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Procession, funeral to be held for fallen Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato
By Lake Conroe
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
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Family, friends, fellow law enforcement officers and members of the community will gather Tuesday morning to honor the life of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed while directing traffic on Interstate 45 on June 28. Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becom
Key takeaway Tuesday at Cashner Funeral Home before traveling west on FM 3083 to Interstate 45, south on I-45 and west on College Park Drive.
Why this matters in Willis
The funeral procession for Deputy Erika Serrato will undoubtedly bring traffic to a standstill along Interstate 45 and surrounding roads, a poignant reminder of the risks law enforcement officers take every day to keep our community safe. As residents of Willis and the surrounding areas pay their respects, they will also be reminded of the dangers of this particular stretch of I-45, where Serrato lost her life. The incident has already led to charges related to Texas' Move Over/Slow Down law, which is crucial for protecting emergency responders like Serrato. As the community comes together to mourn, it will also be looking to law enforcement and local leaders to ensure that measures are in place to prevent such tragedies in the future, particularly along this notorious stretch of highway that runs through the heart of Montgomery County. The impact of Serrato's loss will be felt deeply in Willis and beyond.
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Category: lake Published: July 6, 2026 Source: Lake Conroe Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Family, friends, fellow law enforcement officers and members of the community will gather Tuesday morning to honor the life of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed while directing traffic on Interstate 45 on June 28. Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becom
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