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Vincent Delmore Obituary
He should be getting ready for football camp this summer. It was his dream to go pro, to be a tight end for the New Orleans Saints.
But an accident Friday brought that hope to an end. Vince, 14, died after being struck by a pickup truck while trying to cross U.S. 1 in Coconut Grove.
''Whenever I looked at him, I saw glimpses of greatness,'' family friend Ramon Estape said at Wednesday's memorial service. ``The saddest part of this is we won't get a chance to see that greatness develop.''
About 400 people filled Plymouth Congregational Church in the Grove to remember Vincent Thomas Delmore. Classmates held hands and wiped away each others' tears.
The service opened with an electric guitar ballad written and performed by one of Vince's friends. Vince's parents, Nick Delmore and Nancy Cliff, brought a CD of his favorite alternative rock songs that played before and after the service. It was the stuff Vince liked to listen to when he was hanging out and skateboarding, like he was Friday night.
He and a few friends spent a few hours skating around Sunset Place in South Miami. Around 11 p.m., Vince took the Metrorail up to the Coconut Grove stop at Southwest 27th Avenue, friends said.
On his way home, Vince stepped into a southbound lane of U.S. 1 and was hit by an oncoming Ford pickup.
The pickup's driver, Lawrence Cook, 48, stopped at the scene and cooperated with investigators, who determined he had the right of way. He does not face charges.
The Rev. Moira McGuinn asked mourners Wednesday to keep Cook in their prayers. She also asked people to pray for Mary Sander, who was passing by the scene and tried to give Vince aid.
''She stopped right there and held him,'' McGuinn said.
Vince's friends remembered him as a kind soul who liked to joke around, liked music, liked to play sports, liked girls.
Alex Uslar, a classmate who was with Vince all day Friday, said his friend told him something that day that will stay with him forever.
''He said that the past few days had been the best days of his life,'' Alex said. ``It's nice to know that he died happy.''
Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Delmore
31 Entries
May 19, 2021
Never forgotten!! Rest In Peace my friend
May 19, 2021
Dear Vince,
It's been fourteen years. Fourteen years ago today... you were taken from us. For the past fourteen years, I've thought about you on this day and the day before, May 18th, as that was the last day I would ever be able to see you again. I feel as though those two days have stood still in the grand scope of time for me. It's as if May 18th will always land on a Friday for me and the 19th a Saturday. I remember your laughter and smile. I remember your jokes and intense stare within kind eyes. It goes without saying, but I miss you. I know a lot of us miss you. A lot has happened over the course of fourteen years, a lot of friends have left us, too. As I write this, my mind goes into an instant replay of the past. I see you again. I hear you again. I can't make sense of my feelings or what I want to say anymore without getting into my feelings too much. It's been fourteen years, my dear friend, but it still feels like I'm the person I was back in 2007 as I write this and think of you. I'll leave it at this: I love you and I miss you.
Sincerely,
A friend
March 19, 2021
I miss you Vince
August 4, 2018
Can't believe it's been 11 years, still think about him
May 7, 2018
11 years. Still remembered. Still missing the wonder boy in our lives.
February 19, 2008
this is so hard for me it took me this long to sign this guest book i couldnt hardly bare to even be at the memorial servica and still cry wen i see his myspace page i visitted kennedy to see the plaque and i just sat there all day crying im sure people were wonder what i was doing crying all day under that tree! lol oh well. My heart goes out to his family his birfday is coming and i know it will be hard for you.
Kimberly Ramirez
October 2, 2007
Ah, wow. Well, although I knew vince for the last few months of school. I felt like I knew him my whole life. Because there's no one close to being like him. He was the type of person that made you feel so warm and close. All day he had a smile on his face and he was great. The time I got to spend with him was great and Ill never forget him. He was different from all other people. But it shows us that we have to live everyday like its our last, because your life can be taken away in just a matter of seconds.I remember how he'd say he was going to be the best football player in the world. And nothing, or anyone will ever stop him from acheiving his goal.
I was so surprised when I heard what happened. I got a call, that saturday, and she read me the article on miamihearald.com and i just broke down crying. It was all I can do. And I hope that when its my time, Ill get to see him. And tell him how much I love him, and I miss him.
Nehemiah Magney
August 3, 2007
I meet Vince in 1st grade and became good friends with him. In fourth grade i went to a difrent school and did not see him as much. I now live in Beffalo, NY and though thousands of miles were between us i never forgot him. He will live on forever in my mind as he was the day he died, forever fourteen.
Mary Remon
July 10, 2007
To everyone, especially Vince's friends from school,
Please do not forget this family. Continue to call and visit his parents, Nick and Nancy. This is just the beginning for them, and their house is starting to get quiet now. They are very warm people with big hearts. It will mean so much if you continue to stay in touch over time, and fill their home with love, life and happy memories. Thank you for being such good friends to Vince, and for continuing to reach out to his family.
With love and gratitude from a neighbor who loves them
anna firpi
July 6, 2007
Everytime I drive by US 1 and 27th Ave. I think of this young man. God bless him always. We have not forgotten him.
Natalie Melendez 8th Grade
June 6, 2007
I met Vince when I was the new girl at Ponce De Leon Middle School. We both took the same school bus to school and back home. He was a close friend of mines we had so many goodtimes that I can't make it fit in my memories...He taught me how to throw a football and he told me I was such a good singer he gave me confidence and made me laugh. This was my first friend I ever lost in my life. My question was always why him and why so soon. He is always in my mind before I go to sleep I dream of him being alive again but a dream is nothing but a dream I guess. I'd always remind my self that if I had a chance to share at least 10 words with him...they'd be I love you.I miss you Vince your always in my heart and never apart...
