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Vincent Isola Obituary

VINCENT ANGELO ISOLA Vincent Angelo Isola, 24, died in Eagle Point, Oregon, on Sunday, July 24th. A native of Pleasanton, California, Vince is the youngest son of Bob and Judy Isola of Pleasanton and beloved brother of Craig and Andy Isola. Vince discovered early in life his greatest passion for horses, roping and rodeo. He was active in rodeo in junior high, high school and college. A very intelligent and inquisitive person, Vince was an honor student throughout high school and attended college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where he graduated with a degree in Animal Science. A talented roper and horse trainer, Vince was working as a horse trainer on a large ranch in Oregon at the time of his death. Throughout his life, Vince loved the outdoors and spent many good time camping, fishing and hunting with his family. Vince is survived by his parents, Bob and Judy, his brother Andy Isola, his brother Craig Isola and sister-in-law Jennifer and their children, Nick and Chris, and his grandmothers, Alma Isola of Lafayette, Calif., and Betty Turner of Moraga, Calif. He was predeceased by his two grandfathers, Angelo B. Isola and William L. Turner of Lafayette. Vince is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins in two large, close-knit families, the Isolas and the Turners, who loved and supported him over the years. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Christ the King Church at 199 Brandon Road in Pleasant Hill, Calif. Arrangements are being handled by Hull's Mortuary in Walnut Creek, Calif. Donations may be made on behalf of Vince to Hope Equestrian Center, P.O. Box 1034 Ashland, OR 97520.

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Published by Times-Herald on Jul. 27, 2005.

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Kelly Hannon

August 3, 2005

Dearest Bob,Judy,Craig,Jen&boys,Andy:

So hard to find any words that would seem to help you all at this time other than you are all so special. I want to thank you all so much for including Jacque into your family. I know her and Vince shared so many very special times and I want to thank you for raising such a special son/human being. He will always be in our hearts and memories as you all will be. Thank you so very much. With all our love and prayers.



In Christ,

John, Kelly , Jacque & Rosie, Justin Hannon

Dave and Marsha Buck

August 3, 2005

Dear Judy,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Barbara Lucich

August 2, 2005

Dear Judy,

My heart breaks for you and your family. My prayers are with you.

Sue McKinnon

August 1, 2005

Dear Judy, Bob and Family.



Nick, Jim and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of Vince. We have special memories of him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.



Love

Sue & Jim McKinnon

Nick LaDuke

Kristina Slater (Ballal)

July 31, 2005

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Isola,

I would like to extend my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. My family and I are thinking of you.

Kristina Slater Ballal

Rick,Kay,Matt & Melissa Wilhite

July 29, 2005

Dear Judy, Bob and family,

Our hearts are broken after learning the news of Vince's passing. We have so many fond memories of our boys participating in high school rodeo together. Vince was a delight and touched our lives deeply. Our prayers are with you. With love, Rick, Kay, Matt and Melissa

Mark Catalano

July 29, 2005

Bob, Judy and Family,



You have our deepest condolences on this great loss.



Mark & Tuija Catalano

Joyce Lyon

July 29, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Vince while he was at Cal Poly. He was a great friend and classmate. He was the type of person who would make anyone smile and brighten their day. He was so caring. I'm so sorry!! Joy Lyon (Brown)

Bonnie Grisel

July 29, 2005

Judy, Bob & family, The loss of a child is the most tragic loss a parent can endure. My heart goes out to you & your family. All of those who loved him and love you will be your greatest support. My prayers are with you. Sincerely, Bonnie Grisel

Missy Bernhardt

July 29, 2005

My husband and I both went to Cal Poly with Vince and remember all the fond times we have had with him. What a wonderful friend and person. We are so very sorry and are thinking of your family in your time of need. Vince touched more souls than you'll ever know....

Donna Cabanne

July 28, 2005

Dear Judy,

We are praying for you and your family during this most difficult time....

love always

Donna

Dayle & Gaynl Mandle

July 27, 2005

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel in the loss of your son. May God give you and yours the strength to get through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ray and Joanne Knowles

July 27, 2005

Judy and Bob: Can't ever tell you how sorry we are about your loss. Our prayers are with you now and for a very long time.

Kelly Hannon

July 27, 2005

John,Kelly,Jacque,Justin Hannon

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