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Dr. Joseph C. BONDI Jr.

Dr. Joseph C. BONDI Jr. obituary, Tampa, FL

Joseph BONDI Obituary

BONDI, Dr. Joseph C. Jr. 76, of Temple Terrace, passed away from Leukemia on Jan. 8, 2013. Dr. Bondi was born on Aug. 15, 1936 in Tampa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Virginia Bondi. He was a native of Tampa, later with residences in Temple Terrace and Longboat Key, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patsy Bondi; daughters, Pam Bondi (Greg Henderson), Beth Bondi McIntyre (Rich McIntyre); son, Brad Bondi (Tandy); sister, Frances Bondi Glenn and her husband, Darby Glenn; & six loving grandchildren, Jake Schaffer, Emma and Evan McIntyre, Rex Bondi, Brad Bondi, Jr. and Rhea Bondi. Dr. Bondi was a Navy veteran and a graduate of Hillsborough High School, where he was a member of the school's Hall of Fame. After high school he earned his bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees from The University of Florida. Dr. Bondi was a pioneer in the middle school movement, organizing one of the first five middle schools in the nation. He was the author of over 25 leading educational textbooks and was a partner in the international educational consulting firm of Wiles, Bondi and Associates, working in all 50 states and 20 foreign countries. During his career, Dr. Bondi served as a teacher, school administrator and college professor. He also served his community of Temple Terrace, Florida, as a member of the City Council from 1970-74 and Mayor from 1974-78. He was selected as the first chairman of the Hillsborough County Council of Governments in 1975. He is listed in "Who's Who in America". A Celebration of Life will be held on Jan. 20 at 2 pm at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 304 Druid Hills Road, Temple Terrace, FL 33617. In lieu of flowers, friends make make a contribution to Metropolitan Ministries. Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4207 E. Lake Ave., Tampa, FL 33610, 813-626-3161

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Jan. 11 to Jan. 13, 2013.

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Cindy Little Bigger

January 15, 2013

Patsy, Beth and Family,

I was sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.

Francoise Moore

January 13, 2013

Dear Pam, I am deeply sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frankie Moore

January 13, 2013

Pam, I am deeply sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frankie Moore

Penny Beck Varnum

January 13, 2013

My sympathy to the Bondi family, who have all contributed so much to our community. My prayers go out to Patsy, who was the most wonderful teacher I ever had.

Frank Hedy

January 11, 2013

Dear Dr. Joseph C. Bondi's Family,
May God Bless your family. Dr. Bondi had a great life. Dr. Bondi helped so many people live out their dreams. May Dr. Bondi rest in Peace in Heaven.
I will keep the Bondi Family in my prayers.

God Bless Your Family,

Frank Hedy,
P.O. Box 50065
Sarasota, Fl. 34232

Bonnie and Stann Givens

January 11, 2013

He was my 9th grade biology teacher at Greco Jr. High, and took a real interest in me and all my classmates. What an excellent educator! And what a beautiful family he and Patsy raised together. I was honored to be their babysitter for a while, too! He was a good and decent man and we will miss him but be forever grateful for all he shared with us and the world around him. Much love, prayers and thoughts.

Chris Valdez

January 11, 2013

Dr. Bondi was the greatest guy. He was my professor at the University of South Florida. We stayed in touch throughout the years. He was so proud of his children and their accomplishments. He would send me pictures of everything they did. I will miss every part of our friendship. I will never forget him. God Bless the Bondi Family, but Joe is now smiling with our Lord.

January 11, 2013

OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.JOE WAS LIKE A BROTHER TO ME. WE HAVE BEEN FRIENDS SINCE HIGH SCHOOL.THE COFFEES WE HAD TOGETHER WAS FANTASTIC. I WILL ALLWAYS REMEMBER THE FUN TIMES WE HAD.OUR DAUGHTERS GREW UP WITH HIS.
WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR HIS FAMILY,
BOB & ROSE CARPENTER

Morris and Paula Hintzman

January 10, 2013

Pam,
Accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear father. The entire Metropolitan Ministries family extend our prayers of comfort to you and your family. May God be your source of strength and hope.

Kathy Bell

January 10, 2013

Pam & Family
I worked on the campaign with your mom, dad, sister and nephew, waving signs at different places. You're dad is a treasure to be remembered with his wit and wisdom. He left a beautiful family to sing his praises and be sure he is singing now.

Dorinda Rodriguez

January 10, 2013

Dr. Bondi was one of my professors at USF. He was always full of good advice and was an A + educator. He always made time to tell us about his family and how proud he was of the accomplishments of his daughters/son. May he rest in peace - he was a wonderful person.

