1109. (JOSEPH BONANNO) (1905-2002) Mafia boss of one of the infamous five families crime families of New York City. He was nicknamed Joe Bananas, a name he hated. A neat lot of two items, being two membership cards issued to him: a Knights of Columbus card dated Dec. 3, 1989, for the Council in Hempstead, N.Y., stating that membership dues had been paid. Along with a 1981 National Republic Convention "GOP Victory Fund Sponsor" card, no. 1681026. Each card is accompanied by a COA from Bonanno's daughter-in-law Rosalie Bonanno, who was married to his son Salvatore "Bill" Bonanno. Fine condition, $200 - 300