Individual Details

Genealogical Proof Reportfor the Physical Description of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick
Prepared by Rob Bongiovi
Summary of Findings

Eleanor was a white female.
Itemized Research Findings
3 assertions from 2 sources were considered in evaluating this claim.
The Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[1] asserts that Eleanor was white and non-hispanic.
The source reviewed was an Original Record. The information is believed to be Primary (meaning the person providing the information was a knowledgeable eyewitness or participant in the event). The evidence supporting the claim is considered Direct (meaning it adequate to answer the question directly).
The informant for the death certificate would be knowledgable on this so this is likely accurate.
The Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[1] asserts that Eleanor was female.
The source reviewed was an Original Record. The information is believed to be Primary. The evidence supporting the claim is considered Direct.
It is unlikely a death certificate would get this incorrect.
The 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[2] asserts that Eleanor Fitzpatrick was a 5 year old single white female.
The source reviewed was an Original Record. It is indeterminable whether the information being considered is Primary or Secondary information. The evidence supporting the claim is considered Direct.
It is not clear who provided the information to the census enumerator, but it was likely someone who knew these basic facts about Eleanor.
End Notes
1. Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health, Death Certificate Registration Area Number 147 Certificate Number 290 (14 Jul 2015), Eleanor Ann Bongiovi; Division of Vital Records, Richmond, VA.
2. 1930 U.S. Census, Kings County, New York, Population Schedule, Brooklyn, enumeration district (ED) 1584, p. 4B, dwelling 49, family 83, Family of Charles Fitzpatrick; image, Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : accessed 2015); citing NARA microfilm publication T626 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 2002), roll 1540; FHL microfilm 2,341,275.
Prepared 26 Sep 2015 by Rob Bongiovi
Evidentia© 2012-2015

From her obituary: “Mrs. Bongiovi spent most of her life on Long Island, NY. She loved her visits to New York City, attending many Broadway plays. She also enjoyed her visits to Jones Beach. Mrs. Bongiovi was an avid Bridge player. She loved to travel, cruising around the world and enjoying many lasting friendships with her fellow travelers.”




Research Summary Reportfor Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick
Prepared by Rob Bongiovi
Summary
The Evidentia© database includes 23 events and/or facts for Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick. These include:
• Marriage4 assertions, 4 reviewed.
• Burial4 assertions, 4 reviewed.
• Cause of Death1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
• Funeral Home3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Death Place2 assertions, 2 reviewed.
• Adoptive Parent6 assertions, 6 reviewed.
• Occupation1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
• Fact3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Education2 assertions, 2 reviewed.
• Physical Description3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Residence4 assertions, 4 reviewed.
• Social Security Nbr1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
• Birth Place3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Military1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
• Birth4 assertions, 4 reviewed.
• Death4 assertions, 4 reviewed.
• Name5 assertions, 5 reviewed.
• Funeral Mass3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Child(ren)2 assertions, 2 reviewed.
• Membership1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
• Sibling2 assertions, 2 reviewed.
• Biological Parent3 assertions, 3 reviewed.
• Census1 assertions, 1 reviewed.
Marriage
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick was married to Albert R. Bongiovi, according to her Death Certificate. According to Albert's World War II discharge papers, he was single at that time. Therefore they married after November 1945.
Please refer to the Proof for the Marriage of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Albert R. Bongiovi World War II Honorable Discharge Form[1] asserts that Albert was single and had zero dependents. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi. A review of this assertion states:

