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Richard A. Bruno Richard A.Bruno ASHLAND Richard A. Bruno, 87, of Ashland, formerly of Sherborn and Lexington, died Sat., January 2nd at his home. He was the devoted husband of Louise V. (Gardella) Bruno for 60 years. He graduated from Boston College and completed his Masters Degree from Boston University. Mr. Bruno was a Professor of Accounting at Boston College and Babson College. Richard was also a licensed CPA and founded Bruno, Drinkwater, and Hennessey accounting firm. After retirement he moved to Hilton Head, SC for 10 years, enjoying golf and southern living. He was a lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus, and served as a Eucharistic minister and usher at St. Cecilias Church in Ashland. Mr. Bruno served his country honorably with the Army during WWII. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children; Richard Bruno of Warwick, Ronald Bruno of Westford, and Loretta Crumlish of Acton; and was the cherished grandfather of; Stephanie, Michelle, Ryan, Shane, and Bryce. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 7th at 9 a.m. at St. Cecilias Church, 54 Esty St,. in Ashland. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Francis Springs Prayer Center, 477 Grogan Road, Stoneville, NC 27048, Attn. Father Louis Canino. Arrangements are under the direction of the Matarese Funeral Home in Ashland. www.mataresefuneral.com

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Published by The Ashland Tab from Jan. 5 to Jan. 12, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Bruno

9 Entries

Danny Walsh

February 16, 2025

Mr. Bruno was one in a million. He was able to teach me and motivate me to do things I did not have the confidence to do as a young man. Will always remember his rule, students must check into the pub the evening before an exam for a beer (he bought). His rationale was to relax, take away any anxieties and perhaps ask a technical question. He is sorely missed by all of his students.

Donna (Ralli) Longo

April 19, 2010

Louise,
So sorry to see that Richard has past away. My Mother and Father always spoke highly of him.
May your memories comfort you and your children.

Robert Hartwell

January 13, 2010

Memories often become the conerstone of what you ultimatley do in life. Dick built so many wonderful times in my life that centered on and around Babson College. He was a mentor to me, with love though good and bad. "What a man, what a friend"! In heaven keep an eye on your flock and continue to guide us. Love you!

January 6, 2010

Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tony & Mary Sulkoski

January 6, 2010

On New Year's Eve this year, Dick's name came up in discussion as I cracked open a a gigantic bottle of Crown Royal that he had given me 20 years ago as a gift. Dick served as a mentor, advisor and friend while I attended Babson; and he played a signifcant role in providing guidance while I played numerous roles as a member of the Babson Players. It was his idea in 1989 to present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" - and we played to sell-out crowds.

As a financial planner today, I still utilize some of the metaphors he shared in Accounting Classes. He will be missed.
Marc Freedman (B'89)
President/CEO
Freedman Financial

Mary Taggart

January 6, 2010

Loretta and Family-

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I remember when we were growing up how he would always joke with us...I'm sure you all have many more fond memories of him over the years..God Bless

Fondly,

Mary "Puddy" Taggart and Family

January 5, 2010

My sincere condolences.
didn't know Rocco personally. was UPS man back in eighties and always heard only good things about Rocco as a man and as a businessman. God Bless! Bill

January 5, 2010

In my life I reserve a special designation for a very few. Dick Bruno was A Good Man. A tremendous teacher for sure but so much more. I have fond memories of a gathering at my home in Framingham. Dick and Louise were the life of the party. A wonderful couple with a keen understanding of us "young people" who had the good fortune to cross their path. Louise - To you and your entire family, know that Dick will always be remembered. We miss him!

Dennis Nations, Babson '70

Mark Donohue

January 5, 2010

Professor Bruno was truly the funnest and most engaged teachers imaginable. I had the pleasure of taking a class with him at Babson College in 1987. He was unique among all teachers, and in fact was named teacher of the year for six straight years, which is a record that still stands today. While he was always wearing crazy colored Perry Ellis ties, and had a irreverent sense of humor, his class was challenging and prepared students well for accounting and related professions. Out side of the classroom, he was always involved in student life, and in fact joined us for lot's of fun banter at some Pub nights. I will dearly miss him.

Mark Donohue, B'88, Member of Babson College Board of Overseers, Clean Technology Entrepreneur-in-Rsidence, Babson College

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