Rick Socarras
June 3, 2007
I met Vincent walking my dogs. He was having knee trouble and so was I. I would always see him and speak with him just to say hello and chat for a moment. Very nice young man. God Bless to everyone close to this tragedy. We all miss you and think the world of you because you are a great and very nice guy.
Curt Chavoustie
May 30, 2007
I met vince last year during the summer, at camp and he was one of the funniest kids I've ever met... Anything he said constantly made me burst into laughter... I wish I could've kept more in touch with him... RIP vince, we'll all miss you
Mary Seander
May 29, 2007
Dear Nancy and Nick,
My prayers will be with you both always...
What a wonderful young man Vince was, the amount of love shown from his family and friends is so overwhelming.
Draw strength from your hearts and cherish all the beautiful memories of your son forever.
Sadly,
Mary Seander
Sheri and Jim
May 28, 2007
I recall eagerly anticipating Vince's birth and thinking how lucky he was to be welcomed by so many caring souls. As it turns out, how lucky we were, to have such a bright star in our lives!
I recall how enthusiastic and eager he was to get on with life, even as an infant and a toddler. He always had a big smile, and like our son, ran instead of walking. "The 3 Muskateers, "Shaina, Thomas, and Vince, spent their early years together as "siblings," sharing, or should I say exhausting, their ever patient babysitter, Catherine. In spite of their high energy levels, end of the day reports usually reflected how much fun was had, and brought at least a chuckle, if not gales of laughter as the daily antics were reviewed.
Throughout the years, when Vince and Thomas saw each other, there was hugging, laughing, and catching up. Now, we feel sadness and regret that we didn't spend more time together. 14 years doesn't seem long enough.
We will all miss Vince, with his old soul, big heart, sparkling eyes, infectious smile, and what could have been.
Thoughts, prayers, love and comfort to Nick, Nancy, their family members, and Vince's friends.
Joe Marinaccio
May 28, 2007
I was driving home Friday night, going south on US1 towards Coconut Grove where I live. I saw all of the lights from the cops cars, but I turned off to avoid everything. Yesterday, more than a week later, I was out on a walk and I saw the flowers and memorial memorabilia placed there on the sidewalk, and I knew right away what had happened. My heart goes out to you, his family and I hope you have strength and peace throughout your lives, and know that Vincent's spirit will live on with you forever. May you have an abundance of friendship to sustain you.
Sandra Larson
May 26, 2007
Vince touched my heart the most of any pre-school child in my classroom. I think of Vince, often. He was so very special even at age 3, the most determined and the very brightest! My thoughts & prayers to you Nancy and Nick.
Migdalia E.
May 25, 2007
wow vince ill miss you in school we all will!i just hope your in a better place now!
Carmen Saez
May 25, 2007
to the parents of this young man, may the lord fill you with peace and comfort in this sad time in are life. as a parent i pray that you continuet to thank the lord for your 14 yrs with your son and remember the happy time and the love you had for one another.
again may the lord pour peace and joy in your hearts
god bless a parent also
god bless
cynthia samuel
May 25, 2007
r.i.p. vincent delmore u are now n a better place!!!
helen contreras
May 25, 2007
vince was my best friend,i loved him so much and now his gone.i miss him!i never got to tell him how much he might to me and i loved him!
anna firpi
May 25, 2007
I have not been able to stop thinking about Vince. I also have a 14 year old boy. God Bless Vince and give his parents strength.
Charlene Jones
May 25, 2007
Dearest Vincent, you are one of God's many flowers being picked from a tree, you see you're not gone you're just free, keep walking in the light ,and hold on Jesus will be there you'll see.
Lorie Strait
May 24, 2007
I did not know Vince but followed his life from a distance from the joy of his birth through his growing up years. I wish for Nancy and Nick the support of another power to be able to survive such profound devastation.
Josiane Abel
May 24, 2007
I never met Vince but I knew him -- the love that he inspired and the love that he recieved from you Nancy was palpable.
My heart breaks for you and Nick. The service in celebration of Vince's life was the embodiment of forgiveness and acceptance.
Yes... you are loved. And yes ... your strenght,forgiveness and acceptance have set the bar so high that we cannot help but try to be a little bit better people today than we were yesterday ... kinder, more patient, more loving and MORE CAREFUL -- it is all so fragile.
My love to you. Your family -- Nancy, Nick and Vincent in my thoughts and prayers.
Arlene Morton, Treasurer, Ponce Middle School
May 24, 2007
I knew you as the kid who loved to play with his skateboard afterschool right outside my portable and who came to get deliveries for his teachers. You seemed to love life.You will be missed.
nitza Perez
May 24, 2007
Vince,I didn't get to meet you personally but, through your parents and through your hundreds of friends,I feel as if I knew you well. You're a beautiful soul that made a difference in those whose live you touched, and even those of us who knew you through others. Your spirit will continue to live in those who love you.
Miami Jackson football team
May 23, 2007
Our Prayers go out to the family. We are very sorry this happen and wish all the best from here on out. We hope the family will stay strong and remeber the good times. Our prayers and condolences are all extended.
Miami Jackson Football
Mary and Miguel Remon
May 23, 2007
Vince, may you rest in peace. We will miss you. Nick and Nancy, please know that we love you and are here for you always.
"Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light; Where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; To be understood as to understand; To be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; It is in pardoning that we are pardoned; It is in dying that we are born to eternal life."
Krystal Taylor
May 23, 2007
I love you Vince. You were the best friend that any student in Ponce would want as a friend. You have been there for me alot of times. I am very happy that you can help me out here. I am really glad to call you my friend. The best thing that I liked about you, was your sence of humor. You always kept a smile on my face when I am always sad, mad or not even in the mood you always kept a smile on my face. I love you. Enjoy Heaven.
Love Krystal
D Nelcomer
May 23, 2007
Only the good die young.
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