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Raymond Garman
August 1, 2025
Victor was by far the best traffic cop EVER! As a former Pittsburgher, I have very fond memories of his perfect performances!
Steven Kalabokes
April 14, 2022
Vic was such a warm human being. I used to see him at my uncle’s grocery store, European Market, in downtown Pittsburgh where I worked to help support my college education. My mom would also help out and had fond memories of Vic. Always friendly. I moved away from Pittsburgh for work in 1980 and thought I had heard of his passing. I was watching Flashdance and decided to do a little research on him and how I discovered of his passing. I know he is with the Lord and he has been sorely missed. May his memory be eternal.
Dave Dennis
September 11, 2020
Boy we sure do need people like Vic these days, rip paisan
Kimberly Carroll-Lehman
March 23, 2010
I remember looking for Officer Cianca every time we drove through Downtown. Not once did he ever fail to spot my little brother & me frantically waving to him, & he always managed to give one of his very unique waves in return. He brought smiles & created a fond memories for so many of us. I am so sorry for your loss. He will always remain, in so many of our hearts, as one of the people that made Pittsburgh a great hometown.
February 20, 2010
please know he touched many peoples lives and brought smiles and laughter to our faces. he will be missed and the world is alittle smaller without his precense
Elmer Falcione
February 3, 2010
My Condolences are extended to the Cianca Family. Brother Vic, was a good friend, and fellow Officer of mine. Back in the 60's, before I transferred to the County Police. Brother Vic was an asset to the Pittsburgh Police; especially,the Traffic Div., and to the Citizens of the City of Pittsburgh, and, Allegheny County. Vic taught me how a proffessional Traffic Officer should handle any, and, all Police Traffic related situations. I will always be greatful to him. Vic will be sorely missed. May He Rest In Peace; and, may God Bless His Family, and loved ones. PEACE BROTHER VIC.
Respectfully; Elmer F. Falcione (Native Pgh.),
Deborah Tercsak
January 31, 2010
Vic and Richie,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your families on the loss of your father. It is with great fondness that my siblings and I remember your father as a family friend and a wonderful neighbor to the Tercsak, Carroll, Smith, Demarack, and Semplice Families on Wolford St. No matter what...your father always brought a smile to our faces.
Delores McDougle
January 28, 2010
Anna Marie,
To you and your family with deepest sympathy, you are cared about so very much at this time of loss. Remember he is not in your past but in your future.
Rita
January 28, 2010
My sympathy to the family. I had the pleasure of meeting officer Vic years ago while working my very first job out of high school. (He took me by the arm and escorted me across the intersection). Whenever possible, I made a point to cross the street where he was just to watch him and see how he made everyone smile! He will be missed.
C.J. Angelo
January 28, 2010
My Condolences extended to the Cianca Family. It was a pleasure and a treat to pass through Vic's Intersection. May his soul rest in peace and may it continue to direct traffic through the portals of heaven's gate.
C.J. Angelo, Pittsburgh, Pa
January 27, 2010
What a great loss for our small town. If there was ever a time to get stuck in traffic, it was when Officer Cianca was on duty. As a child growing up during his era, it was a treat to be in the car to watch the show on Liberty Ave. When seeing him on TV, we knew we had been entertained by a star. Thanks for the memories!!
May you be comforted in knowing that Officer Vic is now resting in God's memory with a wonderful hope for a future life on a paradise earth under God's Kingdom arrangement.
It's our prayer that you are comforted by the many kind words and positive hope for the future.
Life-Long Pittsburghers
Michael Concanon
January 27, 2010
I first knew Vic from Candid Camera. Later I was lucky enough to know him as a friend on the Police Department. A great loss to his family and to the City of Pittsburgh. My condolences to the family.
Zone 2 Public Safety Council
January 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Esther Schwartz
January 27, 2010
I so enjoyed Officer Cianca's performances as I crossed the street in the theater district. He showed us that officers can be our friends....and really sent us away with a smile on our faces. I really missed him when he retired
A Pittsburgher
January 27, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the Cianca family and my sincerest thank you for sharing him with the city of Pittsburgh. I remember, fondly, the many times I saw him working, fascinated by his energy and friendliness. He was so friendly to everyone and a joy to watch. Vic was a Pittsburgh icon and we are blessed to have known him.