Since Albert's World War II discharge papers state that he was single, Eleanor and he must have married after his discharge in November 1945.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was married to Albert R. Bongiovi. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate states she was married to Albert R. Bongiovi. This information was provided by her son, Robert P. Bongiovi, and is almost certainly correct.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor was survived by her loving husband Albert R. Beloved mother of Robert P. (Elizabeth), Joanne Casaccia (Daniel) and Kathleen Olsen (Robert). This assertion is associated with 7 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi; and Bongiovi, Robert Paul; and Bongiovi, Joanne; and Bongiovi, Kathleen; and Sejda, Elizabeth; and Casaccia, Daniel; and Olsen, Robert. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary directly identified her spouse as Albert R. Bongiovi. Since this information was provider by her son, Robert P. Bongiovi, it is almost certainly correct.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was married to her husband Albert R. (Bob) Bongiovi of Williamsburg for almost 70 years. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary directly identified her spouse as Albert R. Bongiovi. Since this information was provider by her son, Robert P. Bongiovi, it is almost certainly correct.
Burial
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor was buried on 22 July 2015 at Pinelawn Memorial Park, 2030 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735. She is buried in Lawn crypt number 13, plot F, Range 96, Block no. 1, Section No 70 of the Garden of Peace. Albert and Eleanor Bongiovi purchased this plot in 1998 for $4,990. While this was reported on her death certificate and in her obituaries, the researcher, her Grandson, attended the funeral and knows this to be a fact. The burial plot information is from the dead of sale for the plot.
Please refer to the Proof for the Burial of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Pinelawn Memorial Park Burial Plot Certificate for Albert and Eleanor Bongiovi[5] asserts that Eleanor and Albert Bongiovi purchased burial rights in a lawn crypt. Lawn crypt number 13, plot F, Range 96, Block no. 1, Section No 70 of the Garden of Peace on 3 April 1998 for $4,990. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi. A review of this assertion states:

Since Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi purchased a burial plot it is reasonable to assume they may use it. However this is not conclusive proof.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was buried at Pinelawn Memorial Park, 2030 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate directly states that she was to be buried at Pinelawn Memorial Park, presumably in the burial plot Albert Bongiovi and her bought in 1998. The researcher attended her funeral at Pinelawn Memorial Park so this is certainly true.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor is burried at Pinelawn Memorial Park. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's obituary directly states that she was to be buried at Pinelawn Memorial Park, presumably in the burial plot Albert Bongiovi and her bought in 1998. The researcher attended her funeral at Pinelawn Memorial Park so this is certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Her burial was to be 22 July 2015 at Pinelawn Memorial Park, (New York). No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's obituary directly states that she was to be buried at Pinelawn Memorial Park, presumably in the burial plot Albert Bongiovi and her bought in 1998. The researcher attended her funeral at Pinelawn Memorial Park so this is certainly true.
Cause of Death
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi died from Cardiomypathy, or disease of the heart muscle. This was reported by her long time physician on her death certificate so is certainly true.
Please refer to the Proof for the Cause of Death of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor died from Cardiomypathy. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

According to Wikipedia, Cardiomyopathy is heart muscle disease. The death certificate was signed by her long time physician so is very likely true.
Funeral Home
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Bucktrout Funeral Home, 4124 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188 prepared Eleanor for transportation. This is documented on her death certificate.
Mangano Funeral Home, 1701 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, New York hosted Eleanor's funeral. This is documented by her funeral card and her obituary and is confirmed by the researcher, her Grandson, Robert P. Bongiovi.

