"Oh Laura. What can I say friend. I met you at the nursing home as a staff member and we were close to the end. You were kind trying to feed me all the time and you sure loved your Bingo. At cards you were an expert at shuffling and dealing. Great at word games to. Your crafts you took great pains to make it come out just right. At musical programs you always had a front row seat. You did not go to just any church service outside of mass but you came to my husbands non denominational service to encourage him. You loved him as much as you did me. You treasured the rosary he made you and kept it close at hand. You were a fashion plate with clothes and jewelry. I walked past your room yesterday and wished I could visit 1 last time but it was so empty and lonely. I remember how you would beg me to stay and how you waited in the hall for me to speak first. You loved being in charge of everything and had control over everything. You spoke of your husband and how you missed him. Hopefully you are reunited once again. Rest easy my friend. I will never forget you my Italian Mama. Love and sympathy, Veronica. "
In loving memory of
Laura Bonarigo
April 15, 1923 - July 31, 2019
Laura (Cervone) Bonarigo
BATAVIA - July 31, 2019 at the age of 96. Laura is predeceased by her husband, John Bonarigo. She is survived by her daughters, Rosalind (Donald) Krenzer Michele (Ed) Pomeranz; grandchildren, Kimi (Paul) Pecorella, Richard (Emilee) Secondino, Kelly Coughlin, Keara (Ryan) Sheppard; great-grandchildren, Kaili (David) Widrick, Kirstin (Mike Kellman) Pecorella, Gavin Secondino, Lennox Sheppard, McClain Sheppard; great-great-grandchild Declan Widrick; several nieces nephews.
Laura's Funeral Mass will be celebrated, Tuesday, August 6th, 10 AM at Ascension Roman Catholic Church, 15 Sumner St., Batavia, NY 14020, immediately followed by her entombment in St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to LeRoy Village Green, Sunshine Fund, 10 Munson St., LeRoy, NY 14482 in Laura's memory.
Laura was born on April 15th 1923 to Amedeo Margaret Cervone in Batavia, NY. She attended and graduated from Batavia High School. Laura went on to marry John Bonarigo and they had two daughters, Rosalind and Michele. They were blessed in their later years to have and enjoy several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Laura worked at the Checkerboard Restaurant, where she was very dependable and helped out in every area of the restaurant. Her favorite music was Frank Sinatra and the Chrooners. During her free time, Laura liked to shop on QVC, play cards bingo with her girlfriends at the nursing home. She also loved to paint and do crafts. Her favorite sports teams were the NY Yankees and the Buffalo Bills. Laura was described as a strong willed and sassy woman who enjoyed spending time with her family. Laura will be deeply missed and always fondly remembered by her loving family and friends.
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"Roz Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Michele and Roz, my condolences on the passing of your Mom. She really was remarkable. My sympathy on your loss."
"Roz, so sorry to hear of mom's passing. You and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong! Howard and Lori Cohen"
"Roz, I'm sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family."