Harry McMackin
January 27, 2010
I watched Vic in person and on the CBS Evening News. The thing that showed through was his love of his job. Looking at it objectively, maybe the cold days, the air quality, and the danger of traffic made it less than an ideal job for some. But Vic was an inspiration to me on my job, and like Vic, I hope that pleasure translates into good health and long life.
Marie Scotty
January 27, 2010
My deepest sympathy and prayers. God Bless. Thank you so much for sharing him with the City of Pittsburgh residents. Everyone loved him.
Ann Lynch
January 27, 2010
I remember watching Mr. Cianca at the corner of Smithfield and Fifth Avenue after school each day while I was attending Bradford School back in the 70's. What a neat guy. God Bless you Mr. Cianca!
R PARHAM
January 27, 2010
YOU DO NOT KNOW ME BUT I REMEMBER WATCHING HIM ON TV.WHAT A WONDERFUL WAY TO BE REMEMBER MAKING PEOPLE SMILE AND LAUGH EVEN IN A BUSY DAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL HE IS A PITTSBURGH LEGEND MAY YOU FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN HIS MEMORIES AND MAY HIS GRANDCHILDREN KNOW WHAT A SPECIAL MAN HE WAS HE IS A DEAR DEAR MEMORY GOD BLESS YOU ALL CELEBRATE HIS LIFE.HE WAS A BLESSING
Sue & Andy Bogden
January 27, 2010
Our Sincere Condolences to the Family of Vic Cianca
I don't think there is anyone who lived in Pittsburgh back in the 70's that doesn't remember Vic...If you didn't know him personally you felt like you did....Someone was always talking about him...
How lucky his family was to have such a wonderful,caring man,How lucky the City of Pittsburgh was to have such a Wonderful Police Officer. I know we have had many Great Pittsburgh Police Officers on the Force but How many will be remembered like Vic.
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you all during this Sad but Very Very Happy Memorable time..Everyone is again reliving the past and all the Funny happy memories of Vic..Memories are created from Special People and Vic was one of those Special People. Rest in Piece Vic,I know you are up above still watching over all the Residents in the City of Pittsburgh Smiling and Dancing.
Geri Anne Canello
January 26, 2010
Aunt Anna Marie, Victor, and Richard,
My deepest sympathy! As I share your loss, I recall younger years at Grandma's house and how Uncle Vic would always have all of us children around him at family gatherings. Oh, how he would entertain us with his jokes and tricks. And who could ever forget his imaginary "Duke the Dog"! He (Duke) was somehow always there. Strangely, you could hear him, but we never saw him. What fun Uncle Vic gave us and how he made us laugh! When I attended school in the city, he was working on Liberty Ave. He would see me at lunch time and stop all traffic, take me by the arm and escort me across the street. How sweet is that! Uncle Vic was such a kind and caring man. He will certainly be missed by all as he joins our other family members that have passed on to our home in Heaven with God. May God bless and comfort you!
All My Love,
Geri Anne
Susie Petrie
January 26, 2010
What a great loss to Pittsburgh! I know Officer Vic played a big part in making his hometown what it is today. I have such fond memories of seeing him direct traffic when I was younger. His smile and antics will live with me forever. He has now been truly promoted...as I'm sure he was needed to carry on his work in Heaven. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathy.
J. Miller
January 26, 2010
In the 60s and 70s, my Father drove to Pittsburgh from Wellsburg, WV, everyday, for our family business. One of the joys of his day was to see Officer Cianca. That made the daily trip fun and we waited to hear about it every evening. Obviously Officer Cianca touched many people and will be alive in our memories for year to come. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Bill DC Police Dept
January 26, 2010
A Pittsburgh Legend that will never be forgotten.
Many thanks to the family for sharing Vic.
God Bless....
Mort Golden
January 26, 2010
Vic was a friend of my Mom and her sisters, I went to grade and high school with his nephews. I worked downtown and always felt if you had a chance to know and watch Vic work his magic he was all part of Pittsburgh being "Someplace Special"
Alice Anthony
January 26, 2010
To the family of Victor Cianca, I extend my sympathy to you. May God bless and keep you. My heart and prayers are with you. I can still remember the days when Vic patrolled Washington Avenue in Bridgeville,Pa
January 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Cianca family.
