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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, July 30, 2005
Hey Dad, it's been over a month since we've last been able to speak to you. But it still feels like it was only yesterday. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I thought you'd like to know, that your deck is almost done. Just a few finishing touches and it will be completed. We'll be around to sit out with Mom so you don't have to worry. No-one will enjoy it as much as you i'm sure. By the way, i've been reading a few of your old books that you had packed away. ""How to Make Friends and Influence People"" was one of them. How ironic, I never realized just how many friends you had. I should be so lucky. Well, i'm going to go now, but you know i'll never stop talking to you. I love you and i'll talk to you soon. David
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Sunday, July 10, 2005
I will always remember how Bernie had the entire house lite up so mom & I wouldn't miss it late at night as a stop over before going to Roni & Ang's for the grad. party. He made sure the next day that we would be in the right direction to continue our trip the next day - after a HUGE breakfast. It won't be the same when we next visit. I will miss him very much. Bernie was a very loving man. My deepest sympathy to Mary Ann and all of his family. Love, Bobbie
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 30, 2005
ub...although i was only recently gifted by having you in my life, i still feel blessed to cherish that gift. through all of this i have had two resounding thoughts. first, i am so thankful for your wonderful acceptance. instantly i felt like part of your family, without reserve or judgement. secondly, i am, and will always continue to be in awe of your unbelievable relationship with aunt mimi. the love you shared while together was palpable, and always so evident in your eyes. your souls were meant to be together...and together they will always be. i hope that i am blessed with love as strong as yours and aunt mimi's. thank you for being such an influence in so many people's lives, you have taught people how to live...and love.rest well, eileen
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Monday, June 27, 2005
Bernie, This will be my last letter to you. 48 years ago we started our loving relationship writing letters to each other every day. You writing from Virginia, and me from Binghamton. If you didn't have time to write a letter it was at least a card. But, we kept in touch every single day and also by phone. We kept those letters all these years. Just a few months ago we were reminiscing and reading through the letters we wrote to each other before they were thrown out when we were moving. We have such beautiful memories and were very blessed with our marriage and our loving children, their spouses and grandchildren. I always told everyone that asked about my husband that he was so kind, giving, generous, and loving -- he was one in a MILLION!!! Bernie, my only regret is that we didn't have time to say good-bye. It all happened so fast - - - and that isn't usually the way you do things - - not quite that fast. Well now I have to do all the work that you left undone, so I won't be able to spend as much time talking to you for a while. Please help me so that I can do things the way you would have done them. Bernie I have to go now so I can finish the work that I thought you would be doing all summer. Make sure that you save a place for me. All my Love, MaryAnn. P.S. You probably left in such a hurry so you wouldn't have to buy me a Birthday present. Bye Sweetie
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Sunday, June 26, 2005
Bernie was much more than a real estate agent. Over the years that my house was for sale we met many times and he became a friend. He always had time to talk and to share stories about his family. He was so proud of MaryAnne, the children, and his grandchildren. Bernie will be sadly missed. Thanks, Bernie, for selling my house before you left for heaven!
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Sunday, June 26, 2005
Hi Sr! It's Jr. I'm crying right now and I only wrote 4 words! I can't tell you how many people told me how much I look like you. ""Oh my God...you look just like Bernie"" I am Bernie...Bernie Jr., or ""Baby Bernie as Aunt Di would call me until I was 25 or so. Do you remember how many times you said to me ""say what"" when mom would call ""Bern?"" Then she would say...""no not you... your father!"" We both knew who she wanted, but we probably did that 1000 times. Sometimes I think it's why you gave me your name. So you could drive mom crazy! I couldn't believe how many people had a story to tell about how you had touched their life in some way or another. One of my best memories as an adult, was coming home for a special occasion, like one of our weddings or the kids birthdays and sitting around that wobbly dining room table (that you tried to tighten the legs on 100 times) and tell stories and laugh until we were practically in tears! You taught us to laugh. When I was young, you took me everywhere with you. And you always would get me french fries from McDonalds before dinner and say to me...""don't tell your mother or she'll get mad at me."" I guess you also taught me to tell little white lies as long as they were harmless! I'll never forget when you took me to Curry's Cafeteria and bought me a dish of jello and when we sat down at the table, you poured some heavy cream on it and said ""try it now. It's good this way!"" I think I cried, but I wish I ate it instead. I'm pretty sure it didn't go to waste! We laughed about it on Father's Day that I finally forgave you for it. I'll always remember the day you gave me a pretend spanking behind the house. Mom was mad at me for something (I'm sure I was innocent) I got to you before she did and gave you my side of the story before she could taint it with hers. Then you went inside and I waited outside for the verdict. When you came back out, I thought for sure I was going to get a spanking, but you told me to pretend that I was getting one so it would sound good for mom. I guess