Obituary of Vincent Rosa (1935 – 2021) – Boise, ID
Vincent A. Rosa, Jr
March 4, 1935 – December 6, 2021
Boise, Idaho – Vincent (Vinny) has died in a loving home in Amber Lane aged 86. He will be missed by his children, Anita (Mike) Bokan, Vince and Toni. He leaves behind 8 grandchildren, Ryan, Chelsea (Matt) Rauh, Michael, Megan, Zach, Alec, Bryce and Carly, and 1 great-granddaughter, Maia. He has a sister, Virginia (Bruce) Wallace, a niece, Cindi (Joe) and a nephew John (Julie). He is predeceased by his wife Joan, his daughter Elizabeth, his parents Vincent and Carmela and his brother Richard.
Vinny was born and raised in the Bronx until he joined the Navy. After serving for 4 years in the Korean War, he returned to find the true love of his life, Joan, and together they lovingly raised 4 children. After many years running a small business on the East Coast, Vinny’s love for new challenges has led him and Joan to move the family across the country and experience a new adventure and next phase. of life in Colorado. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to open a restaurant while taking the time to enjoy the magnificent Rocky Mountains. His retired life was spent with Joan in Southern California in a community of 55+. For Vinny, it was his playground with tennis, pickle ball, hiking, sailing, drawing, dancing and performing among his favorites. He was a creative man and a showman at heart. He loved the finer things in life and always appreciated people, whether it was offering a compliment, performing on stage, or simply providing advice and support when needed. He had a heart of gold with a sparkle in his eyes.
The family would like to thank Amber Lane and their caregivers for giving Vinny the gift of caring for him this last year of his life. First Choice Hospice was also of great help when Vinny needed it most. A funeral Mass will be held at St. John The Evangelist on Saturday December 11th at 11:30 am.
March 4, 1935 – December 6, 2021
Boise, Idaho – Vincent (Vinny) has died in a loving home in Amber Lane aged 86. He will be missed by his children, Anita (Mike) Bokan, Vince and Toni. He leaves behind 8 grandchildren, Ryan, Chelsea (Matt) Rauh, Michael, Megan, Zach, Alec, Bryce and Carly, and 1 great-granddaughter, Maia. He has a sister, Virginia (Bruce) Wallace, a niece, Cindi (Joe) and a nephew John (Julie). He is predeceased by his wife Joan, his daughter Elizabeth, his parents Vincent and Carmela and his brother Richard.
Vinny was born and raised in the Bronx until he joined the Navy. After serving for 4 years in the Korean War, he returned to find the true love of his life, Joan, and together they lovingly raised 4 children. After many years running a small business on the East Coast, Vinny’s love for new challenges has led him and Joan to move the family across the country and experience a new adventure and next phase. of life in Colorado. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to open a restaurant while taking the time to enjoy the magnificent Rocky Mountains. His retired life was spent with Joan in Southern California in a community of 55+. For Vinny, it was his playground with tennis, pickle ball, hiking, sailing, drawing, dancing and performing among his favorites. He was a creative man and a showman at heart. He loved the finer things in life and always appreciated people, whether it was offering a compliment, performing on stage, or simply providing advice and support when needed. He had a heart of gold with a sparkle in his eyes.
The family would like to thank Amber Lane and their caregivers for giving Vinny the gift of caring for him this last year of his life. First Choice Hospice was also of great help when Vinny needed it most. A funeral Mass will be held at St. John The Evangelist on Saturday December 11th at 11:30 am.
Posted by Idaho Statesman on Dec 10, 2021.