Arturo R.

Serna, Jr.

  In Loving Memory Of  

  Arturo R. Serna Jr.  

  June 7, 1949 – August 18, 2026  

 Arturo R. Serna Jr.  , beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, relative, and friend, entered eternal rest on August 18, 2026. He was born on June 7, 1949, in Harlingen, Texas, where he grew up and graduated from Harlingen High School Cardinals with the Class of 1967.

Following graduation,  Arturo  proudly served his country in the United States Army, including a tour of duty in Vietnam. His service reflected his courage, dedication, and commitment to his country. Throughout his life, Arturo was cherished by those who knew him and will be remembered for the love he shared with his family and friends.

 Arturo  is survived by his loving wife of fifty one years, Juanita Garcia Serna; his children, Arturo Serna III, Pedro G. Serna (Stefanie), Jerome Donny Serna Sr. (Shayla), Alexester Serna (Priscilla), Arturo Serna IV (Daisy) (raised as his own), and Andrew Serna (raised as his own); his grandchildren, Allyse Nicole Serna, Jaylin Renee Serna, Delyla Rose Serna, Alana Mia Serna, Jerome Donny Serna Jr., Jonas Drake Serna, Johanna Dae Serna, Alexester Serna Jr., and Jordan Alexander Serna; three great-grandchildren; Ariana Mia Sanchez, Michael Jay Sanchez, and Jaxon Anikan Serna; his siblings; Adelina "Nina" Villafranca, Antonio Serna (Janie), and Pablo Serna. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his sister, Alejandra "Cha Cha" Serna, and his parents, Arturo Rodriguez Serna and Ester Rocha Serna.

Visitation will be held Friday August 28, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service to begin at 7:00 p.m. Friday evening.

Chapel Service will be held Saturday August 29, 2026, at 10:00 am at Trinity Funeral  Chapel of the Holy Spirit with Pastor Elisandro Ramon of New Wine Church officiating.

Interment will follow to Harlingen Combes Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors under the auspices of the American Legion Post 205 Honor Guard.

Pallbearers will be Pedro G. Serna, Jerome Donny Serna, Sr, Alexester Serna, Arturo Serna IV, Andrew Serna, and George Barajas.

 Arturo's  memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved him. His family takes comfort in the legacy of love, strength, and devotion he leaves behind.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of   Arturo R. Serna Jr.   has entrusted his funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo, Funeral Director/Owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550. For more information, you may contact Trinity Funeral Homes

 956-364-2444  or visit  www.trinityfunerals.com