Antonio Clemente Bonoan Jr. passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 in Staten Island, New York. Antonio, or affectionately known by Tony or Tonying to his family and friends, passed peacefully at home in the company of his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Antonio was born and raised in the Philippines on January 4 1938, son of Dr. Antonio Bonoan Sr. and Vicenta Clemente. He graduated from the University of the East, Philippines with a BA in Accounting. Antonio worked as a CPA and even ventured as an owner of a magazine company in the Philippines. In 1984, he migrated to the United States to pursue the American dream: a better quality of life for his family. After settling in Staten Island, Tony continued his accounting career for 25 years in New York but his most impactful legacy remains his family. He is lovingly survived by his wife of 54 years, Librada Rustia Bonoan, his children: Carlo, Norman, Gary (Sandy), Katrina (Vitaliy), 10 grandchildren: Christian, Patrick, Marcus, Julia, Jason, Nico, Audrey, Miranda, Eva, Hanna, his brother, Dr. Gervasio Bonoan (Dr. Carmen Bonoan) , and his sister-in-law, Maria Marta Sibal Bonoan. Tony was predeceased by his older brother, Ricardo Bonoan, and his eldest son, Albert Bonoan.
Tony was a good man and will forever be remembered for his kindness, selflessness, warm heart, caring nature, loyalty, and his impeccable style. He lived a blessed life that was full of love from his family, extended family, and friends from all over the world. We are comforted that he now joins his beloved son, his family, and dear friends who have passed before him in the Kingdom of Heaven.
*Due to the Covid-19 situation, we will plan a memorial to be held at a later date.
Old Bridge, New Jersey
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25 thoughts on “Antonio Bonoan Jr.”
Heartfelt condolences.Your loss is our loss and our thoughts and prayers will always be there for the family .He will.be sorely missed
Our deepest sympathy to you Ate Baby and children. What I remember most of Kuya Tony is his sense of humor . Sleep in peace Kuya Tony …
ako po ay nakikiramay sa pamilya ng naulila, maraming salamat kuya tony sa lahat ng naitulong mo sa akin dati at iniingatan ko parin hanggang ngaun ung tsinelas at ung polo na binigay mo sa akin, maraming maraming salamat kuya tony
RIP Tito Tony, you are a kind and generous man… say hi to Allan and Buddah for me… Condolences to Tita Baby and the entire Bonoan family.
We will miss you Tony but we know that you are now free of pain and happy in your reunion with your loved ones who were called before you specially Alan. You were such a sweet gentleman who always welcomed us when we came to visit despite weakness and difficulty in breathing. We will remember your kindness and will always be in our prayers. Rest In Peace our friend, we’ll make sure that Baby is alright.
It feels so unreal that you’re not with us anymore. I’m so thankful that I was able to see you these past few days. I feel so much better knowing that you left peacefully and you are no longer in pain. One of the last things you said to me was that you will always be watching over me, and I will never forget that. I will always remember our walks together and when you would babysit all of us. I will miss your laugh and your hugs. Thank you for always taking care of me and walking me to the park whenever I asked you to. I would do anything to go to the park with you one more time. Lolo, I love you so much and I miss you more than anything. You will always be in my heart.
Tita Baby, Carlo, Norman, Gary, Katrina & the whole Bonoan Family:
We are so sorry about Tito Tonying’s passing. He was always kind & welcoming to us, & he will be missed.
Praying for Tito Tonying & sending love to your family,
Michael & Dawn Albano
Yesterday, my Lolo finally reunited with my Dad in heaven. During our last few days together, my Lolo barely had the strength and energy to even speak; yet, after I patted and rubbed his back or massaged his forehead- he still managed to tell me, “thank you,” every time. And, I think that’s a true testament of my Lolo’s selflessness, strength, and kindness. Although, I wish I could’ve drove him to one last appointment or hear one more life lesson, my family & I are at peace knowing he’s not hurting and drinking all the chocolate milk he wants with my Dad. Rest easy, Lolo. We all miss and love you.
May 22nd I lost my Lolo Tony. He was a man of few words, but somehow he made sure you knew he loved you in every interaction. Whether it was driving me to and from school, putting his arm around me while we watched basketball games, or mustering up the energy to have a conversation with me during his sickest days, he never failed to show he cared. I was so lucky to have him in my life, and I hope he knows how happy he made our family everyday. Even though I’m sad he is gone, I’m glad his suffering is over. Im sure he’s in heaven right now with my Tito Alan and Lolo Dante eating everything in sight!
Rest In Peace Lolo. Thank you and I love you.
As a father, he gave nothing but love, encouragement, and support, and I’m forever grateful for this. He was a man of few words and gentle manners but what he said or did spoke volumes. He exemplified so many of the qualities I admire most in a person, but more importantly, in a dad. He was good, loving, devoted, simple, and pure.
God couldn’t have blessed me with a more wonderful father. Dad, thank you for all the love and support you gave and being the greatest example of goodness and integrity. We miss you so much already but are happy you are reunited with Alan. Rest in peace. We love you.