in a way, you taught me to act a little that day. Father called you Doc at your funeral. He said it meant teacher. I'm not sure he knew how right he was. Isn't it funny how memories are made and what we choose to remember? I can't remember how many freezers we moved in those U-Hauls you used to rent. Get the ""Toe Joe...hurry up and put the bar under the freezer."" We actually used to move those heavy freezers like the Egyptians used to build pyramids. Sorry about tearing up your front yard with the go-cart, and thanks for letting me keep all the animals and junk I brought home. The snomobile, pick-up truck, turning Snookies Dog house into a duck house. And yes...Freedom my horse. How surprised you and mom must have been to get that call from the stable. In hind-sight, I wasn't too smart to plaster my name and phone number on the stall door when I hadn't told my parents that I bought a horse. Oh well, live and learn. Thanks for buying me that firebird. You liked to tell the story about how I never thought she would take your low-ball offer and how surprised I was when she did. I did get my share of speeding tickets in that car. I'll make sure I don't get Scott or Greg such a fast car. You told Scott that you predict that he'll have a ticket within 6 months after having his license. He said he's going to prove you wrong! I'm glad you had a chance to go for a ride with him. I'm also glad you were able to make a few more memories with the boys when Margaret and I were at a trade show. They'll never ever forget that you ordered a sub with ""the works."" Especially when the manager called back to verify the order. I used to be a little embarassed by you in my grade school and high school years. I think the turning point for me when I realized that there's no sense worrying about being embarassed by your antics was when Mark & Bob came home from Delhi for the weekend, and when we were on the car ride back, they both told me what great parents I had, and how welcome and comfortable you both made them feel. I remember thinking to myself...I guess they were right. You and mom were a pretty good catch. Thanks for writing to me at Delhi, even though sometimes it was only a sentence or two. At the time, I was more interested in getting the check for $10 you sent. Later, the little notes you sent meant a lot more than the money ever could. I took the blender you gave me when we were cleaning out the house on Salina Street to get fixed and they called ma and said it's not worth fixing and that I could just get a new blender. ""Not like this one"" I said. I had it fixed and we'll make many more milk shakes with it. I should have made one for you on Father's Day. I know you would have been happy to see that old blender in action. But dad, I have no regrets about the things I could-a, would-a, should-a done, because we did a lot together. There was never a shortage of love. Not ever! I'll always be prouud to say I'm a chip off the old block...I'm Bernie Jr. Rest in Pease dad.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, June 25, 2005
Being the youngest of ALL the kids, I was never allowed to do what everyone else did. On the days that I was not able to go, UB would always help me find somthing to do. First he would try to coax my mother to let me go(never worked) then it was a walk to the barn for ice cream, then down to the basement to find the latest and great toys. I usually just sat on the porch or played w/ toys from the toy shelf in the kitchen. But UB always made sure I had somthing to do. I will never forget the way he would call Aunt Mimi through the house "Hay Mar" and the way he would tease Nana starting w/ "Ma". His smile, snorting laugh, and even the way he chewed his gum are all vivid memories of The great Bernie Puglisi that I will never forget. My deapest sympathies to Aunt Mimi and All the kids I will always remember UB this way. If any of you need any thing EVER I am only a phone call away and I will drive to the end of the earth for any of my familyAll My Love A.J.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, June 25, 2005
Bernie was a kind and thoughtful person his entire life. When our son was born, 56 years ago, Bernie was only 19. He came to visit the new baby and brought a gift of a blue baby blanket he had chosen and purchased himself! We were so impressed with the kindness of such a young man, that we never forgot it. But Bernie is part of our family, always a loving family, and this is only one of many, many stories that speak to his wonderful personality. Bernie was much-loved and will be much-missed! Our love and sympathies to his wife and family. Joe & Eleanor D'Urso Vestal, NY
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, June 25, 2005
parents aren't supposed to bury their children. although you are not my blood son, i could not have loved you more if you were. you never treated me like 'the mother-in-law, always respectful and caring and loving. you never once made me feel like the burden i feel i am to you and mary ann. your visits always brightened my day. i never had to worry because i knew you and mary ann were always near, even when my hip broke and i spent the night on the cellar floor i was not worried, i knew you would be there soon. bernie, i can't tell you how much i apreciate all you have done for me, i can't imagine what i would've done without you. you have a great heart and a great spirit that will live on in all of us. thank you from the bottom of my heart for being so kind and loving to my daughter for the past 47 years. it has been an honor and a privilege to have you in my family. i will keep you in my thoughts and prayers forever.thank you bernie, rest well,mom
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Bernie,you left us to soon and to quick, but thats what God wanted,I wish I had said this before but of course you say I'll do it tomorrow or the next time I see Bernie , the next time isn't going to be so here goes, THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART for all the good times and for helping my kids when needed and for all the fun vacations they had with you and Mare and your kids,you were a very special UNCLE and BROTHER-IN-LAW..
