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VINCENT ROONEY Obituary
Age 62, of Pittsburgh, on Tuesday July 27, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer, Vince died peacefully in his sleep. He is survived by his wife Donna Cusano Rooney, his two children Maureen and Michael Rooney; sisters Peggy Goldstein, Betty (David) Peterson and Julie (George) Schurer; his in laws Wilbert and Laura Cusano; sisters-in-law Diane (Dan) Felter and Debra (James) Catanzarite; brother-in-law Wil Cusano. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Josephine Rooney. Friends welcome Thurs 7-9 PM & Fri 2-4 & 7-9 PM at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd, Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial Sat 10 AM St Pius X Church Brookline. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hillman Cancer Center 5115 Centre Ave. Pgh, PA 15232
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Gary Yazwa
July 23, 2023
Will never forget us singing motown with David Hensel. Man I miss you both.
Gary Wolf Yazwa
July 23, 2020
I can't believe it's 10 years, Vince always cheered me up when around him. I can still see that face and hear his recognizable laugh.Miss you my friend. I'm sure you have the Angel's smiling
August 29, 2010
Donna and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Vince`s passing.I have many fond and funny memories from High School,Clarion and our time on the Railroad. I`m so glad we had a chance to reconnect a few years ago in Pittsburgh. I am honored to have known him and to have had him as a friend. I``ll miss him and his great approach to life.My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Wayne Peterson (Polaris,Montana)
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August 20, 2010
Dear Mrs. Rooney and family,
Vince was a Healthtrax buddy from the last few years. We got to know each other while working out and talkiing of our families, the Steelers, and the world's problems. Vince was so proud of his family. I enjoyed his friendship and company so very much. He was, quite simply, the best. God bless you and your family.
Rob Wyda, Bethel Park, PA
Bonnie Perella
August 20, 2010
Dear Donna,Maureen and Michael,
I was so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. You have my heartfelt sympathies. I am so glad I got to see him at Sara's graduation and speak with him. I spent this passed school year at South Hills M.S. and he was mentioned and asked about often. It was truely an honor to know him professionally as well as personally. And it is a testement to him that he was loved and respected so much by so many people in both areas. That's rare in these days and a tribute to what a tremendously hard working,gentle,funloving, and honorable man he was. I was out of town and deeply regret not being able to pay my respects in person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely Bonnie Perella (Terry and Gloria's cousin)
Ed & Peggy Smith
August 6, 2010
Donna, Maureen, & Michael:
Look at what all these people have written on these pages. Could anyone have lived a better life or asked for a greater testament? You will miss your husband and father. I will miss my oldest friend. But know that Vince is is at peace in the place we all aspire to be.
A.B. (Butch) Cornman
August 5, 2010
Donna, Mo and Michael,
I am so filled with sorrow for your loss of Vince. He will surely be missed by my family and many for a long time to come. I am proud to have been able to know him. It makes me happy to remember the many good times we had in Ligonier when we were starting our families together. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Butch & Chris
Cherie Stellfox
August 2, 2010
Dear Donna,
I was so sad to hear of Vince's passing. I'm sure he's now with God and at peace. You have been & will continue to be in my prayers through this difficult time. God bless you and your family.
John & Chris Powell
August 2, 2010
We were deeply saddened to hear of Vince crossing the River. We have so many fond memories of Vince, as a fraternity Brother and a friend, at Clarion. He was truly a special person and he will be among the favorites in Heaven.
August 1, 2010
Dear Donna and family,
We were saddened to hear of Vince's passing and want to extend our deepest sympathy. We saw Vince only once ( a Vince story)since our Clarion days but reading these messages lifted us, knowing that Vince remained the great guy with the deep laugh that we knew and loved way back then.
Dave and Jackie Sysyn
Mikey Martin
August 1, 2010
Dear Donna, Mike, and Mo,
We are so sad that Uncle Vince has passed; our thoughts and prayers are with you. His bold voice, jovial laugh, and gentle nature will always provide us with pleasant memories of a family member we were lucky to have.
Love,
Mikey and Catlin
Doug and Becky Shaffer
August 1, 2010
Dear Donna, Mo, and Michael,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. I already really miss Vince. The four of us had a great couple of days together this May, and I am glad we talked last Thursday. I know Vince is now at peace.
Love,
Doug and Becky
Gary "Wolf" Yazwa
August 1, 2010
Sorry to hear Vince passed, i enjoyed the times we had at Clarion with Dave Hensel. We had many laughs together.RIP Vinnie .
Lynn Steinmetz
August 1, 2010
Dear Donna,
It has been many years since we have seen one another but you and Vince are not people easily forgotten. We are saddened to hear of his passing. I can still see his crooked grin and hear his belly laugh. He was truly one of the good guys! Our hearts go out to you, Maureen and Michael. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Lynn and Ray Steinmetz
Venice, Florida
July 31, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen, and Michael,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you. My Mom would keep us informed of Vince's health after speaking to him on the phone. I think they were kindred spirits, having the same sense of humor. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Alex and Estelle
Lois Simon
July 31, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen & Michael......Not only was Vince a gentleman he was also a gentle man. So sorry he was taken so young. He's at peace now.
Kathleen Geisler
July 31, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen, and Michael,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Vince was always there in my child/teen hood.. I remember that he was so exicited that I went to Clarion . He asked me what was still there and what was different.... Well, everything is different at Clarion and life now... He was always such a happy spirit in life and I am sure that it will always be shining. Heaven is rocking now that he is there.
Love,
Kathleen, Karl, and our boys
July 30, 2010
We are deeply saddened by Vince's passing.
