Bonny Vitali Obituary
KENNEBUNKPORT -- Bonny Grace Vitali, 55 years, of Oakwood Drive, Kennebunkport, died May 4, 2013 at Maine Medical Center.
Bonny was born March 17, 1958 in Buffalo, N.Y., the daughter of Stewart and Faye (Kulick) Levy. She graduated from Nichols School High School in Buffalo, class of 1976, and earned her bachelor's degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, N.Y. in 1980. On Jan. 24, 1998 she married Louis Vitali.
Bonny enjoyed taking care of her new family's home. She volunteered for numerous local organizations and sat on the boards of United Way, Maine 411, and was active with Consolidated School's PTA. She was a Girl Scout Leader for Kennebunkport's Troop. She loved family and friends.
Bonny is survived by her loving husband, Louis Vitali; her daughter, Emily Ann Vitali; her parents, Stewart and Faye Levy; her brothers, Mitchell Levy of Williamsville, N.Y. and Jordan Levy and his wife, Holly, of Buffalo, N.Y., her sisters-in-law, Laura Royal and her husband, Michael, of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. and Arleen Scholwalter and her husband, Barry, of Miami, Fla.; and her nieces and nephews, Adrian Levy, Elizabeth Levy, Jacob Levy, Michael Fusco, Morgan Simonson, and Taylor Simonson.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer Street, Kennebunk, with Rabbi Ronnie Friedman. Interment will follow in Arundel Cemetery, Kennebunkport. Bonny's family will sit shiva on Tuesday immediately following the services at their home in Kennebunkport. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel. www.bibberfuneral.com
Should friends desire,
memorial donations in Bonny's name may be made to:
Bonny Vitali Fund for Girl Scouts of Kennebunkport Troop 1804,
C/O FJP, 2640 North Forest Rd, Getzville, NY 14068
Bonny Grace Vitali
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John Spain
May 27, 2013
We are shocked to hear of Bonny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Francesca, John, Natalie and Amy.
Maureen Summers
May 19, 2013
Was away on extended travel when I learned of Bonny's passing. What a joy to know and work with Bonny - we served together on the Board of United Way. My deepest sympathy to Louis and Emily.
May she send you comfort for the long road ahead.
Diane Sciandra-Hull
May 18, 2013
Bonny was a dear friend. I have many fond memories of her and I was so sad to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers. God Bless her loving family.
May 17, 2013
Sincerest condolences to Louis, Emmy and all of dear Bonnie's family and friends. We met through Beacon the beagle, but our friendship extended to a Buffalo connection and our children. We share the loss, but celebrate her life Ken Odrzywolski, DVM and family
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Lynne Mason
May 11, 2013
Dear Louis and Emily and Levy Family,
We are sending our deepest sympathies and condolences on your loss of Bonny. We had both William Smith College and Buffalo connections. Bonny was my roommate during our sophomore year. She was a lovely, intelligent and caring woman with a great laugh and beautiful smile! May all of your warm and happy memories be a comfort to you now!
With love,
Lynne Nowadly Mason ( and Scott Mason, too)
May 9, 2013
Our sincerest condolences and sympathies to you, Louis, and daughter Emmy. Bonny was indeed a lovely neighbor and kind lady. Karen and Olivia Maxwell, Ogunquit.
Linda Workman
May 9, 2013
I just heard of Bonny's passing and was so surprised and saddened. Bonny reached out to me when I moved to Kennebunk full time last fall. She was a lovely person. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
May 7, 2013
Louis and Emily,
I am so sorry to hear you have lost Bonny. We were "buds" at William Smith College and I have many fond memories of spring breaks and winter getaways together. Her lighthearted personality always made me smile.
With deepest sympathy,
Caroline Barnes Henningsen
Randi Vladimer
May 7, 2013
I am shocked and saddened to hear about Bonnie. Bonnie and I were roommates in college for one year and it was the best of times. She was a wonderful person who always saw the joy in the little things. She will be surely missed. My condolences to all those affected by this tragic loss.
May 7, 2013
Sad to lose such a lovely woman- Liza Pille-Speacht
Karen Lyons Nowadly
May 7, 2013
May God Hold Her in the Palm of His Hand.
I will always smile when I think of Bonny.
Karen & Sons
Aisling Rice
May 7, 2013
I am very shocked and saddened to hear of Bonny's passing. I babysat Emmy for many years while I was still living at home. The Vitali's opened their home and hearts to me and were truly there any time I needed it. Bonny was one of the kindest and most gracious women I've ever been lucky enough to know.
My thoughts and love are with the family.