Please refer to the Proof for the Funeral Home of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor's funeral home was Bucktrout Funeral Home, 4124 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The certificate lists the name of the Virginia funeral home. It is almost certainly correct.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Funeral home was
Mangano Funeral Home, 1701 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This obituary lists the New York funeral home. The researcher, her Grandson, was at the funeral and confirms it is correct.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Funeral Card[6] asserts that the funeral home for Eleanor's funeral was Mangano Funeral Homes, Inc., Deer Park, NY. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The funeral card was printed by the funeral home so is almost certainly correct.
Death Place
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi died at Windsor Meade Nursing Home, 3900 Windsor Hall Drive, Williamsburg, James City, Virginia. This was reported on her death certificate and obituaries. The sources we likely informed by her children who had direct knowledge of this fact.
Please refer to the Proof for the Death Place of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor died at Windsor Meade Nursing Home, 3900 Windsor Hall Drive, Williamsburg, James City, Virginia. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The death certificate was informed by her son, who was with her at her death, so this is certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor died at WindsorMeade of Williamsburg, Virginia. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary was likely informed by one of her children who had direct knowledge of this fact.
Adoptive Parent
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick was probably adopted by Charles Fitzpatrick and Anna Bender when Eleanor's mother died soon after giving birth to Eleanor. In many records, such as one of Eleanor's obituaries, her death certificate, and the 1930 U.S. Census, Charles and Anna are listed as her parents without any mention of her adoption. However, she openly discussed her adoption with the researcher, her Grandson, during a 2007 discussion. During that discussion Eleanor described the adoption by saying they "took her in". She also said that her biological father, Harry Williamson, and her adoptive father, Charles FItzpatrick, worked together, that the two couples were friends, and that Anna was Eleanor's Godmother.
While Eleanor was never forthcoming about her adoption, during the interview she openly discussed it, shared pictures of her family, and discussed her two biological siblings. Therefore it is highly likely she was adopted by Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and that Harry and Theresa Williamson are her biological parents. Further research, such as obtaining her birth certificate, baptismal record, and perhaps even finding legal documentation of her adoption, would conclusively prove this.

Please refer to the Proof for the Adoptive Parent of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor's mother was Anna Bender. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Bender, Anna. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate lists Anna Bender as her mother. However, as mentioned in obituary and a 2007 interview, Eleanor was likely adopted by Anna soon after birth. Therefore this source supports, but does not prove, that Anna is Eleanor's mother by adoption.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor's father was Charles Fitzpatrick. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate lists Charles Fitzpatrick as her father. However, as mentioned in obituary and a 2007 interview, Eleanor was likely adopted by Charles soon after birth. This source supports, but does not prove, that Charles is Eleanor's father by adotion.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was the adopted daughter of the late Charles Fitzpatrick and the late Anna Bender Fitzpatrick. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This version of Eleanor's obituary documents that Charled Fitzpatrick and Anna Bender adopted Eleanor Bongiovi. While this directly states the fact, the source of the information was likely Eleanor telling one of her Children. Therefore this does not contrinute more to the conclusion than the 2007 Interview listed below.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Charles Fitzpatrick is the head of the household and lives with his wife, Anna Fitzpatrick, a daughter Josephine, a son Charles, and daughter Eleanor. Josephine's last name is identified as Scherne, with a line through it. The rest either had the last name Fitzpatrick written next to them or a line indicating thier last name is Fitzpatrick. This assertion is associated with 4 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and Scherne, Josephine; and Fitzpatrick Jr., Charles. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's entry in the 1930 U.S. Census lists Charles  and Anna Fitzpatrick as Eleanor's parents. However, as mentioned in one of her obituaries and a 2007 interview, Eleanor was likely adopted by Charles soon after birth. This source supports, but does not prove, that Charles and Anna are Eleanor's parents by adotion.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's adopted father Charles Fitzpatrick and her biological father Harry Williamson worked together, were friends as couples and Anna was Eleanor's God Mother. This assertion is associated with 2 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Williamson, Harry Mathias. A review of this assertion states:

In this interview, Eleanor expanded on how she came to be adopted by Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick after Eleanor's mother died.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi was adopted by Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick. Eleanor said she was "taken in." It was Charles's second marriage. They think his first wife was named Lillian. Anna's maiden name was Bender. This assertion is associated with 3 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and [Fitzpatrick], Lillian. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor reports that she was "taken in" by Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick.
Occupation
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
According to her death certificate, Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi was a homemaker.
Please refer to the Proof for the Occupation of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was a homemaker at her own home. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The information on the death certificate was provided by her son and is likely accurate.
Fact
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi was a U.S. Citizen. This is documented on her death certificate and is supported by her birth in the United States.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi had 10 great grandchildren when she died.

