Birth date: Feb 5, 1926 Death date: Mar 16, 2018
Vincent A Randazzo passed away at home on March 16, 2018 and the age of 92. He was surrounded by family and dear friends. Vincent , a world war II veteran was born in New York and lived in Brooklyn, Long Island, Saratoga Springs a Read Obituary
My heartfelt condolences to the ENTIRE Randazzo family. He was a wonderful man and I caught a small glimpse of the long, loving life you all shared over the years in the memorial video. I remember him in the 70's and was glad to see the other 40 years. I know the wonderful strength of this family and know you all have each other to get through this difficult time. My love to you all. 😘❤️🙏
If ever a mans life was orchestrated by God, it was my father. He had his share of adversity and loss but he would be the first to tell you that it was tempered by an abundance of blessings. My mother, his loving wife of 68 years and 6 children who not only loved him but deeply love each other. Our bond was always strong but was cemented over these past 3 years. I’m so proud to share my memories, my past and my future with all of you. His life was enriched by his devoted sister Vita who anyone would be blessed call family. He touched the lives of many nieces and nephews and had boundless love for them all. Vincent never disposed of anyone he ever welcomed into his life. My Brother Richard named some of dad’s closest friends as well as his beautiful caregivers but there is no room to name all of the wonderful people who called my dad friend. He was a generous and loving man who lived by and taught us that what you give comes back to you tenfold. He would joke about living to 100 while toasting himself with the words “Cent’ Anni” roughly translated to mean may you live to be 100. He may have fallen a bit short of that goal, but his memory will not. Rest In Eternal peace my sweet father. Love, Angela
My Father - Vincent Albert Randazzo is a hero. He’s not only my hero and role model, but he is to his entire family and all of his friends. And, if you were his friend, you were family. Dad always led by example, showing us all how to work hard, care for the ones you love and do the right thing.
Dad, his beautiful sister and his strong brothers didn’t have it easy growing up. Losing their own father much too young, they all, together with their mother, kept close and fought hard to make the most out of a very difficult situation. They always stuck together and they each instilled the same in their own children.
When Dad turned 18, he was drafted and fought in WWII. He fought literally - as a boxer. A shock, to those who knew him. Such a sweet, kind and loving man, did his best to make the most of being away from family while at war.
Dad returned to NYC after WWII, and was working as an elevator operator when he met his beautiful bride. It was true love at first sight. He has told us all the story of their first date. Even after multiple strokes over the past few years, Dad remembered vivid details of the past. He also showed us every day how much he loved his wife and best friend - our Mom. Even when he wasn’t feeling great, he would hear her voice, or see her, and you could see the love in his eyes and on his face.
I can speak for my 5 siblings; Angela, Mary, Frank, Patricia, Diane, and myself, as well as our spouses. We’re all proud and lucky to have our parents for parents. And we’re so glad that they had each other for almost 69 married years together.
We’re also fortunate that our own children, and their children can call Dad and Mom their Grandparents, great Grandparents and great, great Grandparents. Along with our many cousins and their families, who have these great people for an Uncle and Aunt.
We’re grateful for all of Dad’s excellent friends near and far. Especially Fern and Jeanette, Dolly, and Jim & Gerry. And the excellent care given by the most caring and loving caregivers that quickly became part of our family; Loraine, MaryAnn and Jackie.
Dad, Thank you for always being there for me. I know you still are and will be with us all, always and forever. I could never thank you enough for all you have given, and for being my father, mentor and friend.
You will always be my hero. I love you and will miss you everyday.
Rich "Mellow"
VAR 2.5.1926 - 3.16.2018