Officer Cianca touched thousands or it could be millions of Pittsburghers and visitors during his tenure with the City of Pittsburgh.
I remember when my Uncle passed away (he was also a traffic division officer); officer Cianca came to show his respect with many other officers. After the prayer service, Officer Cianca, went to the casket, waved his white gloved hands as he was directing my Uncle to Heaven.
Thank you Officer Cianca for all you did for Pgh. May you rest in Peace
January 26, 2010
What a Pittsburgh treasure! Deepest sympathy and God Bless.
Mike & Jean, Green Tree PA
Gary Colosimo
January 26, 2010
Dear Cianca Family, I remember Vic as a traffic cop, but my fondest memories were after he retired. I'd see him in front of Benkowicz fish market doing his thing on Fridays during lent, or pumping gas at the Exxon in Bridgeville.But, Lastly I knew him as a good friend and customer at my Sunoco in Dormont. He came in to play his numbers almost on a daily basis after working in Bridgeville, and I tried to talk him into working for me, which would have been an real honor .We enjoyed him, his conversation, and his infectious smile and a 'God bless you' when he left. I road him home a few times to further my very enjoyable experience with this Good Man. GOD BLESS VIC!
January 26, 2010
to the Cianca Family may you keep the fine menories close to your heart like we in Pittsburgh kept him
Patty
January 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Cianca family, what a legend Vic was. I can remember him directing traffic downtown in the 70's. We need more caring and loving people like him in the world. God bless you Vic and I know you're directing traffic in your new heavenly home! God bless your family.
Rob McCann
January 26, 2010
My best wishes to Vic`s family. He was truly a Pittsburgh original. Everytime I pass a somber looking Cop, I think of Vic. His attidude was infectious!
Dee Craig
January 26, 2010
Dear Cianca Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Vic's passing -- he was truly memorable as a policeman -- too bad he couldn't have trained today's cops to be like him! He will always be remembered as a true Pittsburgh Ambassador!
God Bless you all.
Judy
January 26, 2010
This gentleman/policeman helped to teach me the ropes of trying to get across Grant Street when I was fresh out of high school on my first job. I along with many others remember him stopping in the Grant Street Bar at 7:30am to wish everyone there having coffee a great day. He was the happiest man on his job and he transmitted that to those of us that came in contact with him.
We looked for him to brighten our day! He was a credit to the Pgh. Police Force and a memory that will never be forgotten by thousands that knew him. My sincere condolences to his family and to all of us who have lost a live memory but one that will last forever.
January 26, 2010
I remember going downtown just to watch officer Vic. He was a truely pleasant person and a real joy to watch. never did he have a traffic jam at his corner and people just loved to watch him perform.
ed
green tree, Pa.
Paul Moser
January 26, 2010
My condolences on the passing of Mr. Cianca. I remember as a kid, my grandmother would always laugh and tell us about this policeman who would guide traffic, while miming and making funny faces. She loved him! I cannot recall if we were ever able to see him in action, but I definitely remember him on Candid Camera.
Every once in awhile God puts someone exactly in the job they were meant to do, and it shows by the way they approach it. Mr. Cianca was definitely one of these people.
Donald Glunt
January 26, 2010
Dear Cianca family and loved ones.
My family would like to express our sincerest condolences. Vic was not only a great cop but a great guy as well. My father, Donald Forbes Glunt, a politician in the 60s and with the District Attorney's office in the 70s and 80s, was well aquainted with Vic. He would often tease with him. My favorite memory of officer Cianaca was when he played his imaginary violin for me when I was trying to cross Liberty Ave. while driving the South Oakland Citiziens Council van full of my developmentally challenged clients. It really brightened our day. May God surround you with his comfort and peace.
The Reverend Donald T. Glunt
Cindy Toth
January 26, 2010
What a wonderful human being! You had to smile when you saw him. He will be sorely missed.
karen powell
January 26, 2010
Thank you Vic for all the fun and memory's..May God Bless you and your family.
