Vincent "Vinny" Barba

Vincent was born April 29th 1966 to Maria Gonzalez and Anastasio Barba

Vincent, a devoted father, loving grandfather, and cherished son, known to most as Vinny,

In 2009, Vincent was diagnosed with kidney failure and began dialysis. His years-long battle for a kidney transplant was filled with challenges, often feeling like two steps forward and ten steps back.

Vinny's passion for cooking was undeniable. An expert in the kitchen, he honed his skills at the Colt and the Owl Club in Battle Mountain, Nevada. He admired chefs like Emeril Lagasse, Paula Deen, Gordon Ramsay, and Bobby Flay.

The open road called to Vinny. Whether hauling ore from local mines or delivering goods across America, he had an enduring love for driving 18-wheelers.

Music was a powerful outlet for Vinny. His eclectic taste ranged from country legends like Garth Brooks and Chris LeDoux to rock icons like Queen and Metallica.

Vinny was a devoted sports fan, enjoying football, wrestling, basketball, and NASCAR. He was his children's biggest supporter, always ready with sideline coaching advice, and he cherished watching college and NFL games on Sundays.

Above all, Vinny was a family man. Though he may not have had much materially, he would readily give his last to help someone in need.

After a courageous battle, Vinny's long fight ended on March 15th, 2025. Complications from kidney failure led to multiple organ failure, which proved too much to overcome.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of nearly 30 years, Nita Barba, his six children: Steven, Sascha, Austin, Vincent Jr., Maria, and Courtlenn, and his 15 cherished grandchildren.

Matthew 5:4: "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted."

Acts 24:15: "I have hope in God, which they themselves also acknowledge, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and of the unjust."

Psalm 23:4 says, "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me".

Revelation 21:4: "He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away."