SERFAS: It is with heavy hearts that the family of Rudy Serfas announces his passing on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. Rudy was born on August 7, 1928 in Krasnopol, Poland (of German descent). He is predeceased by his loving wife, Frieda Serfas, his parents, Adam and Wanda Serfas, 4 sisters, Ida Jaccob, Clara Pross, Rose Grund and Johanna Lazurek, 1 brother Herb Serfas and infant daughter. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving family son, Gary Serfas (Maxine), 2 daughters, Bev Lougheed (Rod), Carol Hickman (Barry), 6 grand-children, Mellissa Scott (Jerry), Grayson Serfas (Lizzie), Dustin Lougheed (Angie), Randi Greer (Gavin), Rachelle Lougheed (Shaun Silzer), Kristie Lougheed (Klint Hartfield), 5 great-grand-children, Jordyn and Megan Scott, Aidan Lougheed, Mya Greer, Liam Hartfield. 5 sisters-in-law, Hilda Oshowey (Mike), Alma Beatty, Ruth Linklater (Don), Gen Scherle and Evelyn Scherle, numerous nieces and nephews.
Dad was extremely dedicated and proud of his family, which meant everything to him. He made enormous sacrifices to provide for his family. Dad was a very quiet man and did not have a lot to say. However, what he did say was usually filled with wisdom and provided guidance to his family and friends. Dad was a very dedicated and faithful servant of the Lord. Despite the incredible pain he was in, his faith in the Lord never wavered, right up to his death. Dad's big smile, sparkling eyes and generous hugs will be missed by all. We will miss you Dad, Grandpa and Opa. Love you.
A memorial service was held at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, Surrey, B.C. on Thursday, March 7, 2013. An internment and graveside service will be held for both Rudy and Frieda Serfas at a later date this summer at Arcola Cemetery.
