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Dr. John R. Vona, Jr.

1935 - 2024

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Al, Karen and the Salem family planted 5 trees in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Sunday, March 31, 2024

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Our memories of Dr. Vona are some of our fondest. He was blessed to have such a wonderful family and a beautiful life. Our condolences to all.

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Anonymous planted 25 trees in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Sandy (& the Vona family): With love and hugs - you remain in our thoughts... Kerry, Leigh, Karen, Del, Christine, and Katherine

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Stacy Morrell posted a condolence

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Dr. Vona was an amazing dentist and he took such pride in caring for his patients. I took his passing very hard as I was his dental assistant for 10+ years at TRC. I learned so much about dentistry from him and many values about life. He would always ask how my kiddos were. He had the biggest heart. I already miss his stories and lots of laughs. He had some great stories! He would always bring us muffins from Tim Hortons and even brought glady and I a cake for dental assistant week! I wish I could have talked with him one more time. My heart goes out to the Vona family. I will miss you dearly Dr. V. See you on the other side. ~your dental assistant Stacy ❤️

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Chris and Nancy Jimenez planted a tree in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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We are so sorry for your loss and hope the memories of your dad help heal your sorrow at this time.

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Barbara vona Gangi posted a condolence

Sunday, March 24, 2024

So very sorry to hear about my cousin John's passing. He was the kindest man and loved to talk to d talked about us mom cousins about the Vona family he grew up with in n tonawanda. I remember when he drove my sister my mom and I streedown ganson street making us laugh about grandma vona stories He went to the hospital to see my sister who had cancer and he always asked me about my husband's illness and my family. I was talking about him a few weeks ago to someone and Saud I've got to give him a call Sadly a week later ge passed away and I was shocked and so sorry I didn't call him. Aunt Ruth and uncle Johnny jojn Carlo and Janet were all close to our family. He will be deeply missed.

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David Vona posted a condolence

Thursday, March 21, 2024

I will certainly miss our occasional talks on the phone. Cousin John had an extraordinary memory of so many family events and stories of the colorful life along Oliver St in NT, and the adventures of working at the North Tonawanda Paper Mill. He shared many of these and we had some good laughs . He was truly a modern Renaissance Man gifted in many area. When going through some of my father’s keepsakes not to long ago I noticed he had kept news articles about John pitching for UB’s baseball team. It made him proud to see his nephew excelling in college. John was a special man and will be missed by many.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Pat and I extend our sincere condolences on the passing of Doc Vona. He was a real gentlemen and a pleasure to be with both on and off the golf course. Enjoyed his stories concerning friendly rivalries between the North Tonawanda Lumberjacks and the Tonawanda Warriors. He will be missed but his spirit survives in those whose lives he touched.

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Kate McKay posted a condolence

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

John Vona joined the New Horizons Band on the first day of its existence 20 years ago. He was a WONDERFUL musician! He played with one of the sweetest alto saxophone tones I've ever heard, and he always played with style - so much style!!! A lot of strong musicians overpower others with their ego. Not John. He smiled, played beautifully, and he always wanted the best for the group. He'd often stop by my podium on his way out of rehearsal to ask about a part of the music, comment on the great day, and share his winning smile. I missed John when he retired from our band, and I'm so sad that his light is no longer with us. I add my personal condolences to those of the entire New Horizons Band of WNY membership. Thanks for the beautifully musical memories . . . Kate McKay, NHBWNY Director

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Butler County Educational Service Center purchased flowers

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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Richard Montesanti posted a condolence

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

John , get a pickup basketball game together with Corky and Denny, I’ll be up shortly to join you. Don’t get “pistol Pete" he always hogs the ball. I'll miss our giggle phone calls. Richie Montesanti

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Monday, March 18, 2024

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In loving memory The Remzi family, Janet, Kerim, Kelly & Tim.

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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Monday, March 18, 2024

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In loving memory The Remzi family, Janet, Kerim, Kelly & Tim.

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Lindsay, Michael, Michelle, Dave, Carla, Jack, Janice, David, Kerrie, Chris & Melanie purchased flowers

Monday, March 18, 2024

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Lindsay, Michael, Michelle, Dave, Carla, Jack, Janice, David, Kerrie, Chris & Melanie

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Dearest Sandy and Vona Family, Your Florida family is sending love and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your wonderful father. Prayers

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Lindsay, Michael, Michelle, Dave, Carla, Jack, Janice, David, Kerrie, Chris & Melanie planted a tree in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Monday, March 18, 2024

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Dearest Sandy and Vona Family, Your Florida family is sending love and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your wonderful father. Prayers

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chris warning posted a condolence

Monday, March 18, 2024

What a man, loved seeing him at TCCC, always a joy to talk to, always interested in what you were doing. He will be missed.

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

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Sandy, Randy and Samantha, so sorry to hear about your Dads/Grandfathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

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Janet Remzi posted a condolence

Sunday, March 17, 2024

I will miss you Big Brother. Phone conversations solving all the world problems, Birthday cards with a dollar enclosed.,and the strolls down memory lane. Love you will miss you.

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Barbara Vona Gangi posted a condolence

Sunday, March 17, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear of my beloved cousin Johnny was always a joy to see whenever family got together.hid humor a d stories about grandma Vona always kept me laughing. He was a loving caring man a d I'll always miss him Barbara Vona Gangi

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Holly and Julia purchased flowers

Sunday, March 17, 2024

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We are sorry for your loss! Sending our condolences and prayers for comfort and peace.

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Holly and Julia planted a tree in memory of Dr. John Vona, Jr.

Sunday, March 17, 2024

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We are sorry for your loss! Sending our condolences and prayers for comfort and peace.

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Kate and John Fitzgerald purchased flowers

Sunday, March 17, 2024

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Kate and John Fitzgerald

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Sending love and prayers to the Vona family. Love Kate and John Fitzgerald ( friends of Sandy and Randy)

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Frank Needham posted a condolence

Sunday, March 17, 2024

I met John when he sat down next to me with his saxophone in the New Horizons band. He had the most beautiful tone and was a fine musician, especially enjoying the jazz band and Saxtette. In the last few years, we would meet occasionally for coffee and I learned about his early years as an athlete and as a jazz player in various bars and saloons along in the area. Knowing him enriched my life and I will miss him.

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Carole Robek posted a condolence

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Will miss our talks and memories we shared❤️. Love you forever Johnny!

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Saturday, March 16, 2024

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