Sebastiano “Seb” Vona

Sebastiano “Seb” Vona

Sebastiano “Seb” Vona

July 26, 1962~September 10, 2021

Sebastiano “Seb” Vona, beloved husband and father, died tragically at the age of 59 on Friday, September 10th of COVID 19-related complications.

Seb was born on July 26, 1962 in Moschiano, Italy to parents Eduardo and Maria. At the age of eleven, he moved to upstate New York with his parents and five siblings, beginning a new life in America. From his earliest youth, cooking, pastry-making and providing joy to family, friends and strangers alike through food was central to his life. He got his first job in a bakery at the age of twelve and later learned pastry-making at La Deliziosa Bakery in Poughkeepsie.

In 1980, he met the beautiful Maria Mazzaccari and they were married three years later on September 3, 1983.  Seeking new opportunities, the newlyweds moved to Hollywood, Florida and there opened up Sebastiano’s Italian Restaurant. Over the next 37 years, through unflagging hard work and overcoming many challenges, they built a flourishing life together, growing the restaurant into a beloved fixture of their community and starting a beautiful family. In 1989, they had their first son Eddie, followed nine years later by their second son, Michael.

A tireless worker and provider, Seb was well-known and well-loved by not only his family but everyone who passed through the doors of his restaurant, navigating the restaurant business through both prosperous and rocky times. Always generous, he took great joy in delighting people with his culinary gifts, whether simply pouring out a complimentary glass of wine to someone who looked like they could really use it, or hand-crafting hundreds of delicious mini-cannoli’s for his son’s wedding. A passionate motorcyclist, on his days off he could be found cruising his favorite routes on his Harley Davidson.

In addition to his wife and sons, Seb is mourned by his siblings Rosa (Mario) Graziano, Carmelina (Marino) Carbone, Maddalena (Giovanni) Volino, Salvatore (Kim) Vona, and Silvana (Aniello) Volino, mother Maria, and his large extended family. His father Eduardo passed away in 2018.

A Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM with Tributes of  a Lifetime and Prayer Service beginning at 4:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 6400 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33024.

For those who cannot attend;  there will be a live video stream of the service for family and friends to attend virtually at 4:00 PM on September 19, 2021;  This will be LIVE on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: Hover & Click to the Right of the Arrow —> BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE FACEBOOK

A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Nativity Catholic Church, 5220 Johnson Street, Hollywood, Florida 33021.  A Live Stream of the Funeral Mass at Nativity Catholic Church: https://nativityhollywood.org/live/

Entombment will immediately follow at Our Lady Queen of Heaven,  1500 South State Road 7, North Lauderdale, Florida 33068.

Public Visitation

Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care

  • September 19, 2021
  • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Email Details
  • 6400 Hollywood Boulevard
    Hollywood, FL 33024
  • Tributes of a Lifetime and Prayer Service at 4:00 PM

Prayer Service

Nativity Catholic Church

Entombment

Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery

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Condolence

AnnMarie McDermott

September 14, 2021, 12:59 pm

Dear María and family,
Our hearts are breaking for you. Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of Seb.
We met through family, but feel like you and your staff Are family.
Always in our hearts and prayers.
🙏🏻 AnnMarie & Larry

Giovanni

September 14, 2021, 7:43 pm

Tantissime Condoglianze a voi tutti in Famiglia, mi dispiace moltissimo per la perdita del caro Sebastiano, mi mancheranno le nostre telefonate, vederci anche se solo con watszap ma sicuramente lui sarà sempre nei miei pensieri. Un abbraccio dallaFamiglia COSENZA.

David G

September 14, 2021, 9:57 pm

Maria I’m sorry to hear this my prayers are with you and your family. Seb have a safe journey home you will be deeply missed GOD BLESS

Sam Dalia from New Jersey

September 14, 2021, 10:46 pm

To Maria and family, I want to express my deepest condolences. We can not find the words to express how badly we feel. I loved Seb , he was always a good man.We grew up together in Poughkeepsie, and we always had a special bond from time he came from Italy to America . We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and may Seb rest in peace.

Evelyn Koganti

September 15, 2021, 12:06 am

Maria my heart goes out to you and your family. I remember when you guys opened your first place on 441. I was so excited to see a NY style pizzeria. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Seb, you will surely be missed. Rest In Peace Seb.

Fortunatina Graziano

September 15, 2021, 12:35 am

To My Zia Maria-
Thank You 🙏 for taking such good care of Uncle Seb. I find comfort and peace knowing you were right by his side. He loved you very much. And we LOVE 💗 you! You have our unconditional love & support.

Eddie (Kyle) & Michael-
Thank You 🙏 for being so good to your Dad and for being such strong souls throughout all of this. I know it’s not easy and there’s so much to do but please know that you have a huge calvary and team that support you and LOVE you all unconditionally also.