Barbara/Woody Wood

January 10, 2013

We both graduated with Joe from HHS class of 1954. Our paths have crossed in Temple Terrace and Longboat Key. Also at our class reunions. Joe was a fun and crazy guy. We are glad he did not suffer long. We had a special class at HHS

Gene Hollis

January 10, 2013

Patsy and family:

So very sorry to read of the paasing of Joe. I enjoyed serving with him on Temple Terrace City Council during his term as Mayor and very much appreciated his counsel during that time. You and your extended family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jed Segrest

January 10, 2013

My deepest sympathies to you and your family Mrs. Bondi. A favorite memory for me is being at your house the night he won the election for Mayor of Temple Terrace. He was so happy. He will be missed.

Rita Carracela

January 10, 2013

I had the pleasure of meeting and caring for Mr. Bondi at St. Joseph's Hospital. Wonderful person and excellent family. My deepest sympathy to the family. May God give him rest.

Mary Lou Holder

January 10, 2013

Patsy, Our prayer are with you and your family for your loss. I remember our times during the TTJWC years and High school. Jim and Mary Lou Holder

Gordon Pitcher

January 10, 2013

Dear Patsy, Pam, Beth and Brad,
I had the privilege of knowing Joe as Hillsborough High School classmates and from our coffee get together arranged by Joe's friend and mine, Bob Carpenter.
I will miss Joe. I am glad I had a brief walk together thru life with Joseph. He will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

January 10, 2013

Never met Mr.BONDI but I have heard many kind words said about him ,he was also a dear friend of a friend Bob & Rose Carpenter .

Milly Miller

January 10, 2013

Patsy, Pam, Beth and Brad...like so many others have commented, Dr Bondi's interest in others had a very large impact on our family that will continue for generations. Our thoughts are with you and you are in our hearts as you navigate your way through your grief. Warmest Regards, Milly (Scott Allen's mom)

January 10, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Mark and Cheri Knapp, Temple Terrace

Judy Drawdy

January 10, 2013

I met Dr. Bondi while working at the USF Bookstore. He was always kind and patient with the staff which was greatly appreciated. He will be missed.

Tom Vann

January 10, 2013

Joe Bondi was a real American Hero. I had coffee many times with Joe and Fano Ciaccio at Lupton's. He was always friends with everyone he met. Pam & Greg he will be missed by many friends. God Bless his memory and God Bless the entire family,

Enicka Garrote

January 10, 2013

My deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Bondi. He worked in our school district and I was fortunate enough to get to know him. His family was always the first thing on his mind. He was so proud of all of his children and grandchild and adored his wife.Everything he did stemmed from that love. He was a wonderful, warm man with a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many people. God bless.

January 10, 2013

OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO PATSY AND FAMILY. JOE AND I HAVE REMAINED FRIENDS SINCE HILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL.OUR DAUGHTERS GREW UP WITH HIS.JOE WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE THAT MET HIM. HE IS GONE, BUT HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
TILL WE MEET AGAIN JOE,
BOB & ROSE CARPENTER

Michael and Susan Pergolatti

January 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.

Ed Smith

January 9, 2013

During our Journey in Life we come across people who leave a lasting impression, an imprint on our lives. Dr. Joe Bondi was, in my life's journey one of those people. Dr. Bondi was a teacher and a Distinguished Professor at the University of South Florida, a pioneer in Education reform and yes, A Florida Gator! But Dr. Bondi was more than that, he was a man who cared deeply about children, all children. He was a family man who loved his family deeply and a man who loved Christ even more. He was a man whom I had the honor to call my friend. I will miss my friend, but I will carry his passion for life, his love for children, for his family and especially his Love for Christ with me until the end. Rest in the Arms of the Angels my Good Friend.

Nan Patrick

January 9, 2013

Pam, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything.

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Monica Barrett-Barron

January 9, 2013

I had the privelege of having Prof.Bondi at the USF College of Education. His classes were always insightful. He encouraged me to continue and earn my degree and I am an administrator today in the Hillsborough County School System. You will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers to the Bondi family.

Marian Johnson

January 9, 2013

Pam, though I did not know your Dad personally, I know you. You are a great tribute to the person I know he must be. My thoughts and many prayers are with you and your entire family. I know it is not easy. Be comforted by Joshua 1:9. Your friend, Marian

Genny Sikes

January 9, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May your good memories fill your thoughts.

January 9, 2013

Pam, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless. Jan McDonald

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