Sergio Ayala

Sergio graduated from La Progresiva Boarding School in Cárdenas, Cuba where he met his future wife. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maria Teresa Rodriguez, his daughters: Mayté and Beatriz; three granddaughters: Vanessa (Tim and great-granddaughter Mia), Samantha (great-granddaughter Elena), Kristina (Zach); his brother Nelson (Jill), a niece and many nephews as well as countless lifelong friends.

Sergio left Cuba in 1957 to study engineering in Fairfield, Iowa. After two years there learning English, working full time, and pursuing his degree, he transferred to Indiana Institute of Technology in Fort Wayne, Indiana. There he continued his hard work, graduated as a mechanical engineer, and secured his family’s exit from Cuba. He was hired by General Electric where he had a distinguished 32 year career traveling the world and eventually retiring (albeit still consulting) in Islamorada, FL. Sergio returned to his roots by volunteering with La Progresiva’s campus in Miami, FL where his passion of securing success for the generations to come will live on. His legacy will endure through his family and the many friendships he fostered throughout his life.

May he rest in peace.

A celebration of life will be held in August. Details to follow

Celebration of the Life of

Sergio Ayala

Former student of La Progresiva, Cárdenas, Cuba.

Graduate of the Class of 1957.

On Saturday, August 17 at 11 am we will celebrate the life of Sergio Ayala at the First Hispanic Presbyterian Church of Miami, attached to Colegio Presbyteriano La Progresiva (that school that he loved so much). The event will be officiated by Rev. Angel Ortiz. After the event there will be a gathering in the school cafeteria with refreshments and snacks.

We hope you can meet with Sergio's family and friends.

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Celebración de la Vida de

Sergio Ayala

Ex-alumno de La Progresiva, Cárdenas, Cuba.

Graduado de la Clase de 1957.

El Sabado 17 de agosto a las 11 am celebraremos la vida de Sergio Ayala en la Primera Iglesia Presbiteriana Hispana de Miami, adjunto al Colegio Presbiteriano La Progresiva (esa escuela que tanto el amaba). El evento será oficiado por el Rev. Angel Ortiz. Después del evento habrá una reunión en la cafetería de la escuela con refrescos y bocadillos.

Esperamos puedas reunirte con la familia y amigos de Sergio.