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ANTHONY BRUNO Obituary

BRUNO, Anthony R. Jr. Of Malden, formerly of Belmont and Boston, May 9, 2014. Beloved husband of Loretta (Smaldone). Father of Anthony R. Bruno III and his wife Sara of CA. Survived also by 3 grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at a date to be determined. Late leader of the Tony Bruno Jr. Band. Late Korean War Army veteran. Arrangements, Burns Funeral Home, MALDEN.

Published by Boston Globe from May 10 to May 11, 2014.
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always loved being around cousin Anthony-fun loving and a great guy

Richard Guzzi

Family

May 4, 2022

Tony was my favorite dad. He would take the time to play with us Ice hockey, baseball, basketball, he would away's make us laugh. Tony was a great athlete, high school state champion basketball. He could break 60 seconds in the quarter mile race. He always encouraged me with my running. Love and miss you Tony Jr.

Don Swanbon

Friend

May 4, 2019

us albano's will miss you to cousin

May 29, 2015

Loretta/Family
I was hinking about Jr today started looking to see whatever
happened to him since our days at Gun Rock Beach
Sorry to hear he has passed. Condolences to the family
we were close froends for a couple of summers
I do have at leastone oic of him if you want it
contact me.
sincerely
Dave Kenney --Now Dedham Ma & 85

Dave Kenney

May 18, 2015

Rhumba beats, paradiddles, and synch-o-pation ! Tony Jr. taught Tom Perrotta and I the basics of drumming in 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade in Belmont. Later, in High School Tom & I met Tony III in the High School Band and became the best of friends.

Many wonderful memories: As Teenagers joking around with you at your home, visiting Mt Washington & Wonderland Ballroom, a ride in the Boat on the Charles, playing at Tom and Jeans Wedding.

Thank you for investing the time Tony, Music really does bring us all together.

May the Good Lord Bless you.

Wayne Tanner

June 4, 2014

Tony Bruno...............a great neighbor and friend.....I will miss you......my deepest regrets to Loretta........

Letty

May 31, 2014

Dear Loretta, so sorry to hear about Tony. You are in my prayers. Jeannine Nazzaro

May 28, 2014

Uncle Tony,
My sister and I were just laughing today about how funny you were. I can still hear your laugh when you would master the art of saying the same exact words at the same exact time that we would try to speak. When you would dunk basketballs on me and the neighbor kid that lived across the street from Nana's in Apollo Beach. You're laughin and having "a nice little party" with Nana and Grand Dad now. Aunt Loretta, my love & prayers are with you in this time of loss. Love you!

Tiffany Bruno

May 27, 2014

Jr - I have not spoken to you since I was a young woman. I was lucky enough to call you my uncle back then (my mother was married to your brother Charlie). You were always laughing and joking and the room was always brighter and more cheerful with you in it. I will never forget my Thanksgiving in Boston when you took us to Chinatown. It was the best Thanksgiving ever! The wonderful memories with you, Mr. Bruno, Mrs. Bruno, Charlie and Joe I will carry with me forever. Rest in peace and I look forward to seeing you again one fine day.

Sandi Sedberry-Auten

May 27, 2014

Tony, we will miss you so much @ MTA you were always a gentleman, on and off the courts, alway a kind word and a big smile, we love you!
Terry Besty Rita, Ceile and the rest of the Gang!

Terry Mackie

May 24, 2014

A man I always admired for his great musical talents, his wonderful sense of humor and the love he had for his family.

You made me feel special and made me feel proud to be your cousin.

"Bobby" Bruno

May 21, 2014

Tony, you were great to play tennis with, always made everyone laugh. I love your stories about Mt. Washington and your father. You played at my wedding on July 5,1969. You are in my wedding album. I will always remember you, You were one of the greats. Love MarieElena

May 21, 2014

Such a fun guy! Rest in peace, old friend!

