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Vincent P. Sansone III
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Vincent was born in Woodside, N.Y., on Feb. 27, 1960, the son of Elizabeth A. (Schwab) Sansone of Saylorsburg and the late Vincent P. Sansone Jr., who passed away in April 2007.
Vincent P. Sansone III, lovingly known as "Vinny Sands," was the founding member and leader of "The Starter Dance Band." Vinny and his colleagues have been entertaining crowds in the Pocono's, New York and New Jersey since 1991. He was a born entertainer and was playing the drums since he was 4 years old. He has been entertaining crowds both young and old since the mid 1960s. His experience has taken him on the road with major rock groups such as the Babies and the Platters, and he performed drum tracks for Julio Iglesias' first album.
He was of the Catholic faith and attended Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gilbert.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Father DeNisco Council No. 3862 in Roseto.
In addition to his mother, Elizabeth "Betty" Sansone, he is survived by two sons, Michael Sansone of Saylorsburg and Thomas Sansone of Lehighton; three sisters, Elizabeth Sansone of Saylorsburg, Janet V. Lopez and her husband, Luis, of Garden City, Long Island, N.Y., and Christina M. Amaral and her husband, Jack S., of Bethlehem; his companion, Bethann VanWhy of Palmerton; and several nieces and nephews.
Vinny was dearly loved by his family and many friends and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Friday, April 24, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gilbert.
Interment will be in the Buena Vista Cemetery, Brodheadsville.
Viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 22, at the Donald N. Gower Funeral Home, Route 209, Gilbert. Additional viewing will be held from 9 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 23, at the funeral home.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Donald N. Gower Funeral Home, Star Route Box 59-A, Gilbert, PA 18331.
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Janet Lopez
April 19, 2022
It´s 2022. We all went through a pandemic. April 17, 2022 was my brother´s Heavenly Anniversary. April 17, 2010 is when you were called by God. Not a day goes by where we don´t miss you. Vinny, your legacy will live on through your music. May you have eternal peace in heaven Love your sister Janet
January 5, 2015
Another year has passed & I have thought of Vinny. I met him as he was a student in PS 120Q. He was a wonderful enthusiastic boy who loved playing the drums. I appreciated listening to him. I have many memories of hearing him and sure miss knowing I'll never hear that sound again and never see his smiling face again. It's a great loss we, as his friends, have endured. Sleep well, Vinny.
January 2, 2015
Finest drummer I ever met. R. I. P. BROTHER
Janet Lopez
January 2, 2015
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2015 TO MY BROTHER VINNY IN HEAVEN. WE MISS AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH! LIFE ISN'T THE SAME THAT YOU'RE NOT HERE! LOVE YOU ALWAYS YOUR SISTER JANET <3 <3 <3
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Vincent Sansone
April 19, 2014
Miss him very much, ashame! Sometimes life's not so fare. Miss you Vin
Janet Lopez
April 17, 2014
To my Brother Vinny,
Today on April 13, 2014 is your 4th year in Heaven. There is not a day that goes by where we don't think about you. We love and miss you very much! xox Love always your sister Janet
February 28, 2014
I still can't believe he's gone. I think of him often. I remember growing up with him and all the great memories. Vinny was always so amazing and a truly nice guy. I send all my love and prayers to the Sansone family. Love you all!
February 27, 2014
Happy Birthday Vinny!!! Miss you! Would have loved for you to met Johnny xoxoxo
Demetrios Theophanous
February 27, 2014
HAPPY BIRTHDAY VINNY. I am sorry I didn't vist.
GOD BLESS YOUR CHILDREN & Your mom.
Janet Lopez
February 27, 2014
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY BROTHER VINNY. I CAN'T BELIEVE YOUR GONE FOR 4 YEARS. TODAY WE'RE CELEBRATING YOUR 54TH BIRTHDAY 2/27/14. LIFE IS SO EMPTY THAT YOUR NOT AROUND. YOUR FUN AND CARING WAYS ABOUT YOU TRULY TOUCHED THE LIVES OF EVERYONE IN OUR FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH! WISHING YOU A HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN! LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER YOUR SISTER JANET XOXO <3 <3 <3 <3
dawn deratier
February 27, 2014
Happy Birthday in heaven Vinny. Always in our hearts.
