Francisca Vega

Francisca is survived by her daughters Delmis Garcia Serrano and Elsa Canino Serrano. She is survived by her grandchildren Sharleen Garcia, Ivelisse Garcia-Serrano, Dezired Garcia, Cynthia Canino, Elsa Canino, Manuel Canino, Albert Serrano, Gerald Serrano, Carolina Saldana, and Fernando Pastrana. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Aleyna Roscello-Garcia, Ricardo Celestin-Garcia, and Gabrielle Celestin-Garcia. She is preceded in death by her son Hector Serrano, her daughters Miriam Serrano and Hilda Saldana, and her grandson Wilfredo Mercado.

Francisca was born on January 17, 1928, to Manuel Vega and Nicolasa Padro. She graduated from Central Highschool of Santurce, Puerto Rico. She married Santiago Serrano. After moving to San Juan, Francisca began working for a private dentist as a dental hygienist. Over a period of 5 years, the couple welcomed 5 children into their home, and Francisca set about teaching them how to achieve only the best things in life. Her children remember her as an intelligent, dedicated, driven, mother who encouraged them to pursue their goals.

Francisca was accomplished as a baker and seamstress. She created confections for holidays and used her seamstress skills to ensure her children had clothing to wear. She was a generous and dedicated individual who loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was passionate about life and her family. She was an active and dedicated member of the church.

Visitation will be held at Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home, 2323 West Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511, US, on October 30, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

A Funeral Service will take place at Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home, 2323 West Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511, US, on October 31, 2026, at 10:00 am

A Committal Service will follow at Hillsboro Memorial Gardens, 2323 West Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511on October 31, 2026,

A reception will follow at the family home.

Father Paul will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Francisca 's life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children Hospital. The family would like to thank caregivers and hospital staff for their efforts, care, and dedication.