Petronila "Clavel" Herrera, 92 of Poughkeepsie, NY passed away on December 17, 2023, at The Pines in Poughkeepsie, NY.  Born on September 9, 1931, in Higuey, Dominican Republic.   Petronila loved making great food, watching tv, relaxing at home and spending time with her family.   She is survived by her children, Luisa Blanche, Mercedes Blanche, Jose Blanche, and Yamiris Blanche; one sister Eusebia Herrera; 7 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.  Besides her parents she was predeceased by her sister Josefa Herrera and granddaughter Christelle Blanche. Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph J. Darrow sr. Funeral Home, Inc 39 S. Hamilton Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. (845)452-1840.  To send online condolences visit our website at www.darrowfuneralhome.org.