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Anthony Bernatovich Obituary
BERNATOVICH, Anthony J. "Tony" Anthony J. "Tony" Bernatovich, formerly of West Hartford, and Pinehurst, NC, died peacefully at home in Naples Tuesday, (March 7, 2006) after struggling valiantly with Multiple Myeloma. Born September 12, 1935 in New York City, he was a son of the late William and Catherine (Veseskis) Bernatovich. Early in his life, Tony moved to Hartford with his family. He joined the United States Air Force in 1953 and was honorably discharged in 1957 after which he attended both Newark College of Engineering and University of Hartford. Prior to retiring, he was President of Hunter Group Inc. in Hartford. Tony is survived by Lynn, his loving and devoted wife of 48 years; daughters Saundra (Mrs. Robert) Gulley of Kamuela, HI and Debra (Mrs. Donald) Heist of Pensacola, FL; three grandchildren; John, Anthony and Shantel Laignel; his sisters, Carolyn Yanosey and Diane Torsiello; his brothers, Robert and William, as well as several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass for "Tony" will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 14 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 625 111th Avenue North, Naples, FL. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, a donation in Tony's name be made to Hospice of Naples, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, FL 34105 or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202. The Society's mission is to increase the cure rate of blood-related cancers, including Multiple Myeloma.
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April Reitman
April 17, 2006
Dear Lynn, my mom just told me about Tony and I am so sad to hear the news. You were some of the most fun, wonderful people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and to think my parents introduced us! How you took Brie in and loved him, you brought us both great joy. I miss you both, I miss our talks we'd have when I'd return from traveling, Tony would pour me a scotch and we'd catch up on my travel adventures! He was a special person and I wish you strength at the difficult time. I hope our paths cross again. With Love, April
The Zaharias Family
March 27, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. We always remember his vigor and wonderful sense of humor!!!
Don and Arlene Schroder
March 14, 2006
Lynn, Don and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We always enjoyed your company at Shennecossett.
Sincerely,
Ethel Fried
March 13, 2006
Dear Lynn ... even though we have not been in touch for a few years, I have thought of you and Tony often ... every time I drive up Westmont ... but especially when I make my pesto sauce. We had lots of good times together and I treasure those memories.
I was deeply saddened to learn of Tony's death. I know what it means to lose your life's partner and my heart aches for you.
Sincerely, Ethel
Idella and Ed (Sissy) Veilleux
March 12, 2006
Dear Lynn and Family,
Though many years have gone by since we last saw one another, my memories of you both visiting my mom and dad and the many laughs we shared will be forever in my mind and never forgotten.
We are so very sorry for your loss and hope that in time, your pain will ease and be replaced by wonderful memories of Tony.
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