"Are heart are heavy today, we just heard the news about Buzz..He was one of the first people we meet when we moved to Georgia..very kind hearted man...my son will cherish the guacamole recipe you taught him. and the stories you shared with us..May you rest in Peace my friend...you will sadly be missed..Love Paul, Angie & Family"
In loving memory of
John A. "Buzz" Cundari
August 31, 1954 - February 13, 2016
John A. (Buzz) Cundari, 61 of Davie, Florida passed away February 13, 2016. He was born August 31, 1954 in Ossining, New York, the son of Charles A. and Jean E. (Ingham) Cundari.
Buzz enjoyed hunting and football and was a avid fan of the Miami Dolphins. He was our master Chef and prepared dozens of diners, desserts and parties full of laughter and fun for friends and special occasions.
He was currently living and working on an estate in Reinbeck, NY.
Buzz appeared in several movies. His friends are from all over the United States. He has maintained close friendships with classmates from Hawthorne, NY during his early years.
Buzz also served in the United States Marine Corp on Paris Island, SC and Camp Pendleton, CA.
Buzz had many hobbies and interests. He had a heart of gold and contributed to several charities. Buzz gave a lot of his time, energy and craftsmanship to the Weston YMCA for several years. He loved Mary Ellyn's 5 sons and helped guide them through the years. He was a good son and a good brother to Chip.
Buzz was a Man's Man, a true gentleman who woke up every day saying "I am happy."
Buzz is survived by his father and step-mother, Charles and Shirley Cundari; fiancé, Mary Ellyn Lashbrook; brother, Robert "Chip" Cundari; aunt, Rose Patane; uncle, Joseph Cundari (Janet); extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and one brother, Charles Cundari, Jr.
Visitation is 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2016, at Fred Hunter's University Drive Home, 2401 South University Drive, Davie. The Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, 1301 SW 136th Avenue; Davie with the Rev. Fr. Edmond Prendergast officiating. Military Honors will be rendered by the United States Marine Corps.
Life celebration and lunch will be held following the service at Lago Mar Country Club
In lieu of flowers, contributions given in memory of John can be directed to St. Jude Childen's Research Hospital. https://www.stjude.org/
Tributes
"Buzzy,You were the teammate with the golden personality"
"It was an honor to have been introduced to Buzz through my good friend Ricky Depallo. For many years I was happy to have friends like Buzz his brothers Chip and Chuck. We worked together in construction having a great little business and every day my greatest thing to look forward to was picking Buzz up getting coffee at the 7-11 and heading out to another fun and adventurous day, day after day. Buzz was talented in so many ways and to be his friend you could bet that if he liked you he'd have your back and never a bad word about anyone. He told everything the way it was and if you complained or shared negativity Buzz's best saying bro there's always the alternative. My best memory probably was when he had an airplane named after his Mom and after having cocktails at the Runway Bar at North Sperry Airport he asked me if and the rest of us would you like to go flying. Buzz was always up for a good time and this day was no different. We boarded the plane and he said to his pilot turn on the warning signs. No smoking, fasten your seatbelt well you know that didn't happen. We all lit up a cigarette, no seat belts, and we opened our Bud Lights. The pilot came on the intercom to report he was having problems with #1 engine and we had to descend. I said great first ride on the plane and we're going to crash. No worries though we lived to see the next day. I can never remember one bad day shared with Buzz. He brought care, love, warmth and a presence of hope for another tomorrow. You are gone Buzz and over the last few years I've been ill yet not a day went by that I didn't think of the times we shared together, I will never let a day pass by without a thought and prayer for a fellow serviceman, a man of integrity, a caring man, and most of all a true friend who could be counted on for his word and charitable and sharing nature. I have so much more I could write and say yet the most important thing I would like to share is that never will I forget you Buzz and know that you were loved, appreciated and RIP until I get to be with you again and relight our friendship with a cold Bud Light and know that until that day I will cherish the memories so many that I was fortunate to share here with you. I am so sad as well as so many of your friends and family are at losing such a special man and friend. God Bless you and forever may your soul RIP."
"Buzzy I will always remember your smile and kind heart RIP my friend Kathy Young from Hawthorne"
"What a shock to learn of Buzzy's passing this morning. We attended Holy Rosary School, Hawthorne, NY, and Westlake High School, Thornwood, NY together. Thinking of him, I am always reminded of lots of laughter, joking around and smiles. I am sad to think of this world without him. My prayers are with you all in this grievous time! Love to you!"
"I have so many happy and fun memories of you. Your 21st surprise birthday at our house with your Mom,she was so proud of her boys!!, weekends at Fire Island with everyone sleeping all over the place and our kids trying to walk among all the sleeping teenagers, Cooking for you and Bobby and Chuck at my house when I returned from work and you were waiting with food for me to make, coming home one evening and you meeting me at the door and dragging me by the arm into the bedroom, pushing me onto the bed to show me the mirrors you helped Ed put on the ceilng. You were like a big Teddy Bear. Chuck dressed up like Santa and coming with you to my house for my kids on Christmas Eve. You were special, loving, considerate and I enjoyed spending time with you. RIP - you will be missed by so many. Thoughts and prayers are with you, Chip and your Family."
"Thank you for generously moving me at the last minute, hanging my pictures, coming to my rescue with Mary Ellyn after the dog fight, and building me the special bird house that I will always cherish. I'm going to miss your carrot cake, it was the best ever!"
" Biggest heart and The one you always wanted to be around because there was so much laughter. Great teammate.. Buzzy next time I hear " let's go to the veranda" I will have one for you and Chuck. Our hearts go out to his family"
"Buzz I will always remember opening day of deer season when I found you in the woods,sitting on a rock with a chunk of pepperoni in your mouth and a cigar in your hand and reading the Post at the same time ! You did it your way my brother, and I will never forget how hard we laughed when you told me you shot a buck while smoking that cigar ! RIP my friend."
"Mary Ellyn, I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Buzz's passing. I have fond memories of his cheesecake!!! "
"Some of the best memories I will keep were made with you my friend."
"Thanks for all of the laughter! See you at the KIng's Table.... Shelley"
"The last 17 years have been a gift to me. Thank you for everything you are and did for me and the boys. I love you. Love always, Your Mare."
"Hey old friend... RIP.... "
"Memories just flooding my brain.....RIP my childhood partner in crime"
"My sincere condolences to Charles and Shirley, Mary Ellyn, Chip and to all of John's family."