Please refer to the Proof for the Fact of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was a U.S. Citizen. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This is likely true. The informant of the death certificate, her son Robert P. Bongiovi had direct knowledge of this fact and all records support her birth in New York, meaning she was a citizen by birth.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor was
grandmother of Robert, Lisa, Stephen, Marc, Matthew, Erika and Kristin, and great- grandmother of 10 loving great-grandchildren. This assertion is associated with 7 other subject(s): Bongiovi II, Robert Paul; and Bongiovi, Lisa; and Casaccia, Stephen; and Casaccia, Marc; and Casaccia, Matthew; and Olsen, Erika; and Olsen, Kristin. A review of this assertion states:

The researcher, Eleanor's grandson Robert P. Bongiovi, knows her great grandchildren, so this is certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor has 10 great-grandchildren at the time of her death. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The researcher, Eleanor's grandson Robert P. Bongiovi, knows her great grandchildren, so this is certainly true.

Education
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi probably graduated from High School and did not attend college. This is documented on her death certificate, using information provided by her son, who likely gained this knowledge from his mother. We do know she was not in school on 1 April 1930, but this makes sense since she would have been four years old at the beginning of that school year.
Please refer to the Proof for the Education of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor completed Elementary and Secondary school through grade 12. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The informant on the death certificate was her son. It is likely that he knew his mother graduated high school but did not complete college.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Eleanor Fitzpatrick was not in school and could not read or write. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The informant for the 1930 U.S. Census was probably informed by her family, but may have been a neighbor. That said, the neighbor woud likely know if Eleanor was attending school and it makes sense that she was not attending school given she would have been four years old at the beginning of the school year.
Physical Description
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor was a white female.
Please refer to the Proof for the Physical Description of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was white and non-hispanic. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The informant for the death certificate would be knowledgable on this so this is likely accurate.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was female. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

It is unlikely a death certificate would get this incorrect.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Eleanor Fitzpatrick was a 5 year old single white female. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

It is not clear who provided the information to the census enumerator, but it was likely someone who knew these basic facts about Eleanor.
Residence
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
In the April 1930 U.S. Census, Eleanor lived with her family at 190 Jerome St, Brooklyn, New York.
Eleanor lived most of her life on Long Island, New York, incuding Massapequa, Massaperua Park, and Dix Hills. This is documented by her obituaries, and personal knowledge of the researcher, her Grandson, Robert P. Bongiovi.
Her residence for the last few years of her life was 3900 Windsor Hall Dr #352B, James City, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188. This is documented on her death certificate and personal knowledge of the researcher, her Grandson, Robert P. Bongiovi.

Please refer to the Proof for the Residence of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor's usual residence was 3900 Windsor Hall Dr #352B, James City, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The informant was her son who had direct knowledge of her residence at this time.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Formerly resided in Dix Hills, New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The New York obituary and the funeral was held in New York because she used to reside there, therefore this is likely true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor spent most of her life on Long Island, New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The informant for this obituary was likely a close fmily member with knowledge of this fact.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Charles, Anna, Josephine (Scherne), Charles Jr, and Eleanor Fitzpatrick lived at 190 Jerome Street. This assertion is associated with 4 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and Scherne, Josephine; and Fitzpatrick Jr., Charles. A review of this assertion states:

