Serino Xymon

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Serino R. Xymon, passed away at the age of 69 on November 14, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 1, 1956, in Chuuk, Micronesia, born to the late Simon Osey and Eruko Reim.

Serino's formative years were spent at Parem Elementary School, which he attended from 1963 to 1969. He then furthered his education at Neuwo Elementary School until 1971. A determined and focused student, he attended Pats Highschool in Madolenikmw, Pohnpei until graduating in 1975. He then returned to Chuuk, where he met the love of his life, Berpetua Robert. They were married on February 17, 1976. Together they built a loving family. His passion for learning and progress continued as he attended vocational training in Guam, where he was meticulously trained and emerged a certified electrical engineer in 1982.

Upon completing his education, Serino returned to Chuuk to serve his community. He worked as an electrical instructor for T3, where he found great joy in imparting his knowledge to others. In 1996, he expanded his influence to Kosrae, continuing his work as an electrical instructor for the FSM government. Serino's dedication to education and the community was unwavering, despite moving back to Chuuk in 2008 to teach. After an early medical retirement in 2012 and a brief stay in Guam for treatment, he touched lives in Neosho, Missouri in 2015 and once again in Guam in 2016. Serino's journey for health led him to Seattle, Washington, in 2022 before he finally settled in Joplin, Missouri, in 2024.

Those who knew Serino experienced the warmth of his generous spirit. As the eldest sibling, he embraced his role with love and care, always extending his helping hand not only to his family but to anyone in need. He loved fishing and spending time with his family. Serino was the person many turned to for support, advice, or simply a sympathetic ear.

Serino is preceded in death by his parents, Simon Osey and Eruko Reim; two sons, Sack and JQ Xymon; three brothers, Noriano Xymon, Roberto Rimey and Churi Xymon; and one sister, Simico Sosef.

He is survived by his loving wife, Berpetua Xymon; his children Serick Xymon, Peacely X Fuppul, Swishly Xymon, Shane Xymon, Janny Xymon, Sadleen Xymon, Sery-2 Xymon, Sichok Xymon, and Serikan Xymon; his children-in-laws, Kampina, Tony, Rosen, Lorleen, Jazmin, Jeff, Akina, Jerlyn, and Renda; his grandchildren, Xypo, Frentina, Frantin, Mickey, JJ, Peacefull, AJ, Ajjey, Mahalo, Leishuu, Ron Jr., Veronica, Shaten, Shella Rose, Xurika, Keanu, Seanjeys, Jinro, Jrut, Sachery, Reen, Peony, Jessi, Arno, Rejen, Dano, Deeno, and Princess Dee; his great-grandchildren, Rentina, My.P, and Achema; his brothers Petrus Xymon, Franky Rimey and Fred Rimey; and a sister, Stella Ruben. He is also survived by a host of other family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri. He will be laid to rest in Chuuk, Micronesia.