Carmela Buglione

Carmela R. Buglione (nee Stanco), age 73 of Boynton Beach, FL and formerly of North Haledon and Woodland Park, died on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. She had retired to Boynton Beach in 2013, for the warm weather and to be near the beach.

Her parents chose to name her “Carmela” when she was born on July 16, the day that the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is celebrated. Carmela was a devoted Roman Catholic herself, having attended St. Paul’s RC Church in Prospect Park, NJ for many years, and more recently she attended St. Vincent Ferrer RC Church in Delray Beach, Florida. To family and longtime friends she was also affectionately known as: “Lina.”  She was the devoted daughter of Pasquale and Dora (who pre-deceased her), and had an exceptional relationship with her Mother – who she loved dearly.

Carmela was a supremely dedicate mother, and she worked tirelessly raising her three sons. She taught them to be good people, charitable, and to give back to society. When it came to their education, Carmela motivated her sons to push themselves and she never accepted anything less than their best. She wasn’t bashful, never lost an argument and would call her kids out if they were cutting any corners at school. She was a tough task-master, but it was all borne out of love for her sons. She encouraged them in their athletic endeavors, college pursuits, and careers. She was their biggest fan, and greatest inspiration. Of course, all three of her sons would have been happier if she hadn’t made them pick weeds from the landscaping, or vacuum - so often! Her sons were keenly aware of how much she enjoyed spending time at the beach and for her 70th birthday, they surprised her with a wonderful vacation to Point Pleasant Beach, which she enjoyed beyond words.

Carmela was a wonderful hostess and often had an ‘open house’ for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. Her cooking was exceptional as well, and she was very gifted in this area. She could cook an incredible meal from scratch, often without a written recipe, relying on her taste and feel as she put the meal together.  Friday nights were reserved for her homemade pizza, and Sunday Dinners were always special - which always included influences from her beloved Mother’s cooking.

She could also be described as a world class shopper, who was always on the hunt for an incredible bargain, and had a knack for giving very thoughtful/special gifts for all occasions.

Carmela especially loved being a grandmother to her three grandchildren, and she enjoyed a very special bond with each of them. They all call her “Nonna,” and they adored her as much as she adored them! They played board games and loved doing puzzles together. It didn’t matter if they were together ‘in-person,’ FaceTime, or just talking on the phone, Carmela made the moments magical and she spoiled each of them! They will all miss her dearly.

Carmela was the loving and devoted wife of Carmine for forty-four years. Sadly, Carmine died suddenly in 2013 and Carmela was heartbroken. Yet she remained very strong and independent for her family.  Thereafter, she joined a Widow’s Ministry through her Church in Boynton Beach, and also participated in other widow’s groups and ladies clubs.  Where she made new friendships and created a strong social network, but she truly missed her husband. As a strong and independent woman, she kept up a strong persona, but she grieved for her beloved Carmine. We rest in the faith that they are reunited once again in eternity.

Over the last eight years she faced significant health issues with courage, dignity  and independently.  As she did not want to be a burden upon her children.

Carmela is survived by her three sons: Albert Buglione and his wife Taryn of Wayne, NJ, Marc Buglione of North Bergen, NJ, and Jonathan Buglione and his wife Carla of Verona; NJ, three grandchildren: Amelia, AJ, and Luca, with yet another grandchild expected soon.

She was the sister to Angelo and his wife Virginia, Michael and sister-in-law to Alberta. Aunt to several nieces and nephews, cousin to many, and beloved friend who was like family to many in New Jersey and Florida. In addition, she was pre-deceased by her in-laws Albert and Josephine Buglione.

In Carmela’s memory she would appreciate: an act of kindness, an act of charity, or a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial Processing, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959, www.stjude.org.