SERNA, Consuelo Aurelia (Connie)

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona Friday, July 25, 2003 Consuelo Aurelia "Connie" Serna, 26, of the Gila River Indian Community, District 6, Gila Crossing Village, passed away on July 21, 2003. She was born on November 16, 1976 to Karen and Aurelio Serna. Consuelo was a dedicated employee at Gila River Gaming Enterprises where she worked diligently as a control clerk at Vee Quiva Casino. Consuelo was often described by all that knew her as a beautiful, charismatic, witty, bright and caring person. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed sports, traveling, agriculture, animals and socializing with others. She was a graduate of Estrella Mountain High where she was a member of student council and graduated with honors. She also dedicated time during high school to teach children about computers. Survivors include her parents, Karen and Aurelio Serna; brothers, Adam Serna and Miguel and Darlina Mercado; sisters, Karen- Irene Serna, Brian and Juanita Save, Lydell and Larissa Williams; aunts, Ruby Sundust of Laveen, Marilyn Ragland of Laveen and Leah Stevens of Globe, AZ; and 13 nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 26, 2003 at 6:00 P.M., District 7 Service Center, Laveen, AZ. Graveside services will be held Sunday, July 27, 2003 at 5:00 A.M., Pee- posh Cemetery District 7, Laveen, AZ. Bunker's Garden Chapel handled the arrangements.