Elena Iudica, 82, of Boynton Beach, Fl passed away on April 20, 2018.

Elena is survived by her devoted husband Carmelo Ernesto, her sisters Maria and Anita who live in Italy, her children Maria Laura and Angelo, Frank and Lynn, grandchildren, Frankie, Alexandra, Kristina, Brian, Daniel and Victoria. Several nieces and nephews both here in the USA and in Italy.

Elena was born in Taurianova, Italy to Aurora and Alfio Spatola on January 4, 1936. She came to the United States at the age of 14. Returned to Italy July 1959 to marry the love of her life Carmelo Ernesto Iudica, in Turin, Italy. They returned back to the US and were married for 58 years; together they had two children, Maria Laura and Frank.

Elena, had a full, happy life. She loved to cook, go to church, travel, play cards and go to the casino. She was always surrounded by family and friends. Elena, had a beautiful smile, was kind, generous, and had a big loving heart for her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Fl. 17, Chicago IL 60601. You can also visit the website to make a donation directly at act.alz.org.