Rose Arlene Serrano
Born on September 1, 1950 in Brooklyn, New YorkPassed on October 20, 2025 in Palm Bay, Florida
Rose Arlene Serrano, 75, of Palm Bay, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on October 20, 2025.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Rose lived a full and compassionate life that took her from Brooklyn to Puerto Rico and, finally, to Palm Bay, where she spent her later years surrounded by family and friends.
Rose earned her Master of Science in Education from Nazareth College of Rochester in Rochester, New York. As a dedicated teacher, she touched countless lives through her passion for learning and her unwavering belief in the potential of every student. Beyond the classroom, Rose was known for her generosity and kindness, volunteering regularly at her church and offering help to anyone in need.
She had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature—especially butterflies, which she loved for their grace and symbolism of transformation and hope.
Rose is survived by her beloved family: grand nephews Richard M. Fuller II and Johnathan R. Fuller; grand niece Madison Hinkle; cousins Joseph “Joey” Leal, Natalie Gomez-Velez, Joseph David (Joe D.) Gomez, Michael Millet, and Merida Millet; aunt Felicia Cencioni; and uncle Joseph Gomez.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Connie and Anibal Serrano; her brothers, Charlie Serrano, Felix Serrano, and James “Jimmy” Serrano; and her niece, Teresa Fuller.
A funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Grace, 300 Malabar Rd SE, Palm Bay, FL 32907, beginning at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Her life reflected her favorite words:
“The good you do will be forgotten. Do good anyways.” – Kent M. Keith
Rose will be remembered for her warmth, her humor, her love of butterflies, and her unshakable belief in goodness.
