Alphonse Junior Agovino (JR)
An In-Memory-Of Portrait, Memorializing a Beautiful Soul Who Passed from COVID-19
This portrait honors the life of Alphonse Junior Agovino (JR) who passed from COVID in 2020.
A son, a brother, an uncle, a great-uncle. The second of six siblings.
JR knew the MTA system back and forth. He was a train aficionado.
He loved baseball, and had an amazing sense of humor.
He loved all kinds of food and home cooked meals.
He loved his mother more than life itself. She was his best friend. When he was able to drive, he would take her everywhere having so much fun wherever they went. Visiting relatives, or getting groceries.
When she passed, JR became even closer to his dad. They would eat lunch and dinner together almost every day until his father's passing.
He had a special relationship with each of his family members. For example, he would talk on the phone nightly with one of his sisters. They would always end the call saying, "I love you."
A gentle soul. A rare and beautiful diamond in this world.
He loved everyone, and everyone loved him.
In Her Own Words:
“I cried when I first saw my brother JR's portrait.
It is amazing how Miranda captured the exact essence of my brother JR. I felt like Miranda knew JR for years. She truly takes the time to learn about her subject and takes great care in making sure the portrait honors your loved one. It is evident that she puts her heart and soul into her work.
I am just so grateful to have this beautiful reminder of my brother JR. I owe you a debt of gratitude Miranda, thank you! xo”
— Toni