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Vincent Sarra Obituary
1933 - 2012
On Saturday August 18, 2012, Vincent dePaul Sarra, 79 passed away peacefully in his home town of Gulf Breeze, FL with his wife, children and grand children by his side.
Vincent was born to Minnie Hauer and Steen Sarra on June 16, 1933 at Sacred Heart Hospital. He was educated at St. Michael's Parochial School, Catholic High School and Spring Hill College. He was an inspiration to all and was known for his integrity, his character and his extraordinary sense of humor.
His lifelong hobby was playing music. He played Bluegrass music with the White Sands Panhandle Band for 20 years. They played popular venues across the nation, but his favorite stages were the Sunray Taco Shop and Paddy O'Leary's Irish Pub.
He was a member and past president of the Pensacola Civitan Club and the Exchange Club. Vincent was also a member of the Knights of Columbus where he achieved a fourth degree status.
Everyone close to Vincent knew he was an avid sports fan. In 1978 he served as the GBSA commissioner of girls softball and he served as a coach for his children's team sports. If Vincent wasn't telling jokes he was bragging about all of his grandchildren's athletic ability.
He was a member of the St Ann's Catholic Church for the past 46 years and previously served on the church Parish Council.
He is survived by his wife Billie Jean Burke Sarra, and his children: Michael Q. Sarra and wife Tina, Susan A. Sarra Knapp and husband Craig, Sandra A. Sarra and Kim Vallia, Stacey A. Sarra, J. Paul Sarra and his wife Michelle; ten grandchildren Elizabeth, Kristen, Kyle, Kevyn, Christopher, Kaylen, Haleigh, Nikki, Xan, and Stella; one great grandchild Josie, and his brother Michael H. Sarra.
A memorial mass will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Gulf Breeze, FL Wednesday, August 22 at 11:00 am followed by a reception at the church hall. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his honor may be made to the American Heart Association, 4400 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32504 and the American Cancer Society 5401 Corporate Woods Drive, Pensacola, FL 32504.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Sarra
Stephen Donnelly
August 15, 2022
Vince Sarra and I met when we both went to work for the
Pensacola U.S. Post Office in 1957, we later fished, played
ball and visited at my house on several occasions to hear
his jokes and listen to him play his guitar and sing, he was a great friend and an entertainer. I have one of his
C D's that he gave me with music of the Pan Handle Band. I will never forget the times he and I spent together. God bless him and his family.
Civitan Clubs NW Florida
January 1, 2021
Offering our sincere condolences on the loss of Vince. Godspeed.
Teresa
August 16, 2020
Much love Stacey & Stella!
JOANNE POLLOCK
October 17, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Serra family.
We resided in Pensacola area for 10 yrs, and left 2004.
Now we are back....LOVING this are more than San Antonio and South Texas.
We now have a home in the Gulf Shores area...although our hearts lie with Pensacola/Pensacola Beach.
Before moving here we came to visit my sister and she resided on the island at the time.
Our first place she took us for dinner was the Sun Ray Taco Shop on the beach it was te first beach bar/restaurant we went to.
Then it moved to the boardwalk...and we went there.
We will always cherish the memories and wanted to let the family know how much we loved the Sun Ray.
Joanne & Randy
IL/Gulf Shores
Stephen Donnelly
September 8, 2012
My sincerest expression of sympathy goes
out to B.J. and all members of the Sarra
family. Vince was a good friend of mine, he and I started working at the
downtown Post Office on the same Day,
September 13, 1957, Vince came to my
home played his guitar and could tell
one joke after another. In later years
I did not have the opportunity to spend
more time with Vince and B.J. as I had
gone into Federal Law Enforcement and
moved around the country. May my friend
Vince rest in peace, he will be missed
by many.
August 27, 2012
To the whole Sarra family, we are so sorry for your loss. Keep playing music and Vince's spirit will live on. Much love and sympathy to you all. Greg and Martha(Villar)Tringas.
August 26, 2012
My mama Minnie loved her cousin Vincent! We took her to Pensacola once where he was playing music!! We surprised him! I know y'all will miss him! So sorry.
Judy Floyd Brown
August 26, 2012
My Mother, Minnie, was Vincent's cousin and she thought the world of him. My heart goes out to all of his family.
Corry & Kelsea Olson
August 24, 2012
Mike, Tina and the Sarra Family - Sad to hear of the passing of Mike's dad. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
August 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember the good times with Vince. He will be sorely missed.
Richard and Linda Fowler
American Heart Association
August 23, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Mary Bedard
August 23, 2012
This is Mary from Paddy O' Learys,it was such a pleasure to wait on the Sarra family after the mass at the pub and it truly was a celebration of life. I just wanted to say I felt the love in that room with all the family ..and I'm glad I got to work the wake at Paddy's and be a part of that.Wow how one person can leave such a wonderful legacy ,we all can only hope to have that many people show the outpouring of love at our own demise.Glad I got to work yesterday and be a part of the Sarra family memorial celebration.
Beverly Schultz
August 22, 2012
My thoughts,prayers and love are with you all. I remember Vince with many smiles...and as a great neighbor and friend.
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