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1940
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2009
Henri Serre Obituary
He was born in Dunlo, Pa., to Raoul and Katherine (Caroff) Serre April 2, 1940.
As a young man he loved fishing, and did until he became too ill, due to an accident in 1980.
Henri joined the Navy in 1958 and served aboard the USS Midway as a flight deck instructor. He was honorably discharged in 1962.
Henri married Donna Geer Feb. 18, 1962. She survives him after 47 years of marriage. Also surviving are two sons, Jon R. Serre of Woodland and Dan E. Serre and his wife, Chantell of Kelso; a granddaughter, Chaunte Serre; a grandson, Brent Serre; two brothers, Ben Serre and his wife, Vera of Summerhill, Pa., and Lawrence Serre and his wife, Joanne of Dunlo; a sister, Kathryn Manges and her husband, Jerry of Dunlo; three brothers-in-law, Gary Geer and his wife, Sandra of Vancouver, Donald Geer and his wife, Linda of Clatskanie and Bruce Geer of San Jose, Calif.; a sister-in-law, Debra Lemerond and her husband, Terry of Green Bay, Wis.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was loved by all of us and we will miss him so very much. He will be in no more pain.
A celebration of coming home will be at noon Saturday at the family home in Woodland.
Woodland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Please sign the guest book at www.tdn.com/obits.
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Memories and Condolences
for Henri Serre
Jude Winters
May 25, 2009
Dan and Family,
We are sorry for your loss, and are thinking of you. Our sincerest condolences.
Jude and Erica Winters
Lower Columbia DAR Ladies
May 19, 2009
To the family of Henri Serre: Those who have died will never be forgotten. Their sacrifice for their country will live on forever in the hearts of all who cherish freedom. Remembering your loved one. Condolences,
Melissa Serre-Stanalonis
May 17, 2009
My Uncle Henri is best known for his individual spirit. He was a quiet man whose presence made you feel comfort and peace. I loved seeing the closeness that he and my Dad (his brother Larry) shared. Even though they were at opposite ends of the Country they wasted no time fishing and hunting when they got together. We would then hear the stories about the Catch of the Day or those about my Aunt Donna and my Cousins when Dad returned home. Uncle Henri made the cross country trip for my Dad well worth it. I am lucky to have such a wonderful Uncle and will never forget him. My heart goes out to my Aunt Donna; my Cousins Jon and Dan and their Families during this difficult time. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Karen Anderson Peterson
May 15, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Denny Grattan
May 9, 2009
Henri was one of my best friends running around Dunlo in our younger days. I am very sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful friend.
Forrest Leventry
May 9, 2009
He was a friend from school and a good guy.
Danielle Serre-Cimba
May 9, 2009
My Uncle Henri, what can I say? A very good looking, gentle man. I am proud of all of you: Aunt Donna, Jon and Dan (and his beautiful family) for taking such great care of him and being such good advocates for him during his days in the hospital. Your undeniable love and compassion inspires us all. Thank you for loving him so much. My dad, his brother Larry, will miss him greatly. Memories will always comfort us.
Mark & Donna Stith
May 8, 2009
Donna,Jon & Dan,
We were so sorry to read about Henri's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you. God Bless You.
trina spitzer
May 8, 2009
jon and family,
so sorry to about your loss... my thoughts and prayers are with you.. Trina Brown-Spitzer
Michael Swelfer, Jr.
May 8, 2009
He was my childhood friend and will always be a part of my memories. I loved him.
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