The enumerator likely had the address correct. In addition, the bottom of the page show Atlantic Avenue and a quick check of google maps shows that 190 Jerome St was near the corner of Atlantic Avenue.
Social Security Nbr
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Bongiovi's social security number was 104-18-3834.
Please refer to the Proof for the Social Security Nbr of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor's Social Security Number was 104-18-3834. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This information was provided by her son who, since he was acting as a caretaker for Eleanor, likely was knowledgable on this fact.
Birth Place
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi was likely born in Brooklyn, New York. This is reported in one of her obituaries. Her death certificate and the 1930 U.S. Census list her birthplace as New York. The information from the obituary was probably provided by one of her children, who would have obtained this information directly from Eleanor. A copy of her birh certificate would conclusively prove her birthplace.
Please refer to the Proof for the Birth Place of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was born in New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate supports her birthplace. The informant is her son, Robert P. Bongiovi, who likely new this directly from his mother, so this is likely true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was born in Brooklyn, New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate supports her birthplace. The informant is probably one of her children, who likely new this directly from his mother, so this is likely true.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Eleanor Fitzpatrick was born in New York. Her father was born in New York. Her mother was born in Germany. This assertion is associated with 4 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and Williamson, Harry Mathias; and Hambsch, Theresa. A review of this assertion states:

The 1930 U.S. Census reports her birthplace. This source is much closer in time to her birth, so help support this fact. However, while it is likely the information was provided directly by the family, it is possible the census taker interviewed a neighbor who did not have direct knowledge of this fact.
Military
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
According to her Death Certificate, Eleanor Bongiovi did not serve in the U.S. Armed Services.
Please refer to the Proof for the Military of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was never in the U.S. Armed Forces. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This is proof that Eleanor did not serve in the Armed Services.
Birth
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi was likely born on 13 Jan 1925. This is documented in her death certificate, which is probably correct. It is supported by her entry in the 1930 U.S. Census where her age supports a late 1924 or early 1925 birthdate. A copy of her birth certificate would provide conclusive proof.
Please refer to the Proof for the Birth of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor was born 13 Jan 1925 and was 90 years old. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor's death certificate directly states her date of birth and her age. Her age on the death certificate matches the age calculated between her reported birth and death dates (90 years, 6 months, and 1 day). While this cannot be considered a primary source for her birth, it is generally supported by her age in the 1930 Census.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was 90 years old when she died. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

If Eleanor was 90 years old when she died, she would have been born between 15 Jul 1924 and 14 Jul 1925. Therefore this obituary supports her reported birthdate of 13 Jan 1925. However, the source of information was probably the same or someone with similar knowledge as the death certificate, so this source does not add significantly to the body of evidence.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Funeral Card[6] asserts that Eleanor was born 13 Jan 1925. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The funeral card directly states her birth date. While this cannot be considered a primary source for her birth, it is generally supported by her age in the 1930 Census. However, the source of information was probably the same or someone with similar knowledge as the death certificate, so this source does not add significantly to the body of evidence.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Eleanor Fitzpatrick was a 5 year old single white female. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The 1930 U.S. Census reports that Eleanor was 5 years old on 1 April 1930. This supports a birthdate between 02 Apr 1924 and 01 Apr 1925. Whild this does not prove the claim that she was born on 13 Jan 1925, it does provide proof that she was born about this time in a source written much closer to the time of birth.
Death
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi died on 14 July 2015. This was reported by her physician and her son on her death certificate. It is further supported by her obituaries and funeral card, using information likely provided by one of her children who had direct knowledge of this fact.
Please refer to the Proof for the Death of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that Eleanor died 14 Jul 2015. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The death certificate is signed by the physician and informed by her son, who was with her at her death, so is certainly true.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor died 14 July 2015 in her 91st year in Williamsburg, Virginia. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary was written within days of her death and was likely informed by her children, so is almost certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor died on 14 July 2015. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary was written within days of her death and was likely informed by her children, so is almost certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Funeral Card[6] asserts that Eleanor died 14 Jul 2015. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The funeral card was printed within days of her death and was likely informed by her children, so is almost certainly true.
Name
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Her name was Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick. This is supported by her death certifcate and teh 1930 U.S. Census. Additionally, her name was provided in her obituaries.
Please refer to the Proof for the Name of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Death Certificate[2] asserts that her name was Eleanor Ann Bongiovi. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The death certificate says her married name. The information was provided by her son and is accurate.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that her name was Eleanor Ann Bongiovi. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary provides her married name. The information was provided by a close family member and is accurate.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that her name was Eleanor Ann Bongiovi (nee Fitzpatrick). No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary provides her married and maiden name. The information was provided by a close family member and is accurate.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Funeral Card[6] asserts that her name was Eleanor Ann Bongiovi. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The funeral card provides her married name. The information was provided by a close family member and is accurate.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Charles Fitzpatrick is the head of the household and lives with his wife, Anna Fitzpatrick, a daughter Josephine, a son Charles, and daughter Eleanor. Josephine's last name is identified as Scherne, with a line through it. The rest either had the last name Fitzpatrick written next to them or a line indicating thier last name is Fitzpatrick. This assertion is associated with 4 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and Scherne, Josephine; and Fitzpatrick Jr., Charles. A review of this assertion states:

