Robert A. Buonamano

1952 - 2018

Robert A. (Bawana) Buonamano of Dennis, formerly of North Quincy, died peacefully surrounded by his family on November 24, 2018, at the age of 66. He was the beloved brother of Arthur and Carol Buonamano of Fort Myers, Fla., Edward Buonamano and Joe Gomez of Orlando, Fla., and Bonnie and Rich Mulcahy of Hanover. He is also survived by five nieces and nephews. Bob was the son of the late Anthony and Marion (Flanagan) Buonamano. He was born in South Boston, May 22, 1952, raised and educated in North Quincy (Montclair), graduating from North Quincy High School in 1970, before moving to the Cape full time in the early 1980s. Bob worked for The Boston Herald in the advertising department, at Bestgen Real Estate in Dennis Port and at Pain D'Avignon Bakery in Hyannis. After retiring, Bob would make his daily trip to Honey Dew for coffee, then to West Dennis Beach to read the paper, pick up his mail at post office, and then stop at one of his favorite establishments including but not limited to The Wooden Shoe, 28 Club, or La Scala Restaurant, to see friends and family or to watch a Pat's game. Bob loved the Cape and the many friends he made during the 50 or more years vacationing and residing in Dennis. A visitation will be held Friday, November 30, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home, 729 Rte. 134, South Dennis. Bob's funeral Mass will be held directly following at 11 a.m. in Holy Trinity Church, 246 Main St., West Harwich. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.doanebealames.com.