Benito Bolanio

So saddened to hear the news. Benny was such a vibrant soul who lit up every room. His smile was infectious as was his boisterous laugh. He was so engaging and inclusive and fun. I had the time of my life with Benny in high school. Lots of laughter. Lots of high jinx. Mr Pep Rally. What great memories. I remember how we would ham it up on the dance floor and the smell of his cologne. He will very much be missed. Onto the next adventure, Benny.\u003c/p\u003e\",\"hasComments\":false,\"createdAt\":\"2025-09-13T21:18:41.897Z\",\"createdBy\":{\"id\":1953420,\"letters\":\"SJ\",\"firstName\":\"Suzie\",\"lastName\":\"Juliano\",\"displayName\":\"Suzie Juliano\"},\"createdAtAgo\":\"35m ago\"},{\"image\":{\"name\":\"Purple\",\"src\":\"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/moments/candles/candle-purple.jpg\",\"alt\":\"A large, lit white candle with a subtle wax drip on a beige background, accompanied by a white and pink paper flower on the right side.\",\"width\":1024,\"height\":1024},\"id\":52823545,\"type\":\"candle\",\"status\":\"published\",\"content\":\"\u003cp\u003eBenny you will never be forgotten. You were a great role model. A kind, good soul. My condolences to your family from the bottom of my heart. I know family meant a lot to you. Thank you for the impression you left on so many.\u003c/p\u003e\",\"style\":{\"backgroundColor\":\"#C2CDDF\",\"color\":\"#111\"},\"hasComments\":false,\"createdAt\":\"2025-09-13T16:02:23.24Z\",\"createdBy\":{\"id\":1953297,\"avatarUrl\":\"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLWk0AWfgtn2kqtDfDBTGWGlxI4nSb8Iw5SOWX6oj5O-E3nZOzr=s96-c\",\"letters\":\"DP\",\"firstName\":\"Daisy\",\"lastName\":\"Prieto\",\"displayName\":\"Daisy Prieto\"},\"createdAtAgo\":\"6h ago\"},{\"image\":{\"name\":\"White\",\"src\":\"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/moments/candles/candle-white.jpg\",\"alt\":\"A lit white pillar candle with a soft glow beside a delicate white lily with green leaves on a pale beige background.\",\"width\":1024,\"height\":1024},\"id\":52821981,\"type\":\"candle\",\"status\":\"published\",\"content\":\"\u003cp\u003eGracious God, my heart grieves for my friend Ben, but I am also so saddened for his family and friends who are deeply impacted by this heart-wrenching situation. Please grant them comfort and strength to endure this unimaginable loss. Let your peace settle their hearts and renew their hope. We trust that your love and compassion are unfailing. Pour out your mercy upon them, and grant them the strength to face each day. Thank you for the time we had with our friend, and for the hope of eternal life through Christ Jesus. Amen.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTe voy a extrañar tanto Ben, pero se que estás sonriéndonos desde lo más alto. Por tus mensajes tan llenos de amor y alegría. Como siempre me decías Ay Chica.. hoy te digo Gracias Chico por tanto. Te llevo en mi corazón por siempre. Love, Angie.\u003c/p\u003e\",\"style\":{\"backgroundColor\":\"#DEDCD1\",\"color\":\"#111\"},\"hasComments\":false,\"createdAt\":\"2025-09-13T00:37:42.907Z\",\"createdBy\":{\"id\":1953158,\"letters\":\"AM\",\"firstName\":\"Angie\",\"lastName\":\"Medina\",\"displayName\":\"Angie Medina\"},\"createdAtAgo\":\"21h ago\"},{\"media\":[{\"width\":4032,\"height\":2759,\"id\":37834804,\"type\":\"photo\",\"album\":{\"id\":0,\"name\":\"Tribute Wall\"},\"src\":\"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/Tributes/8230857/GuestBook/787996bb-bbca-4881-a3d9-b909d1c6c4ea.jpeg\",\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/Tributes/8230857/GuestBook/787996bb-bbca-4881-a3d9-b909d1c6c4ea.jpeg\",\"status\":\"done\",\"post\":{\"id\":0,\"content\":\"\"},\"createdAt\":\"2025-09-13T00:31:08.4Z\",\"createdBy\":{\"id\":1953155,\"avatarUrl\":\"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLFxKFJcCTTDkHjFFjKoL-KuBC2oNwePDnb5r9whrpcI2Fk1dY=s96-c\",\"letters\":\"GR\",\"firstName\":\"Gladys\",\"lastName\":\"Rodriguez\",\"displayName\":\"Gladys Rodriguez\"}}],\"album\":{\"id\":0,\"name\":\"Tribute Wall\"},\"id\":52821954,\"type\":\"media\",\"status\":\"published\",\"content\":\"\u003cp\u003eBenny…We met in elementary school. Through the years, we shared our love of Puerto Rico, our families, good dance music, South Miami Sr. memories… You will always be a shining light light!\u003cbr /\u003eMay there be peace in the hearts of your family. \u003cbr /\u003eGod Bless. \u003cbr /\u003eWith amor.. mucho amor….\u003cbr /\u003eGladys Rodriguez \u003c/p\u003e\",\"hasComments\":false,\"createdAt\":\"2025-09-13T00:31:06.077Z\",\"createdBy\":{\"id\":1953155,\"avatarUrl\":\"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLFxKFJcCTTDkHjFFjKoL-KuBC2oNwePDnb5r9whrpcI2Fk1dY=s96-c\",\"letters\":\"GR\",\"firstName\":\"Gladys\",\"lastName\":\"Rodriguez\",\"displayName\":\"Gladys Rodriguez\"},\"createdAtAgo\":\"21h ago\"},{\"image\":{\"name\":\"Blue\",\"src\":\"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/moments/candles/candle-blue.jpg\",\"alt\":\"A lighted pale blue candle with a small white flower and a few leaves at its base, set against a soft blue background.\",\"width\":1024,\"height\":1024},\"id\":52821402,\"type\":\"candle\",\"status\":\"published\",\"content\":\"\u003cp\u003eI had the privilege of working with Ben for six years, and in that time I came to know him as one of the most positive souls I've ever met. Even in the moments when life got heavy, he would fuss for a bit-like we all do-and then find his way right back to his uplifting, encouraging self.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBen's gentle spirit and kind heart touched so many, and his presence will be deeply missed. Rest peacefully, my friend.