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Victor Ventimiglia Obituary
- - Age 87 August 6, 2018
Beloved husband of the late Virginia. Loving father of Tony (Gail), Sam (Janet), Vic Jr.,(Karen), Ann Marie (Dean) Balsamo and the late Ron (MariLynn). Loving grandfather of 15 and proud great grandfather of 13. Dear brother of Babe Vermiglio and Dolly Patrico. In 1943, Vic and his father founded Tony Ventimiglia & Son Market in The Caclupo area of Detroit. In 1969, with his wife Virginia, founded Ventimiglia Italian Foods on Eight Mile (between Gratiot and Kelly) in Detroit. In 1980, the family opened another store on Dodge Park in Sterling Heights. His legacy lives on... Donations preferred to Beaumont Hospice. Visitation Thursday 3-9pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Pkwy. (16 Mile). Instate 9:00am at St. Blase Catholic Church 12151 Fifteen Mile until 9:30am Mass. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" @ WujekCalcaterra.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Victor Ventimiglia
Meredith Burkard
August 17, 2018
One of the nicest people in my life. Loved hearing all his stories. I will miss his humor. Condolences to the Ventimiglia family, may all the memories you share bring you peace and healing in your grief
Marian Vassallo
August 16, 2018
Godchild Tony,
So sorry I didn't find out in time to attend Victor's funeral. God bless you and your entire family. My prayers are with you.
Your Godmother, Marian
Marilyn Vitale
August 13, 2018
So sorry to hear this. He always left me with a smile whenever I visited the store. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Dolores Dicurzio Gosciniak
August 10, 2018
I remember Vic and his father Tony when I was going to Patronage of St. Joseph School, all 12 years, We would stop for apples for our lunch. Vic use to stand on the outside of the store and talk to us,missed those days. Very nice family and grocers to deal with. Also followed them to their other stores. I hope the sons carry on the friendly tradition.
Mark Mallia
August 10, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Ill remember him with great fondness. I just found out last evening. He has left an impression on me since I was a child. his humor with my dad was legendary. After he passed, he started giving me the "special Vic treatment ". I guess he had to pass this on to someone :) I will miss this dearly. Our sincere condolences, Mark Mallia and family.
Suzette & Bill Johnson and Florence Pavel
August 9, 2018
We were so very sorry to hear that Vic has fallen asleep in the Lord. He was a kind man with a huge heart who loved his family, friends and heritage. We were blessed to have known him. Please accept our sincere condolences. May his memory be Eternal
Toni Sakcriska
August 9, 2018
So sorry for your Loss I loved coming in at the holidays and seeing in the store he was a great Man
Always gave me a kiss an hug❤We moved to Sterling Heights in 1978 my Mother was so happy when your Dad opened the store and we have been customers ever since you Dad always made everyone feel welcome he will be missed
diana sangregario
August 9, 2018
Sorry to hear about your family loss of your Father and Grandfather. As a child I remember visiting your store on Gratiot with my Father. I continued my visits to the store on Dodge Park. You Father always greeted me with a friendly hello and a hug. I always feel like being home when I walk into your store. Vic will be dearly missed. Condolence's to the family! Diana Sangregario
Vita (D'Angelo)
August 9, 2018
I remember going to the 8 mile store every Saturday morning for my mom. I loved going to that store. My dad Al D'Angelo delivered to the 8 mile store for many years. Those were the days
Beth Mckinney
August 9, 2018
Such a wonderful man. Such an amazing and beautiful influence in my husbands life! Our hearts are very sad. You will be missed but remembered forever.... Beth & Bob McKinney
Chuck Wilson
August 9, 2018
So sorry for your loss Sam and family. I will pray for comfort.....
Scott Henderson
August 9, 2018
I'll really miss Vic and his ways of making every person he meets/see's as the most important person in the room to him. Mostly, I'll miss the Puma colored pants (sorry I had to influence him) that kept me giggling every time he wore them. God Bless you Mr. V. It was my sincere pleasure to have had you in my life. I'll miss you dearly.
To the Family, I am so so sorry for the loss. I'll never forget him and his spirit will linger with me and I'm sure everyone else that had the pleasure of meeting him or being harassed (all in fun of course) by him.
RIP
Nancy Trompics
August 9, 2018
So sorry to hear about your father Vic it isn't easy God Bless you. Nancy
McMillan
August 9, 2018
Sam (Janet), sorry for your loss and sending prayers.
Mike & Cindy McMillan
Dave Norkus & Pam Haviland
August 9, 2018
Dear Tony, Gail, Vic, Jackie and the entire Ventimiglia family,
Please accept our sincerest condolences for the loss of your father and grandfather, Victor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grieving, personal reflection and ultimately - the celebration of Victor's life and love for all his family and friends!
Daniela O'Connor
August 8, 2018
Dear Tony, Gail and all the Ventimiglia family,
With sorrow I learned of Victor's passing and wish to send the condolences of myself, my husband and family. Victor was a part of my growing years in the Cacalupo neighborhood of Detroit. My fondest childhood memories are of Victor, his dad, Mr. Tony, Babe and Andy Vermiglio and the store which was across the street from my home. Victor was always kind, friendly, happy as was his dad. He passed these qualities onto his children and grandchildren. This is what made the family a success....not the monetary....the personal. Thanks to you all for the memories. Your father and mother deserve their special place in heaven. With affection, Daniela Mucha (O'Connor) and family. Chicago, IL
Joseph Ciambella
August 8, 2018
Sam, Tony, Vic and Ann Marie,
We remember your father from the 8 mile store in the 70's. He always had a joke or was quick to say something that would make you laugh. What a great family he raised, our thoughts and prayer are with all of you at this time.
Joe Ciambella
Tony Ciambella
Anna ( Ciambella) Balow
Gina Ciambella
Former East Point residents
August 8, 2018
Dear Tony, Gail and and all the Ventimiglia family,
I was so sorry to hear of Victor s passing. He was a great and kind man who loved his family deeply, but cared about others too. My childhood memories of him, Vicky and Mr. Tony, Babe and all the kids are among my fondest. I just loved growing up around them. Victor and now his children and grandchildren have followed his example....he looks down on you all with pride. Daniela Mucha O'Connor, Chicago, IL
Linda Bitterling
August 8, 2018
I am so very sorry for your loss. I met Vic 7 years ago when I became his neighbor in Florida. My now 12 year old son met Vic first as they shared ice cream on his patio and became fast buds. Victor will be truly missed. I hope he is with his beloved wife now and at peace. Sending love and prayers to his beautiful family.
Mary Ann Tufanio
August 8, 2018
Dear Ventimiglia Family,
Vic's death brings to mind an inscription from a headstone in Ashby, Massachusetts:
"Remember, Friends, As You Pass By
As You Are Now, So Once Was I.
As I Am Now, So You Must Be.
Prepare Yourself To Follow Me."
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vic is one of a kind and I am blessed to have known him.
August 8, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We'll always be grateful to the Genitti family for introducing us to the east side cousins. Vic and Babe can now resume their bickering love affair as brothers and sisters always do.
Ed and Brenda McLoud
Carlo Panzarella
August 7, 2018
Rest in peace Vic, they don't make them like you anymore.
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
August 8, 2018
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
Juana Sharpe
August 7, 2018
Mr. Ventimiglia will be missed. He was a wonderful man with such a big heart and always a had a smile. We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Love the Sharpe Family
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