female shouldn’t be doing. He was strict with me (He was acting bossy like Veri for a little while). In a fun loving way. And since then, everything changed. We ended up being really close friends and I then I really felt and knew the Love he had for ME… He was my protector, my sounding board, my go to guy, and he really believed in me. Now I try to see myself through his eyes. 
13 years ago on September 24, 2009, I lost my brother. Well, not really... He is still where he always was and has been…Inside my heat! 
All my love goes to My Husband, My Children, My Mom, My big sister & My bro-in- law. Look at how far we have come. We keep getting through it, and we keep doing it together in our own ways. And that makes me very proud… I thank God for all he's done for us and for the strength he has given us throughout the years. I truly love my FAMILY.
God is Good! 
Con SENTIMIENTOS Toritoooooo... 
**6 years ago, December 2016 (during the Christmas holidays), Dad said he was going to be with his BEST FRIEND (I wasn't ready to let him go either, but knowing he was going to be with you brought me comfort), and now you have Dad by your side. Tell dad to smile and show you his teeth when he smiles. I would always tell dad to show me his teeth... ILY BOTH so much. Thank you for still coming to see my in my dreams. I'll see you again when you come to me in my dreams...**


March 28, 2017

HAPPY 39TH BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN, BROTHER!

We Miss YOU...

September 21, 2016

Sending you something...

September 13, 2013

With all our LOVE...


~Dad, Mom, Veri & Olgi~

~Chicago Bears~

September 15, 2012

Brother was the BIGGEST BEARS fan... and for that, WE will ALWAYS REP the BEARS every football season and for the rest of our lives. Da BEARS...


BEAR DOWN!  


  

Crime Stoppers - San Antonio

June 16, 2011

On June 8, 2011, Our brother's case was finally broadcasted on all news stations in San Antonio, Tx. asking for help in solving his murder case. Our family was overwhelmed re-living that day just hearing his name on TV, seeing his picture on TV, and looking at video clips of the scene on TV. Our mother had never seen the video of our brother being rolled out in a body bag before and seeing that broke her heart all over again. Hearing her cry like was heart breaking for us as well. We hope and pray, in the name of Jesus, that by broadcasting his murder on TV that it will help our family out with some closure as to who killed our ONLY brother. Please! Anyone... if you know or have heard anything, call or leave a tip. You don't have to leave your name. Just give what ever you may know or have heard. We are desperate for answers. Our parents don't have their ONLY son anymore. We hope and pray that who ever knows something, that they choose to do the right thing and make that call. Speak up, Say something! If this happend to you or your family, I know you would like to know and would want answers as well... We leave it all in God's hands. God will do...

JUSTICE FOR JUNY!

Thank you ------> KABB-FOX, KSAT, KENS5, WOAI, and Telemundo. Also the mysanantonio.com web page. Here is one of the many articles that was on the news...

 

Police Asking for Help in Solving Man's Murder
Police are asking for your help solving a year-and-a-half old capital murder case. Evaristo Sierra, 31, was shot to death in September of 2009 on Maverick Bluff. Police say a 4-door, gold-colored vehicle, was seen speeding away from the location with several men inside.

Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. Call 224-STOP with any information.
Police Asking for Help in Solving Man's Murder.

Wednesday, June 8 2011

Puerto Rico

June 10, 2011

On November 22, 2009, our father took some of Juny's ashes to be laid to rest in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico; along side with Our grand parents (Mami Selen & Papi Berna), great uncle-our dad's uncle (Tio Juan), and uncle-our dads little brother (Tio Tito). We all have some of Juny's ashes. Mom has her ashes at the house with her. Veri and I have our ashes with us as well. If any of you ever want to see our urns with our little brother's ashes, let us know. We have him with us always. Posted up! HAHA! He's always around us. Like he would be if he was still alive. Just like we liked it, too. INSEPARABLE! 

SAKE

June 2, 2011

Sake DeVille Sierra was Juny & Karen's baby. She is a spoiled Pit. Juny would buy her burgers from McDonald's and buy her the best of everything. From food to her treats. Sake loved her mommy and daddy. She listened to Juny. Juny was another Ceasar Milan when it came to Sake. She would always get EXCITED (as Juny would say "She gets so CITED"). Ever since Juny's been gone, Sake has been adopted by "Titi-Sister". Sake has been living with Titi and Freddy along with her cousins Ebony (Rott-AKA-Grandma), Chingwy (Chihuahua) and Tuna (Cat). Titi and Freddy have been taking good care of Sake (AKA LUB-O) just like Juny & Karen would have been. She's loved by the whole family and she is well taken care of. She never misses a meal or treats. She thinks she's as light as a feather and is as small like a lap dog. She also thinks she's thin and can fit in small, tight areas. She is a character just like her daddy. Her own sense of humor. Juny, the whole family will love Sake and take good care of her for the rest of her doggy life! Titi shows her your picture all the time, so she can always see you... her daddy!

CRIME VICTIMS CEREMONY

May 18, 2011
This picture is of our Mother on April 28,2011, @ the SAPD Academy for the Crime Victims Rights Ceremony. The Parents of Murdered Children & Other Victims from the San Antonio Chapter represented. Many different organizations were also present. My mom & I (Sister-Veronica) was there representing my brother and loved one Evaristo "Juny" Sierra & all the many family & friends he had, who still mourn him in one way or another.

Awareness Ribbons

April 7, 2011

There's many things I wish.

I wish I had a magic wand.

I wish I could turn back time.

I wish this didn't have to happen to you.

I wish I didn't lose my brother, my friend...

April 5, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go,  from that body to be free,
remember you're not going, you're coming here to me.

