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Tara lit a candle
Thursday, August 15, 2019
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Tara posted a condolence
Thursday, August 15, 2019
I love you Dad. You are my one in a billion man, my champion.
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Jack and Carol Stetson posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
We’ll always remember how funny he was at those “full moon” parties. Always interesting to talk with and always a gentleman. It was a privilege to have known him.
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VAL BUONAIUTO posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
A Tribute to Our Brother
As we began to reach out for the right words to express our thoughts about our brother, we remembered the many roles that he played throughout his life.
He was a loving husband to Joyce, a father to Tony, Frankie, Liz and Tara. He was a brother to Flo, Val, Jim, Eileen, John and Denise. He was a grandfather, a great-grandfather, an uncle, a cousin and a friend.
He was an ordinary person yet a remarkable one as well. He lived his life to the fullest and touched so many people in very positive ways. Our brother had the simple gift of being himself. He never put on airs, he was just who he was. He was at ease and he put the people that he met at ease.
By the world’s usual standards, our brother was not a great man. He was never famous or rich; never led troops into battle; founded no great charities; never found the cure for any disease. So, by the usual standards, he wasn’t a great man.
He was, however, what we find even more important – he was a Good Man.
This is an excerpt from a poem by an anonymous author:
Not - How did he die? But - How did he live?
Not - What did he gain? But - What did he give?
These are the things that measure the worth
of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Not what did the sketch in the newspaper say ..
but how many were sorry when he passed away.
These are the things that measure the worth
of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Great men change the whole world. True, but they do it from a distance. However, a Good Man walks among us. He is honest, dependable, sincere and trustworthy. He is loyal, compassionate and loving. We saw Frank in that role every day. And it isn’t until a time like this that we realize what he has given us.
We all worked at various times with our father, Frank more so than the rest us, and our father taught us from an early age that to “feel a good day’s accomplishment you had to do a hard day’s work”. Frank lived his life that way.
Frank took all the roles in his life to heart. He strove to honor, support, guide and most importantly, protect his family. He was at his happiest when he was surrounded by family and friends - even during those inevitable tough times that life has a way of throwing at you. He was always the life of a party and had so many funny stories about his life growing up and his many life experiences.
He could be counted on and always be depended on. Whether you needed simple advice about a household problem, the loan of a tool or ladder, a few hours of help to complete a project, or just somebody with which to pass the time, he was your man; ready, willing, able and good fun.
He shared his life expertise with anyone who asked. Our brother never stopped working. He never sat back and became complacent. He led by example and mentored his own children in a way that anyone of them can say that he was an inspiration in their lives.
He was a businessman who saw opportunity and made the most of it. He had a variety of ideas and these ideas prompted him to act. He followed his instincts and he succeeded at most things he tried. He was a soldier, an insurance salesman, an electrician, a contractor, a sandwich shop and pizza parlor owner and an innovator.
Some years ago he saw a need to remediate multiple issues with crawl spaces and developed a product to deal with these. This created a business opportunity and he seized upon it. He devoted all of his time and effort to it and as a result created a business that supported him and other members of his family.
He had a wonderful life -- full and complete with the great loves and great endeavors that made it worth living. We are sad to see him leave, but he leaves with the knowledge that he lived the life that he intended.
He will be remembered through the many people still left behind whose lives he touched so positively.
We will miss him, but we will always remember him with respect and love.
He was a Good Man.
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Denise & Spencer Cox planted a tree in memory of Frank Buonaiuto
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
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We are sending condolences during this difficult time. May his love surround you during the celebration of his life.
Love and Friendship,
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Steve and Gwen lit a candle
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
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Frank, you gave so much to so many, you dear sweet man. Your smile, the twinkle in your eye, your strength, and the passion you had for life will be with us always. We never made it to Mongolia together but so enjoyed all your travel stories and photos. And ultimately we’ll see you again in the great beyond.
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Cheryl posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Rest easy Daddy. You are a kind and gentle man. A life well lived! We will see you in the morning whenever the morning comes! Much love to the entire family! Fondly, the Rasors
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nancy dambrosio lit a candle
Monday, August 12, 2019
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We are thinking of Joyce and happy you have such a wonderful family around you now. Nancy and Ronnie.
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Pete and Jackie Tomaino posted a condolence
Monday, August 12, 2019
To fanily and friends of Frank.We had been friends since the late 1950s.Frank was a true MAN,and a great guy.As we get older we start to lose old friends who travel to the next part of this journey.Some seem to just leave,and others really hurt ,.This really hurts.May the Good Lord hold you tight Frank,you deserve the best he can give you.Our prayers are with you and your loving family.May God bless you all Frank and help you through the tough days ahead.Please call if you need anything.
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Erik Valentine Buonaiuto lit a candle
Sunday, August 11, 2019
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Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers as we fondly remember uncle Frank and the great stories we had together. Wishing you comfort as you celebrate his life.
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Sunday, August 11, 2019
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Sherri Marmorstein posted a condolence
Sunday, August 11, 2019
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Frank was one of the rare ones and it was my honor to know him. May heaven realize the what an angel he already was! Thank you for letting me be part of the family
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Braun Family lit a candle
Saturday, August 10, 2019
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To the Buonaiuto Family - Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the you upon the passing of Frank. Frank will be forever in your hearts and will live on in your memories. May God bless and comfort you with peace and healing.
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Jim Voelzke posted a condolence
Saturday, August 10, 2019
Frank was a very talented man, a loving husband and great father. His innovation to develop Neutocrete is really amazing. All that knew him appreciated his sense of humor, genuine interest, and calm demeanor. He will be greatly missed not only by his family, but also our entire community.
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Saturday, August 10, 2019
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DaD Thank You
What a very special special week I had taking care of you and helping MoM
Never felt so much pain in My entire life im embracing it all
I Love You
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Roy and Carol Sullivan posted a condolence
Saturday, August 10, 2019
Frank you proved so courageous in your long struggle to live life fully. With Joyce's dedicated care you have exceeded to be with family until your last breathe. We remember you as a friend, a giving generous person who always greeted everyone with enthusiasm.
We send love and caring to Joyce and your entire family. We are in Canada but will be with you in our hearts.
Carol and Roy Sullivan
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