Ted Casher

May 20, 2014

I remember you Tony, when I was a little girl I would see you at family functions and you always were so nice and had a big smile on your face! Everyone loved you and our love is with you for eternity! With Love, Vicky Lupo-McDonald (Carmela Bruno's granddaughter)

May 19, 2014

To I will miss you more than anyone could imagine. We were friends partners and lovers I will always remember the song you would dedicate to me at the ballroom,time after time I tell myself that i am so lucky to be loving you so lucky to be the one you run to see in then evening when the day is done. So my beloved it is time to say goodbye.Love and kisses the Lo thank you for the 33yrs we spent together

May 18, 2014

Junior, we love you always. Have fun at the great big jam in heaven. Lisa foresta

lisa foresta

May 17, 2014

Cousin "Junior" will always be remembered by the Bruno cousins, as all our grandparents, aunts and uncles have gone before us. He was a great drummer with his Dad's orchestra and on his own. I'm so glad we sat next to each other at Aunt Margaret's gathering after her funeral. I always loved all my cousins. Love, Cousin Terri

May 17, 2014

Another era....gone. Anyone who was lucky enough to know Tony (Junior as we called him) remembers he exuded warmth, character, wit, and all in the name of fun! For so long, the leader of the band...who will lead now? With microphone in hand, loved how he "teased" Auntie Margaret at our last family reunion -- impeccable timing both there and with his devoted musicianship. Loretta, our most heartfelt condolences at this difficult time for you. But rest assured knowing he's enjoying a "nice little party" with Mom & Dad and the rest of the band! Till we meet again...

With love,

Rozanne & Joe Falco

May 16, 2014

Loretta, I was so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. The tennis group will certainly miss him. It was always so much fun playing with him. I hope you find comfort through your wonderful memories and the support and love of your family and friends.

Carol Guarino, BSC

Carol Guarino

May 15, 2014

My deepest sympathies go out to Tony's family.
His warmth & character & quick wit will never be forgotten. I knew him all my life and the many fun times will always be remembered. I've put up a few pics that people might enjoy.

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We will miss you so much. You were always singing and rounding up everyone to sing along. We have unforgettable memories of you. You will always be in our prayers and thoughts. Joseph and Rita Bruno

May 13, 2014

Loved playing tennis with Tony at the Crystal St courts and the Melrose Tennis Assoc. Will miss him very much and remember him always. Maureen

Maureen Beecy

May 13, 2014

Uncle Tony,
I have so many great memories of "Firsts" that you took the time to teach cousin Anthony and I (Boating, Boat maintenance, Deep Sea fishing, our rock band, you helpig to get my first guitar and amp from Andy for me... and many more). After going through it all with my own family it made me appreciate all the more what you did for us.

Love your nephew

John Nicoli

May 12, 2014

A dynamic personality who was loved by our entire family. He will certainly be missed by all and remembered as a great guy. He orchestrated most of the families weddings and was a wonderful musician and dj. Tony Jr. taught my brother Jack how to play the drums and my bother made a great career from it. His motto was "always leave them wanting more." Well Tony you have certainly done that and will be missed by all because we want more. God bless you.
Marie Elaine & Fred DeWolfe.

May 12, 2014

So sorry to read of mr Bruno's passing .. I was 24 years old newly engaged a young nurse in Boston .. One of my patients was a woman very ill with multiple myeloma and she had two sons and no daughters .. All
She wanted to do was to plan a wedding .. My mother and I decided to make her dream come true .. She lived in Revere .. She hired mr Bruno a personal friend of she and her husband to play at our wedding in the Oval Room at the Copley Plaza.., no questions asked .. We never had seen him before riot to that bec we lived on the other side of Boston .. Well what a night .. The most amazing orchestra !!! We were delighted I've never seen a wedding band dj etc that compared to ours ... He was so talented .. Unfortunately she passed early then .., Loretta but I never forgot her and I will never forget him .. In my prayers tonight and my memory for always .. My condolences ..

Deborah Sweet

May 11, 2014

We'll never forget the good times we had together. " Oh Solo Mio. Oh, so what!"
Joan and Bob

May 11, 2014

Membersof the Bruno family,
I was saddened to learn of the death of Tony, he was always a gentleman to me, many of us enjoyed his music at the Wonderland ballroom in Revere. I will keep him and the Bruno family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Charles Harrington

Charles Harrington

May 11, 2014

Really great music, so talented, great to work with...made many family events memorable...RIP. You will be missed.
Ross Family
Nashua, NH

Esther Ross

May 11, 2014

Tony Jr thank you for taking time to play with us as children. That meant so much. Thank you for being a friend. RIP Love always.

DONALD SWANBON

May 10, 2014

Junior--I will miss your great sense of humor and your wonderful musical ability. Say hello to mom and dad in heaven!

richard guzzi

May 10, 2014

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