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Vincent Fairchild Obituary
May 5, 1983 - June 3, 2020
Vincent J. Fairchild, 37, of Brookfield, beloved son of Robert and Diana (Caracciolo) Fairchild, lost his courageous 15 year battle with addiction on Wednesday, June 3rd. He was born in Danbury on May 5, 1983 and was a lifelong resident of Brookfield.
Vinny was a graduate of the Canterbury School, class of 2001. He went on to graduate from Springfield College with a degree in Criminal Justice.
Vinny loved sports, especially baseball and football; he played with Brookfield Youth Sports, and continued in high school. His happiest times were when he was competing alongside his friends and teammates.
Vinny will be remembered for his bright eyes, his electric smile, and his ability to light up a room. He adored his family and friends whom he loved as family. Vinny was incredibly proud of his younger brother, Hunter, and all of his accomplishments.
Though the insidious disease of addiction took his life, it never changed the loving, compassionate man Vinny was.
In addition to his devoted parents, Robert and Diana, he will be sadly missed by his brother, Hunter; his grandfather, Alan Fairchild; his uncles, Col. Douglas J. Monroe, Ret. US Army, and Joseph Fairchild; and his aunt, Cynthia Fairchild-Dineen (Scott). He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his lifelong friends and their families.
He was predeceased by his grandmother, Patricia Fairchild; and grandparents, Vincent and Joyce Caracciolo.
A celebration of Vinny's life will be held at a date and time to be announced.
Memorial Contributions in his memory may be made to Danbury Animal Welfare. To leave a condolence, visit www.CornellMemorial.com
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Roseanne Koveleski
June 22, 2020
Rob and Diana, I am saddened to hear of Vincents passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kathleen Novak
June 19, 2020
Mr & Mrs Fairchild
My heart aches for your family
For many years I worked with addicts and what I saw everyday was heartbreaking so many young people and they knew no other life
I saw people get clean and sober which was rewarding My sister died 6years ago from addiction
Your son is at Peace and know this is not your fault and I'm saying this because my Mom blamed herself for a long time
My thoughts and prayers are with you
leslie
June 18, 2020
'm so very sorry for your loss. I did not know your son, but my own son battled addiction for 12 years. 4 years clean right now. I wanted to commend you on the honesty displayed in your loving words. Society still hides from addiction and it was a brave thing to publish. Vinny is at peace, I pray you all find peace in your memories.
Kelly
June 14, 2020
I remember Vinny from school. I still remember his amazing personality and his ability to make people smile. I'm sorry for your families devestating loss. Wishing you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Patricia Lopes
June 14, 2020
Dear Diana and Family,
Joe and I send our condolences to you and the family. May the wonderful memories you shared help lessen the pain that all of you are experiencing at this time. Our prayers are with all of you.
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