Bono, Fred John, passed away on December 4th, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Fred was born in 1924 in Westchester County NY, son of Paul and Grace Bono. He was pre-deceased by the love of his life, his wife, Edna Bono.

Fred is survived by his five children Andrea Cohen (Larry) of Wappingers Falls, NY, John "Buzz" Bono (Laura) of Beacon, NY, Paul Bono (Sharon) of Dennis, MA, Peter Bono (Becky) of Medford, NJ and Laurie Bono Swayze (Jonathon) of Yarmouth, MA.

He also leaves his seven grandchildren, John "Jamie" Bono, Nicholas Bono, Jillian Bono Kelly, Kristin Bono Phillips, Joseph Bono, Peter Bono and Michael Bono. In addition, he is survived by four great-grandchildren.

Fred was a graduate of Iona College where he received his degree in accounting and earned his CPA designation. He was a partner in Mamaroneck Tire & Accessory Corporation for 30 years.

Fred and his wife Edna raised their family in Rye, NY, and later moved to Norwalk, CT, where they docked their treasured boat, "The Carrie B." Fred was a licensed boat Captain and Flotilla Commander of both the Rye and Norwalk Coast Guard Auxiliaries. It was on the Carrie B. where Fred proudly led the escort for the Tall Ships to the Statue of Liberty, during the Bicentennial of 1976.

In 1989 Fred and Edna permanently relocated to their home on St. George Island, Florida. Fred continued to pursue his passion for golf, being particularly proud of his two holes-in-one. He was very active in the St. George Volunteer Fire Department where he gave his time and friendship as their accountant and serving on the Board of Directors.

In 2014, Fred moved to Dennis, MA, where he made his home with his son and daughter in law.

Fred was the eternal optimist and made friends with all who crossed his path, being an inspiration to many.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Beacon Hospice of Cape Cod, Dr. Jennifer Patten and all the Caregivers who came through the door, for their extreme outreach and care. Of particular note is the knowledge, support and friendship of his nurse, Cindy Green.

As we say good-bye to Fred, and celebrate all that he was, we would like to remember the saying that he spoke daily….."One Day at a Time".