Name: Visitation for Andrew F. Bonito
Start: 2022-09-25T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-09-25T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Iovanne Funeral Home, Inc.

Andrew F. Bonito
Andrew F. Bonito, NHFD, RET. of North Haven passed away peacefully on September 20, 2022 in his home. Born in the Wooster Square neighborhood of New Haven on February 15, 1943, son of the late Alfonse and Grace Gambardella Bonito, Andy was a graduate of Wilbur Cross High School, class of 1961. He was appointed to the New Haven Fire Department on July 1, 1970 and served the City of New Haven honorably for 41 years, retiring on July 1, 2011. During his distinguished career, Andy was awarded the Medal of Merit and several unit citations. In addition, he was the recipient of many awards and recognitions including from the Knights of St. Patrick, the New Haven Rotary Club, St. Patrick's Neighborhood Reunion and was named Man of the Year by St. Michael Church in 2012. He was also a member of New Haven Firefighter's Local 825, the Society of St. Andrew the Apostle and the St. Trofimena Society. He is survived by his longtime loving companion Barbara Buckmiller and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother John Bonito.
Visiting hours will be held Sunday evening from 4:00 - 7:00 in the Iovanne Funeral Home, Inc., 11 Wooster Place in New Haven. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Michael Church Monday morning at 10:00. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Share a memory and sign Andy's guest book online at www.iovanne.com.

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Published by The New Haven Register on Sep. 22, 2022.

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J . Martinez

October 22, 2022

Andy was a sweet and compassoonate human being . Very few people you meet throughout your life leave a lasting memory of kindness and generosity . Andy was one of those special souls ! Your Wings were well earned my friend !

Sam Piscopo

October 1, 2022

It was an honor to know such a special person. See you in heaven for some macaroni and wine.

Chief Dennis W. Daniels, Ret. NHFD

September 25, 2022

To The Family of Andrew,
I would like to extend to you my sincere condolences and my deepest sympathy to you. Andy and I were good friends with a great relationship over the years. May God Bless You and Keep You during this time of sorrow. May He wrapped His arms of comfort around you and gives you peace. Andrew, may you Rest In Peace.

Andrew Campion

September 25, 2022

A friendship that will never end. Many good years
Rest In Peace. my Friend

Denise and Mike Troy

September 24, 2022

Andy was a great person. He always had a story to tell. He will be missed. Rest in peace Andy.

Gary Gambardella

September 23, 2022

I will always remember Cousin Andy (actually my Dad's cousin) for three things: His love of family, his selfless commitment to the community and his devotion to Our Lord.

One of earliest my memories of Andy was from when I was just a child. Andy was the one who stayed beside me and provided comfort at my Grandfather's (his Uncle's) funeral. When I became an adult and moved away, Andy always seemed to beat me to the punch to call me during the holidays and wish me a "Merry Christmas." Even more important to me, however, was that he always checked on my Grandmother and my Mom (after the deaths of my Grandfather and my Dad).

As a public servant, his dedication was unparalleled. Although he was not in it for the recognition, Andy's 41 years of service as a New Haven firefighter did not go unnoticed. He is considered a legend to me and many in the New Haven community. Personally, he was one of the people in my life who inspired me to a career in public service.

As a devout Catholic, Andy lived the words of Jesus Christ by loving both God and his neighbor with every fiber of his being. He was such a good and decent person.

Andy was one in a million. The world has been better with Andy's life in it. It was a life well spent and I am thankful to have been a part of it.

Our deepest condolences to Andy's love Barbara and to all his friends whose lives Andy has touched. He will be deeply missed.

Joseph F. DeCato

September 23, 2022

My condolences to Andy's family and friends. We both entered the NHFD in1970. We were both raised in the Wooster Street Italian neighborhood. He was my friend, co-worker, a dedicated Firefighter throughout his career, and well respected by all. May he Rest In Peace.

Vivian

September 23, 2022

Barbara I am so saddened by this...I always looked forward to his calls and Lunch Dates. Sending prayers for you and his family.

Mr&Mrs. Dan & Frances rea

September 23, 2022

Dear. Barbara. Frances and I will miss him dearly I am sure he is in heaven because he cared so much for everyone he knew. May my dearest friend rest in piece. Frances & Danny rea

D DiVito

September 22, 2022

Andy Bonito. They broke the mold after you were born. You´re one of a special breed never to be repeated. Rest In Peace my friend you´re gone but will never be forgotten

God Bless
D DiVito

Anthony Fiengo sr

September 22, 2022

Sorry for your loss ...a great guy..

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