Jeanette Stuhr
February 25, 2014
I remember as a little girl we were at a fair of some sort. You and your band were playing. I was so excited when you let me go on stage and play the tambourine. I had no idea what I was doing, but remember feeling so special that you let me be a part of it. I remember being at Aunt Betty's so many times growing up, seeing you, playing with my cousins. I remember being in the basement where you had your music all set up. You were playing and singing, and I thought it was magical. You always made me feel included, like a "big girl." I know you and my mom are up in heaven, along with the rest of our family, looking down on us. I love you and miss you. I wish we had a chance to remain close, all of us, after my parents passed. I know we will see each other again in heaven. Until then, continue to look over our family.
peggy morris
May 7, 2010
dear sansone family,
Vinny wull be greatly missed my all his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. god bless
Dan King
May 3, 2010
Never met Vinny, but I knew his character. He was a person who you would never forget! Wish I could have met him... Knew one of his many family members from High School. Seems we all have that time in common, since we all grew up around each other! Music was a way he touched people. I can still hear the solid beat he's playing... We miss out on many things in life, but the things that are memorable are the little things we do for each other without even thinking about them. I am sure he did so many things for so many people. This was his character that I know so well!
Terri
April 30, 2010
Janet,
I can't imagine how difficult it is for you. (((HUGZ)))
Lori Vybihal
April 29, 2010
Vinny was definately one of a kind who will be sadly missed by many. Last few times he and I spoke he said his health issues were kicking his butt. We are so sorry for your loss. Lori V (Clinton, NJ)
Rose Felker
April 25, 2010
Dear Beth,
My prayers are with you.
Claudia Sprinkle
April 25, 2010
Dear Betty, Chickie, Janet & Christina & Families. I was so saddened to hear of Vinny's passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I will always remember Vinny's ready smile and his willingness to help anyone in need. May we all meet again in a place of peace, light, and of course, beautiful music. My prayers are with all of you.
Diane & Kathy Felker
April 25, 2010
Beth,
Our hearts and prayers reach out to you. It is such a hard time when you lose someone you love, but be thankful that you are blessed with a wonderful family. We love you Beth Ann.
Savana Van Wormer
April 24, 2010
Aunt Beth,
I will miss my uncle vinny very much. Rest in peace.
Love Always,
Teri Keiper
April 24, 2010
Bethann Van Why,
To my wonderful Aunt, my dearest sympathy for your loss. Vinny was a great man and he will be deeply missed. He will be remembered for his humor, wonderful music, and his compassion.You must know that he is in a better place now with no pain. And YOU did everything you could to make his time here more wonderful. You will meet again someday.
Ashley1 meinhart
April 24, 2010
betty, thomas, mike and rest of family...Im so sorry for the lost of vinny we all know that he will be deeply missed and always remembered...
Love always, Ashley, James, and little james
Laura Berrios
April 23, 2010
Dearest Sansone Family,
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Vinny.
Your family will always be in my heart.
Joyce Hunsicker
April 22, 2010
Dear Sansone Family and Bethann,
I know we have never met but Vinny was a great friend of my twin brother Howard Hunsicker. They loved to fish and Vinny was so heartbroken when Howie passed away. I used to love to hear Vinnys band play. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am hoping that him and Howie are reconnected and fishing together in heaven. Good bye Vinney Rest in Peace
Joyce Hunsicker
connie hopple
April 21, 2010
to the sansone family and bethann sorry about the lost of vinny you all know we love him and we will miss him now he is with all the people we love and miss the most that we lost like robby and grandpop sansone as we know him as dad to vinnylove from connie and bob and felicia the hopple family
connie hopple
April 21, 2010
vinny we will miss you and you are allways love bey us and we know you are with your dad and the rest of your family two like robby my son that passaway 4 years in 1 mouth to the date you passaway love you allways from bob and connie and felicia the hopple family we will miss you allways my you r i p till we all get there with you love from connie hopple
shirley hopple
April 21, 2010
uncle vinny will be very missed alot.he was a loving man. he was happy and smiling all of the time when i saw him. i will miss him alot and i will keep him in my heart even if he is not here and i will miss him alot now that he passed on he was a grat person. if any one knew him would say that he was a grat person and a lovey person.
shirley hopple
April 21, 2010
uncle vinny will be very missed alot he was loved very much by every one that knew him. i will miss him very much and love him even that he is not here i will keep him in my heart the way he was happy and smiling all of the time. he was a very good person he was grat guy.
Mary Morello
April 20, 2010
Our deepest symapthy for you all. Keep the memories close to your heart. Love Mary and John
Popi Mamais
April 20, 2010
Betty, Chicky, Janet and Christina and all family..I am so sorry for your loss . Vinny truly was a great person with a heart of gold.I pray for his soul and for his eternity in the Hands of God. I have been offering this prayer and wil do so for 40 days for his soul
"In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. Lord, remember Your servant Vinny who has fallen asleep in the hope of the Resurrection to eternal life. Forgive him every transgression he has committed in thought, word or deed. Grant him peace and refreshment in a place of light where Your glory delights all the Saints. For You are the resurrection, the repose and the life of Your departed servant Vinny, and to You I give glory, now and forever. Amen.
