Vincent “Vinnie” Massa, 46, of Warren, PA., died Monday morning, August 20, 2018 at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Warren, PA., on January 3, 1972 to Stephen and Nancy Ballard Massa, surviving of Warren, PA. Vinnie was a 1990 graduate of Warren Area High School and Slippery Rock University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish. He was employed as an assistant to the Superintendent with the Warren Public Works department for 20 years. He was a longtime member of the Warren Elks Lodge, American Legion Post 135, Struthers Hose and Eagles Club. He was an avid golfer, Cleveland Browns and Indians fan, Ohio State Buckeyes Fan. He is lovingly remembered by friends and family, as a man of great integrity, who was kind, a wonderful son, husband, father, brother, who inspired numerous people.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Amy R. Massa whom he married July 7, 2017 in Warren, Pa.
2 Daughters – Caroline and Loralei Massa of Warren, PA.,
2 Stepdaughters – Chloe and Phoebe Wickert. Of Warren, PA.,
1 Brother – Michael S. Massa and wife, Shelly of Warren, PA., 2 Sisters – Kelly Burger and husband, John of Broomall, PA., Kendra Pantuso and husband, Bill of Bradford, PA., his father & mother in laws, Ronald and Penny Bosworth of Pittsfield, PA., 1 Brother-in-law, Ronald Bosworth, II and his wife, Gina of Omaha, NE., several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA. on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 P.M. A funeral service will be conducted Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at First Lutheran Church with Rev. Jeffrey Ewing, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Russell, PA. The family requests that all in attendance of visitation hours and funeral service come in any DPW dubs, Sporting or V shirts. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, Earmarked solely for the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home, 1 Main Street, Warren, PA., 16365 or John Hopkins Research Center, 750 E. Pratt Street, suite 1700 Baltimore, MD 21202. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death.
Amy and family,
I am so very, very sorry to hear of Vinnie’s passing. I never had the pleasure of meeting him but can tell he was a great guy from all of the past comments about him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Nancy and Steve,
So very sorry for your loss. Vinnie sounds like a wonderful man. To his wife and family my sincerest sympathy. May you find peace in your memories.
Lynn Graves Cole
Nancy and Steve,
You have my sincere and heart felt condolences at the loss of your son. Take care of each other.
John Smith (Moose)
Amy and Mike and girls
So VERY sorry for your loss. You’re al in my thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs.
So sorry for your loss of a great man. He will be missed by many. RIP Vinnie
Amy and family, So sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. RIP Vinnie!
Steve and family. Please accept my since condolences on the recent loss of your loved one. My prayers are with you and your entire familt
Amy & Family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, father, brother, son and a man who ment so much to so many. I only knew Vinnie briefly through work. He always had a smile and a kind word to share even when he wasn’t feeling well, he was always optimistic.
Amy,Mike,Kendra,Bill & family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. He always had a smile on his face & always made me laugh. He was such a nice person. He will be greatly missed. Sending Love your way.
Joanie Cook Pire
Nancy and Steve, Our hearts are broken for you in the loss of your precious son. It’s been a very long time since we’ve seen you but the heart always remembers. With love and prayers from Karen and Lanny Swanson
Massa Family,
Words cannot express our sincere sorrow in the loss of Vinnie. A wonderful husband, father, son and brother and friend.
So full of love and kindness with a smile the shines on forever in our memories. May God grant you peace and help you to fill your hearts with the wonderful memories that somehow help to ease the pain.
With love,
Scott, Ellen, Kassandra & Kyleigh Wilson
May God bless & comfort your whole family.
With love & prayers.
Ray & Londa Barrett
Kelly, John, Lucien, and Jackson: We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God in this most difficult time.
With our deepest condolences,
Rob, Tamar, Nick, Alex, & Stef
Massa Family, May you have my deepest sympathy upon the loss of Vinnie. I know that everyone who had the pleasure to have known Vinnie will not forget him. He was a very hard and devoted worker in Warren City DPW who cared deeply for the City of Warren and pleasing the citizens through good works and devotion to his job. I will always remember Vinnie for his quick and ever present smile and his great can-do attitude. May his family and many friends find understanding and peace during this difficult time. Rest in peace Vinnie my good friend. Jim Nelles (former Warren City Manager)
Massa Family & VStrong Team,
We live just down the street from Vinnie, we always exchange a friendly neighborly wave “hello” when they would drive past out house. You can tell a person is kind when they do that…something so simple that brightens someone’s day. VStrong Team – you really showed love and compassion to your friend Vinnie, what a beautiful bond you are all so blessed to have. I’m at a loss for words for everyone; I know you are all hurting. “To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.” ~Thomas Campbell
Our sincere condolences to you all.
Pamela, DJ, Gabrielle, and Derek Hahn
I wish I was closer to say goodbye to one of funniest, kindest man I knew. You showed such courage, and strengh and kept everyone so postive. You will be truly missed. Have a drink or two kick back and enjoy heaven V-style.
Amy,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Although I didn’t know Vinnie, I understand he was a very good father and husband to you and your family. My sincerest sympathy and many prayers go out to you and the whole family.
With deep condolences,
Diane Sivak