The Lachances
May 7, 2013
Louis and Emily, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bonny was a beautiful person who had a deep love for her family. Her smile always brightened my day. She was a treasure in our Consolidated School community.
ann smith (rudnick)
May 6, 2013
I knew Bonnie from William Smith. When I hear her name thoughts of energy, light, smiles and someone always willing to help crowd my mind. The pain and separation you must be feeling is likely almost more than you can bear but remember G-d Is the G-d who hears. Let H-m comfort you. I pray that the L-rd bless you and keep you. The L-rd make H-s face shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the L-rd continue to bless your going out and your coming in now and forever. My prayers are with you.
Risë & Domenic Alongi
May 6, 2013
Dear Stewart, Faye, and Family:
Words can never express how sorry we are for the loss of your Bonny and we are here for whatever you need.
May 6, 2013
There was a special bond between all of the Buffalo girls who went on to William Smith College. Once we graduated we would run into each other once in a while and I did not know Bonnie had left Buffalo let alone married and had a daughter...and while bittersweet now, I am sure she left the best of herself in you. My heartfelt condolences.
Susan Lojacono
William Smith Class of 1980
from Buffalo, NY
Vicki & Mark Vail
May 6, 2013
So very sorry for the Vitali and Levi families and friends. Our prayers are with you all. Bonny was so very kind. She was a truly gracious Manta Ray Swim team Mom, and will be missed...
Jon Kanter
May 6, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Bonny's passing. I remember her from College as a young women with a lot of positive energy and intelligence.
May 6, 2013
Heartfelt condolences and love are sent to Bonny's family, and Mitch, Jordan and their parents.
Rob Canestrari and family
Lynne Steinhart
May 6, 2013
My sincere sympathy goes out to all of Bonnie's family. I have lovely memories of my friendship with her. Love to you all-- Lynne Steinhart
Gayle Wilcox Hughes
May 6, 2013
Sincere condolences to all of Bonnie's family. I am very sorry to learn of Bonnie's passing. I will always remember her wonderful happy smile, her kindness and the joy that she brought with her everywhere.
May 6, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Bonny always was such a support for our swim team, and I loved coaching Emily, and hope you all know the Manta Ray family is here for you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Leia Lowery
May 6, 2013
Sending love and prayers and hoping you find comfort in always remembering how very much Bonny loved you.
The Ferraraccio Family
Michael Rawlins
May 6, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Vitali family. Bonnie was a dear friend in our days on the Hobart and William Smith Colleges campus.
Christian & Jennifer Barner
May 6, 2013
Louis we are so sad for you and Emily and we join all of your friends and family in sending our thoughts to you both at this very difficult time.
Vincent LoVallo
May 6, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
May 6, 2013
Bonny was such a dedicated mom and so supportive of all things Consolidated. I always enjoyed chatting with her, especially recently about sewing in Scouts. Emily is a delightful, kind child--clearly because of the love received from her family. My deepest sympathies to all who were a part of her life. Lucy Hardy, KCS
Lana Wescott
May 6, 2013
Louis, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Know you have many K'port friends and colleagues sending you prayers of comfort.
steve wydysh
May 6, 2013
With deepest sympathy. Bonnie was one of the friendliest people i ever met. Will remember her from high school forever.
Tom Robinson
May 6, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Bonny was a good friend. I could see she was a devoted wife and mother.
Lee Harris
May 6, 2013
My sympathy to the entire Levy family.
Linda Sroka
May 6, 2013
Bonny and I worked together at WIVB-TV in Buffalo abd very happy memories remain with me. I am shocked and saddened by this news. My deepest sympathy to Bonny's family. May Bonny rest in peace.
The Girard Family
May 6, 2013
Sincerest sympathy Louis and Emily and to your entire family, we share your sorrow and hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Kathi Sokolowski
May 6, 2013
Our hearts and prayers are with Louis, Emily and the entire Levy and Vitali family during this difficult time. Bonnie was truly a special person and she will be missed. With our deepest sympathy.
Mark & Laurie Criden
May 6, 2013
We're sending you love and prayers.
The Bibber Family
May 6, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Mary Boucouvalas
May 5, 2013
We are truly sorry for the loss of our friend Bonny Our sympathies and prayers are with Lou and Emmy Mary Lou Boucouvalas and Graves Library Family
The Brady's
May 5, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to Emily and Louis.
Rabbi Harry Rosenfeld
May 5, 2013
Michele and I send our deepest condolences. You are in our prayers.
Jennifer, Annie & Katherine Hayes Coburn
May 5, 2013
Louis and Emily our deepest condolences, wishing you both peace and comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Bonny you will be missed!
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