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Tom m
February 14, 2024
You were my gym coach at Thornridge. You inspired me to do better. Thank you.
John Fink
January 25, 2022
Mr. Bonfiglio was my basketball coach at Woodland School in Hazel Crest. I moved to Pittsford, NY in 1963 and often thought of him as soft spoken role model in the years that followed. He had a tremendous impact on me. To this day, I spend time on the basketball court as a form of mental release and physical exercise.
I tried many years ago to learn of his whereabouts and so wish that I could have thanked him.
I don't know if any of his family will get this, so I will try to get this message to them via social media.
Attached is a photo of Coach Bonfiglio with our 7th grade basketball team that I just found this week, January 2022. I am the top left in the picture.
I know you are RIP-ING Coach!
John
Cynthia Grace-Lang
September 12, 2014
I want to express my sympathy to Mr. Bonfiglio's family. Thanks to the internet I just "googled" his name, following a spirited conversation with friends about teachers who were positive influences in our lives. I attended Woodland School back in the '50s and he team taught my 6th grade class with our principal, Mr. Crawford. What an amazing year that was for me and much of it was due to his positivity and especially his sense of humor and the way he treated all of us students with respect...he really liked kids. When looking at his photo, he hadn't changed very much. Please accept my condolences. Cynthia Grace- Lang
David Claus
March 8, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to all of the Bonfiglio family. I'm honored to have known Ron and been able to share a lot of experiences with all of his wonderful family over the years...
David Claus
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March 7, 2014
mr bonifiglio taught me to drive,thornridge class of 75,wonderful teacher & man,rip!!!
Jim Wandersee
March 6, 2014
So sad to hear about this, respected Ron so much, can still feel Him walking on my stomach in gym class as we did sit ups, what a great role model and teacher!
Joyce Grochowski
March 6, 2014
Lois: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother Ron. With each new day may peace find a place in your heart. In deepest sympathy to you and Ron's family. [email protected]
Michael Costello
March 4, 2014
Mr Bonfiglio was my coach, gym teacher and classroom drivers ed teacher at Thornridge.
He will be missed by many.
My condolences to all his family.
Mike Costello, Thornridge class of 1970
Gayle Lester McKay
March 4, 2014
My prayers for all of Ron Bonfiglio's family. He was my Homeroom teacher as a Freshman (first teacher I met!), my Driver's Ed teacher, and most importantly...well respected coach. As a cheerleader, he always looked out for us and made sure we got where we needed to go at away games. We appreciated that!
Gayle Lester McKay, Class of 1971...IL State Football and Basketball Champs
Frank Nardi
March 4, 2014
Elaine I was so sorry to hear about Ron . So many great memories we shared . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . R.I.P. Ron . Frank
Maria Jaques Goslin
March 2, 2014
Very sad news- Mr. Bonfiglio was very well respected by all Thornridge athletes as the Athletic Director during our HS years in the 1980's. My condolences to the family.
March 1, 2014
Sorry for your loss. I played ball for him at Thornridge from 1970 to 1974. He was a good man.
Patrick Mulvenna
March 1, 2014
Mr. Bonfiglio taught me how to drive and was my coach. He was a great guy who knew how to speak to kids. Didn't raise his voice much because we all respected him.
Ashley Goodloe
March 1, 2014
I am extremely sorry for your loss. May God be your strength in this time of sorrow. Matthew 5:4 says "Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted". my deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
March 1, 2014
Dear Elaine,and Family.
Our deepest sympathy to all.We met in Glenwood,so many year ago.A wonderful man.
Ole and Mary Passaglia
Naples,Fl.
naomi harden
March 1, 2014
My condolences to the family of Mr Bonfiglio. He was a great friend to my dad during my years at TR. I didn't know it then , I find out later may u rest in peace. Naomi harden . Class of 1987
John Macon
March 1, 2014
My thoughts and prayer are with the Bonfiglio family. May God allow you to find comfort knowing that others outside of his immediate family appreciated him as a inspiration and great mentor.
John Macon (Monee, IL.)
Tammy Griffin
March 1, 2014
My heart felt condolences to the Bonfiglio Family. I knew Mr. Bonfiglio as a teacher and coach while a student at Thornridge during the 80's and he will be missed.
March 1, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Mr Bonfiglio's family, he was a wonderful teacher and mentor to us all. Linda Gasperec class of 1987
Les/Rena Panozzo
March 1, 2014
Elaine:
Such good memories of Ron & you in Glenwood. Ron was a good, caring person and we will have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian Smith
February 28, 2014
I knew Mr. Bonfiglio as the Athletic Director at Thornridge; Class of 1991, Boys Swimming, Tennis and Varsity Club. My condolences to the family.
Lesa Rosenbaum
February 28, 2014
Prayers to Mr.Bonfiglio's friends and family. He was a wonderful teacher, coach, and mentor. He will definitely be missed! Lesa (Wandersee) Rosenbaum Thornridge class of 1986
Janice Rugis
February 28, 2014
Rest in Peace Mr. Bonfiglio. Class of 1982
Mr. Bonfiglio in the TR weight room
Dave Heritage
February 28, 2014
Marsha (Colbert) Jester
February 28, 2014
Thornridge Class of 1986, 84-85 Girls basketball. My condolences to the family and friends a a very dedicated man. May God be with you during this time.
Laura Polaski
February 28, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful and dedicated man who impacted the lives of so many people. God bless.
Tina Gagliano
February 28, 2014
You are all in my thoughts
as you find your way though this. I am praying for your healing, with the passage of time. I know you will miss him. Know that the strain, the pain,
will eventually ease.
May your pleasant memories
sustain and comfort you.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Thomas Porter Sr.
February 28, 2014
Ron, May God Bless your soul and may God bless your family. The Porter family has the Bonfiglio family in our prayers.
mary ervin
February 28, 2014
RIP MR. B you will be missed great teacher . class of 1980
Mary Gutierrez
February 28, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. Mr. B touched many lives in a positive way during his career. He was my instructor at TR and he was always one of my favorite teachers. God bless.
Bankston
February 28, 2014
Dear family and friends we are sorry for your loss.Draw close to God during this difficult time.
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