FORGIONE, Bernardo

FORGIONE, Bernardo

Born in Pietrelcina, Prov. Benevento, Italy on 7 May 1935

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on 27 August 2023

Aged 88 years

Dearly loved and devoted husband of Daria

Loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Madeline and Steve, Tina and Peter, Rossana and Nick

Proud, loved and adored Nonno of Simonne and Luke, Maddison, Anthony Ben, Marcus and Ava

Beloved son of Nicola and Maddalena and son-in-law of Nicola and Vicentina Terone (all dec)

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Pellegrino (dec) and Paolina, Cosimo and Giulia (dec), Filomena and Sergio (dec), Antonio and Angelina

Loving brother-in-law of Rita and Mario Cardone, Mario and Grazia Terone

Dearly loved and remembered by all his nieces, nephews, family and friends in Australia, Italy and USA

Bernardo, grazie per aver trascorso 60 anni felici insieme a me. Abbiamo avuto la fortuna di avere tre figlie che abbiamo cresciuto secondo i nostri valori e la nostra fede e so che saranno sempre li ad aiutarmi. Mi mancherai tantissimo e ti amero per sempre. Con tutto il mio amore, Daria♡

To our beautiful Papa ‘Capitano’ your radiant smile and blue eyes are etched in our memories. You not only stood as our protector, champion and wise confidant but also opened your arms to our husbands, embracing them as your own sons. A man of humility and remarkable gifts, you found joy in helping others, seeking no accolades. You felt most proud when sitting at the head of the table at family gatherings, sharing food, wine and stories. Your faith in God, La Madonna and Padre Pio instilled in us the value of prayer, respect, compassion and generosity. Having you in our lives was an absolute joy, privilege and honour. Ciao Papa, always in our hearts ♡

Madeline, Steve, Tina, Peter, Rossana and Nick xxx

Nonno Ben you were wise, funny and kind, living each day dedicated to us. From school pick-ups, apple peeling, mixing lemonade with homemade wine, dance floor antics to profound guidance and advice, you sat at the head of the table and graced us. You were so proud of us and we will continue to embody the values you have instilled within us, especially the significance of togetherness within our family, something that you valued so dearly. We promise to make you proud, even in your absence. We love you Nonno ♡

Simonne and Luke, Maddison, Anthony Ben, Marcus and Ava xxx

Riposa in Pace