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Dear Dad,I have spent the past several days since you passed away thinking about all the good times I have had since I have been a part of the Puglisi family. There has always been so much laughter and joking and you were such a big part of that. My boys loved you so much and whenever we talked about you, they always had a funny and endearing story to tell. I am so glad they got to know you so well. I am especially grateful you spent time with them in March when Bernie and I went to Puerto Rico. Those are memories that are so special. I will miss hearing your voice and seeing you when we come to visit Mom. The house just won't be the same without you. When I look at Bernie, Scott and Greg, I see a part of you in all of them. I will miss you. Love, Margaret
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Dad,I love you with all my heart and always will.......These are the words that I spoke at your funeral as I paid tribute to your beautiful life. I was honored and proud to deliver your eulogy. I felt the strength of the Holy Spirit with me and your hand resting gently upon my shoulder. Thank you for teaching how to do what needs to be done, even under the most difficult circumstances. I have always turned to you for advice - some of which I followed and some of which I did not. I always turned to you for strength in difficult and confusing times. I will still do that and you will hear me speak to you in prayer. Please answer me and guide me from the heavens. I want to live a life modeled after yours. I want to see you again - in heaven. I don't plan on joining you for awhile so you have some work to do with me here on earth. Thank you for your love and support. Here are the words of tribute:When I went to bed on Tuesday night the whole idea of Dad's passing seemed like a dream - or more like a nightmare. I tossed and turned all night and couldn't make sense of this sudden loss. I found myself looking over at the clock on the nightstand and thought about the significance of time and how precious it is to all of us. At some point during the night, I noticed Dad's broken watch resting beside the clock. I reached over, slipped the watch onto my arm and began to think about the time we all had with Dad. Dad was a loving husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. Most people know him for owning Puglisi Real Estate, but dads' pre-real estate career was in the ice cream business. When we were young, we were the envy of the neighborhood because we were the first to try root beer and banana popsicles or a new fangled frozen ice cream on a stick. Our family and friends were the test market. We loved being the test market and Dad loved to eat that ice cream as much as he enjoyed selling it. When we were kids, we would often play down the street from our home at Meachum School. Dad had an unorthodox way of calling us home for dinner. He wouldn't walk or drive down the street to get us... .no, he would blow one of those big plastic horns to call us home. He used to buy the horns in Wildwood, N.J. each year on our family vacation.We had a habit of bringing animals home to live with us without parental approval. Those that were sick, Dad tried to nurse back to health by feeding them with eyedroppers. We had fish and mice and birds and salamanders and gerbils and hamsters and dogs and ducks and even a horse. Not enough time here to go into that story... ... Through it all we learned to care for all of God's creatures and to be gentle and kind. Dad continued working with animals even after we all moved out. He considered himself to be a great squirrel hunter. He trapped the squirrels and released them "in the country", generally taking a grandson along for the experience. When we were young, Dad had us convinced that you could fall off of your bike, cut 50% of your exposed skin and he could heal you with mercurochrome. He would cover our wounds with the magical orange medicine that stained your skin for days, give us few words of advice and encouragement and send us on our way feeling much better. Dad taught us about work ethic and responsibility by being a great example. He made many sacrifices and worked two jobs because he wanted us to go to Catholic schools. When we were young, he helped us get a paper route and got up with us every Sunday morning and helped us deliver our newspapers. Then he took us to Green Hills for donuts and would buy bologna so we could feed the dogs that used to follow us on the route. He taught us all to drive (and Aunt Di, too). He has worked hard all of his life and expected nothing but the best from each one of his children. He got angry when we lied, came home late or made excuses for our actions. He loved us and always wanted us to be safe, happy, responsible, and successful. When we were at the house making arrangements for the services, we got a call from the Greater Syracuse Board of Realtors to see if Dad would be interested in serving on a professional ethics board. I mention this because Dad was dedicated to his career and he was still selling real estate until the day he died. About 6 months ago, we moved mom and dad into a new house and they still haven't sold their house at 5722 S. Salina Street. Dad, we know you love to sell real estate. Is it possible to sell one last house... ..and can you do it from heaven?Dad had his own unique sense of style. It was easy to see dad in a crowd because he was probably wearing his bright orange hat or one of his three bright purple sweaters. He would tell his grandchildren that he was Barney. And, under that sweater or sweater vest, in his left chest shirt pocket, he had more stuff than mom could fit in her purse. It wasn't unusual to find him carrying his cell phone, pens, pencils, notepaper, a calculator and cigars in that one shirt pocket. Dad was always bringing home treasures like old lamps, air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines a?" you name it, he probably dragged it home at one time or another! All of these treasures were things left behind in houses he sold. He loved his collections of "stuff". Then, at least one or two times a year, he would have a garage sale... but he never had them in the garage. He always said... "I don't want people going through my garage", so he'd have them on the front porch or under one of Joe's tents on the front yard. Dad loved his front porch... . He sat in that old blue rocking chair (I'm pretty sure it was one of the treasures he brought home) and watched the traffic go by on Salina Street. He would sit out there for hours with mom and they would talk and read the newspaper. He used to say he was "relaxing on the front porch". Dad wouldn't pass up a good meal. He loved to eat, particularly Italian food. Every year he made his homemade Minestrone soup and would share it with others. Dad always loved big family parties! Even when we were young he would invite neighbors, friends and an occasional stranger to spend time with our family. He made everyone feel welcome when they came to the house. Dad loved his family and friends and couldn't pass up a good joke or a chance to laugh and have some fun. He will truly be missed.It is a blessing that God didn't make Dad suffer but he took him before we could say thank you for all the loving and crazy and wonderful things he did for all of us. Dad, I