A. Paul Bruno
June 18, 1929 - August 16, 2012
A. Paul Bruno
Together at Last
June 18, 1929 – August 16, 2012
Retired Brigadier General America Paul Bruno passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and close friends. He was born on June 18, 1929 in Verona, Pennsylvania. He was the youngest son of seven children born to Angelina (Tirre) and Guytano Bruno, Italian immigrants who named him "America" in honor of the adopted country they were so proud of.
Paul's life exemplified the American dream. When he was only five years old, his father, who worked in a steel mill, passed away. With the breadwinner gone, the family of seven moved into a tiny two-bedroom home and struggled to make ends meet. Young Paul pitched in by setting pins in a bowling alley and caddying at the local golf course where he learned to play and love the game.
He attended North Carolina State University on a football scholarship, but transferred to Memphis State University after he met and eloped with the one and only love of his life, Jean (Brown). At Memphis, he played fullback and received his Air Force ROTC commission as a distinguished graduate. He made his career in the military, rising steadily through the ranks (he was Captain America for a time) and retiring as a Brigadier General. He was Vice Commander of the Ogden Air Logistics Center at Hill Air Force Base, Utah and his career culminated as Commander of the International Logistics Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
After retirement, Paul and Jean returned to Utah and for the next twenty years he and his two sons worked together in a family business. He made good use of his abilities as a scratch golfer and fondly remembered playing against Arnold Palmer in high school. He adored his wife Jean, his children and grandchildren, and friends in every corner of the globe ~ especially the Silver Supper Club members who can still hear him singing, "Amore."
Paul is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Tony and Bill; sisters Frances, Mary Grace (Crossey) and Millie (Haywood); and his beloved wife. He is survived by his brother Armand; sons Paul (Michelle) and William (Nina); grandchildren Christina, Christopher, Ahna and Halley; and nieces and nephews across the country. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the wonderful staff of Garden Terrace and to the VA for their outstanding care and support.
A wake will be held on Monday, August 20 at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South. 900 East, Salt Lake City from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Holladay, Utah on Tuesday, August 21 at 11:00 a.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Utah.
In Loving Memory
Our family to yours: We have been honored to know and enjoy your parents, Paul and Jean. They will stay always in our hearts.
Ken Shifrar Family
Salt Lake City, Ut
He was a true Super Hero. Spidey says so. Anne and I wish you all the best knowing how many great memories A.Paul left all the people he crossed paths with. A real gentle soul that made you feel "at ease" around him. Hang in there Paul, Bill and family. We love you.
JP and Anne Menese
Atlanta, GA
My Friend Paul Bruno's Dad passed away last Thursday. He was one of the nicest People I've ever met. I'm sorry I never got to meet Paul's Mom. She died very soon after I met Paul. I must say that the Wake, Funeral Mass, Interment Graveside Service and Reception following was one of the nicest I've ever attended. I don't enjoy going to Funeral Services, but when they are done with such Love and Care ... one must give Credit and Admire Paul Bruno, Michelle Bruno, His Brother Bill and Wife Nina and Ahna, Haley and the other Children and Friends and Relatives that all pitched in to make celebrating Captain America's Life a wonderful event I am sure Paul's Parents would have been very Proud of. The Graveside Service included an Air Force Honor Guard, that performed FULL Military Honors. I missed My Dad's Service at Arlington Cemetary because I had to stay in Malta and help tie up loose ends with My Mother and other Sister, My Older Sister Joyce was in Wash DC to take care of this Service in the US. So while this Ceremony was very emotional on its own. it had even greater emotions for Me, since I missed this Ceremony for My Dad.
Joe Dayney
Salt lake City, Ut
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. General Bruno was truly a special person. We enjoyed our association with him professionally and socially, via Hill AFB and LSI, and of course --golf.
Bob & Gail Carlson
Sun City West, Az
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Cy's passing is a sad day Cy Ferenchak is one of the quiet Special Forces prolassionefs that made a huge difference in Latin America in the 1980s and 1990s. Cy's important work not only supported the Foreign Policy of the United States, but also helped the people of Latin America reform their own governments to be more efficient and humane. Important work well done. Rest in Peace, brave soldier, your work is done in this world.
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