I also pray for all of you to be able to remember him and smile with your memories and love of him during this trying time .
love you all
Popi
April 20, 2010
Chickie, Christina and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. Jenn
April 20, 2010
Dear Janet, Louie, Louis and Justine,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family as you grieve the loss of your beloved Vinny. We wish you strength through prayer and in the memories of all the times you shared with Vinny. Know that we are here for you for anything that you may need. May Vinny rest in peace and may his memory be eternal. Our love and condolences to your entire family, Jim, Georgia, Elianna, Billy, Niko and Katerina Gounaris
Annmarie Martorano-Pistilli
April 20, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Sansone Family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 20, 2010
BethAnn and Vinnie's family;
I am so very sorry for your loss. Vinnie had a huge heart and was truly one of a kind. He had a bigger than life personality!
Thinking of you Beth.
Maureen
April 20, 2010
I am in disbelief and I am feeling great sadness for the Sansone family over the loss of their beloved Vinnie.
I met Vinnie 9 years ago on one of my visits to his mother Bettys house. He was always a character and always had a smile and stories to share. As well as cheap vegetables by the box. That helped feed my hungry brood on the cheap. He was a wonderful son, brother and father and I am sure that their heartbreak is great at this time. Vinnie endured through much in his life but he knew how to spread joy through his music and wit and his caring personality. I never heard him complain, not even once. And I never knew a family closer than theirs. They were blessed to have had him in their lives and they will undoubtably hold onto the many memories that they all shared amongst each other. I send to them my prayers and love, knowing that it is not enough but it is all that I have to give. I am grateful for the few memories that I shared with him. It was an honor. I can only hope that the sons carry on their father's great spirit and that his spirit always remains with them. Vinnies' father also holds a special place in my heart. WHO DAT Mr.Sansone walking by your side? May father and son have peace eternally until they all meet again. Betty, I will always be there for your family. They hold a place in my heart and so do you. I love you and wish you the strength that you'll need to get through this unhappy time again.
Marian Sharkan
Janet Lopez
April 20, 2010
Vinny, My Loving Brother and Friend: This is truly a difficult time for me and our family!!!!!
All the wonderful memories of having you as my brother will always be cherished and never forgotten. Vinny you had wonderful qualities about you. Vinny you always loved being around your boys and being around the family. You always liked to joke around with people and make them laugh. You were like a breath of fresh air and brought sunshine into people lives. Your caring and kind ways made you available to everyone. Your intensified vocals and the ability to play the drums were OUTSTANDING! I remember you singing at my wedding...Jay and The Americans "This Magic Moment". Everyone got out of their seats quickly to see who was singing? When they found out that it was my brother Vinny, they couldn't believe that he had amazing vocals. Vinny, You Were The "HIT" Of The Evening!!!! Although I lived in New York, there were many night's during the week that Vinny would call. We would talk for like an hour passing the phone around in my house because my brother wanted to talk to either Justine, Luis, Louie or myself. Sometimes there were nights that he wasn't feeling well because of the diabetes or long day at Kidney Dialysis. Vinny, I truly don't know how you did it? I've always often wondered how you had the energy and strength to go on band jobs, and made so many people happy with your vibrant personality and music. Vinny you had everyone fooled! I knew deep down inside that you really weren't feeling well. The music that you played was truly a gift from God. This is why God chose you as his messenger on earth to bring the joy of music to people. I thank God everyday that I was able to celebrate your 50th Birthday with you. We really had a wonderful time. I was so happy to see that you were happy. A couple of weeks later you went into the hospital. We didn't talk that day. That was the day I knew that I wasn't going to have those long phone conversations with you anymore.
Vinny, on April 17, 2010, you made your last sacrament of your Christian Faith. You have entered into the Kingdom of God, resting in Peace with Daddy and with all of your family and friends. Your journey into Heaven will bring you much love, peace, joy, happiness and music . I know you were welcomed with open arms!!!!!! Vinny you will truly be missed and the memories of you will always live on in our hearts. <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
Love your sister Janet, Louie, Justine and Luis
April 20, 2010
To Janet and family, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult of times, may God grant you peace... love you...
Liz Cassoli-Quadrino and Family
Kristin Ilchert
April 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. So sorry for your loss, just know that Vinny moved the party to heaven.
Loretta Grgas
April 20, 2010
Dear Janet and Family,
With deepest sympathy at this difficult time. May your memories of great times together sustain you!
