Name: Eugene Thomas "Geno" Bonsignore Life Dates: 11/7/1942 - 1/8/2008 City Of Birth: Rochester, NY Pre-deceased by Geno is predeceased by his parents, Eugene F. Rose Bonsignore and his brother, Gary. Survived by He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan of 37 years; children, David Elizabeth (Aaron) Martin; brother, Roy (Ann Marie); sister, Judie; brothers sister in-law, Fred Stevens, Bill Stevens, Irene (Lloyd) Marlett; nieces, Alicia Bonsignore, Nicole Bonsignore, Debbie Stevens, Karen Marlett; nephews, Mike Stevens, Chris (Jill) Marlett, Craig (Amber) Stevens; and numerous cherished family friends. Geno will always be remembered as an amazing husband and compassionate father. He was a loyal brother who placed his family first and always provided for the ones he loved. His treasured relationships with family, friends and pets will be truly missed. History Eugene "Geno" Bonsignore was the eldest of four children, born to Eugene Rose Bonsignore on November 7, 1942. He grew up on Lambert Drive and was a Greece resident for 65 years. He graduated from John Marshall High School in 1960 and later earned his Associates Degree in Travel Tourism from Monroe Community College (MCC). During his younger years, Geno loved to play baseball, clarinet, work on cars, and hang out with his friends. He was drafted into the U.S. Army on July 14, 1964 and proudly served as a Tank Vehicle Mechanic (MOS: 63C20) for a Howitzer Battery in Germany. Geno received an honorable discharge from Active Duty in 1966 before transitioning to the USAR. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Marksman Rifle Badge. Geno referred to his time in the Army as some of the best years of his life. It was during his Army years that he made a life-long, international friendship with Werner. He later demonstrated his patriotism for the U.S. as the Post Commander for the Eike-Jordan-Bauer American Legion Post #1501 from 1973-1974. Geno married Susan "Stevie" Stevens of Walton, NY in July 1969. During their 37 years of marriage they greatly enjoyed traveling, raising their two children, and spending time with their family, friends, and pets. Geno enjoyed his work as a purchaser for Eastman Kodak and retired after 26 years of service. He later worked as a buyer for Kal Tool and Die for 6 years. Geno Stevie spent many fantastic weekends south of Buffalo at Rainbow Lake Resorts with wonderful friends. They enjoyed many great laughs around the campfire, establishing their "home away from home". Geno felt very fortunate to have such a wonderful group of friends and family surrounding him throughout his life. He especially cherished the times when his family would get together with Roy, Judie, Ann Marie, Alicia, Nicole, Bonno, and Chelsea to celebrate the holidays and share Sunday dinners. Family friends were tremendously important to Geno and he would do anything for those he cared for. Geno will always be remembered as an amazing husband and compassionate father. We will forever miss him, but we take solace in knowing that he will forever be with us in our hearts. Donations Donations in Geno's honor may be made to the American Legion Post 1501, 427 Shorecliff Drive, Rochester, NY 14612 or to the Humane Society at Lollypop Farms, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450(www.lollypop.org). Services BARTOLOMEO PEROTTO Funeral Home, Inc. 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 Long Pond Rd.) where Geno's visitation will be held on Sunday January 13, 2008 from 1-5 PM. All are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Monday at 10 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.