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George Bango Obituary

George A. Bango passed away September 11, 2008 after a day spent with family members. George was born in New Haven, CT April 22, 1934, the oldest son of Caroline Matteo and Anthony Bango. He was predeceased by his mother Caroline and step-father Joseph Corso. George served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1955 during the Korean Conflict. The family moved to Arizona in 1970. George was a long time horse trainer/owner at Turf Paradise and Canterbury Park in Minnesota, until his retirement last year. George is survived by his wife, Mary; children Nancy Banks, Patricia O'Brien (Jim), George, Regina Davis (Scott), Karla Maines, Jessica Szabo, former daughter-in-law Roxanna Bango; 17 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brothers Robert Bango and Raymond Corso; special aunt, Clara Mei, and many cousins in Connecticut. During his long racing career, George made many friends from the East Coast to the West Coast, who have supported him in his illness with prayers, cards, phone calls, and well wishes. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 16, 2008 from 5-8 PM at Menke Funeral Home, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael's Catholic Church, 5525 W. Acoma Dr., Glendale, AZ. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Avondale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of Arizona, 2222 W. Northern Ave., Ste A100, Phoenix AZ 85021. The family would like to thank the Hospice staff, particularly Jennifer, for their support during the last few weeks of George's life. Our special thanks to our very caring and special neighbors.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Sep. 14 to Sep. 16, 2008.

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Nancy Banks

October 6, 2008

My family and I would like to thank all those that took the time to write us a note. We have been overwhelmed with the out pour of sympathy and caring thoughts. We will all miss George as a husband, father, relative and friend.

Robert Score

September 30, 2008

Both Lisa & myself will truly miss George. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. We will remember him fondly.

David Miller

September 18, 2008

Terry and I want to express our sincerest condolences to Mary and the entire family. We will keep George in our thoughts and prayers.

Kelly DiLaura-Martinez

September 17, 2008

I am writing this on behalf of my dad Gerry DiLaura: He was a great guy. People may have thought he was loud and some times grouchy but he had the biggest heart. He was my friend and I will miss him dearly. My heartfelt condolences to his entire family. On behalf of myself, Kelly Dilaura: please accept my most sincere condolences. My dad talked about him so often that I felt like I knew him too. God bless you.

Karin Beadle

September 17, 2008

Dear Mary and Family,

We were saddened to hear of George's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We always enjoyed seeing George at Canterbury.

Tom and Karin Beadle

joy and Butch Murray

September 16, 2008

Dear Nancy . We are so sorry to hear about George, I thought a lot of him when I waited on his barn, our love and Prayers to all lof you. Butch and Joy Murray

Heather & Reede Reynolds

September 16, 2008

Mary,

We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Vicki McCray

September 16, 2008

To all the Bango Family,
We would like to express our sympathy for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Mark & Vicki McCray

Jake Jacobs

September 16, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Roger & Lori Wing

September 15, 2008

Mary & Family ~ Although we only met George a few times, we know how highly regarded and loved he was by our Granddaughters, Cailey & Brooke. He will be missed! Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you.

Eugene Joyce

September 15, 2008

Although George and I could disagree on most things, there was never any rancor after the fact and I Knew his word was his bond. He was a man of integrity. I know of no finer ephitet for a man than that. He will truly be missed here at Turf Paradise.

Ronda Rouse

September 15, 2008

It's hard to find just the right words at a time like this, but want you all to know that our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you at this very difficult time. God Bless.
Ronda, Rob, Nick, Cory and Caleb

Esther and Julian

September 15, 2008

George and Family:
I am saddened to hear the loss of your father. May our Lord give you peace and strength during this difficult time.
Blessings be upon thee

Stephanie Jewell

September 15, 2008

I love you Grandma and will forever miss my Grandpa Rest in Peace.. I love you...And will miss you

Kerri Felix

September 15, 2008

Mary, Nancy, Patty, George, Regina,

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you are so much a part of ours. We love you all.
Jason, Kerri, Philip and Kolby Felix.

The Isaacson Family Craig, Joy, Cailey & Brooke

September 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Our family will forever cherish the memories George gave us with Superman Can and the Claiming Crown in 2004! Geroge will be greatly missed.

Craig Isaacson

September 15, 2008

George I will miss you. The joy you brought to my daughters thru the barn and watching Superman, Max, Prince and that cranky Poncho will be memories you provided that will last forever. My father does not have many close close friends, You were at the top of that short list!

God bless you George and may he watch over Mary.

Your friend....Craig Isaacson

Bruce and Barb Wakefield

September 15, 2008

Dear Mary and Family:
We're so sorry to hear of George's passing. We have very fond memories of our trips to your home in Glendale over the years. He was loved by so many - cherish those memories and God Bless all of you.

Jerry Simms

September 14, 2008

My sympathies to the family. The Turf Paradise Family will miss George.
Jerry Simms

Mary Kulus

September 14, 2008

Patti, Jim, Grant and Brit -
Our love and prayers are with you and we are so sorry for your loss.
You know we're here for you if there is anything we can do!
God bless you all.
Mike, Mary, Paton and Jordan

David & Pam Van Winkle

September 14, 2008

We were so sorry to hear about George. We will miss him

Kerri (Murray) Frantz

September 14, 2008

Nancy,
May all the GREAT memories of your Dad get you thorough these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sharon Domeier

September 14, 2008

George made alot of memories over the years at various race tracks---
always a good visit and a smile.
Recall the memories as often as you like---they never wear out. God bless you all.

Dennis Sowers

September 14, 2008

Our sincere sympathy to the family. George was a smiling face that will be missed at Turf Paradise. Always a friend and fellow trainer that worked for the horsemen. Rest in peace George.
Dennis and Mary Jo

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