Hugs,
Raldy, Tina & The Graziano Family 😘

Debbie Plant

September 15, 2021, 12:48 am

My heart is with you Maria, no words can help at this moment all i can do is to ask god to wrap his arms around you and your sons and carry you to a place of peace in your heart. Seb will be missed by many.

Bea Walleisa

September 15, 2021, 1:28 am

Dear Maria & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Our sincerest condolences.
Bea, Mike & Gabi W.

Cathy Scarane

September 15, 2021, 2:28 pm

My condolences to family. I used to live in Hollywood & went there every weekend & sometimes during the week. We moved to Boynton Beach about 18 yrs ago but would come down to visit friends & would go there to eat with friends. After my husband passed away I still came down & ate there with friends haven’t been down because of COVID in almost 2 yrs but coming down soon I hope. May he RIP 🙏🙏for Maria & family

Theresa Bellomo

September 15, 2021, 4:20 pm

Dear Maria,

My sincerest condolences for your loss. I send you hugs and prayers.
Love, Theresa

Jessica and Manny Rayo

September 15, 2021, 5:55 pm

Dear Maria and family

Seb will be missed so deeply. He was such a beautiful soul and Manny’s crying shoulders. We are terribly heartbroken for his passing and also very sad for not being able to accompany him on his eternal farewell. We love you guys and we are very sorry for your loss. Seb will be forever in our minds and heart. ❤️🙏

Omar Williams

September 15, 2021, 9:46 pm

My condolences, to Maria Eddie and Michael. He was a great friend. My family and I have you all in our prayers.

Fran Bacia

September 15, 2021, 9:57 pm

Dear Maria and sons,
I am so sorry for your great loss.
Seb will be greatly missed by many here in the neighborhood. I have been in your restaurant many times, either eating or taking out. Always excellent food!!
I am praying God will comfort you during these most difficult times.
God bless.🙏🙏

Gordon G

September 16, 2021, 12:49 am

Dear Maria & family,
Condolences and prayers to you all! Seb was a good soul and is missed by many.
Rest In Peace my friend !
Gordon, Patricia, Ali & Grace

Rick Hassler

September 16, 2021, 8:06 pm

To the family I’m so sorry for our loss. I loved seb like a brother 30 plus years we go back. I can’t believe he’s gone

Daniel Derrico

September 16, 2021, 8:59 pm

Dear Maria and family,

Debbie and I are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Seb. He was such a terrific person. We have ordered food at your wonderful Italian Restaurant for the whole 37 years, since you started on 441. Our deepest sympathy to you on this terrible loss of Seb.

-Dan and Debbie Derrico

Judith Snow

September 17, 2021, 11:16 am

Maria, Prayers for you and your son’s. So sorry for your loss and your in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏

SHANE KRAMER

September 18, 2021, 6:06 pm

Maria
My prayers go out to you and your family. It’s hard to lose a loved one and so I pray that you and your sons find the strength to carry on.

Fond regards
Shane

The Durantes

September 19, 2021, 2:59 am

Maria and family,
I cannot tell you how sad we are to hear this terrible news. Please know that we are thinking of and praying for you at this most difficult time.

Sincerely,
Ernie and Stacie Durante

Tracy Flett

September 19, 2021, 12:36 pm

Dear Maria, Eddie and Michael,

My heart aches for you in your loss. Your family has meant a great deal to me over the years. May God hold you tightly and bring you a peace that only He can provide. Prayers continue for you all.

Tracy Flett

Karin Zimmerman

September 19, 2021, 2:08 pm

Maria, and family, I am heartbroken to hear of your sweet husband/father’s way-too-soon departure.
For the 13 years that I worked for a law firm just East of Presidential Circle, I would often work late into the night, and Maria would always graciously take my calls, sometimes only minutes before you closed the restaurant, and save me from starvation by quickly conjuring up my favorite meals!
I loved taking friends to Sebastiano’s for dinner on weekends, Such a bustling, warm, family atmosphere there!!
A true Hollywood icon is gone …..
My prayers will continue for your family to survive and eventually thrive again!!

Angela Fishwick

September 19, 2021, 5:06 pm

To the Vona Family We are so sorry for your Loss. Seb was one of the good guys.I grew up with him always made me laugh and his beautiful smile always made you feel great. Going to miss you now you r with your Dad. Say hi to my Dad. RIP my friend sending prayers for the Family 🙏🙏🙏🙏😘😘😘😘😘

Lucy Funiciello

September 19, 2021, 5:58 pm

Maria, I was saddened to hear the news of Seb. I have many fond memories of our times in Poughkeepsie. I always remember him with a smile. My condolences to you and your family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May he rest in peace in the loving arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Lucy Funiciello

Christine Herson

September 19, 2021, 6:55 pm

Maria,
We are so sorry for your loss.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. 🙏💙🙏
Love,
Christine & Mom Judy

Anna & Giuliniello Carbone

September 19, 2021, 8:39 pm

Le piu sincere condoglianze a te Maria,Eddy,e Michael:
Ci e dispiaciuto tanto, Che il Signore vi da tanta forza e corraggio.
Dalla famiglia Giuliniello & Anna Carbone. Sebastiano Riposa In Pace ti ricorderemo sempre con il two bel sorriso.