The 1930 U.S. Census provides her name as Eleanor Fitzpatrick. It is uncertain who provided the information to the enumerator, but it was likely a family member. This is likely an accurate source.
Funeral Mass
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Bongiovi's funeral Mass was held at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Dix Hills, New York on 22 July 2015. This is stated by the funeral Mass Pamphlet and is supported by two obituaries.
Please refer to the Proof for the Funeral Mass of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor's Funeral Mass was at
St. Matthew's Roman Catholic Church, Dix Hills, New York. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary lists the funeral Mass and, because of its proximity to the date of the Mass is likely correct. It is confirmed by other sources.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Her funeral Mass was to be held at St. Mathew Catholic Church, Dix Hills, New York on 22 July 2015. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary lists the funeral Mass and, because of its proximity to the date of the Mass is likely correct. It is confirmed by other sources.
• Eleanor Bongiovi Funeral Mass Pamphlet[9] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's funeral mass was held at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Dix Hills, New York on 22 July 2015. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

The pamphlet from the funeral Mass provides almost certain proof of this fact.
Child(ren)
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi's children were Robert P. Bongiovi, Joanne Bongiovi, and Kathleen Bongiovi. Eleanor's obituaries support this. The information in the obituary was probably provided by one of her children.
Please refer to the Proof for the Child(ren) of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary from Newsday[3] asserts that Eleanor was survived by her loving husband Albert R. Beloved mother of Robert P. (Elizabeth), Joanne Casaccia (Daniel) and Kathleen Olsen (Robert). This assertion is associated with 7 other subject(s): Albert Robert Bongiovi; and Bongiovi, Robert Paul; and Bongiovi, Joanne; and Bongiovi, Kathleen; and Sejda, Elizabeth; and Casaccia, Daniel; and Olsen, Robert. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary lists each of her children. The informant was likely one of the children, so this is almost certainly true.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor's children were her son, Robert P. Bongiovi and wife Elizabeth of Williamsburg, her daughters, Joanne Casaccia and husband Daniel of Katy, Texas, Kathleen Olsen and husband Robert of Massapequa, New York. This assertion is associated with 6 other subject(s): Bongiovi, Robert Paul; and Bongiovi, Joanne; and Bongiovi, Kathleen; and Sejda, Elizabeth; and Casaccia, Daniel; and Olsen, Robert. A review of this assertion states:

The obituary lists each of her children. The informant was likely one of the children, so this is almost certainly true.
Membership
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Bongiovi was a member of the Women's Club of Massapequa, New York. She served as its president and worked for child welfare services.
Please refer to the Proof for the Membership of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was a member of the Women's Club of Massapequa, New York. She served as President and worked for child welfare services. No other subjects are associated with this assertion. A review of this assertion states:

