Vincent Alfieri
April 4, 1966 ~ December 21, 2008
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Vincent "Vinny" Alfieri, 42, of Asheville, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2008. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and loyal friend.
Vinny grew up in West Asheville. He was known as an excellent carpenter and humorous man. He loved playing the drums and making things with his hands. He always advised everyone that no matter what, to always laugh and love each other.
He is survived by his father and mother, Chuck and Pat Alfieri; wife, Dawn; sons, Vinny (Alyssa), and Bradley; daughter, Brandi; three step-daughters, Gloria, Gennifer, and Toni; granddaughter, Violet; siblings, Chucky (Dee Dee), Jimmy (Janet), Kitty (Steve), Kim (Shelby); nephews, Chris, John (Sophi), Roy, and Jared; nieces, Krissy (Jamie), Samantha, and Emily; great-nephew, Colby; great-niece, Brooke; mother-in-law, Penny Deacon (Bill); and many aunts and uncles. Vinny was preceded in death by a nephew, Levi, and a niece, Autumn.
A Celebration of Life service will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at New Life Community Church with the Rev. Steve Harris officiating.
His family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorials may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses c/o Chuck and Pat Alfieri, 205 Banyan Rd., Candler, NC 28715.
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BACK IN TIME WHEN LITTLE CHUCK AND I WERE RUNNING WITH EACH OTHER I WAS INVITED TO SUPPER ONE NIGHT.WE WERE EATING AND I WAS CUTTING MY NOODLES IN LITTLE PIECES AND VINNY STARTED LAUGHING AT ME AND STARTED SHOWING ME HOW IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE DONE.YOU ALL ARE A LOVING FAMILY AND WE LOVE YOU ALL.I KNOW IT IS HARD TO LET GO,BUT YOU CAN LET GOD FILL THAT VOID THAT IS THERE.LOVE YOU ALL -MIKE & MARY STEVENS CALL US IF WE CAN HELP IN ANY WAY 828-648-2558
I send to all of you my depest sorrow. It just doesn’t seem real. It was only a few months ago that I ran into Kitty at graduations and was talking about Vinny. I meet Vinny through Tammy Edwards who was my best friend in 6th and 7th grade. Vinny lived next door to her and was always hanging out with us. Vinny has now gone to heaven to become an angel.
I wrote this for everyone who ever new him and the family who loved him.
Gaurdian Angel
Your guardian angel
is your strength
when you are week
your courage
when you are afraid
your guidence
when you are in need
Someone who loves you
Someone who cares
That special someone
that will always be there
When surrounded by an angel
you are never alone
that angel watches over you
no matter where you rome.
God Bless you all and I am sorry I didn’t make it to the service but you are in my heart and in my prayers.
Dear family of Vinny; I was so sorry to learn of Vinny’s homegoing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and especially with you Pat. You know my son Chuck died with a massive heart attack 4 years ago at age 36 and this was the hardest thing I have ever had to cope with. I wish there was something of comfort I could say or do for you. I can only say my thoughts and prayers are with you and that I understand what you are going through. No one can understand the loss of a child except another mother who has experienced the same. Please know that I am thinking of and praying for each of you. May God give you peace, comfort and the love that will get you through this tragedy. Sincerely, Allie
Dear Pat and Family, I was shocked to hear of your loss. Please know how sorry I am. All of you are in my prayers. Pat, I will never forget how sweet and loving you are, I hope your happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Sincerely, GG
Dear Pat and Family, I was shocked to hear of your loss. Please know how sorry I am. All of you are in my prayers. Pat, I will never forget how sweet and loving you are, I hope your happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Sincerely, GG
Kim, I pray for you and your family during this terrible time. I did not know your brother but I know what a great person you are and I Love you… I am here for you and do not hesitate to come to me when you need a friend. I know that the Lord is bigger than this hurt and He will provide, let Him..
