Pete Serracino
May 31, 1925 ~ July 12, 2019
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Pete Serracino went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. He was born May 31, 1925, in Pueblo, Colo., the youngest of 10 children, formerly deceased.Pete enlisted in the US Marine Corps at the young age of 16, serving in Guam and Bogensville during WWII. After earning the rank of Private First Class, and achieving expert marksmen status, Pete served his country and the US Marines as a Marine Recon Scout, the highest risk assignment in the Pacific War, helping to liberate men, women and children from the Japanese invasions of the Pacific islands. Pete was able to serve alongside his older brother, Augustine Serracino and never spoke ill against the Japanese people, sometimes saying ‘We had no choice but to fight.’ He returned to Pueblo, Colo. after the war in 1945. A beloved husband, father whom was dearly loved and admired by his wife, 2 sons and dear daughter. Pete was a pillar of strength and inspiration for all who knew and loved him. He was highly respected for his tough firm demeanor and relentless work ethic and admired for the kind, generous heart and strong desire to nurture his loved ones, keeping them safe and securely provided for. Pete was extremely proud of his Italian American Heritage and his predeceased Italian immigrant parents, Vincenzo L. and Giovanina Serracino; and daughter, Karen. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Nita; and sons, Peter V. and Augustine R. Serracino; grandchildren, Vincent P., Peter V. III, Jordan Serracino, Chrissy Maldonado; and great-grandchildren, Tony, Sara, Winston and Miles. Also survived by nieces, Becky, Cookie, Marie, Marjorie, Joyce, Eleanor, Gerry, Lori, Lana; nephews, Mario, Tony, Jim, Sam, Richard A., Eddie, Todd, Barney. Pete worked for Dana Corp as Foundry Superintendent, retiring after 35 years of service. After retirement he could always be found tending his garden of vegetables, grapes, fruit trees and enjoying the company of his brown lab, Augie. Memorial service, 2 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at First Church of the Nazarene, 84 Stanford Ave., Pueblo, CO 81005 (across from South High School) Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com
Being without the paper, I rarely hear about who has passed..While going back over the past year occasionally I come across some bad news. I am sorry to hear of Pete’s passing and wish I had know earlier. It also brings back sad memories of Karen passing.
Gus and family, I am sorry for the loss of your father. May your memories comfort you and your family.
I am so saddened to hear about Pete’s passing. He and Gus were both so close to Virgil Saracino and my husband Jim. He had a kind heart and was a very good man. My condolences to the family.
Nita and Family,
I’m so sorry for your sadness. I will always have wonderful memories of Pete coming over and spending time with Gpa Gus, taking him to lunch and haircuts. His “back in the day” stories. We are so thankful to have been able to spend the afternoon of Mike’s graduation, yet another good memory. I’m sorry to say I won’t be able to attend his service, and as you know Mike is in Alaska, our thoughts, prayers and hugs are sent to you all
Thank for your generosity and kindness in the neighborhood, I enjoys our talks and assisting you with some yard work. Thank you for the delicious tomatoes you brought over every year. You were an inspiration to me that showed me that you can be in your 90’s and still be active until the day God brought you home. I will miss see you outside working on your yard with your dog and new found friend the cat. God Bless and RIP.
God bless uncle pete I will miss talking with him
He was cool