I met Bernie under some hard circumstances. I am Yolanda’s grandson. When I got the news that Tutu was sick, I flew to Florida. Bernie is a part of one of my most precious memories. We gathered at their house in Homosassa, and my father, Tutu, and Bernie jammed songs all night. It is the first and last time I played music with my grandmother, and Bernie’s enthusiasm was contagious. What a blessing to have so much time with such a wonderful man.

Bernie was my first boss  working a “real” job at 16 years old.  My friend Jim and I delivered Pizzas and worked in Bernie’s Fresh Dough Pizza shop on Commercial Blvd in Fort Laud.  It was a great family business with Grandpa making “boxes” and Dave spinning pies in the window.  I was just telling a sorry from those days over the Christmas Holiday, and googled to see how/where Bernie was ....Heaven was the answer.  Thank you Bernie for several great years of learning how to be a responsible Adult.   We will never forget the horse racing handicapping lessons at Calder as well “If I only bet them like I usually do” always comes up at the track to this very day (when we get the pleasure to go).  I apologize again for throwing that football over my buddies head in the parking lot and breaking the shop window.  God bless you and the Family.   Wishing Dave regards as well.   We will never forget hitting the disco with Dave after work and watching him do a killer John Travolta routine! Merry Christmas to the Family

I did not have the pleasure of getting to know your dad but I am impressed with his legacy of love.  Each of his children and grandchildren posess his qualities and will pass them on to future generations.  Never forget the good and bad as that is what made him who he was.  Love you guys.

Heartfelt condolences to all my Chianco cousins and their families.
I have fond memories of epic family get-togethers on your visit to Scotland as children.
With deepest sympathy from your Scottish cousin Frances and family.
(S.Angelo in Th., Italy)

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know your family are in my prayers.

David, John, Denise, Donna, and families.  It is difficult to lose a parent.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.  When you asked for memories, I remembered the time Doug and I visited Uncle Bernie and Aunt Landi in Ft. Lauderdale.  We all went out to dinner for a holiday...one that your dad closed the pizza place for.  Had a great time visiting because your parents were always such fun to be with.  I remember having the best calzone I've ever eaten at the pizza place the next day.  Take care and love to all of you.

David, Donna, John & Denise
I'm so sorry to hear that Uncle 'Bruce' as we called him in Scotland, has passed away. Despite the miles and years between us all, I have many happy memories of your trips to Scotland and I'll never forget what a fantastic time I had with you all in 1976 when I stayed with you in Philly for a few weeks. You all made me so welcome and we did so much. Although Uncle Bruce must have been busy he found time to take us all to Atlantic City and so much more including an introduction to filet mignon and whisky sour! Langitano's pizza was also a highlight and Mama Leone's in NYC. There was a trip to the horse racing where he had me betting on the horses and he even paid me $10 for 'helping' with a pest extermination job! What a great trip it was especially with all the bicentenary stuff going on and I remember being touched that you seemed reluctant to hand me over to the Vittiglios in New York for my last week! I still have lots of photographs from that time. 
I last saw your Dad [and Yo] in 1995 when Lynda and I had a holiday in Florida. Uncle Bruce was great company and it was as if the years and miles meant nothing. 
Obviously, your Dad was a man of many talents with his best being his gift of being a wonderful husband, dad, granddad, comrade, buddy and uncle.
I'm thinking of your mum, my Aunty Landy, at this emotional time too. Gone but like our other loved ones now departed - never forgotten.
I have passed the sad news on to my brother Gerry and to cousins Lynne, Michael, Frances and Lesley. They will in turn pass the news on to Aunty Evelyn, Uncle Jack and so on.
Love to you all from cousin Phil [Dundee, Scotland].

Dear Chianco family, Marie and I are so sorry for your loss, we remember him and your Mom from your visits to Scotland with fondness. Sincere condolences and sympathies from the Forte family in Vancouver BC Canada

Marie & Gerry Forte

Sending warm thoughts and prayers to all of the Chianco family.  I had the pleasure of meeting your father a memory to be cherished.

We are so very sorry for your loss.  A wonderful man and role model, and we know he will be sorely missed by all.

Dear David, John, Donna, Denise and family

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My memories of him and your mom will always have a special place in my heart. Growing up and spending family dinners together on Sundays and holiday will always be a cherished. Your dad was a loving and  caring family man and a blessing to all. Love, Barb

Dear John and Family: Sorry for your loss. Prayers of strength going out to you.

my condolences to all of you. Bernie was a hard worker and love his music and family, i can remember listing to him practice his bass at Nana,s. when he had to play i watched him put the bass in the little car an old willys coupe my dad sold him for 5.00 dollars the neck stuck out the window of the car, it was funny. He helped rase Charles and later on when he married Aunt landi he should Renyold how to do pest control. He will be missed an be remembered through all of his children. Bill Vietri Birdsboro,Pa.

My this candle burn in your memory, for all eternity

First, my condolences to all. Bernie was like a father to me. He was really just a young man himself, but he took on the responsibility of helping to raise a very young and  troubled teenager! He was a good person, and I have very fond memories of him and all the things we did togeather.  We played piano , I went with him when he just started to learn to play the bass. I sat through all his band practices, watched him grow into a great bass player, followed him to watch him play at the clubs. He was a dedicated family man, who loved his family, and treated me like a son. I had the keys to his car, I could take it whenever he did not need it, and to have a big red convertible to pick up my girl, well you can only wonder. So rest in peace Bernie, I will always have fond memories of the time we spent together! You were a good man, and some day I will see you again when it's my turn to go home and we can play some music again.I will miss you, and I always did love you for being you!

I would like to thank all those who have shared their prayers, stories and condolences. It truly means so much to hear from you all. I have so many wonderful memories of my dad that will keep him in my thoughts until we meet again. He was a man of so many talents and I was lucky enough to receive his love of playing music. In addition to that, he was such a strong and caring father who always provided for his family and wanted the best for them. Dad, thank you for showing me how a father should be to his children; a husband should be to his wife; and how a person should treat others.

John, never forget how much fun your father was at your wedding.  I am so glad that we got to meet him..  he was a wonderful person and host to us when we visited his home in florida.  Rest in peace Bernie...  The Radfords

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Bernard "Bernie" Chianco

10 mai 1928 – 25 septembre 2015

Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home

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