Leo John Serafica
Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce that Leo John Serafica passed away on May 13, 2024 at the age of 64. He is the last surviving son of the late Arnold and Pat Serafica. Leo had a robust laughter and direct sense of thought. Leo was born in Manila, Philippines and immigrated to the US when he was 11 years old. He graduated from Watsonville High School and attended Cabrillo College before joining the Armed Forces. Thereafter, he lived in Santa Cruz for 30 years. His hobbies included a vast collection of comic books, old newspapers and magazines, and old and current movies.
He is survived by his sisters, Vida Serafica Solomon, Veneranda Reyes, Florence Stewart, Linda Serafica Roberts, Gloria Serafica, and Mimi Serafica Oomens and his sister- in-law, Eulisa Visperas Serafica. We appreciate The Front Street Housing administrators for embracing Leo as their first tenant. Leo's time with us was brief, but his love, sheepish robust laughter, and happiness will forever remain in our hearts.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 18,2024 starting at 1:00 pm at Mehl's Colonial Chapel, where friends and family are invited to remember a life that was truly a gift to us all. The blessing and rosary will begin at 4:00 pm.
A mass will take place on June 24, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Our Lady Help of Christian Church. Burial to follow after the mass at Valley Public Cemetery. Following the services will be a celebration of life for all friends and family to come and share stories and celebrate Leo's life.
Mehl's Colonial Chapel was entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Published in The Pajaronian · June 12, 2024