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Vincent Chodor Obituary

CHODOR, Jr., Vincent Thomas Born April 5, 1933 in Chicago, IL. He was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and colleague. Vince passed away on July 16, 2008 in Northridge, CA. He had a zest for discovery, an appetite for travel, a passion for work and deep love of family and friends. He served his country as Sergeant of the United States Army during the Korean War. His smile, wit and laughter will be missed by all. Please no flowers; donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jul. 17, 2008.

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Meagan O'Brien

August 14, 2008

Vinnie,

There are a few people you meet in your life that have an impression on you for a lifetime, you are one of those people to me – your infectious laughter, great love of friends and family, hard work and love of life will always be remembered. Thank you for always being there for me – you are one of a kind and I will miss you – I will cherish the last time we spoke – on a cell phone at that!!! – When I call on my angels, I know that you will be there watching over all of us. Until we meet again my friend, I love you.
Meagan O’Brien

Daniel Kim

August 12, 2008

Vince, It took me a while to organize my thought after you left us. You have made such a positive impact on my life that it would take too long to make a list. I know that you are in peace up there and you can be proud of how you have influenced others.

Peter Kellogg

August 10, 2008

I will never forget Vince. He was a mentor to me. He gave me great inspiration to succeed in both my professional and personal lifes. We had many great times together. I will truly miss him.

Faith Brinker

August 7, 2008

Vince will always have a special place in my heart. I never saw him without a smile on his face. You could never be sad with Vince around. He was a very special and extraordinary man. If God has a special Angel for laughter, that will be Vince. I will miss him.

Dan Tibbitts

August 5, 2008

The Tibbitts family will miss you Vince. You not only taught us how to sell but also how to be successfull in life. We will never forget your awesome stories and jokes. You always knew how to put a smile on peoples faces. We will never forget you.

Mark Somawang

July 26, 2008

Vince, you have always been a part of Julie and my family. You and Vivian celebrated our wedding 24 years ago. You've shown me leadership and integrety while being humble. I'll miss your humor and passion the most. I and the Military Resale sysytem will miss you truly.

Rest my friend,

Mark and Julie

Mark Somawang

July 26, 2008

Vince, you have always been an extended family member to Julie and I over the past 28 years. You and Vivian were there to celebrate our Wedding 24 years ago. You shared business knowledge, friendship, humor and integrety to me and your Military Resale Family. I will truly miss you.

Rest my friend.

Mark and Julie Somawang

Marie Kwiatkowski

July 25, 2008

Vince..Mel and I will miss you. Thank you, for all the wonderful dinners and the excitement we always had when we worked together. You have definitely left your mark in this world, unlike many of us, who never will. Aloha..my friend.
Vivian, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Marie

Wayne Sniffen

July 25, 2008

Uncle Vinny,
It was a pleasure working with you as well as getting to know you. Till today as I set a vitamin rack I always question myself if this is the way you would set it. There is somethings that you have instilled in me that I will never forget.
You had a very big heart which you shared with my family. I will never forget the time you invited myself & my wife and daughter to dinner and you taught them how to use honey when eat something spicy.
I will miss you my friend.....May God Bless you!

Bob Abruzzese

July 25, 2008

Vince,
When we met, many moons ago, we became friends almost immediately. Some time later, I earned the honor of calling you Uncle. But, as you know, you became "my other Dad". There are no words to describe how much I miss you, but I know that you already know that.

Kevin Lanigan

July 25, 2008

Vince was a man of honor and integrity - proud of what he did and very proud of his country. His wit was legendary - and he will be sorely missed

Karen De Rouen Salvador

July 24, 2008

Just want to say that Vince will be missed . It was a learning experience working with him and gaining more knowledge about Leiner.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.Keep all your memories close to your heart .

Jack Hirsch

July 24, 2008

I have been working with Vince since Vita Fresh and then Leiner. He always pushed hard and worked even harder, but had fun doing it.

Ilene Dennis

July 24, 2008

Vince was one of a kind. I loved his sense of humor and wonderful personality. Vince always spoke his mind and meant every word that he said. He was truly loved by the Military community who always looked forward to his visits; I know that I did. He was a great man that spoke fondly and often about his family. I will miss him dearly.

David Jared

July 24, 2008

Vinnie
I'll miss you bro!! You were a great friend and colleague for over 20 years. I'll never forget the many trips we made together, the hard work and the good times we had. Your wit and wisdom will be missed.

David

Jeff Dusich

July 23, 2008

"Uncle" Vince: You will be truly missed by all who were lucky to share time with you. You candor, humor, and never give up spirit will carry on in all of the folks you have touched. May the time in your new eternal home be peaceful and as full of joy as your have left with us here in our mortal world. Until we meet again, keep a spot next to yourself for me.

Meg Summers

July 23, 2008

Vince, you hold a special place in my heart. You have been a dear friend and mentor since the first day I met you. Always quick to say "job well done" and just as quick to scold when you felt we could have done better.
We worked so many vitamin sections together and you taught me everything there was to know about the product and the merchandising ..you would also tell me "wait awhile, wait awhile" because you wanted everything perfect.

When I was sick you never missed a week of calling me just to let me know you cared. Vince, I will cherish those memories always, I was proud to call you a friend and I miss you!

Fritz Homans

July 17, 2008

Vince-I still hear your hearty laughter, I can see your infectious smile, and I feel the passion that you have for your business as well as your family and friends. You were a wonderful friend, mentor, and colleague, and I miss you and your wonderful spirit. Thanks for all you have done for me and for the many great times we had together.

Fritz Homans

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