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Philip Bognanni Obituary

Philip Bognanni, 91, recently of Hingham passed away suddenly April 18, 2020. Philip was born in the North End and raised in the West End of Boston where he met and married his late wife, Marie. They were married for 42 years. He was a resident of Weymouth for 48 years before moving to Linden Ponds. Phil was a United States Army Veteran who served during the Korean Conflict and was proudly awarded the Ambassador for Peace Medal in September 2017. He attended Fitchburg State College where he earned his Bachelors in Education, becoming an automotive teacher for Brockton High School for over 20 years. Phil was a very social guy, he enjoyed being part of the Weymouth Club for 15 years as well as the Italian American Club at Linden Ponds. He bowled with various leagues over the years and kept up an impeccable average through his time at Linden Ponds. Sunday Patriots games followed by family dinner brought him great joy. His love for music and his sharp moves meant he would spend his whole night on the dance floor, he could waltz with the best and jump to a faster beat. Phil, aka the Trivia King, will probably best be known for entertaining family, friends and numerous health care providers with Trivia of all kinds. Dad, Pa, Phil or Mr. B he was a true gentleman with nothing but kind words to always say. Beloved husband to the late Marie Bognanni. Loving father to Victoria Jensen and her husband Arthur of Weymouth and Sylvana Baracchini of Norton. Dear brother to the late Charles Bognanni and Pauline Bognanni. Proud grandfather to Stephanie, Nicole and Michelle Jensen and Gina and Angela Baracchini. Normally the funeral is an opportunity for the community to gather in support of one another. Although we cannot gather together with Philips family at this time, friends may still offer their support by visiting www.Keohane.com and sharing a special memory or message. For those who cannot access the website please call 781-335-0045 to have your message added. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Philip to The West End Museum by visiting https://thewestendmuseum.org.

Published by The Hingham Journal from Apr. 22 to May 7, 2020.
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One of the most memorable residents I was able to serve. He always brought joy into my day. I enjoyed how kinda he was and how he was always able to joke around. It was a please being able to know him and think about him till this day.

Abby

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February 10, 2021

I am so sorry to hear the news that Phil passed away. My condolences to Phil's family. As a former employee of the Weymouth Club I knew Phil for many years. He was such a great guy. Where do I begin ? He was truly a class act. Back in 2003 I was involved in a terrible car accident and from the hospital to rehab I went and it was a long road back. One day while in rehab I was finished with one of my many rehab workouts with my therapist in the gym area of Braintree Rehab. In a wheelchair at the time I wheeled myself back to my room. As I entered my room I saw Phil sitting in a chair next to my bed waiting for me to return. It was so great to see him and it meant so much to me that he would come to visit me. He had words of encouragement and really lifted my spirits. During all the years following and my return to the Weymouth Club I would always talk with Phil about sports or current events or we would just say hi. We would always catch up on a game we saw during whatever season it was. You couldn't meet a nicer person anywhere. He was the best! Phil forever made an impression on my life. He genuinely cared about people and was a person that anyone that knew him should consider it a privilege and an honor. If I could say something to Phil I would say thank you for always being so inspiring and I have never forgotten you and will never forget you. My deepest condolences to Phil's family.

Tony and Jacquie Maggio

Tony Maggio

May 27, 2020

I'm sorry for the loss of your family member.
He was one of my favourites at work.
He'd come in every morning and ask if he had any prescriptions to pick up. I'd either say "No, Hit the bricks." He'd chuckle and go on his way. Or "Yep, and it's another freebie." And he'd say, "How did I get so lucky?"
Sometimes he'd ask me a trivia question and I'd pretend not to know the answer. Because that's what friends do.
So, Mr Bognanni, you can hit the bricks, dear friend.

Brenda

May 3, 2020

I am sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I know I speak for the staff of Brockton's Occupational Education Department when I say that he was a good teacher and held his students to a high standard. A very funny and sociable man and a man that made a positive impact on so many young adults.
Please accept my condolences.
Jeffrey Roderiques

Jeffrey Roderiques

April 25, 2020

Sorry for your loss, Phil was a friend and colleague at BHS. He along with his pal Joe Cugini kept my car in good shape. Always enjoyed his company.

Micheal Lombardo

April 25, 2020

Dear Tori and Arte, We were so sorry to hear that your Dad passed on. Having only met him a few times I can remember enjoying his stories. Ed and I are thinking of you and may your Dad rest in peace.
Trisha and Ed Marks

Trisha Marks

April 23, 2020

Mr. Bognanni, Mr. B, Phil...Always a sweet, gentle and pleasant man...We were blessed to know you...Very much enjoyed our years bowling together...Glad we got the chance to celebrate your 90th with you, your family and friends...It was a special and memorable time! Sad we never got the chance to say goodbye but we hope you knew we cared about you....We always enjoyed our yearly Christmas card. To Tori, Arty and family and Sylvana and family we send you our sincere condolences. With love and respect. XOXO

Tom and Peggy Lyons

Peggy Lyons

April 22, 2020

Ethel and I will certainly miss you, you always had a great smile and kind words.
Loved when you danced at Deb's spin classes!
Love,
Your gym buddies
Ethel and Janet

April 22, 2020

Phil,

Thank you for keeping my car in shape while we were teachers at Brockton High School and for only the cost of parts.

I could always count on your skill and honesty.

Marge Donovan

Margaret Donovan

April 22, 2020

Mr. Bognanni,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Mike Casey(former Ma resident)

April 22, 2020

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