Love, Loretta, Mike, Matthew and Luke
dolly kessler
April 20, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Donna Thomas
April 20, 2010
•We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
xoxo
Nancy Sedor-Marrero
April 20, 2010
May God bless and comfort during this painful time. Goodbye to my old friend who has touched so many lives, he will be missed.
Stephen Gene Digirolamo
April 20, 2010
I have no doubt that there are no words which can ease your family pain during this difficult time. I offer to you and the entire family my deepest sympathy and my most heart felt prayers that God may ease your pain, and provide comfort in your lives. God bless all of you.
Patrick Messmer
April 20, 2010
My heart goes out to all the family in this sorrowful time. Vinny shall be remembered and missed. God bless you all. R.I.P. Vinny
Maryann Avigliano
April 19, 2010
My deepest sympathy to you and your family Janet. In your heart he will stay forever. You are in my prayers.
Penny Hickey-Formica
April 19, 2010
April 19, 2010
Dear Betty, Janet,Chickie and Chrissy
My deepest sympathy to all of you in your time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Love
Penny Hickey Formica
Pat Messmer
April 19, 2010
You shall be remembered Vinny
Zoila Soldo
April 19, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Sansone Family...prayers and thoughts are with you all... Rest in Peace and God Bless You Vinny.
Tonya Kleppinger
April 19, 2010
So Sorry to hear of your loss.. Vinny and I worked at the bagel shop in E. Stroudsburg... he had a wonderful spirit for life and adored his family... peace with you and yours..
Love,
Tonya Kleppinger
Monica Ciarletta
April 19, 2010
God Bless Your family during this difficult time and always
R.I.P Vincent
Luis Lopez
April 19, 2010
To My Uncle Vinny: You will never be forgotten!!!!
Ba Boom Boom Bat Bat Ba Boom Bat is what you would play for me when you were still around. You were the best drummer I have and will ever come across for as long as I live.
My Uncle Vinny was the best person anyone could ever meet. He was fun to joke with, great to be around, and overall was the most talented person you could meet. Just a month ago I saw you at your 50th Birthday and I remember the look in your eyes, when you would say "Luis, I Love you, you are my favorite nephew and you always will be." Now I look back at all the laughs we would have, and I still can't believe God is taking you from me so soon. You use to call me 4 times a week. And my phone would Ring Ring Ring off the hook and "I'd ask my mom who is that"? "And she would reply "it's Uncle Vinny want to talk to him?" Without a thougth I would grab the phone and he would say "Is this my screwy Louie"? and I would say "yes, whats up Uncle Winny"? We would always talk about drumming, fishing or hunting. The three things my uncle and I had a passion for. He would always tell me he wanted to go on a fishing trip with me or go hunting with me, sometimes my uncle would even tell me he wanted me to play at one of his band jobs. But none of these things my uncle wanted to do with me ever came true.
The day my uncle walked into the hospital, I knew something was wrong. I would pray to God every night before bed and say "Dear God, please let me be able to do all of those things with my uncle that he wanted to do with me, give him another chance." That's when I found out bad news. I had flash backs of my uncle and my childhood, and what we would do together when I was younger.
At my grandfather's funeral he would say don't worry poppy is in a better place, a magical one, nothing like here. I would lean my head into his chest and cry on him. He would say "keep strong, don't worry, we are all going to see eachother again soon. don't cry because if this were my funeral, I wouldn't want you to cry, I would want you to be happy, I'm going with God and I don't have to be sick anymore." Now I find myself here, in the same position losing a uncle but not just an uncle, but my best friend.
I LOVE YOU UNCLE VINNY!!!!! RIP
LOVE YOUR NEPHEW LUIS
LUIS LOPEZ (NEW HYDE PARK, NY)
Bill Winter
April 19, 2010
My Sincere sympathy to the Sansone family for their loss.
I have known Vinny since 1976 and have shared many pleasurable experiences together both in New York and Pennsylvania. The saturday night rituals we always had at his mom's house having coffee, cake and shooting the breeze will never be the same without Vinny coming home from a band job and joining in. You will surely be missed but not forgotten.
Bill, Kevin & Jessica Winter
(reeders, PA)
Fred Ippolito
April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Fred & Antoinette Ippolito & Family
April 19, 2010
Our deepest sympathy Janet to you and your loved ones during this time. He will always be with you.
The Rivera Family, New Hyde Park, NY
Erin McCambridge
April 19, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Sansone Family my prayers are with all of you, God Bless You Vinny.