He was an amazing man full of love and kindness for everyone he came across, he will be missed by all. Sending you all my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Lolo, these past few days have been difficult but it has also been easier for all of us knowing that you are not suffering anymore. You are one of the strongest and most loving people I‘ve ever met. Thank you for always trying to come to my games, for babysitting all the cousins and I since the days we were born, and for all the life lessons you taught. I’ll always remember your basketball advice and the importance and depth of your lessons. No matter how tired or weak you were, you always managed to put a smile on your face every time we visited. It seems unreal knowing that I can’t visit you again or just sit on the couch to watch an NBA game, but I know that you’re peaceful now. Although my Lolo was a man of few words, his still managed to make a huge impact on so many lives. He was an unselfish man who also had the kindest heart.
I’ll always miss your stories and our times together and you will forever be missed. Love you, Lolo❤️
So many memories of you to think back on that will always make me smile, most of them involving food and you telling me to try something which I always did. You always had a way of making the people around you smile and that is something that will truly be missed. I’m glad your pain and suffering is finally over. We will miss seeing you at all the family gatherings but I’m comforted to know that you will be watching down on all of us. RIP Tito Tony. We will love and miss you always.
Rest In Peace Ninong Tony….our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family. Who would forget such a nice person like ninong Tony. In their house in Pasig, everyone is welcomed…Allan, Carlo, Norman, Gary and tita Baby will give you something to nibble (chicharon, butong pakwan etc) while chit chatting at the living room, playing darts, or playing pool near the dining room. It’s a bahay aliwan where everybody is happy, including their guests, telling their own funny stories, experiences. My dad would spend long hours at night just talikng to ninong and tita, while i w/ the Bonoan brothers enjoyed playin pool. Ninong has a good taste in fashion…i wouldn’t forget his gift to me…a pair of Florsheim shoes…my first time to own one. I admired how tita Baby showed her unconditional love to ninong…..always caring, giving and forgiving. Thank you for the good memories. God bless.
Love. Arthur and Linda Mejia
All our heartfelt condolences to the Bonoan family. Tito Tonying always treated us like a family growing up with his children, as we would sit around his dining table and eat and drink all the food in the house, always offering more with a smile on his face. He was a great man as he has raised a great family. RIP Tito Tony.
Condolence to the whole Bonoan Family . My father Eliseo Zavala Bonoan from San Nicolas Ilocos Norte, relatives of Barba, Valdez, etc. of San Nicolas I .N. Phil. I live in Honolulu, Hawaii… my whole 10 siblings extend our sincerest sympathy to the whole clan… Our uncle Dr Edesio Bonoan has passed away not too long ago too. Both of them will enjoy happiness in Heaven. Our prayers to you and stay home and safe
My sincere condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing to all those who loved him.
I honestly have no idea what to say right now because I’m truly at a loss of words. My lolo was one of the kindest, sweetest, funniest, and most loving person you could ever meet. Some of our greatest family memories is watching you fall asleep anywhere and hearing you mispronounce a word. He was a man of few words and you could only understand half of the ones he said. He always showed how much he cared through his actions and being there when we needed him most. Always loved to be the best dressed and show off all his expensive brands. In one of our last conversations he was telling me that he hopes he’s alive to see me in college and work hard. Sadly things did not work out this way. You always saw how great we could be no matter what we decided to do. I hope I can make you as proud as I was to be your grandson. I forgive you for leaving me in the car after that accident and thanks for leaving me a brand new Tommy Hilfiger jacket. I wish I could scratch your head or rub lotion over your back one more time even though I hated doing it. I’m sure you listening to Frank Sinatra and drinking all the Yoo-hoo you want as you watch over us. I love you so much Lolo and I miss you already. Say hi to Tito Alan for us.
My deepest and sincere condolences, Uncle Tunying was such a kind and sincere man, he will be missed.
Our condolences to his family.
I knew him since I was in High School. He’s my father’s (the late Dominador L. Bonuan of Lian, Batangas) distant relative (We are the Bonoans that were born and raised as Bonuan in Batangas).
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
My condolence and prayers to the whole family. I didn’t talk to your dad that much over the years other than greet him as Tito Tony. After reading everyone condolences and remembrance of your dad I know he is special person and loved by so many. You are blessed to have a wonderful dad who will be missed. I know he is so proud of you all and was able to enjoy his life to the fullest with all his loved ones as well. Tito Tony RIP.
Love Always,
King, Eida, and Clarissa Ticzon
To our dear friend Tony, may the Good Lord give your soul eternal peace
and a safe resting place with Him.
To your soulmate Baby, sons Carlo, Norman, Gary and daughter Katrina
and their families, our prayers for God’s comfort are with them during
this trying time.
Tito Tonying comes across as a happy, friendly, gentle, and caring person who encouraged, comforted, and brought the best out of you. He will be sorely missed. May the Risen Jesus welcome him into His kingdom.
Our sincerest condolences to Tita Baby, cousins, and the rest of the Bonoan Family.
Piet, Nidz, and Chiara
Tony you will be greatly missed so and never forgotten. You are so kind hearted and the way you make us laugh is so special. I know you are in heaven so when I need something I’ll ask you to intercede for me. I will cherish the pictures of us together. The rest of my family also share my thoughts
Rest In Peace Tito Tony,
From the day I first came into your home, you welcomed me like I was family. It’s hard to believe how much time has passed since those days in 1986 on Jefferson Avenue. You were always kind and happy to see your children enjoying life. I honestly can’t remember if you ever yelled or said a bad thing. And I know Albert and is gave you many reasons to yell back then.
As a father, I can only imagine the pain you experienced losing your son. But God has a plan and that plan was Albert getting your place ready in Heaven.
May God bless and keep you.