Celebrating the life of
Benito Taruffi
April 05, 1932 - June 12, 2013
Benito Taruffi
SAVANNAH - Benito Taruffi, 81, retired Italian Navy Rear Admiral of Bologna, Italy, died June 12, 2013 at St. Joseph Hospital, after a short illness.
He was preceded in his death by his wife of 44 years, Maria Sofia.
After graduating from the Naval Academy in Livorno, Italy he began a long and fulfilling Military career. He believed education was a vital part of his personal growth and likes, and after retirement he continued studying, receiving a Master Degree in American History at Armstrong Atlantic State University.
Benito is survived by his daughters: Annamaria Brancato Dr. Salvatore Brancato, Paola Taruffi and Maria Grazia Taruffi; his two grandchildren: US Army Cpt. V. Paul Brancato and Nicole Brancato.
Benito lived life to the fullness. He loved traveling, reading and studying. He wrote books, loved to paint and enjoyed listening to music.
He was a 32nd KCCH member of Scottish Rite Freemasonry and Alee Shriners of Savannah, Ga.
Benito touched the lives of many people with his exuberance, love of live and with a warm and caring heart.
The family will receive friends from 6pm until 8pm on Friday June 14, 2013 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral Service will be held at 11am Saturday June 15, 2013 at Fox and Weeks Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Anna, I just returned from out of town and am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest love to you and your family Miriam Center
- Miriam Center, , GA
Carissime Anna, Paola e Maria Grazia, vi sono vicino e vi abbraccio insieme a lo zio Oscar, Silvia, Marina e Giulia. Ricorderemo sempre Benito con grande affetto. Zia Cetty
- Zia Cetty, Padova, - Other
Carissime Anna, Paola e Maria Grazia, vi sono vicino e vi abbraccio insieme a lo zio Oscar, Silvia, Marina e Giulia. Ricorderemo sempre Benito con grande affetto. Zia Cetty
- Zia Cetty, Padova, - Other
Vi siamo vicini con tanto affetto, un abbraccio forte da tutti noi. Giulia, Stefano, Laura Tiso
- Giulia, Stefano, Laura, Padova, - Other
We are so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed meeting your Dad and hearing about his interesting life here and abroad. Please also give our condolences to Paul and Nicole. I'm sure their grandfather will be missed.
- Randi and Jay Butter, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
- Harley & Ann Meia, Macon, GA
My heart is heavy in that I will miss Benito greatly. There will no longer be any long lunches where we philosophically discuss and correct the problems of the world. Benito I salute you with love and respect, Sam.
- Sam, , GA
Very sorry for your loss. I am sure Sr. Taruffi wad a good Papa and nonno. My son. Chip, was friends with Paolo, in grammar school and I worked with Maria at Kemira. God bless la familglia Taruffi.
- Jeff Green, Savannah, GA
Anna, I just returned from out of town and am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest love to you and your family Miriam Center
- Miriam Center, , GA
Carissime Anna, Paola e Maria Grazia, vi sono vicino e vi abbraccio insieme a lo zio Oscar, Silvia, Marina e Giulia. Ricorderemo sempre Benito con grande affetto. Zia Cetty
- Zia Cetty, Padova, - Other -
Carissime Anna, Paola e Maria Grazia, vi sono vicino e vi abbraccio insieme a lo zio Oscar, Silvia, Marina e Giulia. Ricorderemo sempre Benito con grande affetto. Zia Cetty
- Zia Cetty, Padova, - Other -
Vi siamo vicini con tanto affetto, un abbraccio forte da tutti noi. Giulia, Stefano, Laura Tiso
- Giulia, Stefano, Laura, Padova, - Other -
We are so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed meeting your Dad and hearing about his interesting life here and abroad. Please also give our condolences to Paul and Nicole. I'm sure their grandfather will be missed.
- Randi and Jay Butter, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
- Harley & Ann Meia, Macon, GA
My heart is heavy in that I will miss Benito greatly. There will no longer be any long lunches where we philosophically discuss and correct the problems of the world. Benito I salute you with love and respect, Sam.
- Sam, , GA
Very sorry for your loss. I am sure Sr. Taruffi wad a good Papa and nonno. My son. Chip, was friends with Paolo, in grammar school and I worked with Maria at Kemira. God bless la familglia Taruffi.
- Jeff Green, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