Donna Outly
January 26, 2010
Dear Mrs Cianca, Vic and Richie. Many years have passed since we were neighbors on Birtley Ave. I have so many fond memories of your family. We were blessed to have had such a great neighborhood and your family and especially our Candid Camera Cop were a big part of it. Please accept our sympathy and prayers. Donna Kossler Outly and the whole Kossler Family.
January 26, 2010
I worked at Peoples Bank (PNC)in 1952 at 4th and Wood St., and Mr. Cianca and Eileen M. from Auto Club and myself took morning coffee breaks at a drugstore across the street. Mr. Cianca was a funny man and full of proficies and such a gentleman. He told us to always brush your teeth with cold water and he had the brightest smile to back it up. Little did we know at the time that eventually everyone would know how special he was.
My sympathies to his family and so glad to hear that he enjoyed such a long life with a loving family. A hello also to anyone else who was around way back then.
Sincerely,
Nancy Janney Marr
Orange County, CA
D Teeple
January 26, 2010
Vic will be sadly missed. Vic was a great asset to Pittsburgh. When it is our time maybe he will be there to direct us to Heaven.
Donna Mersing
January 26, 2010
To the loving family of Victor Cianca, Sr.
I am a Pittsburgh native and will always live in Pittsburgh. Officer Cianca epitomized everything there is to love about Pittsburgh and its residents. He loved the city and he loved us. Our loss is heaven's gain; for sure he is directing traffic for God.
January 26, 2010
My condolences to the Cianca Family. Pittsburgh has lost one of it's beloved treasures and heaven has gained an angel. I'm sure Vic is directing traffic now at St. Peter's gates. What wonderful service he gave to his country and to the City of Pittsburgh! Thank you Mr. Cianca.
A Pittsburgher
January 26, 2010
A true Pittsburgh legend with a huge heart of gold.
Cindy O'Toole
January 26, 2010
When my brothers and I were kids we could'nt go downtown W/O stopping to watch Vic
Carole McKee-Spalino
January 26, 2010
My condolences. To the family and friends of Victor Cianca: He was by far and away the best cop in the city of Pittsburgh. I'll always remember him that way. He made directing traffic look like an art. Thank you, Officer Cianca, for the fond memories.
John Berg
January 26, 2010
Thanks, Vic, for all the wonderful memories. You were a joy for the people of Pittsburgh and for me personally as I was growing up!
Carrie K.
January 26, 2010
I remember Mr. Cianca leading my family across the street when we went to see Civic Light Opera performances at Heinz Hall. (I'm sure my father would have preferred to stay outside and watch him.) If the world could be filled with more people like Mr. Cianca...
Joan
January 26, 2010
Officer Cianca would occasionally direct rush hour traffic at the corner of Forbes and Grant. When I was working downtown in the late 70's, I would approach the intersection and watch with wonder and a smile on my face at the hilarious gestures he made: hands folded in prayer, eyes covered, following a pretty girl as she passed by. He made everyone smile at the end of a day's work. I even had the pleasure of being escorted by Officer Cianca across a busy Grant Street. He has been missed since the day he retired. My sympathy to his family.
maureen
January 26, 2010
mr. cianca put the city of pittsburgh on the map as a happy place to live.
Mira
January 26, 2010
Thank you Vic! You ALWAYS treated me like a lady when I crossed the street on my lunch break - even though I was 18! Thank you for continuing that tradition thru my career in downtown Pittsburgh.
Paul Wright
January 26, 2010
Rich, Vic, Very sorry to hear about your Dad. We had some great memories of going to the farm and driving his car in the driveway and garage. It's been a long time since I was in Pittsburgh but I always wanted to return to Birtley Ave to see ya'll.
SHIRLEY KODA LEPORE
January 26, 2010
I remember enjoying watching Vic direct
traffic after a hard days work at US
Steel. I would stand there for 5 or 10
Min before heading for the bus stop.
It was such fun. Sometimes, he would
stop traffic for me to cross!!!
With Love and Sympathy to his Family.
SHIRLEY KODA LEPORE
W. A. "Sandy" Bliss III
January 26, 2010
Dear Family of Officer Cianca
I recall watching your father direct traffic in Pittsburgh years ago when I was working there. He was fabulous!
I send my deepest sympathy.
