Fred Abbondi Jr., 92, of West Grove, died Wednesday, May 22, at the Pocopson Home. He was the husband of Sunday DiFilippo Abbondi, who died in 2010, and with whom he shared 61 years of marriage
Born in Masserano, Italy, he was the son of the late Fred Abbondi Sr. and the late Angeline Gatti Abbondi. He came to the United States from Italy when he was 9 years old.
He was a self employed Mushroom Grower. After retiring from growing mushrooms, he was a parimutual ticket cashier at Delaware, Brandywine and Liberty Bell parks.
Fred served his country in the US Army, stationed in Okinawa, during WWII. He was a lifetime member of the Swayne, Campbell, Testa VFW Post 5467 and a member St. Patrick’s Church, both in Kennett Square.
He was an avid golfer, enjoyed fishing and collected antique golf clubs, Indian artifacts and many other items. Fred also grew and trained Bonsai for 50 years, sometimes having over 30 trees.
He is survived by one son, Richard Abbondi and his partner, Sandi Leone of West Grove; one daughter, Carol Danaher and her husband Bill of Roseville, Calif.; one grandson, Sean Danaher and many nieces and nephews.
You are invited to visit with Fred’s family and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 30, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street in Kennett Square. His funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Kennett Square.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com
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