Myra Freeman
DEAR CHUCK AND PAT, AND KIDS, WE CANNOT IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. WE JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND WE ARE GRIEVING FOR THE LOST OF LITTLE VINNIE . ALL OF OUR CHILD HOOD MEMORIES ARE WITH THE ALFERI FAMILY. MOMMY IS DEVASTATED ABOUT THE NEWS SHE WANTS TO CALL, BUT I GUESS NO WORDS CAN HELP RIGHT NOW. JUST KNOW THAT ALL OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME . LOVE ALWAYS ,DORIS ,KENNY, CATHY, SHELLY AND NICKY
Dear Uncle Chuck, Aunt Patty and family — our prayers are with you. Vinny will be missed, I’m sure, by many. His smile and warm welcome as Gail and I arrived at your 50th Wedding celebration will always be a beautiful memory for us. I’m sure he touched many lives and his legacy is one you can be proud of. We can all feel comfort in knowing he is in a better place now and in the hands of The Lord.
Love
Ross & Gail
my family
we are in this togather the love we share cannot be explained nor have a word for but all i know is that our Lord our Savour will be our rock,our deliverer,our comfort, our sheild. we all are hurting and greiving and we are suppose to do that its ok to greive and feel empty inside but as long as we keep Jesus in our hearts we will be ok this is my prayer for you- heavenly father i pray that you will be with my family as we go through this season i pray that you will hold each one of us in your arms and breathe the breath that you gave while we were in our motheres wombs i pray you God will give mom and dad jimmy kim shelby janet dawn steve me and the rest of the family grace help us to over come the earthly death of vinny and be joyful of the heavenly birth of vinny in to your kingdom God we ask you keep this family togather and not let satan tear us apart give us the strength to keep going when things get tough help to love one another deeper and mainly to get closer to you i pray these things in your name Jesus amen i love you
Kim and the Alfieri Family,
My condolences to you and your family May God be with you, and guide you in the time of sorrow.May God bless and keep you all.
Kim and Family,
I am sorry for your lost. My prayers are with all of you.If you need me let me know.
Love
Loretta
Dear Alfieri family,I am so sorry for your loss,and I pray that God gives you the strength you need to get through this.I wish I had known Vinny in our adult years,but you know life takes us to different places.I can say that even though I hadn’t seen him in over 20 years he left a lasting impression in my heart.In life you remember some people,but not all.With Vinny I will always remember him.He,myself and Randy Lance used to climb trees,ride bikes,wait on the school bus together.I remember even throwing rocks at cars.Something that we shouldn’t have done,but we did.That’s part of what built my memories of him.He could make anyone laugh.I remember Mr & Mrs Alfieri always being great people,and they have wonderful children.
Rest in peace Vinny
Chuck, Pat Alfieri and family:
May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you in your deepest hour of need. I still remember vividly little Vinny from 36 years ago in Brandenton, Fla. when you all came to visit. Condolences from my children: Cindy, Charlene, and Chuck Luther, Jr. (Vet from Iraq War).
Gods, Peace, Love, and Comfort is my prayer for you all!!!
Barbara Luther Guignard
I grew up with Vinny,as kids we would climb trees,and throw rocks at cars.You know just kid stuff.I do remember him being a funny kid,who loved to play the drums.I hadn’t seen him since we were kids,but I will always remember him.My prayers are with the family.
Dorothy Knapp Brockwell
peace be with you vinnie.
peace be with your family
God be with you always and dont worry he is with his uncle ken now we love you all linda and michelle gibson
To The Entire Alfieri Family,
Words cannot describe the heartfelt sympathy that I have for you right now. Vinny was a wonderful person…what a tragedy this is, especially right here at Christmas. Why these things happen, only the Lord knows…it is not ours to question why. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. Do not hesitate to give me a call if there is anything that I can do for you. May God Bless Vinny And All Of His Family And Many Friends…He will be sorely missed.
Bradley – I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today.
Mrs. Bigsby / Emma Elementary
Vinny,
You will be missed…rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kindest regards,
Jim Ogle
Amanda Bailey
My deepest condolences go out to this family. Your loss is our loss. Vinny will be missed by many. I went to school with Vinny and remember him fondly. My prayers go out to your family that you may find the strength to get throught these times. Please remember you will be in my thought and prayers.
