John J. Serra

1927 - 2019

John J. Serra obituary, 1927-2019, Springfield, MA

BORN

1927

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

New England Funeral & Cremation Center

25 Mill Street

Springfield, Massachusetts

John Serra Obituary

John J. Serra, 91, passed away on February 10, 2019. Born in Springfield, MA on September 17, 1927 to the late Primo and Albina (Morisi) Serra, he was the owner of Serra Plumbing and also worked for the Local 104 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. A graduate of Springfield Trade High School Class of 1945, he proudly served his country in WWII as a Corporal in the US Army Air Corps. His hobbies included cooking and walking in Van Horn Park. Predeceased by his parents, 4 brothers, his grandson, Michael and his wife, Alice (Mironowich) Serra, he leaves his children: Edward and Anthony Serra of Springfield, Ross Serra of CT, Joseph Serra (Rose) of Wales and Karen Dorn (Robert) of FL; sisters Frances Ruggieri and Louise LaRoche; his grandchildren Marcy, Matthew, Mitchell, Gregory, William and Joseph and many great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on February 19, 2019 at 8:30 AM at New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA proceeding to the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery for burial with military honors. Visit www.nefcc.net.

Published by The Republican from Feb. 11 to Feb. 14, 2019.
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Rest In Peace...❤

Diana

February 15, 2019

Karen Herbert

February 15, 2019

Joe and family you have our deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad!!Peace

Donald and Sherry Learned

February 14, 2019

Dearest John, you were a wonderful dad and I have so many great memories from over the past 35 years. You always said that I was you favorite daughter~in~law even though we both know that I'm your only daughter~in~ law! You always made me smile and your gentle ways and love of nature were infectious. You will forever hold a special place in my heart and will be missed so much by so many of us left behind. Until we meet again dad. I love you. ❤

Rose Serra

February 14, 2019

Eddie and Serra family so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies

Dianne Quinn

February 14, 2019

Dianne Quinn

February 14, 2019

Mr. Serra was one of the nicest neighbors growing up on Hamlet St. many great memories, always had a story to tell, wonderful man. So sorry to all of you for your loss.

JoJo Lynch-Carney

February 13, 2019

To the Serra Family~

So sorry for your loss. I hold fond memories of many a day spent at the Serra home. Mr. Serra was always good to me and I always felt like part of the family. Good times, great memories.

Prayers, Peace and Love~

Tina Cookish

February 13, 2019

To a nice man and a good neighbor Rest In Peace . My deepest sympathy to your family .

Steve Carey

February 13, 2019

Mr Serra, while out on his walks, would always tell me in italian, the key is to be "Always on your feet."

Joe Christofori

February 13, 2019

To a great friend of the family and a wonderful man and neighbor. Rest in Peace


The Christofori Family.

February 13, 2019

We will miss you so much Nano . We love you ❤. Say hi to baba for us.

Marcy Dorn

February 12, 2019

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Marcy Dorn

February 12, 2019

Marcy Dorn

February 12, 2019

Marcy Dorn

February 12, 2019

I gained a lot of knowledge from your wisdom. You always had a story and piece of chocolate for your sister Louise. May you Rest In Peace. And when you say permisso at the gates, may you hear avanti.

Brian Slattery

February 12, 2019

RIP My friend. I will find you sooner or later

Don

February 12, 2019

Many wonderful memories living on Hamlet St.. RIP

Roger, Linda & Fsmily

February 12, 2019

In memory of a good man who will sadly be missed by many people

Daniel Meara

February 12, 2019

My Condolences to the Family.

Rene Lajeunesse

February 12, 2019

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