don't know how angels spend their time, but we still need you to support us, guide us, and protect us just as you did when you were here with us.We're glad that God let us have you for one last Father's Day. I'd like to read the following Prayer for Father's. This was read at church this past weekend when Dad was in Rochester. We think Dad may have nodded off and missed it, so we want him to hear it now. Our Father who art in Heaven I am a father on earth.You have given me this gift and responsibility. Grant me the wisdom to carry it out.Let my fatherhood be one of encouragement and support, not of expectations and control.Let me protect my children, but not too much; advise them but not too little.Let me respect them as individuals, not as extensions of myself.Let me be honest about my feelings toward them- including my anger, disappointment, hurt, excitement, joy and love.Let me be firm without dominating them.Let me be there for them when they need me and get out of their way when they don't.Let me offer them the roots of belonging and the wings of freedom.Help me Father in heaven, to be a good father on earth.Dad... you were a great father and you'll always be our father, only now you'll be another Father in heaven. As I clutch this broken timepiece, I know that we weren't ready for God to take Dad yet, and certainly not so suddenly. But God knew it was time for him to rest in eternal peace. There is a reason God took Dad so quickly. His life and his passing were a part of a Master Plan. I think God and Dad want to send us a message. I think the message is to live each day as though it were your last day on earth. Love your family deeply, forgive those that need to be forgiven, be tender with the elderly and needy, laugh with the children, be passionate about your life's work and what God has called you to do. Live without regret. Dad is urging us from the heavens to learn these lessons and live them every day. I'm sure he would say, go ahead and put a napkin around your neck and eat a big bowl of pasta. Unbutton the top button of your pants if it is more comfortable. (Boy, those last two examples were annoying ways to see Dad living out the Master Plan.) But he didn't care... ... .None of us had a chance to say our formal goodbyes to Dad. We didn't know this was going to happen so suddenly. We must all be comfortable knowing that the last time we were with him, was a part of the Master plan. I thank God for giving us such a wonderful man to help us learn about life a?" right up until the moment of his surprising death. We all knew he was a special man and held a special place in each of our hearts. Right now our hearts are broken but our spirits will remain strong.The last time I saw Dad was on Father's Day. The last time he spoke to me he said, "Goodbye, babe." On behalf of all of your beloved family and friends, it is time to say, "Goodbye, Dad. We love you and will miss you."With all my love,Roni
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Dad, I don't think I ever told you how much it meant to me each time you called to check on me and the kids when Joe was out of town. You'd ask if I needed any help with the boys or if you could pick something up for us at the store. I wish I had said thank you more often or took you up on your offer to help, so that you would have felt needed. I get so wrapped up in my life with the kids that I forget to acknowledge the ones who care about me. You are very special to us, Dad. I'm sorry if I never told you. I love you. Noele
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Rainbow BridgeJust this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember then in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from you heart.Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together.........and so goes for people too.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
"U.B." i am so sad that i was unable to attend your funeral. i am very sick with a kidney stone and infection, even as i type(hey, i guess i don't have to change the fonts now) i have a fever of 102.3 and it hurts. but it hurts more that i feel like i wasn't there for you. i have done nothing but think about you all week, starting sunday at nana's when she made tapiocca and said 'eat as much as you want but save some for bernie--he loves it' i hope you got some. let me tell you how bittersweet it was to clean your house on salina st. i am happy about the "little house" being easier to keep up and navigate but all the best memories were in the other 2 houses. summer vacations, the ice cream coolers. i remember thinkimg how lucky your kids were to have that much ice cream allllllll the time. then there was saving pop tops for suburban park-which no longer exists and most recently were our lunches together at 'danzeres' i love that place, the food was superb, i know i told you i liked that brown beer, but i really didn't like it. you were so excited to have me try it that i felt bad to say i hated it. the most special thiing about those lunches was the conversation. it came easily and flowed smoothly and we each said one thing about ourselves that the other didn't know. i have done some reprehensible things in my life and must now pay the price, we talked about that too. i am so glad we got to be so close and i thank both you and aunt mimi for standing by me in a nonjudgemental was and supporting me over the years, especially the past 2 years. you are remarkable people who's love for each other was evident. you will be saddly missed 'U.B.' but there is a master plan for each of us and the universe truely is unfolding as it should, we are simply along for the ride.and now U.B. you can run to your car with the vision of a nightowl, full feeling in your feet and hands, you can bend and put your shoes on without trouble and throw away all those boxes and boxes of pills you won't need them there. see there is a cure for everything it's called eternity.i will always remember the last time i saw you, you were sitting just inside the garage doors on connifer and had been "going through papers for hours" we brought over the last load from salina st. however the bag you took to go over was no smaller than when you took it. i know how you love to sit outside and suspected that the scenery was much more appealling that those papers from the 1960's/ i suggested if you were just looking at them now, you might as well just toss them,and you said 'yeah, i probably should but i'm sure i won't.well U.B., i guess i'll sign off now. i hope you taught aunt mimi to use at least the email on the computer, it is so much easier than snail mail. they say that it's not the destination that counts, it's the journey and if you look all around you now, look at the things that surround you, that made up your life i'm sure your destination is a great one because the journey is so full. i love you and miss you already, maybe if it's not to hard for aunt mimi, she will take me to danzer's for lunch one day and we'll sit in our spot by the bathroom and ask for extra napkins and shove them in our shirts and still make our clothes a mess, and we'll laugh at the things you did and said---those things that made you you.'forever'mimips did i ever tell how talented i thought you were with your emails being a combo of upper and lower case and how the case changed several times in one word even? aMAzInG!