Vinny we love you.
Endless love and laughter … that’s what I think of when I think of Vinnie! I am sure he has the angels rolling in laughter already! Dearest Alfieri family – We prayer for God’s strength and loving grace to be with you all.
With much love- Ann, Dan, Barret & Rachael Giehl
To all of Vinny kids I love you all.
Papaw
we have know vinny and his family since our move from new jersey he was a very good friend and always smiled ..vinnie the whole winker family love you and will miss you dearly
Our thoughts and prayers are with the alfieri family during their time of sorrow. Vinny believed everyone should always find laughter and to love each other no matter how bad things seemed. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard Vinny tell others when they’ve seemed down to always laugh and to remember to love others. We can hear him now, saying…’don’t feel sad for me. Celebrate my life and find laughter in the stories’. Sounds like Vinny…May God always be with you and help you through your time of sorrow. Love to all.
I grew up with kim and knew vinny very well.He always enjoyed life to the fullest.He was always fun to hang with and i am glad to have had him as my friend.You and your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.May Gods grace be sufficent and help you through your time of loss.
Vinny, u will be greatly missed. You were always a character and alot of fun to be around. My heart felt sorrow and prayers will be your family.
To my little buddy who always kept me out of trouble.You’ll be missed but not forgotten.
Last born an long remembered for his smile,drum playing the ability to grasp things eaily amuse others to make them laugh and love him for ever
To the Alfieri Family,
We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. We have not seen Vinny in a long time but will always remember him as a great friend. May God Bless all of you and give you peace in this difficult time.
The pictures he leaves behind will comemcate his love for building as we hung and built yr by yrs throught all our lives James (wap) Chucky an the Vinny it was surley a pleasure and greatly appreceated for all done.
we will love and miss him
I have known Vinnie since high school and his humor was uncanny. He will truely be missed by all. My heart and prayers go out to his family. God Bless
Your family is in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss.
To the Alfieri family,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We are saddened and heart broken at the loss of Vinny. In many ways he was like a little brother to me. But know that he is in the greatest place there is to be. He will always be watching over his parents, brothers, sisters, and children, with pride. He will be greatly missed but the wonderful memories of his laughter and stories will always be with us and I think that is what he expects us to remember. We love all of you very much and will always be here for you at any time!
Love,
Brian, Maureen, Josh & Zak Smathers
Don’t grieve for me, now I’m free
I’m following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard him call.
I turned my back and left it all
I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work, or play.
Tasks undone must stay that way.
I’ve found that peace at the end of the day
If parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, YES … those things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow.
I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savored much.
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my times seemed all to brief,
Don’t lengthen it with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me.
God wants me now, he has set me free.
———<3--------
I wrote this for Big Vinny. Everyday doesnt go by that TV and I dont think about you. We love you and Im so thankful that you are checking up on your granddaughter. It brings a lot of comfort to our hearts knowing she still gets to see her granddaddy.
We love you Vincent Ross Alfieri.
We will make the Alfieri name live on, we promise you that.
