It breaks my heart man. I had so much love for you. You had boundless potential and infinite love to give always. I’ll see you again someday brother. ♥️

Julian, you were so loved by so many. You were truly a gift to this earth; so loving, and kind. I am heartbroken for you, your family, and your friends. Julian was a rare kind of person; one who could make anyone smile or laugh, was inclusive and caring. He carried so much on his shoulders and still had brightness within him. Long live king Julian.

I remember the day Jullian came into Carrabba’s in Austin. He had just moved down to the area and him and his dad had joined us for dinner for the first time.

He was so kind and warm from the moment we met. His smile and the way he carried himself was one you could never forget. While getting to know him at the table, I casually told him if he was ever in need of a job, he should apply to work with us. Little did I know he would take me up on that offer a few weeks later and I would hire him. 

Like many others who worked with him knew, Jullian was such a humble, respectful, and caring person. His laugh, his love for family, sports and his friends was always apparent. He was someone you could always depend on and will forever be one of my favorite employees I had the pleasure of mentoring. The day he told me he was looking to go back to school and look to transfer to the NC location was a day I knew we’d always have a piece of us missing.. 

To his family—Please know it was an absolute privilege to know him, to work alongside him and to share memories with him that the Carrabba’s Austin team will never forget. He is and will always be so loved and missed. Sending love to you all. ♥️

Jullian was such an amazing soul. I feel so blessed to have known him, even if only for a part of his life. His love for God was evident in the way he lived his life, and I am confident that he is in Heaven, looking out for everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Jullian had the ability to see the good in every single person. He was understanding of everyone’s struggles, regardless of how they treated him. When I worked with him as a host, and I sensed a customer was having a rough day, I would assign them to Jullian because he just knew exactly how to make people feel seen and heard when they needed it . Every day, I wish I could have been that person for him. My heart goes out to all who were close to him. Love you, Juju.

I think about Jullian almost every day since he passed. He was a kind soul and had a big heart. I know he was struggling and juggling alot of hardships throughout this past year. He was one of the strongest people I knew and my heart goes out to his parents.  I related to him alot with what he was going through.  I still remember the exact day I met him. I’ll always think about you Juju. Carrabbas isnt the same without you. Love and miss you.

Julian, you and your infectious smile and personality will be missed so very much.  You and your family moved into our neighborhood while you and your sister and our kiddos were in middle school. You became part of the large neighborhood friend group immediately.  You were always so polite with the parents. I loved looking out the window and seeing you all hanging out together.  I’m thankful for all the memories and the time you all spent together. I know we will see you again.  Until then, rest easy.

It’s has taken me a little to be able to write this and not cry, but there are so many words that describe you Ju, but my favorite was “authentic”. You were an authentic person, the type of authentic where you had the ability to just be yourself and people would just naturally love you and be comfortable around you. You never made someone feel unwanted, unappreciated, or unvalued! You were so unapologetic about life, you loved everything and everyone. I’ll never forget when we first met in middle school, it took one conversation for us to become friends; you had on a Seahawks jersey, and I told you that the Patriots were better, and ever since then, you have been on of my bestest friends. Even when you moved away we’d still talk and then eventually I got to college, and on a random day after I move in you text me “I haven’t seen you in forever, I’m gonna come see you and mom.” That same day you showed up and hung out with me and mom for the day, and Lord knows how much my mom enjoyed seeing “Little Jullian”, the little spunky kid she’s watched grow up since the 6th grade. Thats the kind of person you are, you’d stop whatever it is you were doing and check up on the people you cared and loved. I know you’re probably watching me cry as I type this saying “girl stop crying”, but you were one of a kind Ju! There will never be a day I don’t think about you! Until we meet again! Love you forever!