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, June 24, 2005
Dad, I'm sorry I didn't get to see you on Fathers Day. I know from talking to you Sunday night you had a great time visiting with Roni and Bernie and their families. You told me about your in-depth conversation with Scott, and how you took him driving, or rather how he took you driving(and you actually stayed awake). I told you I was on vacation this week, and that I'd be down to take you to lunch. You loved your lunches with your family. Today we had lunch after your service, and all 3 of your boys tucked our napkins into our shirt collars in your honor. I even wore a short sleave dress shirt under my suit. I hope you liked that touch. I can't stop thinking about how I walked into the hospital and said to the emergency room nurse ""hi, I'm here to see my Dad again"". Only to find that you were already gone. I never had the chance to take you to lunch. I never had the chance to say goodbye. But most importantly, I never had the chance to thank you. Thank you for being my hero growing up. Thank you for teaching me how to ride a bike and drive a car. Thank you for not letting me quit my paper route, even if it meant I had to deliver them after all of my after school activities were done. Thank you for making me get a job the day I was old enough to work, even tough it was the day you finally let me quit my paper route. Thank you for never losing faith in me all the times that I know I let you down. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. I guess I could probably go on and on, but I'll leave the rest for another time, and another place. Thank you for all that you have done and all that you have taught me. Don't worry about mom, or Roni, Bernie, Joe, or me we will be strong together and for each other. You have taught us how to be a family, and that is something we will all cherish forever. I love you, and miss you, but I will never forget you. Thank you God for giving us Dad. Love you always and forever. David
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
It's hard to believe that you have left us. We will all miss you very much and I know that some things will never be the same. They will go on, but won't be the same. I believe the toast at Christmas dinner will be the hardest, but it will go on. And I'm sure they'll still have the ziti. It will go on. So will birthdays, First Communions, recitals , graduations, weddings, and all the celebrations that you enjoyed so much because they brought your family together. They will go on. Thanks for all you taught me. I remember the morning you taught me how to make home fries with lots of butter, onions, and leftover potatoes from dinner the night before. I still make them the same way for Roni, Brittany, and Morgan. You taught how to relax by sitting on the front porch and listening to one of your "modern" radios, turning it at just the right angle so you could pick up "The Bruce Williams Show". I know you tried to teach me about real estate, but sorry I never did quite get it. So thanks for teaching me about home fries, Bruce Williams, and real estate. But what I really learned from these times was much more important. I learned how important it was to share meals with your family, especially on Sunday morning. I learned to relax and listen, and to enjoy a conversation about just about anything. While I didn't learn real estate, I did learn that no matter what career you are in, it's more important how you treat people than what you sell them, teach them, or do for them. These things I will never forget. Finally, there are times that I come home with a few treasures from a garage sale or spill some sauce on my shirt. I'm reminded by my family that I'm a little like you. I take that as a compliment. I only hope that I can be a bit more like you ... . a loving husband, father, father-in law, and friend. Things won't be the same, but they will go on.Your "favorite and only" son-in-law,Phil
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
From what is now the distant past of my childhood I can still recall as if only yesterday the Special Cousin who shares with me my father's name. Although our visits have been few because of the ""Puglisi diaspora"", he was always, and will remain in my memory, that young, funny, energetic Special Cousin I remember from years ago on Conklin Avenue. Although at my age I find his passing as much frightening as sad, I recall the first words to the world of John Paul II: ""Be not afraid"", and with such words I seek to console and encourage Mary Ann, his children, his grand children, and, of course, my remaining, Cousins and their wonderful families.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
Uncle Bernie:I will always remember the projects you let boys do, like re-roofing the chicken coop. It actually worked for years! I never felt like any of us lacked for anything at any time; we always felt rich with our families. Our two families are actually closer than most; we share the same relatives, ALL the same folks. I always looked forward to spending time in Syracuse. Dogs, newspapers, ice cream, squirrels, I grew up with you. You may be gone, but I will always treasure that part of my boyhood that defines who I am today. Mike
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
We are so sorry, He will be missed by so many but never forgoten!!!
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
To Grandpa With LoveTo our grandpaWith lots of love,Now you can watch us From up above.Here's a poem From us to you, Filled with memoriesAnd happy times too!Remember whenYou used to make,Those deliciousChocolate shakes?You used to sit In that big brown chair,Waiting for grandchildrenJust to scare.At the field daysWe'd ride and ride,Then eat pizzaSide by side.Catching squirrelsWas hard you know,Then drive to the countryTo let them go.Now it's our timeTo let you go,And like the squirrelsIt's hard you know.You're the best grandpaThis we bet,These are thingsWe'll never forget!By: Brittany and Morgan
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2005
I REMEMBER UNCLE BERNIE IUSE TO HELP HIM LOAD AND UNLOAD HIS ICE CDEAM TRUCKS.I WILL MISS HIM,AND I WILL PRAY FOR HIM, THE LORD WILL BE WITH HIM AND ALL THE FAMILY.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
I will always remember the huge family reunions, either in Vestal - in our field with the party tents, or in Syracuse on South Salina Street. My fondest memory is helping Bernie Sr, Bernie Jr, and David deliver papers out of the back of the Station Wagon while the dogs Barnie and Clarence were barking, and following us all the way home. I will never forget you Uncle Bernie - all my love to you and the family...
