Lourdes Natividad Yadao, 92, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on May 20, 2020; born on February 6, 1928 in Sinait, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. She was preceded in death by parents Miguel and Cristina Natividad, husband Justiniano, daughters Marita and Zenaida, grandchildren Rodel and Roderick, and great grandchild Adrianna Marie.
Lourdes was a loving and extremely caring mother and grandmother, very private, loved to travel and see places. She was a farmer and business woman who provided for her children. Gardening was her passion and comfort, and family time was her ultimate joy. She was very strong, in mind, heart and principles. She was excellent in Mathematics and Language Arts, especially in spelling and grammar. Educating children was her legacy that passed on to succeeding generations. By example, she guided her children to aim higher and succeed. She was an amazing provider and awesome role model for her children.
Lourdes was survived by her children Estela, (Ramiro), Linda, Aurea, Justino (July), Miguel Edwin, Mario (Marietta), Emmanuel (Maria Teresa), Gilbertine (Justin), Ronaldo and Cristina; grandchildren: Francesca, Mercedes (Robinson), Jennifer (Darius), Beverly, Denise, Roland, Keith, Mark Lowene, Shaira, Aleksandra, Dominick, Maria Lourdes and Ron; and great grandchildren: Ramiro, Miguel, Aubrey Beatrice, Rylan Reece, Zyrie, Luke, Khail, and Malia Rizza.