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Brian Vincenzo Obituary
Wilmington - Age 44, passed away suddenly.
Born in Chester, PA, Brian moved to Wilmington, DE in 1989. He graduated from Concord High School in 1992 and served in the US Army National Guard where he was honorably discharged in 1994.
Brian suffered a traumatic brain injury in 1999 and joined the Think First Program of Delaware. While working for this organization, he spoke to school students about his journey through his brain injury and gave advice on how to avoid brain and spinal cord injuries. Brian was a member of the Brain Injury Association of Delaware.
He loved working out and being physically fit. Brian also loved his kitty "Shadow," who brightened up his life. He was very outgoing and sociable, and always had a smile on his face.
Preceded in death by his brother, Jay; Brian is survived by his parents, John and Lynda; brother, Troy (Terry); uncle, James (Diana); aunts, Anna Luka (John) and aunt, Sandy Snyder; nephew, Troy, Jr.; niece, Alexis; and cousin, Keith Wynavage.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Brain Injury Association of Delaware, P. O. Box 1897, Dover, DE 19903.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Vincenzo
John Vincenzo
December 4, 2024
Another year passes without you and Jay. We miss you both.
Love mom and dad
John Vincenzo
December 2, 2023
Another year passes by without you in our lives. We miss you and think about you everyday.
Love
Mom and Dad
Dad &Mom.
December 4, 2022
We miss you Brian
Holidays are not the same without you and Jay
Liz
December 2, 2022
Missing you always
john
August 4, 2021
Happy Birthday Brian
Miss you and Jay more and more every day.
Love Dad
Dad
December 4, 2020
Brian
Another year has passed. Missing the times we spent together, especially with the holidays near.
I always think of when you made your Think First speeches at schools.
I am sure that you made an impression on the kids when they heard your journey through recovery after you TBI. You are an inspiration to all the people you touched
Love Mom and Dad
Elizabeth Cochran
December 3, 2020
Missing you always this time of year.
Lloyd Lewis
December 2, 2020
With a heavy heart knowing your not with us this holiday season. But in fact your in a much better place. May your legacy stay in our hearts until we see you again.
John & Lynda Vincenzo
December 2, 2019
Its been two years since you left us. I think about you every day. I know you were upset and depressed about your life but we never thought we would lose you. I wish I could have done more to help you. Everyone has kind words about you. You touched a lot of peoples lives with your brain injury journey. You turned your life around and became a good person and helped a lot of people.
We miss you so much
Love Dad and Mom
Dad
December 4, 2018
It's been a year since you left us. I think about you everyday. We miss you.
I never told you that the Eagles won the Super Bowl in February. I so wish that we could have watched the game together. You were an Avid Eagles fan.
Doesn't look like a Super Bowl year this season.
Shadow was given to a lady that knows you and she is taking good care of him.
Love
Dad
John Vincenzo
August 4, 2018
Happy 45th Birthday. We love you and miss you very much. You and J J are together now. I wish I could have helped and stopped what happened. We are very proud of you and Jay.
I so wish you were both here with all of us. Love Mom and Dad
Dad
August 3, 2018
Brian
Happy 45th Birthday. I miss you so much and I think of you and Jay everyday. You are both together in heaven. I so wish that I could have done something to save both of you.
I am proud of both of you. The best sons a father could have. Watch over your brother, Troy.
Marla Glendening
January 26, 2018
I am truly saddened and shocked hearing of Brian's passing. I used to date Brian and we kept in touch once in a while on Facebook. He was a great guy always smiling and he had shared with me a lot of his thoughts and feelings about life. We would get into debates about things....lol I remember how cold he kept his house and begging him to turn it up. Oh no he wouldn't. I was dressed for the outdoors to keep warm.
He will be greatly missed by all who've known him and his smile.
I am sorry for your loss Mr. and Mrs. Vincenzo and family.
Marla Glendening
carol burk
January 2, 2018
oh john i am so sorry.my heart aches for all of you.you did all you could for brian john.he is finally at peace. now you try and find some peace knowing that. love carol
John Vincenzo
January 1, 2018
I miss you more each and every day. I miss your phone calls, I miss seeing you every day. You were so much a part of my everyday life. It will never be the same again. I don't know how deal with all I have to do. You have a family who loves very much and I wish I could have done something to help you. I will see you and Jay some day. Love Dad
Sara S.
December 15, 2017
Brian and I worked together at the Brandywine YMCA for several years. He was a positive man who I enjoyed talking to about everything - from working out to day to day life. He had a warm soul and was respectful to everyone person he met. I wish his family peace and love at this difficult time.
Pat
December 14, 2017
My husband and I had the wonderful gift of meeting Brian when he worked at Trader Joe's. As everyone has unanimously expressed, he was always so friendly. It's the first thing you noticed about him, his friendliness and his smile that beamed like sunshine as his eyes lit up when he saw customers he knew and liked. He was sooooo special. He and I had a chance to share conversation on several occasions. I am saddened by this news, but I know his spirit, which is indomitable, will live on forever. Now he is everywhere never restricted by time or space. Now he is only a breath away. I Thank God for the Blessing of having met Brian. I hope a home has been found for his cat. I know he loved that cat and I remember him smiling as he told my husband and I he had gotten a cat. he was like a new dad bragging about his baby (smiles). God Bless you (his family, friends and all who knew and loved him). Another Angel watches over us all~~~~~
Elaine Porter
December 13, 2017
My thoughts prayers and love are with the entire Vincenzo families at this most difficult time.xoxo
Hasko
December 11, 2017
Thank you for your service and sacrifice, Patriot.
