"Dear Donna, Today, November 23rd is the first I knew of your brother's passing. I can only imagine the sorrow that must have come and is still present. I just want to send my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. Losing a loved one is never easy to get over but in time all wounds heal. The good memories will always remain. Again, my condolences to all. Joe Amorese"
In loving memory of
Kenneth Brongo
July 16, 1955 - October 19, 2019
GREECE - Ken went to heaven joining his mother Theresa Brongo on October 19, 2019. He is survived by his wife Laurie (Knight) Brongo; sons, Jeremy (Graziella) Brongo, Michael (Tina) Brongo, grandchildren, Sofia Brongo, Braden Brongo, Evelyn Brongo Archer Brongo; father, Louis (AnnaMarie) Brongo; siblings, Louis (Angela) Brongo, Stephen (Lois) Brongo, Donna Brongo, Leonard (Lilliana) Brongo, Donald (Charlene) Brongo, Diane (Steven) Joerger, Kevin (Kelly) Brongo; Laurie's sons, Michael TJ Scanlon; Jeremy Michael's mother, Jennifer Downey; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins dear friends.
Ken's life story will be shared during his visitation, Wednesday, October 23rd, 4-8 PM at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 Long Pond Rd.). His funeral service will be celebrated Thursday, October 24th, 10 AM at Calvary Chapel Westside, 2407 S. Union St., Spencerport, immediately followed by his burial in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Spencerport. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Ocular Melanoma Foundation, 1717 K St., NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20006 in Ken's memory.
Ken was born to his parents, Louis Theresa Brongo, July 16, 1955. During his grade school years Ken started showing his adventurous side. He enjoyed pheasant hunting with his brothers and sisters on the family homestead and spending time on the Erie Canal with siblings friends. Ken graduated from Spencerport High School. While there, he was on the wrestling team achieving Monroe County Champion status in 1974.
Ken had a very strong work ethic. At a very early age his entrepreneurial skills started to show themselves. Business's that he eventually founded included Brongo's Backhoe Service, Family Development and K2 Development.
Growing up in a large family Ken always looked forward to the Brongo family reunion's and all holiday's with family. He enjoyed all holiday's where family gathered laughed and enjoyed each other's company.
Ken enjoyed an active outdoor lifestyle. He and Laurie enjoyed spending time on the water boating. Ken along with his sons grandkids also enjoyed: fishing, hunting running heavy equipment. He was a member of the Rochester Bassmaster's Club since the 80's.
He enjoyed, being on a tractor, traveling, horse back riding and spending time on his bass boat.
Ken was active at the Father's House and at Calvary Chapel Westside. While at the Father's House he was a member of the Men's Prayer Group proudly served there as an usher.
He enjoyed listening to new country music. He could regularly be quoted as saying "don't put off to tomorrow what you can do today." He enjoyed watching AQ Football and Florida State Seminoles Football. He had a sweet tooth. Ken loved ice cream, especially chocolate ice cream with fresh strawberries on top.
His personality could best be described as: energetic, having a sense of humor, generous, giving passionate. He will be loved and missed by all who knew him.
Tributes
"To the Brongo Family, My deepest sympathy for your lost with thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. We had great memories at Spencerport HS that will last a lifetime. He was a great wrestler. Al Nucci. class of "75""
"Growing up next to Kenny, Jeremy and Michael is something I will never forget. We had the best times together fishing in all of the ponds, riding 4 wheelers, getting chased by those huge bulls with enormous horns, hunting and kicking people out of the ponds that were illegally fishing!! I even watched Kenny throw a guy in the pond one time that wouldn't leave.!! Never forget all the good times we had on Gillett Rd. Kenny was a great guy that will be missed. My condolences go out to all of the Brongo Family. Anthony Thomas"
"We were fortunate to have Ken build our first home. He was a pleasure to work with and had a wonderful sense of humor. Our heartfelt condolences to the Bongo family."
"We would like to express our deepest sympathy. Please know that the hearts of others are deeply touched by your loss. Take comfort in knowing that our loving Heavenly Father is near to those with a broken heart, and He will sustain you during this difficult time (Psalm 34:18). You have our sincerest condolences."
"Such a terrible loss for all of us. I have so many wonderful memories of Kenny and Ralph together, and I know they're having a wonderful time together now - hunting, fishing and laughing with Tommy! Such a wonderful guy devoted to Laurie and all of his family! My heartfelt condolences to Laurie, Uncle Louie and AnnMarie, Louie, Mike and Jeremy, Louie, Lenny, Steve, Donna, Donald,Diane, Kevin, and all of the family! Love you all."
"M.i.g. Building systems would like to share our condolences to the entire bronco family For there separation of ken. Always had a fun time doing his work. Prayers sent your way."