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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Mr. Vincent G. Yacobozzi

Vincent G. Yacobozzi

Amherst - Gaetano Vincenzino Iacobozzi aka, Vincent G. Yacobozzi (93) passed away at his home in Amherst on January 10, 2010. One of the last of the Greatest Generation, Vince was born on December 8, 1916 in Montenero, Italy, to Giacomo and Candida (nee DiFilippo) Iacobozzi. In addition to his parents, Vince was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Anne I. (nee Toth) Yacobozzi in October, 2009, sisters Adela DeArcangelis and Dina DiFilippo a niece, Anna Marie DeArcangelis and most recently, his nephew, Leonard A. Yacobozzi.

In 1936, at the age of 19, he came to the United States. He was drafted into the United States Army Air Corps on February 2, 1942 and served as a Staff Sergeant with the 13th Air Force in the South Pacific for 3 of his 4 military years. He was engaged in the invasion of Guadalcanal in August 1942, the Northern Solomon Islands, the Dutch Indies, New Guinea and the Philippines. He flew 15 combat missions as a gunner in a B-24 Bomber before 4 bouts with Malaria grounded him. His Military awards include Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon w/4 Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Ribbon/Medal and Philippino Liberation Ribbon w/1 Bronze Star.

As one of the oldest members and Life Member, Vince, served the Italian American Veterans Post #1, Lorain, Ohio, for over 48 years and was an outstanding member and past Chairman of the IAV Color Guard. He participated in Veterans Day, Pearl Harbor Day, Iwo Jima Day, Memorial Day and Lorains International Festival ceremonies as well as countless military funerals with the IAV Color Guard. He served as an honorable member of Amvets, Post 47, Lorain, Ohio, a Lifetime Member of the V.F.W., Post 451, Lorain, Ohio, Chaplin of the Lorain Veterans Council, Lorain Senior Fellowship Club, a charter member of the National World War II Memorial Association and was named Veteran of the Year in 2002 by the Lorain Veterans Council. In April, 2007, at the age of 90, Vinces latest accomplishment was his installation as a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, the highest rank in the organization.

At age 87, this proud World War II Veteran got to see his place in history marked as he stood beside other veterans and saluted the long-awaited World War II Memorial on the Mall in Washington, D.C. honoring The Greatest Generation. Vince often stated, This memorial represents the freedoms we have today and to never take it for granted because there may come a day when we dont have those freedoms.

Employed as a metallurgist with U.S. Steel Corp. for 37 years, Vince retired in 1979. Throughout his wonderful life, Vince made sure he gave back to his community and fellow veterans by visiting with veterans in the Brecksville Veterans Hospital and the Solders and Sailors Home in Sandusky, Ohio. He also made a point to visit the childrens orphanage in Oberlin, Ohio donating bicycles and other toys to the children and donated his time to the Lorain Catholic Center preparing meals for those in need.

As a devout Roman Catholic, Vince served as a member of the Holy Name Society, an usher and adult alter server at the Church of St. Peter, Lorain, Ohio, as well as always participating in various fundraisers and events. He was a charter member of the Montenero Club, Lorain, Ohio.

Vince enjoyed golf, bowling, traveling to Florida, Arizona and Italy, the Cleveland Indians, the Cleveland Browns, The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Mount Union Purple Raiders.

He is survived by his brothers, Enio (Hazel) Yacobozzi of Dublin, Ohio, Timo (Nancy) Iacobozzi of Griffith, Indiana, three sons, Dennis Yacobozzi (Marty) of Westerville, Ohio, Kenneth Yacobozzi (Ellen) of Grafton, Ohio, Ronald Yacobozzi (Natalie) of Amherst, Ohio, a daughter, Candita Trott (Craig) of Columbus, Ohio, 7 grandsons, Denny (Eleana) Yacobozzi, Dominic Yacobozzi, Matthew Yacobozzi (friend Kristin Bock), Anthony Yacobozzi, Christopher (Connie) Yacobozzi, Nicholas Yacobozzi and Nathan Shubick and numerous nephews, great nephews, nieces and great nieces throughout Italy, France and the United States.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 - 8:00 PM Friday, January, 15th at the Reidy Scanlan Giovannazzo Funeral Home, 2150 Broadway, Lorain, Ohio. A memorial service will be conducted by the Knights of Columbus at 6:45 PM followed by a Rosary Service at 7:00 PM by the Church of St. Peter Holy Name Society and then Words of Remembrance/Eulogy. Closing prayers will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 9:20 AM. A mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 10:00 AM at the Church of St. Peter, 3655 Oberlin Ave., Lorain, Ohio. Fr. Chuck Henkle, O.F.M., Conv., officiating; Fr. Robert Glepko, Concelebrant; and Deacon Ralph Krupp. Entombment will be held at Calvary Cemetery, Lorain, where full military honors will be conducted by the Italian American Veterans Post #1 and the United States Army. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of St. Peter Capital Campaign, 3655 Oberlin Ave., Lorain, Ohio, 44053 or Catholic Charities, 203 West 8th Street, Lorain, OH 44052. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

