Dr. Anthony Buemi, of North Haven passed away on March 3, 2016 at the Masonicare Health Center in Wallingford after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was the husband of the late Louise Marchitto Buemi. Born in New Haven on July 4, 1926, son of the late Salvatore and Marie Corvino Buemi. Anthony received his Bachelor’s Degree from UCONN and his Doctor of Podiatry from Long Island University. He practiced Podiatry for 53 years in North Haven and was well known for his house calls. Anthony proudly served his country in World War II, with the 20th Infantry Regiment, Company C. He earned the Bronze Star and Purple Heart in the Battle of Luzon in the Philippines. He enjoyed golf, model trains and ships, painting, fishing and making crab sauce. He was an enthusiastic fan of UCONN basketball, but his greatest pleasure was spending time with his family, especially the weekly Thursday night dinners. Loving father of Mary LoPresti of Hamden, Michael Buemi (Sharon McGourn) and Sally J. Buemi, both of North Haven. Beloved grandfather of Michael LoPresti, Anthony M. Buemi, Marie Hopperstad (Thomas) and Stephen LoPresti. Also survived by his great-grandson, Zachary Hopperstad. Brother of the late Marie Bartolini. Anthony is also survived by his best friend, his dog, Daisy.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery with full military honors. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal Haven, 89 Mill Road, North Haven, CT 06473.
Anthony and I were born only a few days apart, were in the same high school class, were in the army and served in the Luzon area (altho not together) and were classmates in the University of Pennsylvania dental school for one or two years. We got along particularly well in those ancient days, occcasionally bumped into each other more recently. His calm and friendly demeanor was a joy I will miss.
My sincere condolences.
Harvey Cedarbaum DDS
It is such a great honour to be part of the WONDERFUL BUEMI FAMILY❣
DR. ANTHONY BUEMI became my very special ???????? Friend, we were both gardening enthusiasts.
I will always remember him – GOD BLESS DR. BUEMI????✝
We offer our deepest sympathies to Sally and her family. We hope you can find comfort in knowing your loved one is at peace and in the arms of those that passed before him. We thank him for his service to our country, we must be mindful of their sacrifices. God Bless