Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 12:00 a.m.
Sera, Justine
Our loving mother and wife, JUSTINE SERA, 77, of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away suddenly on March 17th, 2016.
JUSTINE "JESSIE" SERA
JUST-ANK HARMONY
Our loving mother and wife, JUSTINE SERA, 77, of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away suddenly on March 17th, 2016.
She will be dearly missed by her husband, Frank Sera of 17 years, as well as her ten children: Beverly (Wayne) Johnson, Sandi (Todd) Williamson, Pat (Kerry) Grzech, Brenda (Mike) Bateman, Mike (Lucille) Penner, Polly (Chris) Andrews, Carmen (Wayne) Trockstad, Kevin (Carole) Sera, Randy Sera and Leigh-Ann Sera.
Also left to cherish her memory are her 23 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren and many friends.
Justine was predeceased by her parents Franz and Maria Miller, nine older siblings and first husband George Penner.
Justine was born on June 24th, 1938 in Winkler, Manitoba. She enjoyed singing, fishing, camping, spending time with family and entertaining. Along with Frank, they loved to spend time with friends and various activities.
Justine and Frank enjoyed spending time with family and friends and camping and fishing, especially when she caught the first and largest fish. She loved to sing alone or with others. After Justine and Frank married (17 very happy years) they started to sing duets and dress up in different costumes they made for various occasions. They were called the goofie couple. Most of their costumes were homemade from old drapes and bean bags. Their reward was seeing all the smiles and laughter from those around them, while tapping their feet to the songs. They entertained many at Senior Lodge and old folk's homes.
Justine was active in several clubs. She was Honoured Royal Lady in the Elks Royal Purple Ladies, both Seniors Centres, Hungarian Old Timers Club, Readymade 50+ Club, and she loved to sing in different choirs. Justine also traveled to many parts of the U.S.A., as well as Cuba, Mexico, and United Arab Emirates. She was kind hearted and ready to help anybody, especially those with special needs.
Upon Justine's request, cremation has taken place.
A Memorial Service will be held MCKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329 - 15th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Wednesday, June 29th, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Trevor Potter officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in her name to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1620 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB., T2N 4L7 in support of breast cancer research or to a charity of your choice.
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Sending our condolences and our prayers to Frank and Family for the sudden loss of Justina.????????
Our sincere Sympathy to all your Family Justine. We shall always Love You and miss you. You presence and your beautiful voice will be remembered by all. Thank You for the time you shared with us. Lethbridge Lodge # 32 Royal Purple and Alberta Royal Purple Association
We are very sorry to read about Justine's passing. We did not find out until today as we do not get the news paper. She was a friend to my parents Bert and Maggie Kormos - I guess they will be friends together again in heaven Again we are sorry to hear of her passing and our condolences are with Frank and Justine's family
A beautiful picture of your mother. May loving memories sustain you in this time of loss. Wishing you the blessings of Easter.
Pauline & family - we were so sorry to hear about your mom's sudden passing. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you and yours at this most difficult time.
So sad to hear of yours and our sudden loss of dear Justine My heart is sharing your loss May happy memories of her help you through this time of sorrow and God be with you Frank and family,
I am so sad to hear of your Mom's passing! we are praying for God to be near to you all at this time. Our prayers are also with Frank as he has lost his wife and as he struggles to recover. Your mom was a beautiful lady!
May peace be your guide today. Sincerest condolences
Sorry for your loss. Your mother will be sadly missed. God bless
So shocked & sorry to hear about Justine. Still can't quite believe it. I know her from 50+ & also church. Please....whatever I can do to help, email or phone me from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
It was with great sadness that we heard of aunt Dolly's passing. It is just 5 years ago that mom (Helen) passed away suddenly, so in a small way we can feel and grieve with you. Dolly and Frank were always such a blessing to all when they came to Manitoba for visits. Take comfort in knowing that she is now in the presences of her Lord and Saviour whom she loved and served. With our Love, Jake & Anne Wiebe
Frank...words cannot express how devastated I am by the loss of Justine. You are in my heart, and I can't stop thinking about you. I am so sorry Frank...please, please let me know if there is anything I can do. Yourself and Justine will ALWAYS be in my heart. Sandy Regier
We are so sorry to learn of Justine's sudden passing. She was always seated just in front of me in choir and enthusiastically played the role of Mrs. Claus which my daughter thoroughly loved. Justine will be greatly missed by all of us.