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Joe,I was saddened when I read of your Father's passing. In our conversations you often spoke of him and I know how close you were.Knowing he wasn't in the best of health ,I hope he finally has eternal peace. My profound sympathy to you and your family.Herb Cohen
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
UB,I know I already lit a candle, but over the past few days, I've been thinking about you a lot and all the fun times we had with you. I don't know if I ever thanked you for help when I lived in Syracuse for that short time. If it weren't for you and Anut Mimi the time would have been even shorter. It was comforting to know that I could come over to your house any time and just hang out and earn extra cash by painting your apartments. I'll always remember all the ice cream that you brought us when you came to town and just the visits when you would drop by and scare the crap out of me when when you would stop by and I'd still be in bed and hear someone down stairs. But then I'd get up and we'd sit and have coffee and chat. Those memories are forever with me. And by the way, I do forgive you for leaving me at the riding stables, when all the older cousins got to ride horses and I could only sit and play with the dog and you left me there. Don't ask how I got back there but the nice girl got me there. UB you were always my favorite uncle and I'll miss you.Love, Richie
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Dear Uncle Bernie, You were a great uncle in two ways. Although you were my uncle you were my second grandfather. You were always funny where ever you were. It could be the worst thing and you could make it better.You are gone away from us now and it breaks my heart that your not here. One day I will see you again at those big pearly gates.I miss you alot and will never forget you.Goodbye for now great Uncle Bernie i'll never keep you out of my prayers.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Friday night was a blessing which we will always remember. Thanks for your friendship and insights. ..sorry for forgetting the cookies! Our love and support goes out to the whole puglisi clan.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
thanks for picking up all of the parts that i needed for fixing cutters, bush hogs,etc. from black and decker. thank you so much for taking such great care of my mom- (your mother -in-law)all the time. i will miss you! tony
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Although you have left us, it was a pleasure to see you and speak with you on June 18, 2005, at Gregory's recital. I am sure you enjoyed the program even though you cat-napped a little. May God bless you and take care of you. I am sure he will.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
We are so sorry for your lost. Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Dear Dad,It is hard to believe we aregoing to pay tribute to youtoday. Words cannot expressthe sorrow I feel. You werea great father-in-law. I loved to listen to the stories you told about your children. I thank you forgiving me one of your sons.You have so many good qualities and your childrenwill carry them on. I lovebeing a part of a close family. I am so glad Nicoleis able to grow up in sucha loving and caring family.You are always funny and gave good advice to keep David in line. He is a goodhusband and father. Youtaught him to work hard andprovide for his family. Youalso taught him to be strongand comforting. He has manyof your fine qualities. Helikes to joke around likeyou. Dave is just a kid atheart like you. Don't worryI will be here for Dave andtake care of him. We willmake sure to take care ofMom so you don't have to worry. We are sorry we missed you for father's day.You spent it in Rochester.Dave was happy he talked youthat night but wishes he wasable to see you like everyone else. I hope youknow we all love and willmiss you terribly. I amsorry you are not going to be able to enjoy your deckon your new home. We allknow how much you love tosit outside. We will comedown and sit with Mom and talk about great times wehad with you when the deckis finished. I know Nicolewill miss your joking aroundand teasing. Although itdid take her awhile to getused to that. She willalso miss waking you up whenyou use to baby sit her.She has your love for icecream. She is a true Puglisi. Well Dad I haveto say good-bye for now.I have a part of you with meeveryday in David. I loveyou and will miss you.Love always, Patty
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Dear Roni,Wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your mom and brothers. Its tough right now but with each day, the pain will ease. Please give my condolences to the rest of the family.Jane
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Even though we had never met,we can see how special you must have been ,because of the lessons you had passed on to your son Joe...he's a great guy & we are honored to know him & Noele
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Dear Grandpa, I miss you very much. I also believe that you can see this letter because since I love you so much I have to believe that you went to heaven. You lived your life well and that's all I can ask from you. I know that you told everyone about that conversation about faith and God we had at dinner on Father's Day. It is tough to believe that seeing you on Father's Day, and you being able to tell everyone about the Conversation on God is all just a great coincidence. In some ways I think you might have passed away because you either wanted to prove Scott wrong, you wanted to find out for yourself, or you believed it was your time to go. There are some things in this world that I will never forget that you have left me with. There are so many memories and lessons I have learned. Although you have died young, you left so much of your wisdom here with us, and I hope you bring that wisdom wherever you are going now. I remember all the times that we caught squirrels and released them to the wild, and every time you let me ride on the box in the tractor. These mamories are forever living and will never be forgotten. I want you to know that I am still going to continue to play saxophone and I want you to listen because I think you will love the songs I will play. I hope I will see you again and I will continue to pray for you. Love your Grandson, Greg
