Holly Ann (Ridge) Buonaiuto

Holly Ridge Buonaiuto, of Orr’s Island, passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 21, 2024.  Daughter of John and Ann Ridge, Holly was born on December 15, 1964 in Portland, ME. After Holly graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School, she went on to study graphic design at Chamberlain Jr. College.  After graduating she started her job at Universal Engineering in Boston, MA where she met her husband Andy.  The couple went on to have two children, Thomas Buonaiuto and Mary Rose “Rosie” Buonaiuto. They were her most proud accomplishment.
Her motherly love and warmth was not limited exclusively to her kids.  Her generous spirit made everyone she encountered feel welcome and like part of the family. She was an incredible advocate and always stood up for others and what was right.
Holly had true creative talent and went on to pursue a variety of professions. Her most passionate line of work was her time as a Master Gardener. She had a strong connection to nature, and was always happiest with her hands in the dirt.
Holly was predeceased by her father John Ridge and her fiery spirit will be lovingly remembered and carried on by her loving husband Andrew Buonaiuto, her children Thomas Buonaiuto, and Mary Rose “Rosie” Buonaiuto, her mother Ann Ridge, brothers Thomas Ridge, and Douglas Ridge, and his wife Joanne Ridge. And countless friends and those who she made feel like family.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday December 15, 2024 at The Orr’s Island School House from 1:00pm-4:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Beacon Hospice, or Gosnell Memorial Hospice House.

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