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Timothy Bonavita Obituary
Tim attended Waterford High School, where he was captain of both the soccer and wrestling teams. After graduation, he returned to his alma mater and assisted in coaching the wrestling team to a state championship and received the Assistant Wrestling Coach of the Year Award. He earned his bachelor's degree from UCONN and went off into the world to experience a series of adventures, job opportunities and friendships along the way. Tim spent a year traveling through South America, studying the culture and language in Panama, Costa Rica and Colombia. Through his travels, Tim realized his passion for acting, film making and video editing when he participated in a friend's production of the Zombie Rom-com, "Cost of the Living." Tim went on to perform a lead role in the webseries, "Pleading Sanity," with his colleagues at "Let's Do This Productions" and the Actors Gym in Hamden. Tim found his home working for Firesite Films in Noank, where he won multiple awards for directing his first commercial. He even had an opportunity to direct his first music video for the song, "Soldier," by Billy Gilman; (shameless plug here) go online and check it out. Those who met Tim were drawn to his magnetic personality, eternal optimism and enthusiasm for adventure. Many described Tim as, "the nicest guy they ever met;" and truer words were never spoken.
Timothy was preceded in death by his mother Karen Bonavita. Timothy is survived by his fiancée, Alicia Pezzullo; his father William Bonavita; sisters, Sarah (Brian) Niemiec, Amanda Mugovero and Lee (Gabe) Sauerhoff; niece Giana Mugovero; nephews, Joseph Mugovero, Brayden Niemiec and Kellan Niemiec; as well as aunts and uncles, Keith and Joan Shelburn, Dan and Sonia Przybyla, Donald and Janice Geoffroy, Kathy Bonavita, Georgene Foley-Didato and Ron Welch; and his cousins, Stephen Welch, Ben (Alexandra), Katherine and John Shelburn, Cheri Bonavita-Efantis (Jim the Greek), the good-looking William Bonavita (Lorie), Jessica Lariviere (Conrad), Robin Trindall (Sean), Jason Geoffroy, Allison Kusnik (Carl) and Aileen and Andrew Foley.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 13, at the Mystic Marriott, 625 North Road, Groton.
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Gary Pezzullo
March 29, 2020
We sat together around my parents family ra le a few times. He was always a nice and naturally good guy to talk with. Smart and a good listener. I just don't understand how the universe makes the choices of our time together.
Allison Godin
March 15, 2020
I was lucky enough to attend Tims celebration of life. I remember him most as Sarahs little brother but I was do glad to hear the stories that were shared. My Bonavita family- you guys are some of the strongest people I have ever met and you all amaze me. My eyes are still poofy and swollen after Friday night. Laughing and crying isnt a good mixture for my face. The strength of your family Amazes me and Im grateful to be a small part of that
Martha Vassallo
March 11, 2020
I enjoyed working with Tim at Reliance House back then! He was always so positive and upbeat and looked at life with such enthusiasm! I am so sorry to hear that his life was so short. Rest in peace dear Tim. Until we meet again....
Anne Wernau
March 11, 2020
So very sad and heartbroken for you all. I remember the love and joy that Sarah always expressed, from the time she was a young girl, whenever she spoke about her little brother Timmy. He had a smile that reflected a warm, loving heart.
You are a kind, beautiful, generous of heart family. My love to each of you as you struggle with the loss of your dear Tim.
Mark Christiansen
March 10, 2020
Mr. Bonavita, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Anyone that had you as a teacher knows that you are a great influence on all you have met. At this time know that we (your former students) are thinking of you.
Beverly Hayes
March 7, 2020
I am so sorry to read about Tim's death on Facebook. I saw Tim shortly before I moved to IL. I prayed he would make it. "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2Corinthians 4:18
Debbie-Ann Ellington-Tulloch
March 7, 2020
My deepest sympathy to one of the kindest families I have ever met. Send bing prayers of comfort and love to you all in the incredibly difficult time.
March 7, 2020
So sorry to read this....God bless all....
Charles Venturi
March 6, 2020
My deepest sympathy to his family and his fiancee. I shall always cherish the wonderful times I spent with him. His shining presence was always ever so supportive and encouraging with a kindness that is rarely seen.
Reno Venturi
March 6, 2020
I will always cherish you as my best friend. I love you as my own son and know you felt the same. It was love at first sight when you first walked into my acting studio, oh so many years ago, full of joy and excitement wanting to learn anything and everything there was to know about the industry. You had found a home away from home. Like a sponge you absorbed everything and became a spectacular success. Being the amazing unselfish man that you were you were constantly sharing your knowledge with other students as you and I took on project after projects all becoming great successes due to your tireless dedication, attention to detail and excellent work ethic. Throughout all of these projects I fell in love with your family as they welcomed me in as a family member. Whether we were working on projects or just hanging out there were always treasured times. I am thankful and blessed to have had you as a very import part of my life. I love you with all my heart Tim. Sending love to family and friends. Here's to yesterday's friend and tomorrows reunion.
Abraham Chamie
March 6, 2020
To a super human being that we've loved from the very first day you came into the world. We've watched you develop into a loving and unselfish man. Your positive impact on those who've known you will never be duplicated.
With love,
The Chamies - Abraham, Susan, Adam, Emily
Shelly Perkins
March 6, 2020
Mr. Bonavita, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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