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Well dad, here I am at 2:50 in the morning sitting at my computer like many other sleepless nights I have just like you. It's kind of weird how I used to be up at 2 or 3 in the morning and started working on my computer and in would pop an e-mail from you. It was like you knew I was up or something. I never did get back to you when you e-mailed me about Emmett's house. Don't worry, I will make sure everything gets done right. Dont worry about the green house either, I'll take care of it.Yes, I'll take care of my mother too. and whatever else needs to be taken care of. I will do the best that I can. You know I will. Everything will probably get done late, but it will get done.I wanted to log onto this site and see what wonderful things others had to say about you and figured I may as well e-mail you like I did before . I knew you always thought you were such a stitch! I think the impact you had on others was even greater than I imagined. I think evryone always knew you were a great man with endless great qualities. You were my best friend.Thanks for putting up with me all those years working side by side with me-I don't know how you did it-as pig headed as I am sometimes. You know I loved you so much. Anyone who took you to lunch as many times as I did, has to love you. You loved your lunches and always seemed to have some to take home too(sometimes in a take out container and sometimes on your sweater or sometimes both)I am glad we went to lunch on Friday just before you left for Rochester and I am glad we went to the men's club meeting on Monday night when you got back. We did those two things together all the time. You knew you were leaving me but just couldn't tell me huh? That's why we did those things one last time. I suppose they were all part of what Roni called the Master plan.When I go to lunch, I will always make sure that I eat only homemade soup, no canned stuff! See if they have any computer classes in heaven-you could use one.I know that you loved to tell people about your dad when he introduced you as his son that has 3 boys. Believe me dad, I am so proud to be your son and my sons will carry on your name with pride and they will not forget you. I often tell them, this is how grampa taught me or this is what grampa said to do.It is so funny when I hear Noele say--"Do you want me to call daddy in here" or "I'm gonna tell daddy" I think of you immediately.You can imagine with my four boys, I hear that allot. They know that means trouble-when they hear those words. They either listen or deal with me-big bad daddy! Of coarse, it reminds me of mom saying-"wait until your father gets home" If we heard those words, we usually knew we crossed the line. Most of the time those words were not directed at me because I was your innocent baby but I sure do remember mom saying those words allot to Roni, Bernie and David. There are so many gifts that you have given me, I promise to pass them on to the boys. I know you heard him but, Brett told me that doing the garage sale with you is better than with me. I think I know why- you always got him the happy meal and I didn't! I am glad Brett and Jake had the chance to partake in some of your famous "garage sales"-or as Brett once said(Grampas having a junk sale). I am also happy that you did have some time to spend with Kyle over the past few months. You told me that he would hardly shut up-well, he is already voicing his opinion(like you). As far as talking so much, I don't know, maybe he got that from mom.I will be sure to have more garage sales with the boys and you will always be there. I may drop the prices a little bit though. You always thought that your junk(I mean valuables) were worth quite a bit. This may be the last e-mail I send you dad, and I know you will get it but we will talk many more times-you can be sure of it. Bye the way, my appointment on Tuesday at Sam Dells to get the air conditioner fixed in Noele's car was at 8am. You got up a little early that day, and knowing you,on your way to the hospital, you probably thought about not being able to meet me there like we had planned on Monday night.I know that you already know this too but it is going to be about 95 degrees on Friday. We'll deal with it or should I say "sweat it out". One thing you always told me is that you play the hand you're dealt. This part of the "Master plan" will be hot! I suppose I could write you for another few hours but that's not usually how we e-mailed each other. Usually our e-mails were short and to the point-with allot of mis-spelled words and lower case letters where upper case ones should be in yours. But I always got the messages and knew what you meant. I do have to admit, your e-mails were much better than my Chinese buddy Champ's!I am lighting this candle dad, so that your light will shine brightly within me for the rest of my life. I promise you, it will never go out and it will never fade. Where ever I go, you will come too. Stay with me dad because I need you now. Save me a seat in heaven and we'll "do lunch"! I can't wait to see you again.Your son with four boys,Joeyp.s.-Tell uncle Dick I said hi!
