Nancy Avallone

Nancy Avallone, dedicated wife, mother, and steadfast volunteer for many Annapolis organizations died on July 2 at the age of 92. She was married to Capt. Eugene Michael Avallone for 68 years until he passed away in 2023. They shared a rich life during his long naval career, and loved to travel, volunteer, garden and spend time with friends and family. Those who were lucky enough to be invited to one of Nancy's parties knew they would be in for a wonderful evening of hospitality and amazing food. Nancy was born on November 18, 1932 in Binghamton, NY to Dr. Vincent Maddi and Mary Cadavero Maddi. She is predeceased by her brother, Dr. Vincent I. Maddi. Nancy graduated from Binghamton Central High in 1950 having played in the school's marching band and loving to study languages. She attended Connecticut College for Women and graduated in 1954 with a BA in Language with emphasis on Spanish. After college, she worked as a social worker in the Binghamton, NY area. In June of 1955, Nancy married LTJG Eugene Avallone who she met at a party in her senior year of college. Their first Naval duty station was Groton, followed by Boston, Philadelphia, Maine and Annapolis. She loved the rich history of these towns, and got involved in the historic organizations in each. Nancy's volunteer life was prolific. Here in Annapolis, she served on the Board of Trustees for Historic Annapolis Foundation and was the Fundraising Chair for a total of 26 years from 1976-2002. During that same time period, she managed the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel Guild, overseeing 40-plus volunteers who coordinated flowers for four chapels, linens, wedding hostesses and assisting the chaplains as needed. Nancy also served on the Board of Directors for both the Charles Carroll House and the Friends of the Annapolis Symphony. In Kittery, Maine, Nancy was president of the Wives Club at Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard and she volunteered for the Naval Relief Office. She was also involved in the Portsmouth Historical Society and was a host for foreign exchange students from Europe and South America for the State Department. In more recent years, Nancy travelled six times to Guatemala with Helps International to help translate and provide key medical services to the indigent population there. Nancy's was a life well-lived, dedicated to serving others and loving her family and God. She is survived by her sons Eugene (Ilene) and John (Laura); grandchildren Rachel, Abby, Matthew and Madalyn. A private service will be held for family and friends. Any donations in Nancy's name could be made to Historic Annapolis. Nancy Avallone, dedicated wife, mother, and steadfast volunteer for many Annapolis organizations died on July 2 at the age of 92. She was married to Capt. Eugene Michael Avallone for 68 years until he passed away in 2023. They shared a rich life during his long naval career, and loved to travel, volunteer, garden and spend time with friends and family. Those who were lucky enough to be invited to one of Nancy's parties knew they would be in for a wonderful evening of hospitality and amazing food. Nancy was born on November 18, 1932 in Binghamton, NY to Dr. Vincent Maddi and Mary Cadavero Maddi. She is predeceased by her brother, Dr. Vincent I. Maddi. Nancy graduated from Binghamton Central High in 1950 having played in the school's marching band and loving to study languages. She attended Connecticut College for Women and graduated in 1954 with a BA in Language with emphasis on Spanish. After college, she worked as a social worker in the Binghamton, NY area. In June of 1955, Nancy married LTJG Eugene Avallone who she met at a party in her senior year of college. Their first Naval duty station was Groton, followed by Boston, Philadelphia, Maine and Annapolis. She loved the rich history of these towns, and got involved in the historic organizations in each. Nancy's volunteer life was prolific. Here in Annapolis, she served on the Board of Trustees for Historic Annapolis Foundation and was the Fundraising Chair for a total of 26 years from 1976-2002. During that same time period, she managed the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel Guild, overseeing 40-plus volunteers who coordinated flowers for four chapels, linens, wedding hostesses and assisting the chaplains as needed. Nancy also served on the Board of Directors for both the Charles Carroll House and the Friends of the Annapolis Symphony. In Kittery, Maine, Nancy was president of the Wives Club at Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard and she volunteered for the Naval Relief Office. She was also involved in the Portsmouth Historical Society and was a host for foreign exchange students from Europe and South America for the State Department. In more recent years, Nancy travelled six times to Guatemala with Helps International to help translate and provide key medical services to the indigent population there. Nancy's was a life well-lived, dedicated to serving others and loving her family and God. She is survived by her sons Eugene (Ilene) and John (Laura); grandchildren Rachel, Abby, Matthew and Madalyn. A private service will be held for family and friends. Any donations in Nancy's name could be made to Historic Annapolis.