Nelson Frank Guggino Jr.'s Obituary
It is with great sadness the family of Nelson Guggino announces his passing surrounded by loved ones on Saturday April 10th, 2021 at the age of 81.
He was a native of Tampa, Florida. Graduating from the University of Tampa where he also played football and graduated with a teaching degree.
He went on to become a teacher and head football coach at his high school alma mater Miami Jackson senior high school.
He pridefully served the youth of Dade county public school system for over 40 years.
He married his college sweetheart Maida Lee Murphy. They were happily married for 49 years.
His greatest joys in life were his memories coaching football, his family, spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is lovingly remembered by his children Janet, Michael and Nico Guggino. He will also be missed by his many grandchildren, Eric, Christian, Elaina, Caitlyn, David, Nicholas, Elizabeth, Korey, Anthony and Danielle.
He is pre-deceased by his loving wife Maida, and his father Nelson Guggino and Mother Rose Saladino.
A celebration of Nelson’s life will be held as listed.
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