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Vincent Arcadi Obituary

ARCADI-Vincent Of Lancaster, NY, January 3, 2007, loving father of Angelo J. Arcadi; brother of John (late Darleen) and the late Dolores Weimer and Angelo Arcadi; also survived by a niece, nephew and cousins. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Of Pompeii Church, Saturday morning at 9:30. No prior visitations. Arrangements by WENDEL & LOECHER INC.

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Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Arcadi

35 Entries

Randy Meidenbauer

January 29, 2007

Vincent was a great guy and fun to be with--I was lucky enough to see him this Thanksgiving and even with his illness, he was positive and in good spirits wanting to get back to "racing". That's how I will always remember him--the man of action!! Our sympathies to his family in this time of sorrow. Randy and Bernice Meidenbauer

Robert Fitchlee

January 26, 2007

John & Family, My God be with you at this time of sorrow, our prayers are with you.

Roni Sue

January 23, 2007

My Dearest Vincent:

I feel that now is the time for me to somehow put to words the heartache I feel since you left us all. It seems crazy, by somehow by leaving an entry in this book it feels like I can talk to you like you are still here. It has been very hard to find a way in the past few weeks to stop crying and longing for you to call or text me with a "HEY BUM, WHAT ARE YOU UP TO?" I want to get past the tears and the choked up feeling all the time, but it just is very hard to imagine my world without you in it.

We have had many years of time together. Some good and then some not so good. Normal huh? I don't think people really understood our relationship, but that was ok, we had a bond, a comradery, a friendship, a love, all unique and all ours.

This all was not what was in "the master plan", this shouldn't have happened! It's not fair....we talked for hours and said these things when you first found out you were sick. You were very scared, so was I. We cried for hours at a time, hugging and comforting each other when no one was around so that we could appear strong. We both knew it was serious and terminal, but somehow It never really seemed real.It never felt like you truly were going to die and be gone forever. It was just a bad dream we would all wake up from.

I never got to say goodbye to you before you left, and that is what is haunting me. The guilt for me getting ill at a time when I know you needed me, hurts. I feel like I let you down. You were more worried about me than yourself all the way to the end. I guess that was one of the things you did, because that was just you.

You took care of everyones problems, or at least tried to offer solutions and options. You were one of the most talented and knowledgeable people I have ever met. There wasn't anything you couldn't do or couldn't figure out. Then if you didn't know something, you didn't stop until you got the answers.

You were the glue that held "our group" together (we all know who we are...) 79 Lake Ave. was the club house where safety in numbers existed. A place for friends to help each other through tough times in confidence. A place to laugh, talk, dream,have a glass of wine, and make things happen. Even though you are gone, I promise I will try to keep the bonds of friendship with those people alive. I know that is what you would have wanted.

You were a loving, gentle and A kind man. Your family and friends cherished you. You had a smile so big and bright that it would light up the world and every person around you. You were respected by your peers and business associates. My children adored you. They will always remember you and the love you showed to us all for years.

VINCENT, YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND, IRREPLACEABLE FOR SURE!!

THE RACE CAR...how do I even approach this subject? Every time I see that trailer still in the driveway, it feels like you are still here. Like you maybe just pulled in from a long road trip. I will miss the team, the fun, the excitement we all had. It was the love of the sport and the longing to "make something happen" that was so cool. You were a talent just starting to reach your full potential. There was a gift to your style and techniques as a driver. You would have made it to the top. I know because you had the guts, the drive and the determination to do it. Not many people take a chance and reach for their dreams. You did. The team was great, the car was ready, now if we had only had a little more cash,watch out Vinny Arcadi was going to be at the top.

P.S. The pictures I did with the car (you made me do it! remember?) were cool and fun no matter what! All the talk? (surprized? ahh...nope!!)

The loss of your companionship is going to be devastating. I am not quite sure how or when I will ever recover from the loss of one of the most influential and important men in my life. I promise to live the rest of my life trying every day to be the woman you would be proud of. Strong and independent like you would have expected. When I feel like giving up or quitting because the times are getting tough, I am going to look up to the sky and ask you to help me.

I know you will, because that is what you do......

I MISS YOU AND THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY. I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER ......XXOO

Vincents 49th Birthday

January 8, 2007

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Vincent,Jennifer,Elizabeth

January 8, 2007

Cynthia Manning

January 8, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to Angelo, John and the rest of Vinny's family. He was a person who enjoyed life and touched many others along the way. At least in his life he was able to experience his dream - racing!

