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John Buonani Obituary
John J. Buonani, 77, has gone home to the Lord to join his mother, Emily (Trecina) Buonani and father Louis A. Buonani on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Born in Meriden, CT, on May 5,1948, he was a lifelong city resident graduating from Orville H. Platt High School class of '66, American International College (A.I.C.) in Springfield, MA, class of '72, Berkley College of Music in Boston, MA and Paier College of art in Hamden, CT.
John was an artist who participated in many art shows. He was a resident artist at Pleiades gallery of contemporary art in Chelsea NY, World Wide Art-Artavita gallery at Artexpo, NY, Clio Art Show, NY, Arthouse, NYC, Ward-Nasse Gallery, N.J. He also participated in art shows in Venice, Biennale of Nations, Rome, and Vienna. His paintings were being shown at Memorial Sloan Kettering cancer center at St Jude's. John also wrote and self published 7 books.
John is survived and lovingly remembered by cousins Nancy Trecina, George Trecina, Christopher Trecina and wife Claire and his beloved dog Poopsie. His cousin, Paul Gratta, predeceased him.
A private entombment was held on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025, in Sacred Heart mausoleum. Arrangements are under the direction of the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St, Meriden, CT 06450. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meriden Humane Society, 311 Murdock Avenue, Meriden CT 06450 or online at https://www.meridenhumanesocietyrescue.com/donate. For online condolences, please visit jferryfh.com
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William Paul Kunze
November 1, 2025
To all who knew John as a family member or friend I offer my deep condolences. John and I were neighborhood friends, he on Winthrop Street ands I on Alcove Street, track teammates and classmates at P.H.S. We spent many summer days playing "pitcher/catcher", whiffle ball or simply enjoying the shade of his family's screened porch while reading Sports Illustrated magazines. John was a reliable presence for after school pick up baseball or football games at Bronson Avenue Park. What a remarkable life he had, one filled with joy, achievements and dreams fulfilled. Rest in sweet peace my friend. Bill Kunze, P.H.S. '66, Victoria, B.C. Canada
Candy Lash
October 30, 2025
I remember meeting John while working in the Office of the President at AIC. His artwork adorns the John Buonani Conference Room, named in his honor, in Adams Hall. His love of his alma mater was evident throughout his life. Condolences to his family and kind remembrances of John.
Sincerely,
Candy Lash
Executive Assistant to the President, Retired
Joanne Moscato
October 26, 2025
John was a wonderful neighbor and dad to his beloved Poopsie. He will be missed. Rest in Peace.
Fred Carlberg
October 26, 2025
I was a Neighbor of Jack living with my Grandmother on Cook Ave until I was 8. The 3 Amigos , Ed Hubball , Jack and Myself, our Backyards touched. Mrs B was always like a Neighborhood Mom. I moved away until 1962 and went to Wilcox Tech. After Vietnam, Marriage and 4 kids I lived on Goodspeed Ave near Emily (on Johnson Ave) and met her and Jack again but we were All too busy to Get Reacquainted. Funny on how lives crisscross. Sounds like He had a Successful life. Sorry for your loss. Fred Carlberg
The Leary Family
October 25, 2025
We lived next door to John and his family in Meriden on Johnson Avenue. Such a kind young man to us and our two sons. The angels have a wonderful musician for their chorus in heaven.
Donna Cyr
October 25, 2025
While I only knew him for a little less than a year, I felt like I knew him forever. He made me feel welcomed from the first day I met him. He will truly be missed. Rest easy John and watch over poopsi I'm sure she's missing you terribly.
Ana Gopoian
October 25, 2025
Grateful to have been present for the service and gathering. A sweet man and neighbor. I´ll miss sharing treats, seeing him walking by, sitting in the sun with Poopsie and always sharing a smile. Rest in peace John.
Jim Roccapriore
October 25, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of John´s passing. My sincere condolences to all his friends and families, Jim Roccapriore
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