This information was provided by a close family member and is likely correct.
Sibling
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick Bongiovi had two full sisters, Claire and Frances Williamson. In addition, she had three adopted siblings, Josephine Scherne, Frank Scherne, and Charles Fitzpatrick.
Please refer to the Proof for the Sibling of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• Eleanor Bongiovi's Obituary from the Virginia Gazette[4] asserts that Eleanor was preceded in death by her sisters Claire and Frances Williamson, her step sister, Josephine Scherne, and her step brothers, Frank Sherne and Charles Fitzpatrick, Jr. This assertion is associated with 5 other subject(s): Williamson, Claire; and Williamson, Frances; and Fitzpatrick Jr., Charles; and Scherne, Josephine; and Scherne, Frank. A review of this assertion states:

The information provided in this obituary is likely from a close family member who had direct knowledge of her siblings. However, it mistates the nature of her relationship to Josephine Scherne, Franck Sherne, and Charles Fitzpatrick. Since she was adopted by Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick, she had no blood relationship to them.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's sisters Frances and Claire Williamson were sent to St. Joseph's Orphanage in Flushing, Queens, New York after thier mother's death. Eleanor remembers visiting them every month. This assertion is associated with 2 other subject(s): Williamson, Frances; and Williamson, Claire. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor discussed her bioligical sisters during this discussion.
Biological Parent
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Harry Williamson and Theresa Hambsch are likely Eleanor's biological parents. She openly discussed them in a 2007 interview with the researcher. However, this could be proved by a birth certificate or adoption papers.
Please refer to the Proof for the Biological Parent of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's mother's last name was Hambst. She died two weeks after giving birth to Eleanor. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Hambsch, Theresa. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor discussed her biological mother and also had a picture of her biolical father, mother, and two siblings. This is likely accurate information.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's biological father was Harry Williamson. She remembers seeing him when she was 4 or 5 years old. This assertion is associated with 1 other subject(s): Williamson, Harry Mathias. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor discussed her father during the interview. This is likely accurate information.
• January 2007 Interview with Albert R. and Eleanor Bongiovi[8] asserts that Eleanor Bongiovi's adopted father Charles Fitzpatrick and her biological father Harry Williamson worked together, were friends as couples and Anna was Eleanor's God Mother. This assertion is associated with 2 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Williamson, Harry Mathias. A review of this assertion states:

Eleanor discussed her father during the interview. This is likely accurate information.
Census
A Summary Conclusion has been created for this fact/event.
Eleanor Fitzpatrick (Bongiovi) appeared in the 1930 U.S. Census. She was listed as the daughter of Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick.
Please refer to the Proof for the Census of Eleanor Ann Fitzpatrick for a detailed analysis.
The related references are enumerated below.
• 1930 U.S. Census Entry for Charles and Anna Fitzpatrick and Family[7] asserts that Charles Fitzpatrick is the head of the household and lives with his wife, Anna Fitzpatrick, a daughter Josephine, a son Charles, and daughter Eleanor. Josephine's last name is identified as Scherne, with a line through it. The rest either had the last name Fitzpatrick written next to them or a line indicating thier last name is Fitzpatrick. This assertion is associated with 4 other subject(s): Fitzpatrick, Charles; and Bender, Anna; and Scherne, Josephine; and Fitzpatrick Jr., Charles. A review of this assertion states:

