Vincent La Mariana Obituary

Family-Placed Funeral Notice

VINCENT LA MARIANA “Vince” Age 74 of Okeechobee, FL passed away on February 5, 2007. Vince, Sr., was born the son of Joseph Vincent and Elizabeth La Mariana in Long Island, NY, 1932. Vince located from Long Island, to Palm Beach County, FL in 1971, and then relocated to Okeechobee County in 1982. Vince was a real estate developer with previous holdings in the residential, industrial and retail property sectors in Long Island, NY and Palm Beach County, FL. In his later year's, he owned and operated an over-the-road Transportation Systems Company, and was actively involved in a number of civic organizations and community fund raisers. In particular, he was one of the founding members and served as Major (volunteer status) to the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Search & Rescue Unit; an important community non-profit organization. Vince also served Columbia Raulerson Hospital of Okeechobee County and contributed as Board of Trustee from 1996-2002, and was appointed Chairman of the Board in 1998 and served in this capacity through 2002. Vince attended mass and served Sacred Heart Church, Okeechobee as former Treasurer. Vince was a Board of Trustee, First Bank of Indiantown and was a past member of the Okeechobee County Industrial Authority. Vince was a past Board of Trustee - Florida National Bank, Palm Beach County, and had also served in a co-advisory role to the initial construction development of St. Ignatius Loyola Cathedral, Diocese of Palm Beach. Lastly, Vince was a past Board of Trustee of the Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach - Treasure coast, Inc., from 1988-1992. As a truly devoted and loving family man, Vince is survived by six children; Joseph A. La Mariana of San Francisco, CA, Vincent La Mariana, Jr., Elizabeth A. McLinton of Palm Beach County, and MaryAnn Schneider of Okeechobee County. Steven E. Dixon and Donna M. Eberle both of Palm Beach County and mother of his children, Marianne La Mariana of Palm Beach County. One daughter-in-law; Theresa A. La Mariana of San Francisco, and two son-in-laws; Kevin R. McLinton and Kevin Eberle of Palm Beach County. One sister; Ann E. Cordani and (William A. Cordani) of Palm Beach County. Six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Vince was pre deceased by special companion Jean E. Regelmann and son in law James R. Schneider. A celebration of his life and Funeral Mass by Fr. Hugh Duffy, Pastor, will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church, 701 S.W. 6th Street, Okeechobee. Telephone: (863.763.3727). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sacred Heart Church, Okeechobee - new building construction fund (or) Okeechobee County Sheriff's Search & Rescue Unit c/o Sheriff's Department of Okeechobee in memory of VINCENT LA MARIANA, Sr. Vince will be forever missed by his loving family and friends and by the many lives he touched during an extraordinary journey. Lastly, the family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the dedicated Doctors and Nursing staff of Columbia Raulerson Hospital, Sheriff of Okeechobee, and Pastor, Sacred Heart Church. “We remain grateful for his devotion and hopeful his service will inspire other community minded individuals”. Arrangements entrusted to All County Funeral Home & Crematory, Lake Worth, FL www.allcounty.com To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Feb. 8 to Feb. 9, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Vincent La Mariana

12 Entries

LInda` Nelson

February 14, 2007

To all my cousins, and their families.
Boy,your Dad was special. When our kids would visit their grandparents, Lou and Gloria, they would always look forward to a trip to the ranch. I loved getting Uncle Vinny's calls around the holidays when he was looking for my folks. I think of your Dad and smile. How could we not. He was larger than life. I'm glad I got to see you Vince. Sorry I didn't get to see everyone else. He left a great legacy. Have a full and happy life.
Love,
Linda Biundo Nelson and family, Mike,Drew and Trevor

James Tyrrell

February 10, 2007

Dear Vince and Family,I have very fond memories of my time visiting your father's residence in Ochechobee and would like to pass on my deep condolences at this time.With deepest sympathies,

James Tyrrell

Lisa Hyde

February 9, 2007

Vince and Family,

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I wish you infinite loving memories of your father that bring you much comfort and peace.

Whatever you need, I'm here.

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." ~Author Unknown

Tom Viscount

February 9, 2007

Vince and Family,

I was deeply saddened to hear the news about the sudden loss of your father. If I can be of any assistance please dont hesitate. May we all take comfort in knowing there is one more angel above us.

God Bless,

Thomas Hotz

February 9, 2007

To Vince and his Family:
Always remember that your Dad is a important part of you and lives within each and every soul he has touched during his life on earth. I am grateful for having met him.

Lisa, Jenna and Sara Herman

February 9, 2007

To the La Mariana family, my heart is heavy for your loss and the loss of others who loved him so. 'Cousin Vinnie' as he was known to me, was an unusually loving and caring man who had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face. All wjo knew him are greatly impacted by this loss and ours so enriched by knowing him. Let God's gentleness and compassion be with us at this very difficult time.

Steven , Andrea, Stacey & Beth Nelson

February 9, 2007

Words cannot express the great loss that I and my family now feel with the passing of "Vince". For over 25 years Vince was not only a friend but a second father to me ..I have had the honor of serving with Vince on the Okeechobee Utility Authority as well as an officer under his command with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Search & Rescue.
Vince, Our Family will dearly miss you and I will miss our daily conversations. You will always live on in our "hearts and minds forever".

Joan and Reg McLinton

February 8, 2007

Dearest Family:

Our hearts are heavy and we also mourn your great loss! Please know that our love extends to each of you at this time. We too rejoice in that we will always have fond memories of Vince. Take consolation in each other for Vince would have it no other way!

Joan and Reg McLinton

Jane Harlin

February 8, 2007

This brings you deepest sympathy,and though the words are few,I hope you know that many thoughts are there today with you.
With deepest sympathy

Lori and Steve Steinberger

February 8, 2007

With Deepest Symapthy, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jessica Goss

February 8, 2007

My family and I would like to offer our deepest sympathy for Mr. La Mariana's family. It is so so hard to loose someone you love, but with the strength and love of your family/friends and from our lord above you will cut through this wall of grief and get through to the other side. God Bless.

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