Yolanda M. Padula

PADULA - Yolanda M., of Freeport (formerly of Massapequa, NY), on September 13, 2024. She died of a broken heart nine days after her beloved husband's, William, death. They were married for 70 years. Music was in her blood. She was related to the Venezuelan composer and pianist, Teresa Carreño, and spent her life promoting music and music education. Executive Director of the Nassau Symphony Orchestra, the National Grand Opera and the New York Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra. Publisher of Educational Art Tools for music education. She was a dedicated volunteer to many local organizations, most recently the Massapequa Women's Club. She was a first generation Latino American. Her father was a diplomat with the Argentinian Embassy in Washington, DC. Loving mother of Laura Schofer (Andrew), Lisa Wenglicki, and Donna Cameron (John). Devoted Nanna to Drew (Suzie), Morgan (Lorenz), Nicholas (Morgan), Johanna (Jimmy), and Marissa (Steven). She leaves behind seven great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Reposing Sunday, September 22, 2-4 and 7-9 PM, at the Charles G. Schmitt Funeral Home, Inc., 3863 Merrick Rd., Seaford (2 Traffic Lts. East of Rte. 135). Mass of Christian Burial Monday, September 23, 10 AM, at St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church, Massapequa, NY. Interment to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park. schmittfuneralhome.com