Dean

January 8, 2007

Vincent is my little Uncle, the baby of the family,as we called him. My kid's Great Uncle, My Grandchildren's Great Great Uncle.How our family grew in such a short time! Vinny was 4 years younger than i am, but I can't sum up 50 years here.

We were raised by our parents as a very close family who cared about each other and it meant a lot to all of us growing up. But when it came to Vincent and I we were more than family, we were friends too. Thats the way we were raised. we grew up together and we did things growing up good and bad... (the stories that could be told!)

We fought like family and friends do too, but we did care about each other and we both knew that I loved you Vincent. Even when I wanted to bust your nose at times.

Vincent was a good uncle, a good friend, a good man (and friend) to most who knew him. I do need to say that one of the reasons I wrote this is in Memory of my mother, Vincent's sister Dolores Arcadi ( I miss you mom!!)We all as family and friends said goodbye to Vincent on Saturday January 6th 2007, my family and friends also said goodbye once again to Dolores Arcadi ( my mother) who passed away January 6th 2002. Mom, you now have your little brother back again.

As I say this with tears in my eyes and my hands shaking, you both will be missed greatly.

Love you mom, Love you Vinny...
Watch over all of us now, we need you to.

Brian Caradori

January 7, 2007

My condolences to Angelo and John. I grew up with Vinny knee high to a grasshopper. Vinny, my brother Leo, and Me(six steps behind them) walking down Lake Ave, stopping at his Dad's Como Lounge for a pop. I remember Vince driving me up and down his driveway in a car his dad bought him called a Little Indian. I think he was 8 or 9 - and there starts the Racing Career! We had great times on Lake ave and I always looked up to Vince when I was a kid and 30+ years later I looked down on him from the Lancaster Speedway Grandstands as he drove past me at 200 MPH!!-What a Ride & seeing Vince on ESPN was more than awesome! He will be missed by so many people from so many avenues because he succeeded at so many things respecting everyone along the way!

BARB ROLL

January 6, 2007

Angelo ouer prayers are there for you and if you need anything we are here for you. We will miss watching your dad at the track. Love Aunt Barb,Uncle Wayne & Allen Roll

Michael Leanne Duleck

January 6, 2007

Angelo,john and the rest of the famile our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron and Pam Sortisio

January 6, 2007

Angelo, John & Family, we are so very sorry for your loss.
I met vince just about 10 years ago. Started out by buying diecast from him and quickly became friends. I use to be at this house everyday helping pack boxes and take orders and lisa use to make us dinner every nite and on weekends we would go to the flea market and to Dizzys.We took a trip to philly in the little yellow bus he bought. He taught me everything about the business and soon sold it to me so he could go do his dream of racing the Nitro Funnycar. He was a big brother and a mentor and a friend to me. I took so much pleasure in seeing him race knowing that it was he dream to be doing it. He was truly one of the good guys in this world. We were blessed to know him and call him a friend and we are gonna miss him so so much.

Krystal Schall

January 5, 2007

Dear Angelo, John, and the rest of Vince's family and friends,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of mourning. Vince's smile always seemed to brighten our day and his personality left a lasting impression on our hearts. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.

All our thoughts and prayers,
Bank of America's Lancaster Depew Team
Lisa, Krystal, Jennifer, Lori, Donna, & Tara

Ken Snyder & Amy Vranich ( East Bethany, NY) ~ LaVern & Marie Snyder

January 5, 2007

To Angelo and the family of Vincent, he will always be with you. Look to the sky if ever in need of comfort in your time of loss. Memories are more than preciuos at this time.

Lyn and Thom Braun

January 5, 2007

Vinny was a great man and a great friend, with whom we have many fond memories of! Our thoughts are with his family. Vinny always had a smile on his face, a smile is what we will do every time we think of him. We will miss him alot!

Vicki Faul

January 5, 2007

Angelo, My prayers are with you and the rest of the Arcadi family. You ever need me I will be there. With all my Love Aunt Vicki

Christine Pratt

January 5, 2007

Vincent hope you, Delores, and Jimmy have one on me. With loving
memories of you.

Christine

Kelly Houser

January 5, 2007

Angelo I never had a chance to meet your dad, but we had some good times watching him on the speed channel. I will see you when you get back home. Stay strong. Sorry for your loss. Your friend Kelly.

Cheryl Roll

January 5, 2007

Vincent, of all our years together, my favorite, and one that will stay with me always goes back to March 1978. The first time you met our son. The most amazing connection was made as you both looked into each others eyes. I cried, you cried. I will cry for awhile longer now, I know you are with the family again. I will see you there when its my time. Love you always, Cheryl.