Based on Eleanor's death certificate and other facts describing her family, this is almost certainly her entery in the 1930 US Census.
End Notes
1. Enlisted Record and Report of Separation, Honorable Discharge, for Albert R. Bongiovi, Family History Research Files, 1992-; Robert P. Bongiovi, El Segundo, CA, 2015. Photocopy provided by Albert R. Bongiovi.
2. Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health, Death Certificate Registration Area Number 147 Certificate Number 290 (14 Jul 2015), Eleanor Ann Bongiovi; Division of Vital Records, Richmond, VA.
3. Unknown Author, "Eleanor Ann Bongiovi Obituary," Newsday, Unknown Date, Unknown Edition (http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newsday/obituary.aspx?n=eleanor-ann- bongiovi&pid=175324234&fhid=5055 : accessed 19 Sep 2015), Legacy.com archive of Newsday obituary; citing Legacy.com.
4. Eleanor Ann Bongiovi, Virginia Gazette, 17 July 2015, p. 14A.
5. Pinelawn Memorial Park Burial Plot Certificate for Albert and Eleanor Bongiovi, Family History Research Files, 19920; Robert P. Bongiovi, El Segundo, California, 2015. Certificate 104476 dated 3 April 1998. Photocopy provided by Robert P. Bongiovi in July 2015.
6. Funeral Card for Eleanor Ann Bongiovi, Funeral Cards, 1992-; Robert P. Bongiovi, El Segundo, CA 90245, 2015. Original Funeral Card in possession of Robert P Bongiovi.
7. 1930 U.S. Census, Kings County, New York, Population Schedule, Brooklyn, enumeration district (ED) 1584, p. 4B, dwelling 49, family 83, Family of Charles Fitzpatrick; image, Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : accessed 2015); citing NARA microfilm publication T626 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 2002), roll 1540; FHL microfilm 2,341,275.
8. Albert R. and Eleanor A. Bongiovi (Dix Hills, New York), interview by Robert P. and Lora J. Bongiovi, 12 and 13 Jan 2007; Handwritten Notes Robert P. Bongiovi, El Segundo, CA, 2015.
9. Funeral Mass Pamphlet for Eleanor Ann Bongiovi, Family History Research Files, 1992-; Robert P. Bongiovi, El Segundo, CA, 2015. Original pamphlet in possession of Robert P. Bongiovi..
Prepared 26 Sep 2015 by Rob Bongiovi
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Birth	13 Jan 1925	Brooklyn, Kings, New York, United States
Residence	1 Apr 1930	190 Jerome St - Brooklyn, Kings, New York, United States
Census	7 Apr 1930	Brooklyn, Kings, New York, United States
Met Spouse	1940	Living
Marriage	26 Jan 1946	Brooklyn, Kings, New York, United States - Living
Residence	Bet 1950 and 2010	Long Island, New York
Funeral Home	Jul 2015	They prepared the body. - Bucktrout Funeral Home, Williamsburg, James, Virginia
Funeral Home	Jul 2015	Viewings were held hear on tha afternoon and evening of 21 July 2015. - Mangano Funeral Home, Dix Hills, Suffolk, New York
Death	14 Jul 2015	She died from congestive heart failure a day after being moved from - Windsor Meade, Williamsburg, James, Virginia
Residence	14 Jul 2015	3900 Windsor Hall Dr #352b, Williamsburg, James, Virginia
Obituary	17 Jul 2015	Eleanor Ann Bongiovi (nee Fitzpatrick), 90, passed away at - Williamsburg, James, Virginia
Obituary	20 Jul 2015	Eleanor Ann (nee Fitzpatrick) on July 14, 2015 in her 91st year in - Melville, Suffolk, New York
Funeral Mass	22 Jul 2015	St. Matthew Catholic Church, Dix Hills, Suffolk, New York
Burial	22 Jul 2015	in Lawn crypt number 13, plot F, Range 96, Block no. 1, Section No 70 - Pinelawn Memorial Park, Farmingdale, Nassau, New York
Alt name		Eleanor Ann Williamson
Membership		Women's Club - Massapequa, Nassau, New York
Soc Sec No		104-18-3834
Education (Completed)		graduated from High School
Occupation		Homemaker
Description		a white female

Spouse	Living
Child	Living
Child	Living
Child	Living

Father	Harry Mathias Williamson (1880 - 1930)
Mother	Theresa Hambsch ( - 1925)
Sibling	Frances W. Williamson (1918 - 2015)
Sibling	Claire Williamson (1922 - 2015)

Father	Charles James Fitzpatrick (1892 - 1968)
Mother	Anna Bender (1884 - 1967)

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