Cheryl Daerr
January 26, 2010
To Officer Vic Cianca's Family:
He truly was a Pittsburgh legend. To this day, I can see him directing traffic during rush hour on Grant Street. He made the end of a bad work day seem better w/his wink and/or smile. He will be missed by all.
JoAnn Jones
January 26, 2010
It is a joy to read these rememberances. I was also a student at Duquesne in the '70's, and looked forward to Mr. Cianca's antics and his friendliness. And my dear Mother was also guided by his gentle hand while she was pregnant with me. She told that story often, always with a smile. Pittsburgh has lost another good man. God's blessings upon him and his family.
Mike Silverstein
January 26, 2010
As a child, I was taught that to be a success, you needed to lead a happy and useful life and to do your best at whatever chose to do. Vic Cianca was the perfect example of that. He took a mundane job and turned it into a symphony. He took pride in his work, and we Pittsburghers took pride in him. He brought joy to our days and to our lives. Remembering Vic at his craft still brings a smile to my face.
Godspeed, Vic. Safe home.
Kris Badolato-Antonucci
January 26, 2010
Vic - I will always remember your father with great fondness and love - my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Frank & Karen Grieco
January 26, 2010
Victor and Richard..
Many folks remember your dad as the funny traffic cop.. I remember him as Mr Cianca, my neighbor!
Can you remember when i delivered the candy to your house and it was for another neighbor !!!!
While I know we are sadden by his passing, he is now receiving his just rewards for being a good servant -- You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 26, 2010
One of my earliest recollections of coming to Pittsburgh for an education at PITT and a job at Duquesne Light was how much I enjoyed walking down 6th Avenue to Liberty and seeing the "Ballet Traffic Cop" in action. Vic even acknowledged me once as a pedestrian crossing the street. I was thrilled. I was sorry to see him retire, but I'm sure that he made the most of it during his last years on earth. Pittsburgh will always remember and miss him, but he has given us a legacy and a legend. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Carol Cushman
Mars, PA
Larry Z
January 26, 2010
One of the funniest Pittsburghers ever. Thanks for the memories.
January 26, 2010
Mr. Cianca was a Pittsburgh legend. Watching him in person or on Candid Camera is one of my most cherished childhood memories. My sympathy to his family. I hope you receive comfort in knowing that Pittsburgh loved him and will always remember him.
Warren & Evie Lander
January 26, 2010
To this day we think of him often. He was such a delight.
Gene Wisniewski
January 26, 2010
Vic is now directing souls for the lord.He was a great friend and comrade to me on the police department.I knew him when I was a teenager,he was a friend of my family.He now rests in the arms of the lord.May he rest in peace forever.May god grant solace to his family at this time of mourning.
James Schofield
January 26, 2010
To the family of Victor A. Cianca, my prayers are with you.I am a retired streetcae operator from PAT, Vic was the best God Bless your family.
Harry Maxwell
January 26, 2010
officer cianca to those of us who are old enough to remember your days on the force we loved you.god bless you and your family
January 26, 2010
To Officer Vic's family
He was a joy to watch and he brought fame to the City of Pittsburgh. Thank you Officer Vic for making a mundane job enjoyable to all.
Tim Palmieri
January 26, 2010
I first met Officer Cianca when I was eight years old. He was directing traffic in front of old Forbes Field and made it look so easy. The enjoyment from that day stayed with me always. He was one of the few individuals I knew who really enjoyed his job and helping people at the same time. His signature "sign of the cross" gesture was a classic.
Thanks, Vic. I hope St. Peter gives you the opportunity to show your stuff in Heaven with a big traffic jam.
Marian Krivacek
January 26, 2010
I remember stopping and just watching Gloves direct traffic and he made me laugh so much. He found my little sister on the corner across from Kaufmanns when she decided to go on her own after we came out of the Warner Theatre. He was Wonderful! God Bless him.
Ada Vorpagel
January 26, 2010
Officer Vic was a wonderful man who managed to keep Pittsburgh traffic moving and making drivers laugh when they probably would have been swearing in a traffic jam. I always enjoyed watching him and his movements. When I read about his passing this morning, I realized that he was a link to "home" now that I am living in North Carolina. May our Precious God enfold him in His arms and keep him - and you, his family - in Perfect Peace. God Bless.
