Theresa (Materano) Bruno

Angelina 'Theresa' Bruno

was born October 15, 1934 to Anthony and Vera Materano.

She lived in Union Beach in her youth where she was raised with her 4 siblings. Theresa attended St. Ann's

 and graduated from Keyport High School.

Theresa went on to marry Rudy Bruno, whom she met downtown Keyport,

and they celebrated almost 60 years of marriage together.

Theresa always looked at life with her glass half full. Smiles

and gentle words came naturally from her, she led

a spirit filled life.

She was a devout

Catholic and belonged to St, Joseph's parish where she

attended church regularly with her husband Rudy.

Theresa and Rudy had three children,

Brenda,Donna and Rudy. As a mother,Theresa was very selfless, always giving and

incredibly loving. Her joy in life was her family. 

She is survived by her children Donna Bruno of Holmdel,Rudy Bruno and his wife Ericka of Rumson, seven grandchildren

Emily Conlon,Adrienne White,Natalie Bruno,Estelle Bruno,Jonathan Bruno,Ava Bruno and

Miles Bruno. Also sister-in-law Lucy Brown and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by

her husband Rudy and daughter Brenda.

A bright star has dimmed in our lives and Theresa will be very sadly missed. She will always be in our hearts

as the incredibly wonderful mother and person she was.

Gathering will be Saturday May 5, 2018 8:30am at Day Funeral Home 361 Maple Place, Keyport, NJ 07735 followed by a 9:30am Mass at St. Joseph's RC Church, Keyport and entombment at St. Joseph's Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer Foundation in memory of Rudy and Theresa Bruno.

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