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Vincent Cacace Obituary
On Sunday, August 2, 2020, Vincent A. Cacace, Jr., beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend, passed away at the age of 73. Vinny was born on January 12, 1947 in Bridgeport, CT to Margaret R. (Cullen) and Vincent A. Cacace, M.D. He received his bachelor's degree from Salem College in Salem, WV and a master's degree from the University of Bridgeport. Vinny was a school administrator who enjoyed a long career with the Bridgeport Public School system. On July 7, 2012, he married Audrey Makar in Pompano Beach, FL.
Vinny's defining characteristic was laughter — he created it everywhere he went. His humor was spontaneous, observant, infectious; it was never cruel, though it could sometimes veer to the off-color. His family hopes that, as you read this, you're remembering one of Vinny's famously funny stories or jokes with a smile on your face and laughter on your lips. His phone calls, and there were many calls to many friends and loved ones, opened with an exuberant, "Ey yo!" He was always asking after how you were and telling you he was rooting for you. Vinny had your back. An accomplished boxer, Vinny shared his love of the Sweet Science with countless competitors, friends and students over his many years in the ring.
Vinny was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret R. (Cullen) and Vincent A. Cacace, M.D. He is survived by his loving wife Audrey Makar of Pompano Beach, FL, his sisters Rosann Madan of Boston, MA and Ellen Maxwell of Fairfield, CT, brothers-in-law Anil Madan and Tom Maxwell, nieces Ellen Sarah Ronnenberg of Charlotte, NC and Anjolie Madan of New York, NY, and nephew Thomas F. Maxwell III of Washington, DC.
Due to Covid-19, a memorial service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, Vinny's family asks that donations be made to Big Dog Ranch Rescue (www.bdrr.org). Arrangements entrusted to the Parente-Lauro Funeral Home, 559 Washington Ave., Bridgeport. To sign an online guest book or to send private condolences, please visit www.parentelauro.com
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Gene Seeber
July 30, 2024
So very sorry to the whole family. Vincent was a great friend at Salem College. Remember many times with Vince and Jim Fahy.
Gene Seeber
Nate Nasser
July 30, 2024
Think of Vinny and miss my dear, wonderful and loyal friend everyday. But what energy, intelligence, fun and joy he brought. Great memories!
Kevin sheehan
February 14, 2022
Dear family, Vinnie was a dear kind friend to me during my most difficult time. He was a wonderful joyful person. I spend many years enjoying his engaging personality at Maplewood School. He was my friend!
Gene Seeber
October 3, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Vinny´s passing we went to Salem together , Vinny was my best man. He was a great friend.
Gene Seeber
mare
February 3, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Cacace was one of my favorite teachers back at Maplewood Junior High. He was a great teacher and caring person. You could tell he cared about us and that left and lasting impression which we will carry for the rest of our lives. He always had a smile and went above and beyond. An old school class act. I will add him to my prayers and send the family my deepest sympathies.
Debbie Kunz
September 13, 2020
Audrey, so sorry for the loss of your beloved Vinnie. He had a sparkle in his eyes, and always smiled when he greeted you, and managed to make A comment about something that cracked you up. When my brother died in Stamford, he sent a beautiful floral arrangement. We were friendly and he was a co-worker; so sending flowers told me a lot about what a good guy he was. RIP Sweet Vinnie.
Cathy Rubano
August 9, 2020
Mr. Cacase was always smiling! I met him when he was teaching at St
Raphael and he always stopped to see me when I worked.on the weekends at Subway during high school. Lots of laughs! And, he was the cool teacher in the blue Corvette. My sincerest sympathy and prayers, Cathy Rubano
Bill Band
August 9, 2020
I first met Vinny in Pompano Beach, and we hit it off immediately. He always enjoyed a good story, and had plenty of his own to relate back. He was a wonderful man, and I am proud to have been a friend. When you get to heaven Vinny...tell them Chi Chi says hello!
Darlene Puccilli-Voight
August 9, 2020
To the family I'm So sorry for your loss, his Dad Dr. Cacace was my doctor years ago when I was a youngster, My Condolences and prayers to the family, Res in peace
Maria Fratarcangeli
August 7, 2020
Dear Vinny ‘s Family Vinny was one of my favorite customer at Bagel king where I used to work yeats ago! He was so friendly and nice to serve! He used to come every morning smiling and say hi Maria! He willed be Missed by everyone! One time I ran into him at the gas station and he paid for my gas! I didn’t want him to pay but he insited! He was generous! RIP my friend a Vinny!
Russ Redgate
August 7, 2020
Rosann and Ellen, what sad news. Vinny will be in my prayers now and always.
