Alvina “Weenie” Padula, 86

Alvina “Weenie” Padula, 86 of Middleburg, FL peacefully passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at home surrounded by family. Alvina was born November 28, 1939 in Orange, New Jersey to the late Vendel and Alvina (Heick) Pearson. She grew up in NJ and graduated from Passaic Valley High School in 1957. In May 1958 she married Richard Padula and created a love that will last an eternity. Together they built a life they loved including their four children, Richard Anthony, Christopher, Stefanie and Laura Lynn. Her husband’s job moved them all over the US, finally settling in North FL in 1995.

Weenie loved her family dearly and her whole world revolved around them. She was the best “Gria” to her 12 grandchildren. Alivia, Amelia, Isabelle, Caleb, Lillian, Ella, Emilie, Adyson, Averie, Zachary, Tyler, and Carrie-Min. The kitchen was her happy place and she also enjoyed her crossword puzzles, solitaire, and watching soap operas. Her favorite music was ‘Somewhere in Time’ and ‘Only You’ by the Platters. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fleming Island, FL. Those who knew Alvina loved her deeply and will miss her very much.

Alvina was preceded in death by her son, Richard Anthony Padula, sister, Jeanie Guide and brother-in-law John Guide. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Rich Padula, her children, Christopher (Tracy) Padula, Stefanie (Ralph) White, Laura Lynn (Matt) Howard, and her 12 loving grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 1pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 7190 Hwy 17, Flemimg Island, FL 32003 with Father Marek Dzien officiating. A time of Visitation will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026 from 5-7pm at the funeral home.

In Lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the ASPCA in memory of Alvina.

Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL  32043.  Family and friends may share their condolences at: www.RHRFH.com 904-284-7720