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'''Anthony Joseph Bruno''' (born [[January 26]], [[1927]]; died [[February 16]], [[2019]]) was a former Senior Vice President of [[Bruno's]], his family's grocery store change, and the former Chairman and CEO of [[Big B]], Inc.
'''Anthony Joseph Bruno''' (born [[January 26]], [[1927]]; died [[February 16]], [[2019]]) was a former Senior Vice President of [[Bruno's]], his family's grocery store change, and the former Chairman and CEO of [[Big B Drugs|Big B, Inc.]]


Bruno, known as "Mr. Anthony" to many, was a younger brother of [[Joe Bruno]], founder of the Bruno's grocery store that would go on to become the state's largest grocery store chain. Bruno served in the U.S. Army in World War II.
Bruno, known as "Mr. Anthony" to many, was a younger brother of [[Joe Bruno]], founder of the Bruno's grocery store that would go on to become the state's largest grocery store chain. Bruno served in the U.S. Army in [[World War II]]. After his discharge, he joined his brothers in expanding the store.  He eventually became the Senior Vice President who oversaw store operations and real estate development.


He was a World War II Army Veteran, a long-time member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, and a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.
Bruno's spun out Big B Drugs as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bruno's in [[1976]]. After Big B's public offering in [[1980]], Bruno became Chairman and CEO of the company, growing it to almost 400 stores across five states.  He retired after Big B was acquired by Revco (which was acquired by [[CVS]] shortly thereafter) in the late 1990s.


Anthony or "Mr. Anthony" as many called him, along with his siblings was raised working in a small grocery store founded by his oldest brother, Joe. After being discharged from the Army, Anthony, alongside his brothers began expanding their business, which ultimately became the dominant grocery store chain in Alabama and one of the largest private employers in the state. Anthony served as Senior Vice President of Bruno's Inc. overseeing store operations and real estate development. In 1976 Bruno's expanded their drugstore concept with the creation of Big B Drugs, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bruno's, Inc. Anthony served as Chairman and CEO of Big B, Inc., after its public offering in 1980, and grew the company to almost 400 stores in five southeastern states. Propelled by Anthony's entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, and natural leadership abilities, Big B Drugs became a powerful and innovative force in the drugstore industry. In 1997 Big B, Inc. merged with one of the largest drug store chains in the country, and Anthony embarked on an active retirement dedicated to family and friends.
Bruno continued as a member on several corporate and philanthropic boards in his retirement. He was also a long-time member of [[St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church]] in [[Hoover]] and a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.


He continued to serve on several corporate and philanthropic boards, staying in touch with many of the people who had worked for him. He took great joy in those relationships and continued to be a valued mentor and guide. As much as Anthony enjoyed business, what he loved most was his family. He kept his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren close, always taking part in the activities surrounding them. He had a quick wit, an infectious smile, guiding wisdom, and a loyal and compassionate heart. He will be deeply missed. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the dedicated caregivers for their compassionate care and support in his final days. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Hoover with a Funeral Mass following at 10:00 a.m. Burial at Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to St. Peter's Building and Maintenance Fund.
Bruno was pre-deceased by his wife, Marianne Timbrello Bruno; his parents, [[Vincent Bruno|Vincent]] and Maria Theresa Bruno; his sisters, Theresa and Mary; his brothers, [[Joe Bruno|Joe]], Sam, [[Lee Bruno|Lee]], Ben, and [[Angelo Bruno|Angelo]]. He was survived by his son, James; daughter-in-law, Theresa; daughters, Donna, Deborah, and Elizabeth; six grandchildern; and six great-grandchildern. His visitation and funeral mass were held at St. Peter Catholic Church. He is buried in [[Elmwood Cemetery]].


Anthony is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Marianne Timbrello, his parents, Vincent and Maria Theresa, his sisters Theresa and Mary, and his brothers Joe, Sam, Lee, Ben, and Angelo. He is survived by his son James (Theresa), three daughters, Donna, Deborah, and Elizabeth Folsom (Drew); six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
==References==
* "Anthony Joseph Bruno" obituary. (February 20, 2019). AL.com. <!-- http://obits.al.com/obituaries/birmingham/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=191582646 -->


Published in The Birmingham News on Feb. 20, 2019
==External links==
* [https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/196917260/anthony-joseph-bruno Anthony Joseph Bruno] at findagrave.com


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Revision as of 09:17, 20 April 2019

Anthony Joseph Bruno (born January 26, 1927; died February 16, 2019) was a former Senior Vice President of Bruno's, his family's grocery store change, and the former Chairman and CEO of Big B, Inc.

Bruno, known as "Mr. Anthony" to many, was a younger brother of Joe Bruno, founder of the Bruno's grocery store that would go on to become the state's largest grocery store chain. Bruno served in the U.S. Army in World War II. After his discharge, he joined his brothers in expanding the store. He eventually became the Senior Vice President who oversaw store operations and real estate development.

Bruno's spun out Big B Drugs as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bruno's in 1976. After Big B's public offering in 1980, Bruno became Chairman and CEO of the company, growing it to almost 400 stores across five states. He retired after Big B was acquired by Revco (which was acquired by CVS shortly thereafter) in the late 1990s.

Bruno continued as a member on several corporate and philanthropic boards in his retirement. He was also a long-time member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Hoover and a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.

Bruno was pre-deceased by his wife, Marianne Timbrello Bruno; his parents, Vincent and Maria Theresa Bruno; his sisters, Theresa and Mary; his brothers, Joe, Sam, Lee, Ben, and Angelo. He was survived by his son, James; daughter-in-law, Theresa; daughters, Donna, Deborah, and Elizabeth; six grandchildern; and six great-grandchildern. His visitation and funeral mass were held at St. Peter Catholic Church. He is buried in Elmwood Cemetery.

References

  • "Anthony Joseph Bruno" obituary. (February 20, 2019). AL.com.

External links

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