Virginia M. Serino, 81, of Pittston passed away Tuesday March 26, 2024 at Wesley Village where she resided.
Born in Scranton she was the daughter of the late Louis and Gloria Loro Capone.
Jinny was graduate of St. John’s High School. She received a Bachelor’s Degree from Misericordia College and a Master’s Degree from University of Scranton. In her earlier years she worked as a reading specialist for the Pittston Area School District before retiring to take care of her family and raise her children.
Jinny’s greatest joys revolved around spending cherished moments with her children, grandchildren, family, and friends. Her love, kindness, and generosity radiated through her open-door policy to her home. Jinny greeted everyone who walked through her door with a warm embrace and a promise of a home-cooked meal. Her genuine hospitality and kindness transformed her home into a second home for many. Although Jinny will be deeply missed, her love and spirit continue to shine brightly through her beloved grandchildren and all the lives she’s touched.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Albert (Butchie) Serino and brother Louis Capone Jr., his wife Mickie; their daughter Donna Capone; and sister-in-law Marie Serino.
Jinny is survived by her daughter, Gia Fahey and husband Joe, Pittston Twp., sons; AJ Serino and wife Renee, Yatesville, Mark Serino and wife Alauna, Yatesville and Angelo Serino and wife Sharon, Suscon, grandchildren; Ava, Milania, Ciera, Lola, Nicholas and Leah, niece Jeanine Ralston and husband Ron and their children Hunter and Jordan and numerous cousins.
The family would like to thank the entire staff at Wesley Village for the care they gave to Jinny over the past 6 years.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday April 1, 2024, at 9:30am in St. Joseph Marello Parish 237 William Street, Pittston. Interment will be private and at the convivence of the family.
Dear AJ, Mark, Gia, Angelo and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. We loved seeing her when we would go to Pittston visiting family and friends. She was the nicest person I have ever met. Always willing and ready to help in any way that she could. She will be missed by many. Hugs and prayers to all of you.
There is no doubt that she is reunited with Butchie who was the love of her life.
Your cousins from Allentown,
David, Maria Rose and family.
(Aunt Jo’s niece from Allentown)
We are sorry about the passing of your mom. Jinny was a wonderful, loving, generous, mother and friend. We are sorry we are unable to spend this time with you.
Love, Mary Ann, Joseph, Maria, and John Costello
Your mom’s legacy lives on in you. I'm so sorry that you've lost someone who you and your family loved so much. I know you made your mother so proud; I'm sorry her light is gone from your life and so sorry about the hurt in all your hearts.
Love,
Lori Braccini-Evanko and family
Dear Gia, AJ, Mark, Angelo and family,
So very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a lovely woman. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of her during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Sandy and Carol Benfante
(Friends of her brother Louis)
Love you so much Jinny I was so honored to have met you i thank you for all the love and prayers for kk! And all the late chats on messenger! You will be missed!