Francisco R. Serna

Francisco (Frank) Serna, 99, passed away on September 27, 2017 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Frank was born to Pedro Serna and Juanita Rodriguez Serna in Harlingen, Texas. He was a World War II Veteran and received a purple heart for his service to this country. Frank was a man of service who dedicated his time to the VFW, American Legion, and the G.I. Forum. He was one of the founders of the M&M Society in Chicago. He also Volunteered at Audie Murphy Hospital in San Antolnio, Texas and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his son, Jose Francio (Frank) Serna, of Chicago, Illinois; his grandchildren Gabrielle Marie Kohn and Jeffrey Francis Serna; a great-granddaughter Brynleigh Rose Kohn; his step-son Joe Francis Banks, Jr.; a brother Heraclio R. Serna. He was preceded in death by his brothers Pedro Serna and Arturo Serna; and sisters Petra Plata and Juanita Najar.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017 from 3 p.m., until 6 p.m., at Funeraria del Angel. A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 2, at 2 p.m., at Combes Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted at the graveside.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Funeraria del Angel, 2906 S. Expressway 83, Harlingen, Texas 78550 (956)428-9004.