Julian moved in just a few houses down from me in middle school. I was already a part of a good friend group in that neighborhood for a few years but when Julian moved in, it took him literally just 1-2 days before he was one of us. I remember him and his family still having moving boxes everywhere, room nowhere near unpacked, no tv on the wall but me and my friends were already in their house getting to know him and his family. Julian was a social kid and got along with just about everyone. He lived his middle school and early high school years growing up with all of us. We played everything from football to basketball, baseball, kickball you name it. One of the most memorable things about him was his laugh. He laughed at anything and everything you said and made every time we all hung out so much more fun. Once he moved out of the neighborhood, I eventually lost contact with him but would still see updates every now and then from social media. I may have not known who Julian was as a person these last 5-6 years, but I still feel a loss and remember all the good memories we had during those middle school years. One thing I take away from how Julian was when I knew him, was his sense of humor and how he always seemed to have fun with everything. I’ll never forget the good times we all had together. Rest in peace Jullian. Luke 23:43.

Jullian and I met way back in middle school. We played football and basketball together. From early on, I remembered Jullian for his confidence and how strong he was. Later on, we eventually didn’t talk anymore when he moved away. One day, I remember getting a call from one of our friends saying: “guess who I’m with?” Jullian was back in town and we all went to the gym together. I won’t pretend and say Jullian and I were the closest of friends, but that didn’t matter to him. He always, and I mean always, made sure the people around him were doing well. He wouldn’t let any conversation or situation be about him. He would always ask how I was doing and made sure I knew that he had my back. I remember the last time I saw him in Wilmington, and that he had just had his wisdom tooth surgery. Regardless of the pain he was in, he was trying to make sure his room was clean enough for his friends. He wasn’t able to eat due to the pain but was still trying to see if we were hungry. He again, made sure that all of us were doing well and when we got to him he talked about his parents and family. If I could ever take one aspect of Jullian for myself, it would be the utter selflessness and positive energy he gave towards others. I admired him when we were young and both captains for the middle school football team but I admired him more being older and seeing the man he had become. I’ll never forget him or what he’s taught me. Not through words but through his actions

Growing up my siblings and I lived a few doors down from both Leila and Jullian. Jullian was a spunky kid, always loud and energetic with a story or a joke to tell. He was extremely competitive in our neighborhood games that we played so many days and nights back when life was simple and we as kids had little to no worries. Him and I definitely bickered from time to time about which rules were right, as Jullian was always outspoken and never had a problem telling you exactly what he thought. I loved him and bickered with him like a little brother. I looked out for him and stood up for him in any way I could. Holidays, all of the neighborhood kids were just itching to get outside and go door to door down the street getting all of our friends together to celebrate or play football in the street. Especially Christmas. Days after school were filled with more football or just goofing around. I remember many days waiting for him to get home from school and off the bus, or back from the grocery store or trips. We would all get exited when their family car pulled in the driveway and were the first to knock on the door and ask him when he would be ready to come out and play. The group was never complete without Jullian there.  Jullian knew he was gifted with good genes and was proud to be from Puerto Rico as he made sure everyone knew. Always saying “I’m from Puerto Rico” even if he had already told you so. He was a flashy little kid, always taking pride in his appearance and his style. He was bold, he was loud, he was friendly, always ready for a good time, and always had that infectious smile on his face. He was a prankster and spread so much joy. We lost touch as friends often do as we all grew up and eventually all moved to new places in adulthood. But I will always remember him as a core part of my childhood and someone who I could always have fun with. Rest in peace Jullian, may we meet again one day with the same excitement we did on all of our neighborhood days.

My dear Michelle and family,

My heart is absolutely broken for you. There are no words to ease this pain, but please know that I'm sending my deepest love and condolences.

It's hard to find the words to say goodbye. When I think of Julian, I remember the sweet, curious little boy who always had a smile on his face and a joke ready to go. He was so easy to be around, with an incredible sense of humor and a love for life that was infectious.

I'll always cherish the memories of babysitting him and Leila in Denver, when he called me "Titi Kenlys" and fill our time with lots of play time,cartoons, food, music, and so much fun. I wish we'd had more time together as you grew up, but I'll hold onto those beautiful memories forever.

Julian, you will be so missed, my little boy. Your memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who was lucky enough to know you.

With all my love,
Titi Kenlys

OBITUARY

Jullian Max Serrano Hernandez

4 January, 2005 – 4 September, 2025

McLaurin Funeral Home & Pinecrest Memorial Park

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