Joseph Peter Serra III, 82, of Midland, passed away Monday, March 15, 2021. He was born November 19, 1938 in Buffalo, NY to the late Mary and Joseph Peter Serra II.
He enlisted and was a veteran of the US Army. He worked as a truck driver for over 40 years. Joe enjoyed fishing, bowling and playing cards and was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles while he lived in Bakersfield, CA.
Joe is survived by his wife, Carolyn Serra of Midland; son, David Thornhill of Midland; daughters, Tonya Thornhill of Midland, Cindy McMurtrie of Buffalo, NY and Nicole Serra of Eugene, OR; brothers Albert Serra of Florida and Bob Serra of New York; sisters, Mary Shu of California, Vida Serra, Jane Serra and Ann Serra, all of New York; 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents Joseph Peter Serra II and Mary Serra; daughter, Lisa Forcucci; and brothers, Anthony and Francis Serra.