Photo courtesy of Pittsburg Funeral Chapel - Pittsburg
Pittsburg, California
Jul 24, 1957 – Jun 24, 2020 (Age 62)
Vincent “Vinny” Salvatore Di Maggio Jr. passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at home due to Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease. Vinny was born in Pittsburg, California on July 24, 1957. Vinny attended high school at Pittsburg High graduating in 1975 and lettering in both football and baseball. He attended college at California State University, Sacramento where he earned a B.S. in business marketing in 1980. Vinny worked in sales for 32 years, retiring from Frito-Lay Inc. in 2011.
Vinny was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend.
Vinny was a life-long resident of Pittsburg. He loved duck hunting and following his favorite sports. He had an amazing memory for sports statistics. Vinny was happiest coaching and cheering on his own children in their endeavors whether it was football, swimming, or food plating. Vinny was always happy to see you and never let you leave his home empty handed. He was a great listener, had a zest for life and was the king of wisecracks.
Vinny is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Brenda and devoted children, Vincent III (Natalie and granddaughter Olivia) of Oakley, Dominica Marie (José) of Antioch, and Maryfrances (Alina) of Pittsburg. He is also survived by his stepmother Peggy DiMaggio of Pittsburg, his siblings, Dennis (Sandra) of Connecticut, Denise (Joe) of Antioch, Sally of Elk Grove and Kitty (Anthony) of Oakley, his mother-in-law Jeanne Reilly of Pittsburg, siblings in law Mary of El Cajon, Ingrid of Sunnyvale, Rita (John) of Antioch, Joseph (Lacie) of Orangevale and Peggy (Niels) of Portland as well as many loving nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother, Alvaretta “Babe” DiMaggio, father, Vincent DiMaggio, father-in-law, John Reilly III and brother-in-law, John Reilly IV.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Friday, July 3, 2020 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm with a funeral service at 2:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations be made in Vinny’s name to Lewy Body Dementia Association or Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Read MoreVince is one of the good guys. He would always help people. He always treated people right. He was a kind and considerate person, a good man and a good friend. We worked together at Mark Stein and I have some fond memories. He’s having a great day in heaven. Sorry for the family’s loss.
Jim Keith
August 11, 2020 | Concord, CA | Coworker
Deepest Condolences
Arthur and Carolyn Alatorre
July 03, 2020 | PITTSBURG, CA | Friend
Vinny thank you for your incredible wit and your humor always made me laugh especially when you and spike were cutting up.. Stake out a good place to hunt, see you on the other side .. JP
Jonathan Puckett
July 03, 2020 | Valley Springs, CA | Family
It was always wonderful to see you. No matter where or when you would always make sure to say hello and give us a hug. We will miss that. Fly with the Angels.
Pete and Cynthia Cardinale
July 02, 2020 | Pittsburg, CA | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. No matter how long it had been since our paths had crossed it always felt like it was yesterday. God Bless you Vinny Boom Bah, Thank you.
Fritz McKinley
July 02, 2020 | Chico, CA | Friend
Remembered By
Joseph Arenivar
July 02, 2020 | Pittsburg, CA | Friend
My Dear Friend VINNY.... You are now surrounded by those who you have called out too. Im sure Peter and your Family members were anxiously awaiting your arrival.
You have been a great friend for over 50+ years and I must say you brought a lot of laughter into our lives. Always upbeat and full of life, as evidenced by your awesome smile. You will certainly be missed but knowing that youve entered into the kingdom of God we can rest assured that you have been blessed with the Lords...
Cori Aliotti
June 30, 2020 | Pittsburg, CA | Friend
Vinny, Rest In Peace you are free !! now in the arms of our Heavenly Father safely home. Love you ❤
Thanks for making us laugh!! Feeding us ( kittys neighborhood crew) great deli/salami sandwiches
Barbara
June 29, 2020 | Friend
To Vinny DiMaggio families,
My Deepest Condolences for the lost of a great person and friend, No words can express the sadness in the hearts of everyone, May our Lord Jesus Christ give you all comfort and receive him in his kingdom , Rest In Peace Vinny
Youll be Miss...
God Bless
Joe Arroyo
Joseph Arroyo
June 29, 2020 | San Francisco, CA | Friend