Ray and Dee Lenzi
Centreville MD
Vikki Zbozny-DelPercio
July 30, 2010
To Donna, Mo, and Michael:
Mel and I can't begin to express how sorry we are about Vince's passing. We considered him a wonderful man.
You are in our prayers.
Mel and Vikki
Chuck & Norma Isler
July 30, 2010
Donna and family, we were saddened when we heard of Vince's passing. Saddened by your loss but even more so for the loss of one of the truly "good guys". Vince always upbeat and ready to go. I feel confident that he will add a new dimension to those in heaven. He had a unique "sense of humans" and will surely be missed. You know he will always be in our minds, hearts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing the fight is over and the reward is great........Chuck and Norma Isler
Tom Esch
July 30, 2010
Dear Donna, Mo, and Michael:
My memories of Mr. Rooney are numerous and run deep. He will always be part of the collective of great men in my life. He modeled what it meant to be a fantastic father, husband, and community member.
I will never forget his tireless service at Market Days, his support for all things St. Pius Soccer, and the love he exuded towards his friends and family.
My deepest sympathies and condolences to you during this time, may he rest in peace, but live eternally in our memories and with the Heavenly Father.
Lori (DiVecchio) Krol
July 30, 2010
Dear Mrs. Rooney, Maureen and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Rooney's passing. I have some great memories of him when I was your student Mrs. Rooney, especially when he tried to convert me into a Pitt Fan! He was a fantastic man and I am truly truly sorry for your loss.
God Bless.
Lori (DiVecchio) Krol
Laura Kress
July 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
LouAnn & Dave Szelong
July 30, 2010
Donna,Maureen & Michael........
He'll always be "Uncle Vince" to us.....from the first time we met him at a St.Mary's basketball game to the last time we were together at Gretchen's wedding.....he was an outstanding gentleman! Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
July 30, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen, & Michael,
We were so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. We have many fond and funny memories of Vince, especially at Frank and Nettie's Christmas caroling parties. He was such a "merry gentleman" and he will be missed. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Julie and Rick Daller
Maria and Newt Downey
July 30, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen and Michael.
You have our deepest sympathies. Vince was such a gentleman. He was the nicest person I ever met. He always was a very positive person and easy to talk to. You knew he loved his family by his actions and words. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Jack Barley
July 30, 2010
Dear Rooney Family,
My sympathy, may God have mercy on his soul and let His perpetual light shine upon him. I will dedicate my mass offering this Sunday for Vince..... God pray for us.
Paula Nerone
July 30, 2010
Maureen once remarked, "My whole life is on video!" as her dad was taping her. I recall thinking how fortunate she is. The man behind the camera was Vince Rooney. On one occasion Vince took video of then candidate Clinton's wife, Hillary. She asked him "What's your name?"
He replied, "Vince Rooney". She said, "Well Vince Rooney it's nice to meet you!" Little did she know that truer words were never spoken! Of the hundreds of fond memories I have of Vince, in not one do I recall him in a bad mood or ever even complaining. He lived life with a quiet grace and a fun outlook. He was a wonderful and loving husband and an exceptional father and an outstanding friend.
Donna and Maureen and Mike, I am sure your hearts ache and I am so sorry for your loss, but know that Heaven certainly has gained a "first stringer" and his legacy will live on through you. You are in my thoughts and prayers and please know how blessed we are to have known Vince.
Jim Mulholland
July 29, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen and Michael,
I am so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. I will miss his company, his booming voice, his infectious laugh and most of all his friendship. I will always cherish the good times we shared.
Fred Schoppe
July 29, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen and Michael...While we are so sad, and words are difficult to find, please know that you all are so special and only God can be your Help and Strength right now. Vince was a great guy and we loved him too. He was so very kind to all of our family. We send our love and deepest sympathy...Fred and Linda Schoppe
July 29, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen, and Michael...Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Vince will always be in our weekly prayers. Paul and June Loedding (Pittsburgh).
Jim Levey
July 29, 2010
Donna, Maurenn and Michael,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and my prayers will continue for you and Vince.
Vince was a brother to me and I will miss him dearly.
Love,
Jimmy
Kimberly Phillips
July 29, 2010
Donna, Maureen,and Michael I can clearly remember the very first time I met Vince. It was in Carol's kitchen and he was holding a bunch of balloons that he brought over for Jonathan. I knew at that moment Vince and his family would be more than friends and neighbors but what I call "choosen family." He truly was a dear and special man. Clearly one of a kind! My sister, Peter, Dana, and Jonathan are so lucky to have all of you in their lives. Please know that you will never be alone and Vince could not ever be forgotten. You are and will remain in my thoughts and prayers. You have my most heartfelt sympathies and lots of love, Kim Phillips(Carol's Sister.)
July 29, 2010
Donna,Maureen and Michael
How Blessed we are to have loved Vince. He will always be a part of our thoughts, paryers and memories...and many funny ones at that...! He was so proud of you Maureen and Mike and Donna. Our love for Vince and all of you is never ending.
Love Diane and Dan Felter
John and Pat Rushton
July 29, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen and Michael,
We were so sorry to hear about Vince's passing. He was a good friend to me while growing up next door to him. We will miss him.
John and Pat
John Iannitto
July 29, 2010
Maureen and family,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With sincere condolences,
John Iannitto
Marilyn Funtal
July 29, 2010
Dear Donna, Maureen, and Michael,
Our deepest sympathies to you. Please know that you are in our prayers. We miss seeing you at St. Pius X.
God's Blessings,
Marilyn and Denny Funtal
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