Avelino Alonso
- Sep 6, 2021
- 1 min read
1945 - 2021
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, September 13
9:30 AM
Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church
45 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park, NY
INURNMENT
Holy Rood Cemetery
111 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
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In May, 1984, two Canadian cyclists were an a determined quest to ride their bicycles all the way to New York City in an effort to raise funds, trying to help build a new, much needed Hamilton General Hospital, Ontario, Canada. Upon their arrival, they were greeted by the Canadian Consulate, New York City Port Authority, Hamilton General Hospital representatives, as well as, Mr. Avelino Alonso. It was him who arranged to accommodate the cyclists at his home; feed them and show them around despite of his always busy schedule.
Upon his passing, many of us were unable to pay our last respects at his funeral due to the complex, COVID-19 restrictions. However, two months later, the USA-Canada border was…
Alonso was a Great Man, gifted, hard working, generous and a pleasure to be with.
Avelino mentored me for job and human skills. He invited me for dinner with his family.
He was my teacher and a friend. I miss him
May his soul rest in piece
My sincere condolences to Avelino's family
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My sincerest condolences to the family of Avelino Alonso. Avelino was my mentor as I learned many things from him on the 63rd st connector project, the 1/9 rehab project and East Side Access. Your memory will be eternal. We will always remember you. Rest in Peace my friend.
Gregory Homatas
Mis mas sentidas condolencias a toda la familia.
Oro por su eterno descanso y para que La Paz y el consuelo de Dios los acompañen y les de fortaleza en este momento tan difícil.
QEPD Don Avelino .
Avelino Alonzo is a good man, my mentor learning so many things. Realy sad when I recieved messages from Larry Lim today.
RIP Mr. Alonso my friend I will miss youband remember you all the time.