Arturo G.

Serrato

In Loving Memory Of

Arturo G. Serrato

October 16, 1937 - January 30, 2026

Arturo G. Serrato , 88, entered eternal rest peacefully, Friday January 30, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 16, 1937 in Harlingen, TX to Jesus and Eulalia Serrato.

Arturo was a long time resident of Harlingen, Texas. In Arturo's early years he was a Sergeant in the United States Army. When he returned home he attended Pan American University and graduated with his Bachelors Degree in Education, and for 27 years he taught mathematics and science at Crockett Elementary School. He was a dedicated teacher to each and every one of his students and he made sure they got the education they deserved.

After retiring, Arturo spent his days alongside his wife running their family business "Diana's Nursery and Patio" in Raymondville, TX.

Above all Arturo was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather. To know Arturo was to love him and he will be deeply missed.

He is preceded in death by his parents; seven brothers and two sisters, Calixta Guzman, Francisco, Juanita, Jose, Fidencio, Roberto, Juan, Jesus, and Ramon S(C)errato.

He leaves behind to cherish his beautiful memory, Diana G. Serrato, his loving and devoted wife of 63 years; two daughters, Deborah Serrato Anguiano (Richard) and Denise Serrato; four granddaughters, Michelle Anguiano, Lizette Anguiano, Deandra Munoz (Reynold), Desiree Anguiano (Armando Hinojosa Jr.), great-grandchildren, Xavier Anguiano, Kynnedi Munoz, Renlee Munoz, Maverick Munoz, Aziel Hinojosa and Aisley Hinojosa. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and relatives.

Honored to serve as his pallbearers are Carlos Gonzalez, Jesus Gonzalez, Reynold Munoz, Armando Hinojosa Jr., Xavier Anguiano and Gustavo Gracia.

Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Anguiano, Radu Popescu, Harvey Gracia and Anthony Stroud.

The family would also like to give a special thanks to all his Caretakers, Esmeralda, Sofia and Yoli, the HPBC team from the VA, Dr. Kotta, Greater Valley Hospice and to all our family and friends who went above and beyond in helping us care for him and making him comfortable his last years with us. We could not have done it without you all.

Visitation for Arturo will be Sunday, February 8, 2026. Family Viewing will be from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Public Viewing will be from 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm with a prayer service of the Holy Rosary to begin at 7:00 pm at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit.

Funeral Mass is scheduled to be held on Monday February 9, 2026, at 10:00 am at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Immediately after the Mass military honors will be presented under the auspices of the American Legion Post 205.

With love and remembrance, the family of Arturo G. Serrato , have entrusted his funeral arrangements to Lenny Elizondo-funeral director/owner of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, TX 78550. You may contact us at (956)364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com