Obituary of Verna J. Bruno

Verna J. Bruno Niagara Falls, NY – Whitesboro, NY- Brockport, NY Verna J. Bruno, age 77, of Brockport, NY, formerly a long-time resident of Whitesboro NY and Niagara Falls, NY passed away at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY on February 25, 2020. This was Verna’s second courageous, but brief, battle against breast cancer. She was fortunate to be surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing. Verna was born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY. Verna married the love of her life, Thomas A. Bruno in 1963. The couple moved to Whitesboro NY where they raised their 3 children. Verna spent 40 years in Whitesboro before moving to Brockport 12 years ago to live with her son and his family. Verna was a devoted and loving mother. She was a proud grandmother of her 9 grandchildren. Verna loved holidays and family get-togethers; any chance to spend time with her family was important to her. Verna loved to read and cook. She had a great sense of humor. Verna was also known for her feistiness and “did it her way.” She will be missed by all that knew and loved her. Verna was the beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Bruno, daughter of the late Joseph and Eva Conti, and brother of the late Joseph Conti. Verna is survived by her children Dr. Kathleen (Dr. Vance) Vanier, Sean (Maggie) Bruno, Tom (Jamie) Bruno, grandchildren Vonn and Xander Vanier, Thomas, Bella, Nicholas and Eva Bruno, Noah, Dylan and Chase Bruno, sisters Christina Conti, Kathy (John) Zankowski, brothers Dennis (Patti) Conti, Sam (Elaine) Conti, sister-in-law Irene Conti, many nieces, nephews and other loving family members. The family wishes to convey their deepest gratitude to Unity Hospital staff and Hospice for the outstanding care they provided for Verna and her family. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.