U.S. Air Force Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Joseph Bonini
Joe was born on March 11, 1942 to Mario and Catherine Bonini. He grew up and attended El Cerrito schools; Harding Elementary, Portola Middle, and El Cerrito High. While attending El Cerrito High, Joe joined a branch of the Boy Scouts called the Sea Scouts in 1956. He was assigned to a scout ship in Berkeley, CA which began a life of service. After graduating from high school, Joe entered the United States Air Force where he served honorably from 1960 to 1964. Joe was trained as an aircraft...
