Elena F Howard's Obituary
Elena Fernanda Natalini- Howard also known as Nanda & Nanny passed away peacefully at home in Largo, Florida on January 28th, 2024. She was born on January 6th 1928 in Rome, Italy the daughter or Adalagisa Natalini.
She met the love of her life Johnny W. Howard during his assignment in Italy while serving in the United States Military. They were married on June 22nd 1947. Together they traveled across oceans to the United States where they began a new life and built a family. Elena became a United States citizen on April 23rd 1951. Her love was deeply rooted in her love for her family. She enjoyed cooking and bringing everyone together to share her love. She was an avid animal lover, loved making people laugh and traveled back to Italy as often as she could to visit.
She was proceeded in death by her husband of 44 years, Johnny W. Howard, her son Johnny W. Howard Jr, her grandson Mark Howard and her four brothers Marcello, Alvaro, Italo, and Alberto Natalini.
She is survived by her daughter Rita Howard, Granddaughters Michele Howard, Christine Jackson, Ashley Lolies, 8 Great Grandchildren & 3 nieces and 3 nephews of the Natalini family in Rome Italy.
She was a courageous woman with a passion like no other in her heart. Her legacy will be cherished forever.
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