It didn't go as planned for the Street Renaming of the corner of Morris Park and Bogart Avenues to 'Wil Madonna Way'. The family, the elected officials, and close friends were there, but the official street sign did not arrive in time for the ceremony. Councilman Mark Gjonaj said in his most apologetic way, but also a humorous way that Wil must still be here in spirit because this is something he might have done. Councilman Gjonaj and others who spoke gave revealing thoughts of how William (Wil) Madonna touched their lives, with Gjonaj sadly remembering all the many things that Wil did for him. Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez said that Will taught her many things while he always said after wards that she had done a good job in the assignment she was given. She had to stop at one point, while she wiped away the tears, but almost everyone was teary eyed. Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Wil's sister, his son , and others spoke of all the good things that William Madonna had done for the community and his friends, not wanting anything really in return.
Above - Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez speaks as tears are coming to her eyes, as next to her is a somber Councilman Mark Gjonaj.
Below - Wil's good friend Sonny Vitaj told a few stories of the great times with Wil.
Above - Wil's sister spoke of how committed he was to his community.
Below - Wil's sons echoed the comment their aunt made about Wil's devotion to his friends and community.
As the official street sign did not arrive on time for the ceremony, a dignified temporary sign was put up until the official street sign 'Wil Madonna Way' arrives in a few days.
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