Hortencia Mercedes Aguilera Bongarzone

Hortencia Mercedes Aguilera Bongarzone passed peacefully at her home on November 11, 2024. Born in Santiago, Chile, she believed in eating healthy and had a holistic way about her. She married her husband, Joseph Luis Bongarzone, not once but twice. They lived in New York prior to moving to Hull. 

Mrs. Bongarzone lived her life for her family. She adored her son, John Luis Bongarzone. Her fondest memories were flying with him., and she was so proud that he graduated from Norwich University and became a pilot. She was fond of saying “touch & go” – a phrase that they often shared. 

Mrs. Bongarzone was the CEO of her family. The way she cared for her son battling MS was impeccable. She was so spiritual, always saying that God knows what he’s doing. Her faith always carried her through, believing in the Holy Mary Mother and her angels. For generations, she fed two cardinals, Pinky and Linda, year after year – almost as if they were her pets flying up to her back kitchen window looking for their next peanut. 

Mrs. Bongarzone was a remarkable woman. She enjoyed a good glass of Reunite and her scratch tickets. Her family will miss her wisdom, sense of humor and prayers. Fly high, Hortencia – we look forward to you being our Pinky and Linda. God bless you; we love you back!

A funeral Mass was held at St. Ann’s Church in Hull on Tuesday, November 19; burial immediately followed at Hull Village Cemetery.