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Dr. Vincent K. Tuohy
1948 - 2023
Dr. Vincent K. Tuohy
1948 - 2023
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Peter Fitzpatrick
January 14, 2025
You will always be remembered
Les Hunkele
January 8, 2025
Vince certainly was full of life, and ACCOMPLISHED many things. I will miss his sense of humor and friendship. Many times I have observed that with the success of his breast cancer research, he will have had a greater positive effect on more people's lives, than anyone else I know. What a legacy.
Harold Johnson
December 13, 2023
Thank you for leaving something special. My grandma passed a way from breast cancer. I have M.S. The stories I have read here has made me happy. Journey well Vincent...
-Harold
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Dr Kenan izgi Turkiye
June 30, 2023
was deeply saddened to hear the loss of a great scientist and a true mentor. Professor Tuohy was in my PhD committee and always enlightened me with his precious contributions. He will always be remembered. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to his family.
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Janice DeCourcey
June 20, 2023
I am so very sorry for Your Loss Of an Unique
Loving Person That Will Forever Love On Godbless You All
Lynette Z - CCF Specialty Pharmacy
April 12, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Tuohy.
Bill Genco
March 15, 2023
I remember a number of years ago doing my usual Sunday night routine of watching 60 minutes and up popped Vince being interviewed about his breast cancer vaccine work and Scott Pelley saying to him - you have given so many women hope and Vince responded " what would life be without hope." RIP Vince.
Anne H Cross MD
March 11, 2023
Vince and I worked together on some projects related to MS many years ago. He was a great colleague and taught me a lot. I am happy to have known Vince, and send my sympathies to the family. Sincerely, Anne Cross
June H Romeo, PhD, FACC
March 5, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear about Dr. Touhy's passing. I had read some of his earlier work and heard about the breast cancer vaccine trial he was conducting at CCF. I was fortunate to be a subject in the Phase IA vaccine trial and will be forever grateful to Dr. Touhy. His tireless work provides those of us with TNBC hope. Even with his passing, he is doing good for others.
Thank you, Dr. Touhy. Your work will allow so many others to live.
Joanne Campbell
February 27, 2023
I'm so sorry to read about Dr Tuohy's passing. We exchanged emails regarding his research work but quickly diverged when he found out I lived in Ireland! I think he told me he had 64 cousins here!!
He told me of his wish to play baseball and do athletics (which didn't work out) and found it amusing that I was a professional musician as he said his own musical abilities were limited. He told me his real talent lay in science.
My sympathies to his family.
He was a lovely man, it shone through in his correspondance.
Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time x
Raffaello "Ralph" Perfetto
February 20, 2023
I had the honor ofbeing called "FRIEND" by Vincent, or Vinny as I knew him years ago. He, Dr. David Fernandes kept me in shape by having me try to keep up with them jogging. And, when we finished our run each of us would take turns cooking for the three of us. When I discovered that he was doing Research at the Iconic Cleveland Clinic, I was burst with pride for him. I shared an occasional phone in the succeeding years. His visit to New York a few years ago he was a handsome man who was seeking political support for his research. I proudly wrote to every elected official that I knew. When Dr. Fernandes informed me of Vinny's passing I was stunned. The world lost a true Man for Humanity. In pure sadness, I remain Raffaello "Ralph" Perfetto
Kathy Franco
January 31, 2023
The students of CCLCM loved Dr. Tuohy for his passionate love of searching for new and better ways to help patients. They were inspired by him and encouraged to pursue their own research dreams, no matter how long or frustrating the path. He always pointed to the light ahead and enjoyed the journey. Thank you for sharing him with the school, his colleagues, patients who benefited and the world. He left the world a better place. Kathy Franco
Faith Dunkel
January 29, 2023
My father had a compelling presence. He was intelligent, passionate, and charismatic. Just about everyone who has known him has a memorable story about him. He relished in getting people not only to think but to expand in their thinking. I am enormously proud of his scientific discoveries and his far-reaching impact on others.
As his daughter, I didn’t have to be physically near to him to be with him. He was always with me. We had many conversations that lasted for hours. I am grateful for the multitude of lessons he has taught me throughout my life. I love him so much.
Sydney, Morgan and Quinn have known the softest side of their Grandpa Vince. They loved when he was silly with them on video calls, when he performed magic tricks for them, when he told funny stories. He was a generous and loving presence in their lives.