DENISE IPPOLITO
April 19, 2010
To The Sansone Family,
No bond is as great as that between Family. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a Special Guardian Angel to watch over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Denise Ippolito & Family
April 19, 2010
it is such a sad time for you all , but know that smile of his will always be shinning down on us all. you all have another special angel out there. my prayers are with you.
sue repsher(sue city sue)
April 19, 2010
he was an uncle, a brother, a son, and a great father to 2 sons. he was special to everyone that got to be around him, i for one got to meet and be around him for only a short amount of time, but i know he will be greatly missed and loved by many exspecially the loving family he had. i will always remember the the good things i know of him. and i hope with everyday things get alittle easier for his family and friends. just remember hes in a better place no more suffering though times in the hospital.
DOREEN ASTARITA
April 19, 2010
my deepest sympathy to my good friend janet and family. love always Doreen Astarita and family
The Grago Family
April 19, 2010
To the Sansone Family,
We are so sorry for your loss! Our deepest sympathy is with all of you!
Sincerely,
John, Gilda & Children
samy natale
April 19, 2010
Dear Sansone Family. sorry for your lost.vinny you were a real good friend of mine. my paryer are with you .make sure you show them how to the rock and roll.one the best drummer i knew ,god bless
Maria D'Ambrosio-Sierra
April 19, 2010
Although it has been almost 30 yrs since we've seen each other, I still remember all the good times we had! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Sansone family.
Mary Drew Wolyniec
April 19, 2010
Dear Sansones, I am so sorry for your loss and my prayer are with you at this time of deep sorrow.
kathy devita
April 19, 2010
he will always be with you and your family
Butch--Joanne--Butch Jr-- the Werkheiser Family
April 19, 2010
BethAnn and all of Vinnie's family,
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you. Vinnie was a great person and will be greatly missed by all who knew him...take comfort in remembering all the good times with him...
sincerely,
April 19, 2010
Dear Sansone Family..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Vinny will be missed by all who knew him..
Dawn Krowl Palmieri
Peter Poepplein
April 19, 2010
My deepest sympathy To the Sansone family I'm so sorry for your lost
LISA ZANONE
April 19, 2010
This is so sad. I haven't seen Vinny in many years, The thing i remember most about him is how he would always make me laugh always put a smile on my face. My condolences to his family
Neida Stein
April 19, 2010
Bethann
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
April 19, 2010
Dear Betty, Michael,Thomas,Chickie,Chrissy, and Janet, Bethann. I am very sorry for your loss. Vinny will be deeply missed.It was a pleasure to know Vinny. You all are in our thoughts, and prayers. With all our love. Todd,Denise,Amber and Matthew.
April 19, 2010
It's hard to believe it! I spoke to Vinny the day he entered the hospital. He was in his usual great spirits and told me he would see me next week for band practice. I never spoke to him again. I was part of Vinny's band - on and off- for 15 years. Even though we worked hard, our shows were like social engagements because Vinny always made these shows lots of fun. I've lost a good friend and we've all lost a great person. My sincere condolences for his family. Frank Benincasa
Adam Dratch
April 19, 2010
April 19,2010 Vinnie wasnt only a patient to me, although that is how we were first brought together. We had such a strong relationship and alot in common. I often told Vinnie that if we had grown up together I feel like he would be one of my best friends. Our relationship went far beyond the doctor patient level. I love Vinnie and will always remember him. I am so sorry that we all lost him this young.
My thoughts and prayers are with all those who loved and will miss Vinnie. Adam Dratch.
April 19, 2010
I am so disheartened about this. Vinny Sands gave me the opportunity to be a part of his amazing band "The Starter Dance Band" and I was looking forward to all of the possibilities of the band and working more with him. I did not have that long a time to know him but he treated me with respect and I knew that I would learn a lot about performing from him. He was an AMAZING drummer, singer and all around great person. My condolences go out to all of his family members and loved ones in general. Vinny, you will be miissed DEARLY!
The Cassidy Family
April 19, 2010
Dear Michael Thomas, Betty, BethAnn,Chickie, Veronica, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's hard to believe that he is not here with his contagious laugh and genorous heart. A good friend and neighbor to us. A beloved support for you. God bless you all.
Love,
Randi, Joe, Joey, Michael-in-heaven, Rich, Brian,Allison, Rocky and Angel
April 19, 2010
I am so disheartened about this. Vinny Sands gave me the opportunity to be a part of his amazing band "The Starter Dance Band" and I was looking forward to all of the possibilities of the band and working more with him. I did not have that long a time to know him but he treated me with respect and I knew that I would learn a lot about performing from him. He was an AMAZING drummer, singer and all around great person. My condolences go out to all of his family members and loved ones in general. Vinny, you will be miissed DEARLY!
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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