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Obituary for Francisco (Frank) J. Serrano
Peoria – Francisco J Serrano, 61, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 at his residence.
Frank was born on October 26, 1959 in Peoria, Illinois, the beloved son of Jose and Dolores Serrano.
Surviving are his son, Richard Jose (Richie) of Peoria; daughter Marcile Dolores (Marcy) of Peoria; sister Maria (Mary) Serrano of Peoria; former wife Jolene Peters (Luker) of Peoria; cousins in Mexico City, Mexico; and best canine bud, Weber Delfigalo.
Frank graduated from Manual High School in Peoria in 1977. He went on to graduate from the Police Academy in Springfield, IL. This led to his start in Law Enforcement with City of Peoria Police Department. Frank later joined Peoria District 150 and served as sergeant and Resource Officer for over 20 years. He was dedicated to the care of his students, whether cracking jokes, giving life advice, or just being there to listen, he would always leave students with a smile on their faces.
Frank’s greatest joys in life were his children, Chicago Cubs, Harley Davidson, and cooking his famous enchiladas, especially at Christmas. He was a devoted father taking great pride and joy in his children’s accomplishments. He spent much of his time at the softball fields coaching, keeping score, and cheering players on to victory.
He was a member of St. Philomena Catholic Church in Peoria. His faith was very important to him; a legacy handed down by his loving and devoted parents and sister. Seeing to it by becoming an active member in the church which laid the foundation for the kind of man, brother, and parent he would become.
Frank was a hardworking, kind, gentle-hearted man who touched the lives of many individuals. He was always willing to help anyone in need whether it be family, friends, or strangers. Frank’s final wish would be to remember him in happy memories, forgive his failings, and to share love and kindness with anyone and everyone.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents Jose and Dolores Serrano
A visitation will be held from 4:00PM – 6:00PM on Monday December 28, 2020 at St. Philomena Catholic Church with recitation of the rosary following. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at 10:00AM with and additional visitation 30 minutes prior to the Memorial Mass. Father David Richardson will officiate and procession to St. Mary’s Cemetery following.
Memorials in Frank’s memory may be made to St. Philomena Catholic Church.
Friends and family may sign the online guestbook or leave their private condolences by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com
Previous Events
Visitation
Monday
28
Dec
4:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
St. Philomena Catholic Church
1000 W. Albany Ave
Peoria, IL 61604
Recitation of the Rosary at 6:00 PM
Visitation
Tuesday
29
Dec
9:30 AM
- 10:00 AM
St. Philomena Catholic Church
1000 W. Albany Ave
Peoria, IL 61604
Memorial Mass
Tuesday
29
Dec
10:00 AM
St. Philomena Catholic Church
1000 W. Albany Ave
Peoria, IL 61604
Cemetery Details
Location
St. Mary Cemetery
421 N. Sterling Ave
West Peoria, IL 61604
Memorial Contribution
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