Jay Lewis

January 5, 2007

I met Vincent four years ago and I quickly came to realize that I had become friends with a hard working, honest and sympathetic man. I went on to crew chief his funny car for him over the next four years. During that time we developed a special kind of bond and we never once had a cross word to say to one another. My wife (Sheri) and my father (Sam) grew very fond of Vincent, as I believe he did of them. Vincent and myself shared many special moments at the racetrack and away from the track. I am extremely privileged to have been apart of Vincent’s life and I mourn the loss of him along with the rest of his family and friends.

Love Jay & Sheri Lewis (Dinwiddie, VA.)

Lisa J Costa (Zotara)

January 5, 2007

Rest in Peace Vincent..Thank you for all the memories I have of you over my lifetime. I will miss you.

Joe and Lorrie Falasca

January 5, 2007

God's strength and blessings to you all. Our deepest sympathies to Vinny's family and friends. We are IHRA Top Sportsman racers and became huge fans of Vinny's last year and always rooted for him. He was one of the nicest people we had the pleasure of meeting. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to you all.

Melissa Maouad

January 4, 2007

To the family of Vince,
Stay strong during your time of grief. May all the wonderful memories stay dear to your heart with each passing day.
My dad thought the world of Vince and NEVER had a bad word to say about him. He'de do anything to help him out, as too would Vince.
I would occasionally see Vince at my dad's house (Jake), and Vinny always greated me with his great big smile!
Keep Smilin' Vince, there's alot to smile about up there!

Ricky & Jessie Jezierski

January 4, 2007

Angelo, John & Family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Vinney was a special person to our whole family & we're going to miss him alot. He always made us feel important at the races, like we were a part of the team! He was a cool guy. It's going to be sad without him here. He may be gone...But NEVER will he be forgotten! Rest in Peace Vinney

Crystal Jezierski & Jason

January 4, 2007

Angelo, John, Jen, Family & Friends..our deepest sympathy. Vinney was loved and will be missed by so many, he had a way of touching so many peoples lives. His great sense of humor made him fun to be around. We're glad to have been a part of his life. He was a good person to everyone. Be proud of who he was and his accomplishments, we are! God Bless You in this very difficult time.

LYNN & CHUCK CONTE

January 4, 2007

TO THE ARCADI FAMILY, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. V WAS A MAN WHO WENT FOR HIS DREAM.{DRAG RACING} HE WILL GREATLY BE MISSED BY US. CHUCK & LYNN LUV YOU V....

Angelo, Vinney & Rick - Christmas Day 2006

Rick & Sandy Jezierski

January 4, 2007

Angelo, John, Family & Friends,our deepest sympathy, we greive with you. Our thoughts and prayers are now and always will be with you. Vinney was a very special part of our life, best friends are hard to come by. There are no words to say how much we love him and will miss him deeply, we have so many wonderfull memories to keep. Here for you always, your extended family. "REST IN GODS ARMS VINCE",
"I LOVE YOU BUDDY".

John Murnan & family

January 4, 2007

Our thoughts to Vinny's family and friends in your time of grief. Vinny was a friendly, competitive guy who I only knew a short time, but his personality made me a fan, and I considered him a friend. I will miss him, and hope that he is racing his funny car in a better place now.

kay white

January 4, 2007

Vincent was a guest in our home last year. We were delighted to have that little happy time with him. Love to his friends and family. Keep your chin up...that's where the angels are!

Angelo and Nancy Gallo

January 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
We will cherish our memories
always...

donald errett

January 4, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to Vinny's family. Don Errett and the entire Staff at Bank of America's Depew Transit Team.

Angelo and Nancy Gallo

January 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
As only time can help you to heal.
We will cherish our memories always...

Jim & Marla Reid

January 4, 2007

Our deepest sympathy is extended to Vinnmy's family and friends.Vinny was a great competitor and always was a hometown favorite. He will be greatly missed by fans, fellow competitors, and the staff and crew at Lancaster Raceway Park.

Ginny Milbrand

January 4, 2007

Vince was my friend and my boss for 8 Yrs. Those were 8 very memorable years, which I enjoyed very much.
Now Vince is back with his Mom, I will always remember them both with a smile. Rest in Peace Vince.

Eva Martino

January 4, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories comfort you. Vinni was a good friend and I will truely miss him.

Susan Long (Tracy)

January 4, 2007

My sorrow to the family and friends of Vinny, he was a very kind and good man and always will be remembered as that. He will be truly missed by all; but now he is at peace with the Lord.

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