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I am sorry to learn about the death of Mr. Vincent G. Yacobozzi. This must have been a difficult time for all. Therefore, I am forwarding scriptures to bring solace. Please, read the following scriptures: Psalm 90:10, Genesis 5:3-32 and Hebrews 9:27.

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Posted By: Liz Miller Szefcyk

To all of the Yacobozzi's....I feel your pain and loss...You all were blessed to have a loving, caring father whose buttons would burst when talking about his children...Oh the love he had for all of you....You will always have him and your mom with you....But now he is at peace with your Mama....The pain of the loss never goes away..I know I miss my Dad so much, but it does become tolerable...My thoughts are with all of you....Liz Miller...

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Posted By: Darryl Warner

To Yaccy's family: My name is Darryl Warner and I had the pleasure of working with Yaccy right after graduating from Lorain St. Marys and working the summer in the lab before I went on to Ohio University. he might have told you the story of the kid he worked with that slide over a car hood ornament in the McDonalds parking lot on West Erie. That was me. He teased me constantly about it and when I ran into him in Lorain/Amherst over the last 40 years he would always ask me 'did you ever have any kids ha ha ha?' What a straight shooter. The older I got the more I appreciated him and his wisdom he bestowed on me. I am mourning your loss. Darryl Warner

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Posted By: Cassy Biggart

Arran, our 2 small children and I moved in next door a few years ago and we will sincerely miss the Yacobozzi's. When we moved in, they were so kind to bring us some brownies! We loved having such kind and friendly neighbors - we send our condolences to the family.

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Posted By: John Grant

Dennis, my deepest sympathy to your family. You father was certainly an extraordinary man. His life was full and vibrant.

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Posted By: Joel and Connie Cotton

Dear Ron, Natalie and the entire Yacobozzi Family.... We share your sadness in the loss of your wonderful father. He truly was a man of great warmth and kindness, always making everyone he came in contact with feel special! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Sincerely, Joel and Connie Cotton

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Posted By: Stephen Joseph Polansky

Dear family, I regret not being able to come to visitation or service for Pa, but my heart is with you all. I saw that vacancy in him when I vistied with you at Mom's visitation in October. It is not surprising at the timing of his homegoing so close to hers. It is a shock to us. I didn't realize the fullness of his accomplishments. He was a hero for sure. You have stated Ron, that "we lost another one from the greatest generation that ever lived." I think part of that greatness is they quietly knew that about themselves, but didn't flaunt it. Vince was a humble man and that only adds to his greatness. He will be missed. Love and peace to you all. In Christ, Stephen J. Polansky

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As a friend and neighbor, we extend our condolences to the family.

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Posted By: Debra Diane Standen

To Candy and all the family, Scott and I are saddend by you're loss in this difficult time may the comfort of God's arms carry you through the quiet moments and bring you peace. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.With Our Sympathy.Scott and Debra Omler Standen.

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Posted By: Robert G.Uszak

Truly Vincent was a great human being,and he will be missed by all.I met Vince when he became a Sir Knight in the Knights of Columbus.He was a great Knight.May he rest in peace.

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Posted By: Sam Cassandra

To Dennis, Ron, Ken and Candita: Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Your Father was a wonderful man. I have fond memories of him, many that bring a smile to my face. I feel priviledged to have known him. I think back on the numerous happy times spent with him. Vince was the type that would do anything for you and once he met you, you were his friend. May he now rest in peace with your Mom.

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Posted By: Kathy Kennedy

The Greatest Generation, indeed! Mr. Yacobozzi exemplifies what that generation was all about! Family, Community, Country and God. We should all be so lucky to live such a full life! My Dad loved this poem and I think Mr. Yacobozzi would too. They both lived their lives on their own terms.... Happy the man and happy he alone He who can call today his own He who secure within can say Tomorrow do thy worst, for I have lived today Be fair or foul, or rain or shine The joys I have possessed, in spite of Fate are mine Not heaven itself upon the past has power But what has been has been and I have had my hour. - John Dryden I know Mr. Yacobozzi had many, many hours! My deepest sympathies, Kathy Kennedy

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