Gary Thomas Bonavita

Gary Thomas Bonavita obituary

Gary Thomas Bonavita

Gary Bonavita Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Obituary of Gary Thomas Bonavita

Gary Thomas Bonavita, age 67, formerly of Aston, PA, died October 5, 2025 after a brief illness.

Gary graduated from Sun Valley High School, Class of 1976. Gary retired after working for C&N Skate Palace and Penn Delco School District in their maintenance department.

He cherished the thrill of horse racing. Gary greatly enjoyed bowling and spent many happy years participating in local leagues. He was an all-around family man who loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. Some of his favorite memories were made around the dinner table with family.

Son of the late Samuel A. and Mary (Messick) Bonavita. Brother of the late Susan M. Robinson. Uncle of the late Katelyn Robinson.

Survivors:

Brother: David (Patti) Bonavita

Nephews:T.J. (Katelyn) Robinson, David (Jesse) Bonavita, and Rocco (Amber) Bonavita

Niece: Kim (Charlie) Pollock

Also survived by 7 great-nephews and 3 great-nieces

Services and Interment will be held privately at Mt. Hope Cemetery

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Daniel Carr

October 11, 2025

May peace be with you and your family

David W Boyd

October 7, 2025

Rest in peace my friend

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