And I will always love you,  from that land way up above,
Will be in touch again soon...
P.S. God sends His Love

Support!

March 31, 2011

OUR MOTHER ATTENDS MONTHLY MEETINGS FOR PARENTS OF MURDERED CHILDREN-SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER. POMC HAS HELPED IN GIVING HER SUPPORT ALONG THE WAY WITH THE LOSS OF OUR BROTHER. SHE'S A STRONG WOMAN AND WE ARE PROUD OF HER. OUR MOTHER BELIEVES AND TRUST IN THE LORD... HE GIVES HER THE STRENGTH TO LIVE AND KEEP MOVING FORWARD. SHE HAS BEEN ABLE TO SUPPORT OTHER MEMBERS WHO HAVE LOST THEIR CHILD AT MEETINGS AND HAS BEEN ABLE TO GIVE HER TESTIMONY...

POMC  provides support and assistance to all survivors of homicide victims.

http://www.pomcsanantonio.org/index.html

JUNY IS ALSO ON THE NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF PARENTS OF MURDERED CHILDREN, INC. WEBSITE.

The Murder Wall...Honoring Their Memories is a traveling tribute honoring the memory of all murdered loved ones. The growing Wall carries the names of murder victims on engraved, solid walnut plaques. Juny is on panel 31, towards the bottom of the plaque.

http://www.pomc.com/31.cfm

He is also on the Catch a Killer page on the site as well. He is Case #97.

http://www.pomc.com/catchkiller.cfm

Juny's name was carried on last years A Walk To Remember with The Compassionate Friends, and will be carried again this year as well.

http://www.compassionatefriends.org/News_Events/2011_Walk_to_Remember_Name_Submission.aspx

Anywhere we can put Juny's name, we will do it. He means alot to us and to have his name and picture posted makes us feel somewhat at piece.

Every year for the holidays, an Angel with Juny's name is placed on the Memory Tree of Angels at the Heidi Search Center, located at 4115 Naco Perrin Blvd. in San Antonio, Tx.

In November 2010, one of Juny's childhood best friends, Jason Flores, ran in the Rock n Roll Marathon in San Antonio and dedicated his run to Juny. Way to go Jason! Thank you for your love and support!

Friends, family gather to celebrate life of murder victim

March 18, 2011
By Valentino LucioPublished 08:12 p.m., Wednesday, September 30, 2009
 

The guy many knew as "Juny" was rarely seen without a smile on his face. It was his infectious grin, boisterous laugh and caring personality that his friends and family said they'd miss the most.

An eclectic group gathered Wednesday evening at the Puente and Sons Funeral Chapel on Judson Road to pay respects to Evaristo Sierra Jr. The 31-year-old was found slain inside his Northeast Side home last week with a single gunshot wound to the back of his head. Sierra's murder devastated several people, but it's the manner in which he was killed that has so many friends confused.

"He was a real mellow dude," said Nika Williams, who was Sierra's friend for about seven years. "He wouldn't hurt a fly. He was a great guy and he touched a lot of people."

One by one people waited to offer their condolences to Sierra's family. Inside the small chapel stood his gray casket, which was draped in a colorful bouquet of flowers. Above the casket hung a monitor that played a photo slideshow, and a Puerto Rican flag representing the place of his birth. Several people at the memorial wore Chicago Bears jerseys and T-shirts to pay tribute to Sierra and his favorite football team.

"He was my favorite nephew and a big teddy bear," said his uncle Gilbert Tovar. "It's wonderful to see all these people here. And it's amazing that so many are showing their love by wearing (Chicago) Bears shirts."

Sierra was born in Puerto Rico and at a young age his family moved to San Antonio. He graduated from Roosevelt High School and was an offensive lineman on their 1995 state championship football team. Sierra's head football coach at Roosevelt, Bryan Dausin, still remembers his big smile.

"He was fun to be around and had a great personality," Dausin said. "He was very coachable and took football seriously. He was a great part of our program. It's so sad he lost his life so young."

Police have not made any arrests or issued any warrants in Sierra's death, but his father, Evaristo Sierra, Sr., said police told them they do have a couple of leads.

Sierra's wife was at work when she called her sister to check on him after she could not contact him. Sierra's sister-in-law found him shot dead at his home in the 12200 block of Maverick Bluff on the morning of Sept. 24. There were signs of a struggle and his home was ransacked, but authorities are still unsure what motivated the murder.

After a somber display of tears and a quiet moment of prayer, the parking lot and hallways broke out into a mass of smiles and laughter. People began to share stories about the good times they had with "Juny," and it's those memories that they'll keep forever.

"I'm going to miss him," the victim's father said as he held back tears. "He was a great kid. He was my best friend and my buddy and now he's gone. But I know he's smiling down on us."


 

Sierra

March 18, 2011

Evaristo "Juny" Sierra Jr. was born on March 28,1978 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He passed away on September 24, 2009 at the age of 31. Juny is survived by his One & Only Geisha Girl,  Karen Bingham; Father, Evaristo Sierra Sr., Mother, Maria Olga (Stanley) Rivera; Sisters, Veronica (Fred T.) Hiller, Mary Olga (Ricardo G.) Walker Sr.; Nieces, Kayla Marie Sierra and Arianna Lisette Kuuipo  Walker;   Nephews, Kalel Marcus Visher, Ricardo Giovanni Walker Jr. and Cohen Cockerham, and their Baby (PitBull) "Sake" ... along with host of other relatives and friends.

 

Psalm 30:4-5 

 4 Sing the praises of the LORD, you his faithful people;
   praise his holy name.
5 For his anger lasts only a moment,
   but his favor lasts a lifetime;
weeping may stay for the night,
   but rejoicing comes in the morning.