Bologna Family History & Genealogy

Mary Bologna of Port Chester, Westchester County, NY was born on October 3, 1912, and died at age 75 years old in November 1987.

Joseph Bologna, Actor and Playwright Known for ‘My Favorite Year,’ Dies at 82 by VARIETY LOS ANGELES — Joseph Bologna, an actor, writer, and director known for his role in 1982's "My Favorite Year" and for his long collaboration on stage and screen with wife Renee Taylor, has died after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 82. Bologna died Sunday morning at City of Hope in Duarte, Calif. Just last month, Bologna attended a 35th anniversary screening of "My Favorite Year" in Los Angeles. Bologna played the explosive TV star King Kaiser in the backstage comedy inspired by Mel Brooks' experiences as a young TV writer on Sid Caesar's legendary "Your Show of Shows." Image: Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna attend the "Actor's Fund Benefit" in Beverly Hills Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna attend the "Actor's Fund Benefit" on Sept, 12, 1987 in Beverly Hills, California. Ron Galella, Ltd. / WireImage Taylor said Bologna had "a beautiful life and a beautiful death." Bologna died just two days after the couple celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary. Bologna and Taylor co-wrote and starred in the Broadway show "Lovers and Others Strangers" in 1968. The pair then earned Oscar nominations for their screenplay adaptation for the 1970 film starring Gig Young and Bea Arthur. Taylor and Bologna also won a Writers Guild Award for their 1971 movie "Made For Each Other," in which they also starred. In all, the couple co-wrote some 22 plays and collaborated on numerous film and TV projects, including the Marlo Thomas TV special "Acts of Love and Other Comedies," and such series as CBS' "Calucci's Department," HBO's "Bedrooms," and PBS' "American Dream Machine." Bologna and Taylor were introduced by their mutual manager, Buddy Allen. The couple's wedding was held on the stage of "The Merv Griffin Show" and featured on the talk show. Taylor noted that they renewed their vows five times over their half-century together, each time in a different religious ceremony. Image: Joseph Bologna attends the 23rd annual "Night Of 100 Stars" in Beverly Hills Joseph Bologna attends the 23rd annual "Night Of 100 Stars" black tie dinner viewing gala on Feb. 24, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. Tommaso Boddi / WireImage A native of Brooklyn, Bologna grew up in a working-class Italian-American family and went on to serve in the Marine Corps. He then entered the advertising business in the "Mad Men" era. He directed numerous commercials before turning his focus to the stage with Taylor. Bologna's other film credits include 1976's "Woman of the Year," 1984's "Blame It on Rio" and "The Woman in Red," 1985's "Transylvania 6-5000," and 1989's "It Had to Be You." More recently, he lent his voice to 2006's "Ice Age: The Meltdown." Bologna also logged dozens of TV credits over the years, from telepics to sitcoms to dramas. Among the notable made-fors were the 1986 miniseries "Sins" and 1983's "One Cooks, the Other Doesn't." Bologna appeared opposite future "Friends" star Matt LeBlanc in the 1991 "Married With Children" spinoff "Top of the Heap" and also in the 1987-88 dramedy "Rags to Riches." His last TV roles included guest shots on "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," "According to Jim," and "Everwood." Bologna's final project was the upcoming film "Tango Shalom," a comedy directed by his son, Gabriel. The elder Bologna co-wrote the screenplay with Claudio and Jos Laniado and stars alongside Taylor. The couple's daughter, Zizi, served as music supervisor. The family has said that funeral services are being arranged at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills.

Vincent J Bologna of Staten Island, Richmond County, NY was born on September 23, 1919, and died at age 64 years old in December 1983.

John F Bologna of Akron, Summit County, OH was born on March 25, 1920, and died at age 83 years old on April 5, 2003.

John J Bologna of Albany, Albany County, NY was born on November 4, 1925, and died at age 84 years old on May 28, 2010.

Joseph W Bologna of Saint Louis, Saint Louis County, MO was born on December 15, 1921, and died at age 66 years old on February 9, 1988. Joseph Bologna was buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Section GG Site 456 2900 Sheridan Road, in St. Louis.

Joseph Bologna of San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA was born on June 6, 1923, and died at age 70 years old on November 15, 1993.

Joseph Bologna of Pittsfield, Berkshire County, MA was born on June 28, 1920, and died at age 58 years old in February 1979.

Joseph M Bologna of Hewlett, Nassau County, NY was born on October 14, 1922, and died at age 75 years old on September 27, 1998.

Joseph R Bologna of Schenectady, Schenectady County, NY was born on July 22, 1923, and died at age 58 years old in February 1982.

Alfred F Bologna of Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, NY was born on February 7, 1923, and died at age 88 years old on April 30, 2011.

Frank Bologna of Torrington, Litchfield County, CT was born on December 23, 1917, and died at age 59 years old in March 1977.

Frank Bologna of Bronx, Bronx County, NY was born on April 1, 1912 in Italy or San Marino, and died at age 85 years old on May 28, 1997.

Frank Bologna of Baden, Beaver County, PA was born on May 5, 1923 in Italy or San Marino, and died at age 70 years old on September 25, 1993.

Frank J Bologna of Briarcliff Manor, Westchester County, NY was born on September 27, 1918, and died at age 89 years old on January 6, 2008.

Nicholas M Bologna of Palisades Park, Bergen County, NJ was born on May 30, 1913, and died at age 86 years old on July 1, 1999.

Nicholas L Bologna of Flushing, Queens County, NY was born on December 13, 1920, and died at age 73 years old on March 16, 1994.

Nicholas F Bologna of Port Chester, Westchester County, NY was born on January 30, 1919, and died at age 82 years old on October 2, 2001.

Michael A Bologna of Maspeth, Queens County, NY was born on February 13, 1923, and died at age 77 years old on January 2, 2001.

Rocco A Bologna of Greenwich, Fairfield County, CT was born on November 25, 1906, and died at age 92 years old on September 26, 1999.