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Vincent Caracciolo Obituary
Worcester/Grafton - Vincent F. "Vinnie" Caracciolo went home to be with the Lord on June 24, 2015 after a valiant battle with a long illness.
He was blessed and honored to share his zest for life with family and friends from his childhood home in Worcester to his homes in Sterling, his beloved Camp Walkalo in western Maine and his most welcomed presence in the home of his daughter Gail Tebo in Grafton.
Vinnie loved the outdoors, to have the sun on his face, his dogs by his side and the joys of sharing a story or two with good company and a glass of Chianti.
He'd tell you right now, "enjoy life, tell the truth, finish what you start and don't take any bs".
Life is best shared in good times and bad with the company of those who know you and are willing to stick around.
He'd like to thank all those who supported and cared for him. Your kindness and compassion was not without witness and was so appreciated.
To Dr's Gavin and Phillips at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical center, "you are truly an honor to your profession".
To Dr's Goss and West in Maine and his hospice Nurse in Grafton, Kjeristen, your compassion and diligence made a remarkable difference in his life, Thank you.
Vinnie spent his life dedicated to public service. He spent time in service to his country in the United States Coast Guard. He served the Worcester Fire Department, the Worcester Police Department and spent over 28 years in a job he loved as a member of the Massachusetts Environmental Police, retiring as the first inland Major.
He leaves behind a host of friends and his family; daughter Gail Tebo her partner, John G. Harrington, daughter Lorie Kendrick and her husband Scott, Grandchildren; Daniel V. Tebo, Brittany Caracciolo and Vincent Kendrick. His long time companion Merri Walker and his four legged family members, Bruin, Bandit, Libby and Titan.
I've lived a life's that full, I traveled each and every highway and more, much more than this I did it my way.
His family asks that in lieu of flowers you honor Vinnie with donations to The Wounded Warrior Project PO Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675 or online at www.WoundedWarriorProject.org or The American Heart Association PO Box 3049 Syracuse, NY 13220 or online at www.Heart.org.
All are invited to gather with Vinnie's family and friends Monday June 29th from 5pm to 8pm at Roney Funeral Home 152 Worcester St. N. Grafton, MA 01536. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Vinnie Tuesday June 30th at 11:00am at St. Mary's Church 17 Waterville St. N. Grafton, MA 01536. Burial will be private at his family's convenience. Please visit an online guestbook to share a memory of Vinnie or message of sympathy with his family at:
www.RoneyFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Caracciolo
Robert Gubala
June 30, 2015
I never had the pleasure of meeting you. But judging by your obituary You sound like a great guy. We need more people who love the outdoors like you
Allen Millner
June 30, 2015
Vinnie so sorry to hear of your passing, you were one of the good guy's you always kept your word I enjoyed work with. May G-D Bless you and your family
Ron & Deb McGrath
June 30, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss what a great guy. My husband knew him for years and I met him thru work. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Jeff Peterson
June 29, 2015
Vinnie, you had a work ethic as strong as anyone I've ever known. I'm so glad we got to spend a lot of time as neighbors. You are LEGITMATELY my only Cousin Vinnie. RIP
Michael Camire
June 29, 2015
Dear Merri & family, we are very sorry to hear of your loss, we will be making a donation to Wounded Warrior Project in Vinnie's memory. Env. Police Officer's Assoc.
June 29, 2015
our deepest sympathy the staff at Dr Marian in Bolton.
He'll be missed a lot!!
Mickey Witek
June 29, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He was a great guy and will be missed by many.
Tony Manzola
June 28, 2015
RIP Vinny---you were a strait shooter,and a great guy,glad I got to know you,enjoyed our Saturday morning coffee in Hopedale with Dick Knight
June 27, 2015
Rest in peace,Vinnie we enjoyed many workouts together.You were always a class act. Fran Ritacco
BOB-JEAN CARACCIOLO
June 27, 2015
SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE VINCENT FAMILY .COUSIN VINNY WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE.OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH GAIL AND YOUR FAMILY.
GENE&JEAN PLOSS
June 27, 2015
GAIL AND JOHN SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HE WAS A GREAT MAN, MAY HE REST IN PEACE
Mike Pavone
June 27, 2015
Having the pleasure of working alongside Vinnie at times was a great experience and honor. He was a man of integrity; and had a passion for his fellow man. May he rest in peace knowing he left this world a better place for all; and remember, For as long as one is not forgotten, they are truly never gone.
June 26, 2015
Dear Gail and John
My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. Vinnie truly loved life. He is in heaven and smiling down on you now and forever. I am blessed to have known him. Hold all those memories close. Love Patty
American Heart Association
June 26, 2015
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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