Donna LaScola
January 26, 2010
Officer Cianca was a mainstay in downtown Pgh, and we all loved to watch him and he was always pleasant to everyone, he will be missed
Jim Ellenbogen,Allegheny county council, District 12
January 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Pittsburgh has lost one of it's legends
Gene
January 26, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Cianca family. Mr. Cianca was a true patriot through and through. They don’t make men like this anymore.
Alex (Junie) Vasil
January 26, 2010
Wonderful memory, at one time Vic worked the corner of 2nd Ave & 10 St. I would play hooky & head downtown from southside. He'd stop me and ask "why aren't you in school Junior"? My reply "Holy Day of Obligation"! Vic "what obligation"? He would make hand gestures like, "shame on you, bless me and pray for me"! This same routine happened many times and he didn't turn me in!!
Wonderful memory. Alex Vasil
Marsha Hays
January 26, 2010
Years have passed but as a much younger girl,working at Equitable Gas Company, I would spend many of my lunch hours watching Mr. Cianca, with his white gloves. directing traffic. It was like a dance without the music.
I am sure he will always be remembered as one of Pittsburgh's special people.
Your Admirer forever
January 26, 2010
My condoleneces to the Cianca Family. He was a great and funny man. I could remember as a little girl going down town with my family and we would alway go to see the dancing cop. He holds a lot of memories here in Pittsburgh. Rest in peace Mr Cianca it would be nice if we had more traffic police officers like you.
January 26, 2010
Truly a Pittsburgh legend just like Myron Cope, Bob Prince and Fred Rogers. Extending deepest sympathy to the Cianca family in your loss. Vic is most likely already directing traffic at Heaven's gate.
Terry Moore
January 26, 2010
How many tired people had smiles on their faces at the end of their workday because of Vic? God bless him for being a special part of Pittsburgh.
Mark Palombini
January 26, 2010
I remeber as a Kid watching him and his comical ways of directing traffic.
he will always be remembered in my heart.
victor giese
January 26, 2010
Vic used to come into Zotis restaurant where i worked an d i'd sneak him some of my meatballs and coffee,I'm gonna miss him! my name is Vic also,he always brightened up my day!
victor giese
January 26, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Carolyn Hoffman
January 26, 2010
Cianca Family,
I must extend my condolences to your family. Mr. Cianca was such a bright spot when I was a college student in the 70's and passed through his intersection on the way to Duquesne University from the bus stop. Not only did he keep traffic moving, he was a true gentleman......always a smile or a tip of his hat, a wink, or a nod. How blessed Pittsburgh was to have had Mr. Cianca in our midst.
THE PENTLAND FAMILY
January 26, 2010
TO THE ENTIRE CIANCA FAMILY,
WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF VIC, OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
MAY YOU FIND PEACE IN YOUR HEART KNOWING VIC IS NOW IN A BETTER PLACE, DIRECTING TRAFFIC FROM ABOVE.
DAVIV HICKS
January 26, 2010
YES VIC WAS ONE OF THE BEST WE HAD IN PITTSBURGH I REMEMBER HIM SO WELL IN MY FORBES FIELD DAYS DIRECTING TRAFFIC MAY HE REST IN ETERNAL PEACE DAVID TRAFFORD.PA.
Christin Evans
January 26, 2010
Watching Mr. Cianca in action is one of my fondest childhood memories. God speed to him and his family.
Deacon Pat Valerio
January 26, 2010
To the family of Victor A. Cianca, My prayers and condolences go out to you at this time of your grief. I didn't know Victor, but it seemed like I had. I used to always make sure I'd travel downtown just to see him direct traffic. I'd wave to him or blow the horn and he would respond with a kind jesture. He was truly a "Pittsburgh Icon". One of a kind. May our lord reward him with eternal rest and may our lord grant your family peace. I will remember Your family and Victor in my prayers.
January 26, 2010
Officer Cianca took my arm, stopped traffic and help me across the street. No, I wasn't old or handicap..just very pregnant.(smile) You have to smile when you think of him, because he brought so much JOY to all. The heavenly "street of gold" are now more safe because he's there. Many thanks to the family for sharing Officer Vic with all of us. Praying with & for you.
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