Angela Longo Pelletier
August 7, 2020
My deepest condolences to the Cacace family. My memories of Mr. Cacace go way back to probably one of his first teaching assignments at St. Raphael's School in Bridgeport in the early 70's. I graduated St. Raphael's in 1972. He always made us laugh. His classroom was always a fun place to learn. And oh that red corvette!
Marlene O'Brien
August 7, 2020
My sincere sympathy to Vinny's family. Fifty years ago, Vinny took me to my high school prom. Back in the day,when we were young (and he resembled Dustin Hoffman) we would go cruising in his "little blue corvette", not having a care in the world.
I was saddened to hear of Vinny's passing but was happy to see his smiling face in the obituary. Anyone who knew Vinny had to be touched by his caring personality. Obviously, Vinny was a well liked teacher because he was so genuine in trying to meet the needs of all his students. I am sure that his wife and family have the fondest memories of a truly special man.
Dan McMullen
August 7, 2020
I was a Police Officer assigned you the Police Youth Center where Vinny participated in the boxing program in the mid 70’s, however he went by the name Johnny Miller, said his father was against him boxing and didn’t want him to know what he was up to, great fighter, great person. Rest In Peace Vin.
Al Bauco
August 6, 2020
I am very saddened to hear about Vinny passing. He called from time to time and always made me laugh. We had coffee many mornings at Bagel King and he was the best part of the conversation. I hope he's in heaven talking with all his favorite prize fighters. Rest in peace Goomba.
Kate Farrell Berarducci
August 6, 2020
Shocked and saddened....Vin may u rest in peace...until we meet again.....i am so so very sorry....we had such good times...forever in my heart....xo
Kate Farrell Berarducci
Saeasota Florida
Nate Nasser
August 6, 2020
Vinny was the nicest, funniest, generous and most loyal friend in the world. He always supported and encouraged his friends, students and those around him and - - what a sense of humor!! It was impossible not to have a great time with him. My sincere condolences to Audrey and the Cacace family. Rest in peace, Champ - - my dear friend!! You will always be missed.
Nancy Fabrizi-Miller
August 6, 2020
Mr, Cacace, I was part of a group of students at St. Raphael School in Bridgeport who were your VERY first students ever. A great attachment was born as we moved from grade 5 to 6 to 7 to 7, so did you. For 4 years you were homeroom teacher, math teacher (I still remember most of the quadratic equation), art teacher, geography teacher...but the best classes were The Rocky & Bullwinkle Show, UnderDog, & Mighty Mouse classes with the tv in the library. THAT was fun. You became like a big brother out of school to a smaller group of us, where lifelong bonds were forged, & we are still friends. We all remember with enthusiasm & love. You loved to laugh & joke. You had great stories. You were only 12 years older than us. That was very young for a teacher. So is this. Thank you for being part the best grammar years in the best school anybody could ever experience. Rest in peace.
Nancy Fabrizi a.k a. Fab and Stretch
jim fahy
August 6, 2020
Our days in West Virginia and our Spring breaks in Florida,
our early days of teaching at Saint Raphael's and all the GREAT times we had throughout the years, do indeed bring a smile to my face and a tear to my eye. Rest in peace my good friend, Jim
Nydia Nieves
August 6, 2020
I'll never forget him. He was my favorite 8th grade teacher. I had a crush on him. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord. My condolences to his family. Blessings to all. ♥
Donna Benson Lee
August 5, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Cacace's passing. He was such a cool teacher at Maplewood back in the 70's.
So sorry
Fred M DeVietro
August 5, 2020
R.I.P. Mr. Cacace
You were one of my favorite teachers at St. Raphael's.
Yes I remember your stories of your boxing career as well.
A Golden Gloves boxer for sure..
Richard Petersen
August 5, 2020
Rest In Peace my friend! Memories...
Geraldine Marrocco
August 5, 2020
Vinny was one of my Brother's best friends.. He and Jimmy
Fahy went together at Salem and continued their friendship for many years. Vinny was at many of our family functions and we all loved him . He was always smiling, inviting in his personality and sincere when he met and talked with you. He was far too young to die and my deepest sympathies to his family..
Deb Gallant
August 5, 2020
He was one of my favorite teachers at maplewood jr high RIP
Jack Watcke
August 5, 2020
Rosann very sorry for your loss,may his soul rest in peace
Juan Lopez
August 5, 2020
Good friend. Dependable. ! Vaya con Dios !
Carolyn Vermont
August 5, 2020
Mr. Cacace was my 8th grade teacher at St. Cyril's & Methodist School in Bridgeport, CT. He was a great teacher! May his soul rest in peace!
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