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
I will always remember the week vacation in the summertime when I was a little girl and the fun I always had with Uncle Bernie. You were taken away so suddenly and no time to say good-bye, you will be missed so much. To Aunt MiMi & my cousins you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Love to all,Deb
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Grandpa, It is quite unfortunate that you are gone in body, but you are not gone in spirit. I still feel your presence around me through all of the happy memories in the past 16 years I have known you. I remember back to when we would catch squirrels or talk on the radio in the Lincoln Towncar, and it puts me back as if you were right here with me. You were always good to Greg and I and all of your grandchildren and we all love you very much. If there is a heaven I'm sure you're sitting up there, and if there is I guess you finally know for sure, and I can only wait to live my life and eventually find out. If you talk to God put in a good word for me and I'll see what I can do about changin my church habits and attitude. Maybe there's hope for me yet. I'll miss you very much but you passed away leaving me with memories that show you lived the way you wanted to. People tried to tell you what to do and how to do it, but most of the time you didn't listen. If you wanted to eat a big plate of chicken parmesan, you did, and I admire that. I feel you lived a happy life and enjoyed most everything there is to enjoy in life. I will never forget you and I will love you forever. Your loving grandson, Scott
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Hi Mary Ann.so sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time of your life Josie and Keith
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Dave,Losing a parent is one of the most emotional things that can happen to you. Know that in time loving and happy memories of your father him will keep him with you forever. You will never lose what he taught you.Terry
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
thank you for being a devoted brother and for helping to raise me. thank you too for the dinners when i was at cortland college and for slipping me spending money. love, jo-ann
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Dave,I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My prayers are with you and your family.Denise
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Dear Puglisi family,In deepest sympathy for the loss of Uncle Bernie. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.Susan Kalinich-Fabian and Timothy Fabian Jr.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
uncle bernie dont't tell anyone in heaven but my real name is paul! you will be missed very much by our family. we love you. the beaches
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
I just wanted to say,that I got to know Bernie the last few years at his son Davids Family functions which we always have lots of laughs and so much Fun.Bernie was always very funny.He had the best Stories around the Dinner Table.He never made me feel awkward,actually I'm always welcomed like a member of the family.And I know it's not because of the creampuffs I always made exspecially for him.Well I was planning to have them for him at the 4th of July Party,but I hope there is a good Baker up in Heaven,because Bernie likes his Treats.He will be very missed,not just by me,but by many I'm sure. Fondly Ela&sons
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Bernie we will always remember the good times when the kids were small.Rest in peace Dear brother-in-law
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
In my thoughts and prayers. He was a great man and I will truly miss him.Love,Rich, Evan and Connor
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
In Loving Memory of Bernie Puglisi: Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, but we have you in our hearts. Love, Don, Bobbie, Carol, Susan,Brenda,Lori&families.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
you were the most loving, caring, thoughtful brother anyone could wish for. thank you for teaching me how to drive. your gas tank was always on empty but never your heart. i will miss you. love, dian
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Bernie Jr. called me today and gave me the news. I would like to extend my families deepest sympathy for your loss of Bernie Sr. I really enjoyed his sense of Humor and wit. He was genuine and didn't seem to worry about just being himself.I guess I'll forgive him for making Bernie Jr. go home after breaking a window at Greeley's service station with a snowball, when we where about 12 years old, on a night we had big at my plans at my house. He didn't do it on purpose, it was a snowball that just got away from him.Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with your family. He will be missed.Sincerely, Rich Hyland and family
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
I saw Bernie Monday Night at the Valley Men's Club Meeting. I can not believehe is gone. I will miss him. Blessings for his family.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
To my godmother Roni,I just wanted to send my condolences for you loss. I can still remember being brought down to your parents house around Christmas time to visit. Your father was always welcoming and always had something funny to say. Both my mother and father always spoke fondly of your family and this is truly a sad loss; he will be missed for sure.Love,Ashley
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
you will be greatly missed by all who knew you. thank you for the wedding toast and all of the wonderful childhood memories. you were the best godfather and uncle.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
To Mary Ann and family, my thoughts and prayers to you and family, Bernie was a great man, i always enjoyed talking with him, he always made me laugh,and i loved the stories he would tell me, he will truly be missed,
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Roni, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Please give your family my sympathies and know that your Victor High School family is thinking of you.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Mary Ann, we offer our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. We also share in the sorrow you all feel at the loss of a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. I will always remember Bernie as he was during our school years, and regret that I did not see him Father' Day when he was nearby. Bernie was a kind and good friend.Love, Phil and Kim
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Our heartfelt thoughts feelings and prayers are with you and yours at this time.May God's mercy,love,comfort and peace be with you.And to you Bernie:"" Well done good and faithfull servant.""
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Mrs.P, RONI & FAMILY - I have known your family for most of my life. From St. James to Bishop Ludden to our wedding and the births of my children, hanging out at your house on Salina St. Mr. P waking us up on Sunday morning to get to the diner to work. Also, standing in as proxy for Ashleys baptism. Calling Jay to fix a toilet for his tenants, beeping and waving to Mr. P as I drove by the front porch while he smoked his cigar and read the paper, helping him at his office on Salina St. and calling on the phone to get directions to Virginia Beach. All the special occasions under Joeys tents in the back yard. I always felt at home when I came to the house. He was so proud of his children and their accomplishments, and always had a story to tell me about the grand-children. You were all so lucky to have such a great dad and I know that he'll be missed very much.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
you are all in my thoughts and heart at this most difficult time. i love you all and will miss you U.B.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Puglisi's are what family is all about. Thanks for all the holiday get togethers. It was awesome having all of you to grow up with. I loved coming to Syracuse and always eating ice cream at your house. I'll also never forget that cigar smell!! Love you.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to yourfamily from CHALK TEAM REALTY. Our paths crossed over the years with Bernie's and we always respected him as a person and as a professional. He will be missed!
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
You are in our thoughts and prayers dear friends. We hope that all the family will remember all the good times that were shared by all.God Bless the Puglisi Family always
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