Buono, Nick

Nov 30, 1920 - Aug 24, 2010 Our beloved Father, Grand-father
and Great-Grandfather passed away on August 24, 2010. Nick is
preceded in death by his wife Angelina. Nick was born in San
Diego, CA on November 30, 1920. He graduated from San Diego
High in 1939. He served in the U.S. Army from August 1942
through January 1946. In 1944 he married the love of his life,
Angelina Binetti. Along with his brothers and sisters he owned
and operated Buono's Market located at 30th Street and
Imperial Avenue in San Diego. Nick enjoyed playing golf and was
treasurer of the Italian-American Golf Assoc. for 25 years. After
retiring in 1980 Nick and Angie enjoyed traveling and went on
13 Cruises around the world. He enjoyed family gatherings and
spending time with his friends. We will miss his joyful spirit,
bright smile, big heart and his quick wit. He will be dearly
missed. Nick is survived by his son John, daughter in law
Pauline, grand-daughter Michele (Dan) Ingram, great-
granddaughter Gianna, grandson John (Amy), sister Clara
Hendrick and many nieces and nephews. Viewing is August 31st
at Merkley- Mitchell Mortuary, 3655 5th Ave., San Diego, 4 to 8
p.m. Mass and Burial, September 1st, at Holy Cross Catholic
Cemetery, 4470 Hilltop Dr., San Diego. at 10 a.m.

Published in San Diego Union-Tribune on August 30, 2010