December 11, 2017
We are deeply saddened and send our heartfelt condolences to Brian's family and friends. He was a special part of our BIA group and we will dearly miss his humor, smile and sweet personality. May he rest in peace.
The Cody Family
Tracey Landmann
December 9, 2017
Brian's sincerity recently helped bring coping with brain injury into sharp focus during a meeting with the DHSS secretary and some of her coworkers. His wording was carefully, expertly, and honestly chosen. One's own perceived deficits are never easy to discuss, but Brian's wish to ease the discomfort of others overcame his pride. That was Brian. Helping others was paramount.
Virginia Corrigan
December 9, 2017
Brian was a sweet man. He was a passionate speaker for ThinkFirst Delaware. I'm sure he saved many lives. I loved working with him and I grew to love him. I will miss him terribly.
December 9, 2017
Brian always brought brightness to our group meetings and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Vincenzo Family through this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you.
My deepest sympathy,
Shelia Himes - BIAD Group
Sandra Morl
December 9, 2017
I have such fond memories of working with Brian at the Y. He was such an inspiration. His smile brightened my day. We would talk about so many different things, funny stuff, serious stuff, he would ask my advice, I would ask his. He was a good friend.
I will keep the Vincenzo family in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful person.
Sam I
December 9, 2017
Brian... I will miss you greatly! You will forever be in my heart. We had lots of laughs at work together that I will never forget! I will always remember coming over your house after work and all the fun we had! I truly hope you have found happiness and peace finally! If anyone deserves this it is truly you. To a great guy with a huge heart and contagious smile, may you rest in peace!
Samantha
December 8, 2017
I am so sorry to hear this. Brian always greeted me with a smile, at the Y and then at Trader Joe's. Such a nice guy. He will be missed.
December 8, 2017
We always enjoyed Brian's sense of humor and caring personality and will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Vincenzo family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Beck Family
From the BIAD group
Kathy Hoffman
December 8, 2017
You were my son's best friend, high school buddy, partner in crime, best man at his wedding and always the life of the party. I remember driving you guys to Maine to ski, and how much you all enjoyed being together. We will all miss the guy who was so full of life. God Bless you, Brian and God Bless your family.
Kathy Hoffman
Lisa Thomson
December 8, 2017
My husband and I met Brian at Lane swim club a few years ago. Brian was always upbeat and eager to share his thoughts on a wide range of subjects. My heart breaks for Brian's parents. We will miss his smiling face.
Travis Friedman
December 8, 2017
I'm deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing. I only interacted with this man one time. He was exceedingly friendly, and meeting him resonated with me. He was a nice man. To all his family and friends, I'm so sorry for your loss.
December 8, 2017
We have no words to express how very sorry we are for all of you! God bless Brian May he rest in peace!! Love you guys Ron and Donna
Liz Cochran
December 8, 2017
Brian you had the biggest heart ever. You would do anything for any of us. I for 1 loved your tattoos, because they meant something to you. I hope that you will find peace in heaven I will never forget our crazy conversations. I will think of you when i see my next cardinal. Til we meet again friend
lloyd lewis
December 8, 2017
Rest in Peace My Brother. You will always be remembered.
December 8, 2017
We spent a good amount of our teen and young adult life together. Many of summers down the shore with your great family and friends. So many memories. This deeply saddens me and hurts my heart to have gotten this news. You always help anyone you could and touch many of lives. This is what we should all shoot for to leave this kind of impact on our loved ones and the world. My your soul rest in peace my brother you will be deeply missed.
Buster
December 8, 2017
To the Vincenzo you are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16
Wanda S. Ohio
Sherry Welch
December 8, 2017
I remember Brian from the YMCA. He gave me exercise tips that I still use to this day and I think of him every time I use the leg press :) Prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Howard Maier
December 8, 2017
I will always consider the Vincenzo family as part of my own, I spent most of my childhood with them and this one really hurts! We had a lot of good times together building ramps, riding bikes and skateboards and hanging out at CN Skate palace! Losing Jay, then Brian's accident, and now losing Brian too, really hurts my heart! My prayers go out to John and Lynda, Troy and his family, may you all find peace and comfort in knowing that they are in a better place, probably fighting and yelling at each other, but Brian and Jay are together again! This one really hurts and I wish I could be there with you all! Much love and my condolences, Howard Maier and family
December 8, 2017
My condolences to the entire Vincenzo family. I'll pray for peace and love in your hearts as you approach the holidays.
Much Love,
April (Helmer) Hall
December 8, 2017
I AM SO SORRY WE NEVER MADE IT TO OUR LUNCH DATE AFTER THE CHRISTMAS SEASON.I REMEMBER THAT FRAIL YOUNG BOY FROM DOWN THE STREET WHO WAS ALWAYS ON THE GO.AND WHENEVER HE GOT HURT WOULD COME TO ME TO FIX HIM UP BRIAN I PRAY WITH ALL MY HEART YOU ARE FINALLY AT PEACE AND YOU AND JAY ARE HAVING A GRAND OLD TIME TOGETHER .I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU. LOVE CAROL
Michael Hoffman
December 8, 2017
Rest in Peace my friend,
Mike Hoffman
Kristie Thomas
December 8, 2017
Thinking of all talks we had when we worked at the Y together and You helping me at Trader joes.
Kristie
Maureen
December 8, 2017
Brian, I will always remember giving you exercise tips at the Y and how you taught me how to balance on the BOSU. Thanks for being a part of my life. May you rest in peace.
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