We wish for peace for him, now and forever. We will miss him dearly.
Mary Vavpetic
January 28, 2023
Marion, my sympathy to you and your family. May he rest in peace. Vince was larger than life and so passionate about his research. It was an honor to work with him. You are all in my prayers.
Mary Vavpetic
Faith Wyant
January 28, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Vince. I had the privilege to know Vince through work at the Cleveland Clinic. He was a wonderful and brilliant man - affecting the lives of many. Marion - you and your family are in my prayers!
Joanne Lyons
January 25, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of this sad news and express deepest sympathy to family and close friends of Dr. Vince Tuohy. I worked with him extensively when the breast cancer vaccine concept was in preparation for FDA submission. His passion, knowledge, willingness to be inclusive, and hope for the future of patients was palpable and refreshing. I feel so fortunate that we crossed paths in his mission to prevent breast cancer, especially the most lethal type. After our weekly logistical planning meetings with other members of the cancer center and breast center, we would frequently talk informally about the lab, funding, clinical trials and his vision for the future, always well based in sound science that only his brilliant mind could have conceived. I feel blessed to have known this great man. This picture includes members of Dr. Tuohy’s lab, as well as nurses and staff from the Cleveland Clinic Breast Center. We all believe in his cause and in him. Sincerely, Joanne Lyons, RN
Peter Fitzpatrick aka Fitz
January 23, 2023
I attended Xaverian HS with Vince and had many memories. We shared many a bus ride on the M-9 bus enroute to XHS for four years. He always sat in the back of the bus with his horned rim glasses and smiled at me as I got on the bus. We shared many of the classes together at XHS. I last saw him at our 50th class reunion in 2015. We recognized each other immediately even though he no longer wore those glasses. My heart goes out to your family in these sad times.
Frank Tuohy
January 23, 2023
To the family of Vincent Tuohy our sincerest sympathy from Frank and Cindy Tuohy, Canada very sorry for your loss
Gerard Tuohy
January 23, 2023
So sorry for your loss,may god be good to him as he was to many.
Gerard,Josie and all the Tuohy clan . (Ireland)
Lisa Tuohy
January 22, 2023
Vin was a brilliant, kind , loving , and generous man. He was larger than life and loved his family fiercely! I am so lucky to have had him as my beloved father in law and grandfather to Stella & Jake . I am forever grateful for all that he has done for our family. We so enjoyed our Grandpa Vince visits and will miss him dearly . Although our hearts are broken, I know he is in the arms of God and at peace .
JAMES BURNS
January 22, 2023
I went to Xaverian H.S. with Vinny, '65. Ran track with him, played school-yard ball with him. Saw him at our 50th H.S. reunion in 2015. Was not surprised to see how successful he became. Such fond memories. Society loses when such a talented man leaves us. Thanks for your friendship, Vinny.
David Foy
January 22, 2023
To the Tuohy family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I was a room mate with Sean for quite a number of years and he came to visit several times. Even after all these years I clearly recognize his picture and have fond memories of him as he hung out with the guys... What I also remember was that he talked about Sean and his sister Faith a lot, obviously a proud father. I knew he was a bright mind in the medical field but didn't know how much so at the time, nor did I know what he would go on to accomplish. Quite an impressive and amazing career as I read the recap. It's a strange thing what you remember after so much time about someone, he obviously made an impression on me, and I wanted to offer my condolences. Best thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Laura Basich
January 22, 2023
Vince , my wonderful brother -in law, you will be greatly missed by all! We are so saddened to hear about your passing.. you will forever be in our hearts! You were so very kind and loving to our family! We loved your funny stories and we always had a good laugh ! You were a wonderful husband to Marion and a great proud dad to all of his children and grandchildren! Your dedication and passion to your cancer research was beyond comprehension! What a shining star in the medical field! We will always love you and treasure our times together ❤❤❤
eileen
January 22, 2023
Dear Marion and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Vince was a wonderful person and brilliant scientist, it was my pleasure and honor to meet him thru Xaverian. i visited him at the lab and I was amazed and grateful to have experienced the tour.
He has changed the lives of so many for the better. My prayers are with all of you. I was proud to have known him and Xaverian was proud of him. We will continue to tell our students about his work so that his legacy lives on and he continues to inspire future generation of Clippers.