Melody Vona & Family

September 19, 2021, 11:10 pm

To all of Sebs family,friends,his loving wife Maria,his kids.its so heartbreaking .our deepest sympathy with you all at this time.may he rest in peace . Prayers for you all.Melody,Benito,Anthony Vona

Danielle

September 20, 2021, 12:09 am

Maria, Eddie and Michael,
I’m so sorry. Words cannot express what your family meant to me when we lived in Florida. For those 2 years we were truly family. I loved being around your dad and being part of the restaurant family. Even though we haven’t seen each other in a long time, I think about you all often and I wish you so much comfort and support right now.
We love you!
Danielle Underwood & Family

Benito Vona

September 20, 2021, 1:14 am

Dear Maria, Eddie and Michael my deepest condolences. He was such a wonderful man , he was always there for me and always checking up on me after my father passed . He was there for me and I will be here for all ❤ . We hold a bond special because we love family and food,. Love all ways Benito

Mary Ford

September 20, 2021, 3:34 pm

Maria and family,
We were heart broken hearing the new of Send passing. You family is in our prayers,and on our hearts and mind. He was a one of a kind great guy. He will be missed. Mary and Mil.

Richard and Elaine Turcotte

September 21, 2021, 1:24 am

Dear Maria, Eddie and Michael, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Seb. He was a kind and caring man who will be missed by all who knew him. We will keep each of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Elaine Turcotte

Sheril Halloran

September 25, 2021, 10:06 pm

Dear Maria and Family,

Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Seb. Madison and I are so saddened by this. You are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be truly missed.

Madison and Sheril Halloran

Linda Allshouse

October 12, 2021, 3:54 pm

Maria and family,
Rick and I just heard about Seb and we are so very sorry for your loss. We moved to Tampa and just heard from a family member. Please accept our condolences and may he RIP. We thank you all for the wonderful memories over the many years we celebrated at your restaurant.
Take care,
Linda and Rick Allshouse

Leslie Young

October 15, 2021, 8:56 pm

May God be with you, Maria, Michael, and Eddie, May He hold you in loving embrace as you grieve the loss of
Seb , who made a mark on this world, and as so many good people, he leaves us too early.
May he rest in peace, As we are promised, you will be together again one day.
All of my love,
Leslie

Dave and Pat Hall

October 16, 2021, 4:34 pm

Maria and family, our hearts are broken. You and Seb became like family to us and Seb will be sorely missed. He was taken too soon.
In sympathy and friendship our condolences to you and the family.

Robert Madge

October 18, 2021, 3:29 pm

Bob Madge:
Oct. 18, 2021
As a retired Hollywood Firefighter and former president of our Retiree association, I can speak on behalf of our members in saying we extend our heartfelt sympathies to Maria and the family for this untimely loss of their beloved “Seb”. A few years back, Seb and Maria made a special effort to open their restaurant on a Monday (usually closed) to accommodate a special Celebration of Life for Division Chief William Clark, one of our own. It was an example of the love Seb always showed for the Hollywood community when the occasion came up. Though gone much too early, Seb will live on in the minds and hearts of all who knew him and were humbly served at his tables.

Lourdes and Roger Spitzer

November 9, 2021, 5:43 pm

Oh, how we enjoyed Seb’s cooking with our extended family for so many years. Even my beloved mother who we lost this time last year was able to sample his heavenly eggplant parm! She was always treated like a queen by Seb’s and Maria’s wonderful staff. I always told Maria that I hoped they have their eggplant parm in heaven because I LOVED it so much. For Maria, family and staff our deepest condolences. Love, Lourdes and Roger Spitzer

John & Alison Lawrence from Maine

December 24, 2021, 7:31 pm

To Maria and the family: we returned to Hollywood for the winter last week and went over on Wednesday looking forward to one of your delicious dinners. We were upset to see the restaurant closed and then to learn of the death of your husband back in September. We will miss seeing you.

Bill Schopp

December 31, 2022, 8:02 pm

Maria. I just read the news. I am so sorry for you and loved you guys. You guys had the best Marsala with extra Mushrooms. Sebastian always had a smile on his face and always thanked me. God Bless You

Marco Mirabella

July 21, 2024, 7:53 pm

Maria abbiamo appreso adesso la triste notizia di Sebastiano, ti inviamo le nostre più sentite condoglianze.
Ci siamo conosciuti quando siamo venuti a Miami con Andrea e Rossella della Calabria, e ci avete dimostrato tutto il vostro amore, portandoci in giro, a casa vostra e a mangiare italiano nel vostro ristorante….ci avete fatto sentire a casa, in Italia.
Dio possa consolare i vostri cuori per la grave dipartita. Dio vi sostenga e vi benedica grandemente.
Marco e Elisa, Catania, Sicily, Italy

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