Vincent J. Forte Sr.

Vincent Forte Obituary

ALBANY Vincent J. Forte, Sr., age 72, entered into eternal life Friday, October 17, 2003, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Albany, he was a life-long area resident. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and received two field promotions for his knowledge and leadership. A master sculptor and carver, some of his noted works include a mahogany deep relief of Bishop Howard J. Hubbard, D.D. which is located in the Chancery Office, a bronze bust of Christopher Columbus which is located in the Italian-American Community Center of Albany, and a bronze bust of Henry Johnson which is located at the entrance to Washington Park. Mr. Forte was recently working on a commission for a marble bust of former President Clinton. He was employed by Niagara Mohawk for 37 years as a designer. He was a communicant of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, a member of the Italian-American Community Center and the Leonardo DaVinci Lodge. Son of the late Pasquale and Angela Albanese Forte. Beloved husband of Michelina (Mickey) Rizzo Forte; loving father of Vincent J. Forte Jr. and his wife Barbara, Michael Forte and his wife Maria, Mary Theresa Southworth and her husband Robert and Joseph Forte and his wife Judy; devoted son-in-law of Emma Rizzo; brother of the late Frank Forte and Rose Baggetta; cherished grandfather of Steven, Nicole and Michelle Forte, Joseph and Maria Southworth and Benjamin Forte. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, 8 Dudley Heights, Albany (opposite the Philip Livingston School on Northern Blvd) Tuesday morning at 9:15 and 10 o'clock at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may call at the funeral home Monday 3 to 8 p.m. Entombment will be in St. Agnes Mausoleum, Menands. Those desiring may send a remembrance in Vince's name to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Restoration Fund, 125 Eagle Street, Albany, NY 12202.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Forte

11 Entries

Cheryl Spano (Ryan)

May 29, 2004

I'm very sorry this is so late in coming but I just wanted to say that I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Forte's passing. I had the opportunity to talk with him a few times and ask how Mary Theresa was doing? Mary Theresa and I went to grammar school together at Cathedral. Mr. Forte remembered me and would always take the time to talk and reminisce about the good old days living in the south end. He talked proudly about his children and their accomplishments He was such a kind man and I'm so glad I had the pleasure of bumping into him those few times. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss.

katha mcdowell

October 25, 2003

my deepest sympathy goes out to the forte family. vince was a very kind and friendly person. his personality showed in his scuptures and they were beautiful. vince you will be missed. i had the opportunity to work with vince sr and jr in the engineering dept at niagara mohawk.

GOD BLESS,

KATHA MCDOWELL

Regina Simmons

October 24, 2003

Vince Forte Jr. and family. My condolences on the passing of a gentle soul. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Forte and his son in the Engineering Department of NIMO. I have never met a more considerate and compassionate people. Please know my prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless.

Tom & Nancy McGrath

October 22, 2003

Mickey and Family

We were dismayed to read(only this am) of Vince's passing. I spoke with him on the phone only a few weeks ago and he was coming to visit our new gallery. No mention of any illness.

He was a gentle man, a good friend and we will miss him.

His artistic talent was appreciated by many, his friendship is what we will always remember.

God Bless You and your family...

Tom and Nancy McGrath-Brunswick

Mary Teresa Stewart

October 22, 2003

Dear Mickey, Mary, Vince, Mike, Joey , Zia Emma and family,

I wish I could be with you during this difficult and painful time. Part of me is angry that God has decided to take our Vincent, especially since his work was not complete. But then I thought that maybe now it is up to us to continue to spread his love for family, history, art and culture. My memories of Vincent are few but so very cherished. I remember when he told me that he was upset and angry when he found out that Pavorotti left his wife. "How could he do that" were his words. Indicating a strong sense of loyalty and committment to his wife Mickey and family. He told me that he loves his grandchildren so much that it hurts. He told me that he had no idea that love could be so strong; encouraging me to share our daughter Elisa with my parents Nick and Gina because his words - "it makes retirement a blessing". I loved his stories and art work. When he took my husband and I to the park to show us Henry, he did so with such pride that his face shone with passion. Vincent will always remain in our hearts here in Edmonton. For my Albany family in mourning, we love you and hope so much that you take good care of each other, talk, laugh, cry, hug, pray and continue Vincent's legacy. With love, Mary, Don, Elisa Parrottino-Stewart and entire Family in Edmonton

Robert & Frances Blendell

October 20, 2003

Mickey, your husband will always be remembered at the IACC.

Frances Rosetti Blendell

Robert & Frances Blendell

October 20, 2003

Mickey , your husband will always be remembered at the IACC.

Frances Rosetti Blendell

Curtis Cappellano

October 20, 2003

When I visited Joe at the Forte house as a kid, Mr, Forte and the Forte family always made me laugh, feel comfortable, and at home. I will always remember Mr. Forte as making me feel that way.

maria haywood

October 20, 2003

Dear Micky and family,

We are so saddened by Vince's passing. He was an outstanding person, great husband, father and son -in-law. We are happy at least that we had a chance to see you both and Emma at the wedding party in August and have a few laughs like old times.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.

Love,

Maria(Rizzo) and Charles Haywood

Rita Sano-Bennett

October 19, 2003

Micky,

We are so sorry to hear that your husband passed away.

Rita and Orville Bennett (Sano)

Denise (Christopher) Smith

October 19, 2003

May God Bless you and keep you in the light of His love. Vince was a wonderful man whose love shone through his art and was always present in the sparkle in his eyes and in his smile.

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