Maria Wnek
January 21, 2023
Marion, we are so sorry to hear this about Vince. We will always remember him as a talented scientist, a great humanitarian, a good person in his community of family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Gary and Maria Wnek
Louis Assini
January 21, 2023
Vince you were always a shining star, a good person who will be wecolmed into heaven with open arms. May you rest peacefully my brother you will be missed.
Victor Tuohy
January 21, 2023
A year behind Vince at Xaverian, I did not know him well, but remember him as a personable and engaging guy who endeared himself to a large number of supportive friends. Rest in peace, Vince, and condolences to your family.
Sean Tuohy
January 21, 2023
My Beloved Father, Grandpa Vince to his grandchildren and "just call me Vince" to his friends:
Dad, you were not just an amazing Father & wonderful role model, but you are my inspiration and my hero! You believed in me when no one else did and you saved me from a downward spiral of sure destruction. I have lost the single closest person to me ever in my life, my best man, my best friend, the kindest, most brilliant, generous, colorful, wise and charismatic man I have ever had the privilege to know, let alone be his son. I am so proud to be your son and I am truly blessed to have had you as my Father! This is a tremendous loss. I've never felt grief of this magnitude. I can't believe I can never call you again to hear your soothing words. You always had all the answers and I will pass this wisdom onto my children. You will live on for as long as your amazing contributions to humanity echo into the future, saving countless lives! Thank you for being there for me, Dad. I love you and I will treasure all of the wonderful memories. I hope you were wrong about the afterlife and I hope you've passed on to another existence in a better place where we may one day meet again!
Gary Procop
January 21, 2023
It is with great sadness that I heard this news. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with my friend, Marion, and with their family. Vince's contributions to this world have been amazing and will save the lives of countless individuals. His innovative discoveries and his tenacity to pursue them have changed the world of cancer prevention. Although he was taken too early, he contributed significantly to the betterment our world, which is a great thing.
Clare Sharkey (Tuohy)
January 21, 2023
Sincere condolences to Vincent´s wife, children and grandchildren, sisters Peggy, Patricia and brother Michael. Thoughts and prayers from cousin Clare and Nicholas Sharkey and family, Dundalk, Ireland
Ronald Thomas
January 21, 2023
He sat 2 seats behind me for 3 years at Xaverian HS. He was a real character. We love and miss you Vince.
Darryl Montana
January 21, 2023
Vinny was not a friend he was the brother I was blessed with not from a mutual mother but from the universe. He lent me his dad’s clubs to learn how to play golf because we are both lefties. I didn’t have to be near him to be with him. He was always there for me. Knucklewalking Studs Malone my dearest friend I miss you.
Judith Fitzgerald
January 21, 2023
Patricia Hackett
January 21, 2023
It is impossible to put into words how much I loved,cherished and will miss my brother. He was a force unlike any other.Vincent was fun,brilliant,kind, thoughtful and loved so deeply. I will miss him until the end of my time.
Patricia
Abraham Dau
January 21, 2023
I loved this guy since the days at Xaverian when he not only was a star track athlete but a humble, funny and caring person. I have thought of him many times over the years as he is one of those people from HS that endured in my mind. Rest in peace brother. Thank you not only for your contributions to science but also for being part of an important phase of my life. Rest in peace.
Judy Fitzgerald
January 21, 2023
Dear Marion, Kevin, Sean, Faith and Family!
Words cannot express the deep sorrow I feel for your family’s devastating loss. Vince was an incredible man who helped and supported so many. He was kind, compassionate, generous and selfless, and I was blessed to call this “gentle giant” my dear friend. Vince’s brilliance was only exceeded by his dedication to his mission and his love for his family. He had a vision, and despite all odds was determined to see it through. Thank you for sharing him with us, and for all the sacrifices that required. Please know that we appreciated and loved him and will continue to work to advance his legacy.
Love & Hugs,
Judy & John Fitzgerald
Debbie and Neal Infante
January 20, 2023
My husband and I always had such respect for Vince. He was such a fun, thoughtful person and he made us laugh at family gatherings when we were younger. His dedication to his research shows how he wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. May you rest in peace Vince.
Love,
Debbie and Neal Infante
Chuck Basich
January 20, 2023
Vince was an incredible guy. He was so much fun to be around We always talked about sports and will be greatly missed by all especially his family He was a great brother in law and his contributions to society are incredible with his breast cancer vaccine
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