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Angelo Bonadonna Obituary

Bonadonna Jr., Angelo Anthony 25, suddenly; beloved son of Angelo and Loretta nee Walsh; loving brother of Terry, Genevieve, Kevin, and Moira; cherished nephew, cousin and inexhaustible friend to many, and a proud member of "Bapa's Gang." Angelo was an exuberant life force. He loved to travel and most recently was in the midst of a year of teaching in Thailand. He had an irrepressible personality and an enthusiastic view of life. He was adored by all who came in contact with him. Angelo embraced life to its fullest, loved new adventures and had a strong desire to right the wrongs he saw in this world. Funeral Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. from Gibbons Family Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. ( 1/2 Block East of Austin) to St. Odilo Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. A memorial fund is being established in his name, with contributions going to those causes that were most important in his life. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gibbonsfamilyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 13, 2011.

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Diana Burban

May 4, 2011

Dr. Bonadonna and Family, you will be in my prayers. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

John Vastis

February 22, 2011

Dear Angelo and Loretta,
I am thinking of you and your children during this difficult time. I have heard only good things about your son Angelo (as well as his siblings). I wish I had had the opportunity to know him. I hope you find comfort in knowing that you created a warm and loving environment for him to grow up in. I hope you find peace in knowing that because of you, Angelo had a life filled with laughter, joy, and love.
John Vastis

February 18, 2011

Dear Loretta and family-- received the tragic news from MICU collegues. I can't imagine your pain and deep sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Judy Kieser NMH-Olson

Fr. Ed Pelrine

February 18, 2011

Angelo & Loretta:

My deepest sympathy and prayers at the loss of your beloved son. I will pray for Angelo at mass.

Angela Kus

February 17, 2011

Angelo, you were such an amazing person. I've never met anyone else with your vibrance and never ending positivity - you will truly be missed.

Carleen Kelley & Family

February 16, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Peter Kirstein

February 16, 2011

Angelo was a great student in my Honour's Program Class. I was impressed by his observing and supporting a peace demonstration on campus when Secretary Colin Powell spoke. He was engaged in critical thinking and service to humankind. Angelo was a person who made his mark on me and others who experienced his impressive contributions.

Cathleen Cahill

February 16, 2011

The funeral litugy for Angelo was a tribute to your family, faith and friends. God holds Angelo in warm embrace and will send you all comfort and peace. You are in my prayers,
Sr. Cathleen Cahill, RSM

Jody Hager

February 16, 2011

I only met you a couple of times - my daughter worked with you at Jewel. You meant a lot to her. I know you will be missed by so many - you were an amazing young man. Condolences to your family in this very difficult time.

Ira Williams

February 15, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Fr. Bart Juncer (Niles '79)

February 15, 2011

Angelo and Loretta,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear son. Be assured of my prayers for the repose of Angelo's soul and for the consolation of your family.

Cathy and Mike Cahill

February 15, 2011

Our deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of your son, brother, nephew. We have been thinking about you all and have been praying for your family during these days. Our hearts are with you.

Patty Flannigan-Pierpaoli

February 14, 2011

My deepest sympathies for the loss of your son. I hope you find comfort and support from the love of your family and friends. God bless Angelo Jr. and your family.

Gerald O'Reilly

February 14, 2011

My prayers and condolences to Angelo and family.

Fr, Gerald O'Reilly
Niles College Class of 1981

Joanna Podsiadlo

February 14, 2011

I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Bonadonna Family.
My thoughts are with you in the time of sorrow.

Holly Peters

February 14, 2011

Loretta and family,
I cannot even begin to know the loss you must feel. My hope and prayer is that in time, the joy of the times you spent with Angelo will replace the sorrow in your hearts. God's peace.

February 14, 2011

I'm not related to you, but my name is Joe Bonadonna. My family was from Carpenter Street, and then Chicago Avenue/Our Lady of Angels Parrish. I just want to offer my sympathy to your family, as well as my prayers. God bless you and keep you all.

Christina Lee

February 14, 2011

To the Bonadonna Family,

Our prayers are with you through this very difficult time. We are so very sorry. I believe God has some wonderful plans for Angelo up there. Sincerely, The Lee-Girard Family

February 14, 2011

Loretta, I am so sorry about Angelo, I know it hurts so much. Please know that God is now taking care of him with all his love until you see him again...stay strong..all my love, jackie Smith, NMH

Mike Dronzek

February 14, 2011

"My deepest condolences go out to the Bonadonna family. I had the priviledge of having Dr. Bonadonna as my teacher at Saint Xavier University, and he is one of the nicest human beings I have ever met. It truly saddens me to know that his son, whom he loved dearly and brought up well, has passed away. I will keep your family in my prayers during these difficult times."- Mike Dronzek

Alena Uphues

February 14, 2011

I only met Angelo a few times at St. Odilo, but his enthusiasm shone through visibly. My sons were so excited any time he subbed in their classes because he made the days fly by. I hope you will find comfort in knowing that many of us were touched by his short life. Alena Uphues & Family

Colleen Savory

February 14, 2011

To the Bonadonna family,
I hope you take comfort in knowing what an impact your sons life made on everyone he met. I worked with him at Jewel a few years back and still have the fondest memories of my brief time with him. I am deeply sorry for your loss, and know that your son will always hold a special place in my heart.

February 14, 2011

ANGELO AND FAMILY, MY SINCERE SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART AS YOUR WHOLE FAMILY DOES ESPECIALLY NOW AT THIS TIME. VERA PISANI AND FAMILY

Claudia Giannini

February 14, 2011

To the Bonadonna family may you find comfort in knowing Angelo made the world a better place for all he did and his legacy will continue in all the lives he touched. God bless him and your family.

Sheila Haran-Prendergast

February 14, 2011

My deepest sympathies are with you at this time of inconceivable loss. You will be in my prayers and I know in my heart that you have a special angel up in heaven today.

The Steve Battisti Family

February 13, 2011

To the Bonadonna family,
May you remember the sunshine in which Angelo shined on you all. May you remember the laughs, tears, and excitement in which you all shared. May your memories be bountiful and may you rest knowing that he is in a good and safe place. You all have a very special angel looking down on you.

Mary Greig

February 13, 2011

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

margaret akbar

February 13, 2011

To the Bonadonna Family....Please accept my most heartfelt condolences at this very difficult time. God Bless You All...Margaret Akbar..Northwestern Memorial

February 13, 2011

Dearest Bonadonna Family,
My heart is heavy for you all. I remember Angelo well from my third grade class. He was such a bright boy, and always so kind to others. It is clear to see now that he would have a special journey in life. He grew up to be an inspiring young man. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Linda Bulster

February 13, 2011

Dear Loretta, Angelo, Terry, Genevieve, Kevin and Moira, Please accept our heartfelt condolences. The description of Angelo is the most touching that we've ever read. We will keep you in our prayers.
Peggy, Mike, Nora and Erin Fox

February 13, 2011

Angelo and Loretta. Terry, Genevieve, Kevin, and Moira; We are so sorry for the loss of Angelo. You are all in our prayers. May God watch over & Bless you all. Love, Michele, Kelley & Matthew Lindsey

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