John H. Bruno Jr.

1933 - 2017

John H. Bruno Jr. obituary, 1933-2017, Slidell, LA

BORN

1933

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.

New Orleans, Louisiana

John Bruno Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 24, 2017.

John H. Bruno, Jr. passed away on August 23, 2017. He was 84 years old. Beloved husband of Sandra Stein Bruno. Preceded in death by his parents John and Virginia Bruno, brother Joseph Bruno, sisters Joan Bruno and Jacqueline Chetta and daughter Kim Otero. Survived by his brother Joel Bruno (Georgana), grandson Armando Otero III, step-children; Troy Scardino, Sean Gil (Rick), Jewel Kirkland, and step-granddaughter Natalie Gil.



Johnny was born in New Orleans. He was a resident of Slidell for the last 14 years. He was a member of IBEW Local 130. Johnny was active in many organizations thru the years including the Knights of Columbus, Contessa Entellina Society, The Italian Federation, Greater New Orleans Cultural Society, St. Lucy’s Society. Johnny was a member of the East Jefferson Italian American Society, where he previously served as President. He was also a member of the Italian American Marching Club, where he previously reined as Caesar. He will be greatly missed by all of those who knew him.



Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 1:00PM. Visitation will begin at 11:00AM until service time. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park.



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August 28, 2017

Martin Hrovat

Eternal rest grant unto him, Oh Lord. And may perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. My deepest sympathies to the Bruno family. From a former member of K of C Council 2732 and Our Lady of Lourdes.

August 27, 2017

Joel, so sorry to hear of your brother John's passing. At a better time call me @504-259-1730.
Carrol & Barbara Richoux

August 26, 2017

V Miller

May God be with the family in y'all time of grief.

August 26, 2017

St Peter, cue the music of Frank, Deano, and Louie; Johnny's marching in with good knees. And he'll be handing out flowers to the ladies and joy all around.

Johnny was so loved. My whole family adored him.

Love to Sandy, Joel, Georgie and all of those who share love for this dear, sweet man.

Ann Carver Robinson

August 26, 2017

Oh Sandy, Jill just told me that our sweet Johnny died. They just found out and told me. So sorry that I didn't find out till after he was buried. I certainly would have been there. I'm shocked. Love, Sylvia

August 26, 2017

V Miller

May God be with the family in y'all time of grief.

August 26, 2017

The officers and members of the Contessa Entellina Society wish to extend our prayers and sympathy to the family of our long time member John H. Bruno, Sr.
May the Society,s Proector, LA VERGINE SANTISSIMA DELLA FAVARA render divine comfort during this time of sorrow.
Lawrence S, Dorsa
Secretary/Treasurer
121 Oakmont Drive
Laplace, Louisiana
985-651-6258

August 26, 2017

Jessica Neilson

Our deepest condolences go out to Ms Sandy and family. Johnny was surrounded by nothing but love. He was such a great man, always charming and in good spirit. When Italians get introduced they immediately become family! God be with you all now and always. Let us know if you all need anything. Love you all xo
- Jessica, Marc & Mary

August 26, 2017

Lynette Bruno

Uncle Johnny was a GREAT man and loved by so many! We will miss him tremendously, but have comfort in knowing he was welcomed by and reunited with his parents, siblings and daughter, Kim. He will ALWAYS be with us in our thoughts and prayers. We Love You!

August 25, 2017

Shane Sambola

Johnny got were a very polite person to myself as my wife you will be greatly missed until we meet again

August 25, 2017

Regina Bertolino

To Ms. Sandy and Family, On behalf of the East Jefferson Italian American Society, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Bruno. We have all missed not seeing you these last few years, but you were not forgotten, but remembered fondly. God be with you all at this time.

August 24, 2017

Tony & Barbara Paschall

So sorry to hear of John's passing. Our prayers are with you, Sandy, and the family.

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