[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 57 (Monday, May 2, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E780]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF DR. VINCENT PAUL BRUNO

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 2, 2011

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
life of Northwest Florida's beloved Dr. Vincent Paul Bruno. Vincent 
Paul Bruno was a native of Florida's First Congressional District. 
After graduating from Pensacola Catholic High School in 1943, Dr. Bruno 
joined the Navy, serving his country with honor and distinction in the 
Pacific Theater during World War II. After returning from combat, Dr. 
Bruno attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate studies, 
and in 1954, he received his doctorate from Loyola University School of 
Dentistry in New Orleans, Louisiana. After his graduation from Loyola, 
Dr. Bruno returned to his hometown of Pensacola, Florida where he 
practiced dentistry for 48 years.
  In addition to his dental practice, Dr. Bruno was also an esteemed 
leader in the civic community. From 1965 to 1977, he served on the 
Pensacola City Council. Dr. Bruno also served a term as Mayor Pro Tem 
of Pensacola. In addition to his civic duties, Dr. Bruno was also a 
member of the American Dental Association, the Escambia Santa-Rosa 
County Dental Association, where he served a term as President, the 
Knights of Columbus and St. Michael's Parish Council.
  Dr. Bruno is survived by his wife, Anita Faye Fowler Bruno; his 
sister, Angela Fisburn of Pensacola; his daughters: the Honorable 
Patricia Sheppard (the Reverend Dr. Thomas Mikelson) of North Adams, 
MA, Margaret LeBeau (Dr. Jacque) of Navarre, Ann Ferretti (Dr. Thomas) 
of Pensacola, Barbara del Castillo (Dr. Hector) of Houston, TX and his 
sons: V. Paul Bruno, Jr., Harry S. Bruno, and Peter F. Bruno (Sue) all 
of Pensacola; step-daughter, Dawn Cagle of Madisonville, KY; and 19 
grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
  To some Dr. Vincent Paul Bruno will be remembered as a professional 
and caring dentist, and to others, as a civic leader in the Northwest 
Florida community. He will forever be remembered by his family and 
friends as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great 
grandfather, and his impact on Northwest Florida will not be forgotten.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, it is my honor 
to recognize the life of Dr. Vincent Paul Bruno. My wife Vicki joins me 
in extending our thoughts and prayers to the entire Bruno family.

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