James Robert "Bob" Herrington, 65, passed away on August 18, 2026, in Lufkin, Texas. Born on March 18, 1961, in Pineland, Texas to Charles E. Herrington and Bobbie Clark Herrington, Bob spent most of his life in his hometown and the last six years in Zavalla, Texas.

Bob proudly served in the United States Navy before embarking on a career as a chief engineer, working on supply and dive boats in the offshore oil industry. Known for his love of working on engines and riding his Harley, Bob also had a passion for rock and roll music.

He is survived by his brother, Sammy Herrington of Brookeland; sister, Linda Dale of Alexandria, Louisiana; sister-in-law, Carla Herrington of Lufkin; niece, Kimberly Dale; nephews, Samuel Herrington, Jr. and his wife, Taylor, Josh Herrington and his wife, Sarah, and Johnathan Scott and his wife, Margaret; and his great nieces, Aniston Wilmore, Emmie Lou Herrington, Kaisley Herrington, and Kimber Jo Herrington. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Bobbie Herrington, and his brother, Ronald Herrington.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Starr Funeral Home, 510 Starr Street in Hemphill, Texas. A graveside service will follow at 11:00 a.m. under the direction of Starr Funeral Home in Pineland Cemetery on Maple Street in Pineland. 

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.