Search by Name

Search by Name

BORN

1964

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave

Lansing, Michigan

Vincent Fortino Obituary

Vincent Fortino

Lansing - Vincent T. Fortino Born October 13, 1964 in Lansing, Michigan passed away August 8, 2018 at the age of 53, after a long illness. Vincent was the son of Alfred and Margaret (Maher) Fortino. Vincent was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Margaret; sisters, Janice Fortino and Patricia (Fortino) Royston. Surviving are sisters, Mary Jo (Rick) Johnson, Teresa Fortino, Diane Fortino; brothers, Tony (Marianne) Fortino and Michael Fortino; nieces and nephew, Erin (Brad) Wood, Kellie Pittman, Joseph Fortino, Olivia Fortino, and Katherine Fortino. Everyone who knew "Vince" loved him, he had a likeable personality and a great smile. He had a love of sports his whole life, especially wrestling. He began competing in sports early in his life and concluded with his annual participation in the Para-Olympics. The family would like to thank the staff at Peckham, his home care workers and Hospice House of Mid Michigan for all the care and help. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 11:00 am at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice House of Mid Michigan, 1210 W. Saginaw Lansing, Michigan 48915. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lansing State Journal on Aug. 10, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Fortino

Sponsored by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes.

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Vincent Fortino's name

Memorial Events
for Vincent Fortino

Aug

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912

Aug

11

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912

Funeral services provided by:

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912

How to support Vincent's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Vincent Fortino's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more