Vincent J. “Vinny” Saccoccio, 58, of Johnston, RI and Clearwater, FL service is 2:00 PM, Friday, May 1, 2009 at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 301 South County Trail, Exeter, RI 02822 with Deacon Ray LaFrance and the Rhode Island National Guard, to officiate.
A native of Providence, RI and a local Clearwater, FL resident since 2008, when he moved here from Cranston, RI, he was a truck driver, a Catholic, a member of the VFW and a United States Air Force Vietnam Veteran that served a an crew chief and helicopter mechanic on the HH 53 “Jolly Green Giant Helicopters.” Vinny was an avid hunter, fisherman and ran in several marathon races. Rhonda and Vinny were also avid Harley Davidson Motorcycle Fan and loved to “Ride.”
Vinny is survived by his wife, Rhonda of Clearwater, FL; two daughters: Melissa Saccoccio of Saudi Arabia; Catherine Saccoccio of Cranston, RI and his father, John P. Saccoccio of Johnston, RI.
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Rhonda, Melissa and Cathy:
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Vinny was our neighbor for many years and was so kind to my Dad when he needed a hand. My sincere condolences.
Patricia A. Cotoia
To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say…
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you.”
It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you’re part of my plan.
There’s so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you….in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too…
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who’s in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night……”My day was not in vain.”
And now I am contented….that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…. from that body to be free,
remember you’re not going…..you’re coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
http:www.ruthann1.com
Dad, I Miss you so much! I can’t believe your gone. I’m gonna miss everything, everything we did together. At lest all the great memory’s will forever be in my heart. I know you’ll always be watching over me. I love you so much always have always will.
Rest well our dear “BROTHER”, We will ride again!
To Rhonda, Melissa, and Kathy: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sorrowful time. We have many rememberances of our times with Vinny. We travelled together, fished together, ate together, and partied together. We have fun memories, and some not so fun. Mostly, we are thankful to have had Vinny for a brother-in-law. Your Grandparents loved him. The last time I saw him, he talked with me about his future plans, (fla.) I was happy for him and you, Rhonda. It was your time, and I know you were greatful for the time that you had with him. We’ll remember Vinny fondly, and we’ll always have a story or two to tell. Take care, Love, Rich and Debbie
To the Family of Vinnie, I am deeply sorry for your loss, I remember driving Vinnie to his wedding in my limo, he was great guy and will be dearly missed.
Dear Rhonda, Cat, and Melissa I am so sorry for your
loss. You are all in my prayers.
Rhonda, we were so sorry to hear of Vinny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Please God forgive a silent tear,
a constant wish that he was here.
Others were taken, yes we know,
but he was ours and we loved
him so. He bid no one a last
farewell, nor even said good-bye
He was gone before we knew it
and only God knows why.
If all the world were ours to give
we’d give it all and more
to see that loving face of his
just once more.
For those of who have
someone who means a lot,
treasure them with care.
For you never know their value
til you see their vacant chair.
Love you Dad.. Miss you so much
Dad, I Miss you so much! There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think about you, I miss hearing your voice when you call me I miss seeing that face of yours. Well I miss everything. I still can’t believe your gone out of site but not out of my mind and heart. I feel so lost with out you here. Dad I miss my best friend I love you so much always and forever, that will never change! Ive been doing alot of fishing and every time I go I feel like your right there with me, Same thing when I go riding! your bike is in good hands and I have been taking good care of it so don’t worry lol. I know I’m safe every time I ride cause your right there with me. Who would have thought I could handle your 1200 lol I know I’m making you proud! Hope you and mom and gram are having a good time up there! I miss you all so much. So much has changed in 4 mouths still can’t believe it’s been that long already. I’m trying so hard to be strong just like you always told me to be but some times it is very hard, Cause I feel so lost with out you here. Well I guess that’s it for now. I love you Daddy!
Dad, I miss you so much…
Hey Dad
Happy birthday! yesterday was very hard for me I miss you more then words could ever say… I want you to know that there is never a day that goes by I don’t think bout you. Your with me always, my mind an as well as my heart. I thought time would heal alil but it hurts so much I still can’t believe your gone out of sit. What I would do just to see your face once more have you hold me in your arms or just to do something we always enjoyed. Dad I love you always have always will… Miss you an mom so much!
I actually just now learned that Vinny had passed over a year later. I worked with him for the Town of Johnston as a part timer in high school, and man did we have a lot of laughs. Vinny also single handedly got me to love Stevie Ray Vaughan!
I am so sorry to hear of his passing and I hope he is at peace.
Hey Dad! I don’t know if you been trying to tell me something lately, but wow I feel like your right by my side. I miss you so much! your always on my mind! Dad you will always be my bestfriend an I will continue to do all the things I have learned an enjoy doing with you. I will always have those good times in my heart cause they make me feel like your right there with me always! I go see your best bud Pomp alot. He is great dad! Now I see why you guys where best buds. When I hang out with him it makes me feel like your there having a good time with us! Wow Dad I really miss you. Its still so hard for me an I think it will always be till we see each other again! I love you with all my heart an soul. Hope your having a good time with mommy again an gram. send my love an talk to you soon. love you always your lil girl!
Dad I Miss you so much. Your always on my mind an always in my heart! Love you.
Dad, I miss you so much words cant express how I feel. Everyday & night your on my mind an always in my heart. I wish you were still here, just to hear your voice again or just to have your loving arms around me I would give anything to just have that once more. I know your watching over me with Mom & Gram.. They say time heals… Its been over a year now since you been gone and I still cant believe you are no longer here. I miss you more then anyone would ever know. Please watch over me everyday an night till we all meet again. I love you so much Dad
love always your little girl xoxo
Happy Birthday Dad! I love & Miss you so much…. Sending hugs and kisses in the wind.
Miss You so much!