Dear Daddy I will miss you and I wish you were on Earth but you are in a better place!People will miss you as much as if A baby lost a pacifier.I don’t know what to say is but I LOVE U WITH every inch of my life.Right NOW I fell like you are waching over me and every body that know you too.All thanks go to all the people that loved and know you DAD!!!!I Love you SOOOOOOOO much.REST IN PARDISE that comes from brandilou .All I want to say to me and Ever body that knows him is THE PAIN WILL NEVER GO AWAY BUT IT WILL GET BETTER EVERYDAY!Dad you know i love you and i will miss you and the rest of the kids will miss you. DAD i remeber when i would get scared at night i would go to you more then i would go to anybody and I will cherish the good memories . REST IN PEACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My daddy was the most AWESOME daddy you could ever ask for.Being his only little girl is a blessing,because i know we had something special.I remember when he taught me how to fight,and when he got me up for school and would sing or should i say yelling,’BRANDI LUGGAGE!!!’ for some reason but i have to say i loved it.Noone will ever take the place of my daddy.When i walk down the isle he’ll be right there beside me.I’ll will always have my daddy and he will always have me but one thing i cherish and will remember for the rest of my life is that the last thing he said to me was i love you and that is the best thing i could ever ask for including the memories.I love you daddy and miss you so much i KNOW you are in Heaven because all you talked about was God, and you spread his word.I can’t wait to see you again,and as i walk through the pearly gates you will hold me in your arms and say,’Welcome home Bran Bran.’ You keep playing those drums daddy.You keep smiling.REST IN PARADISE.I LOVE YOU,I MISS YOU
The Alfieri family, So sorry for your loss. We know how close your family is. Roger Hall & Penny Randall
To the Alfieri family,
I met the family while dating Shelby’s brother Mark and got to know each and everyone of you. I enjoyed Thanksgiving lasagna and the good times of being with you all. I was saddened to hear about Vinny, he was a great guy. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this hard time. Kim I lost your email and phone number would love to stay in touch I can be reached at NCDarling1@aol.com Love you all
God bless!
Kim
Although Vinny was several years behind me in school,Kitty and I were good friends.You all have had to go thru so much loss in recent years.Much more than one family should.Growing up,the main thing I remember most about ALL the Alfieri children was their fierce determination to survive and be strong for eachother.I feel very humbled as well as honored to have known and had as friends such wonderful people in my life even if it was for a brief moment in time.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
OH Daddy….
What can i say, you were my rock,my best friend my hero!! Greatly over all you were my father, I am going to miss you so much dad its unreal. I hope you know i love you so so so so much and Im glad to know youre watching over me right now just whispering in my ear ‘be strong boy, be the man’. Dad….. I LOVE YOU, thank you for all you have taught me, thank you for all you have done for me,you have made me a real man and i thank you for that. So i promise ill be strong and i promise ill take every word you spoke to me and cherish it.
Ill make you proud daddy
ill make you smile
im glad youre happy now, I cant wait to see you again dad
Youre Son
Chinzo
i’m glad vinnie got to meet robin, the love of my life, last summer. it was a chance meeting at one of or old hangouts where we used to catch the school bus. we talked for awhile about old times, his great kids, and our shared love of drumming. it’s as good a memory as i could possibly have, from as good a friend as i have ever had. i miss you vinny
To The Family and Vinny,
Vinny was a nice man. I got to know vinny at the Asheville Moose Lodge. He was funny man and he made you lauge when you was down. I still can not belive he is gone from us. I will always think of vinny and his family always. My prays go out the family..
I met Vinny many years ago, along with Jimmy. I have nothing but fond memories of our time together and will keep those memories with me always. Vinny has a way about him that you can never forget once you become his friend. Man…he always made me feel welcome, even if I am a yankee, he was just always happy to see me and made me feel like I had been his best friend since forever. He will surely be missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all who came in contact with him as we have all been blessed to have known him.
Take care Vinny!!!
I’m sorry to hear about Vinny. Remember you’re always in my thoughts and prayers.
I WOULD LIKE TO TELL THE FAMILY THAT I HAVE BEEN THINKING OF YOU IN THIS SAD TIME YOU HAVE ALL TREATED ME LIKE FAMILY I LOVE YOU ALL SINCERLEY MICHAEL OWENBY
i love you bro and always will love you you are where you wanted to be, with Jesus love you your sis
Pat and Chuck,
There are really no words that I can say to fill the void in your hearts and ease the sadness you are feeling at this time. I believe that God will provide the comfort and help you need. Take care, Ginny Eldreth
sorry to hear about your loss and everyone elses, i went to school with venny years ago and with are kids took us two other ways in life. he will be missed but never forgotten love always perry phillips
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the whole Alfieri family.I’m so glad to have met vinny who made me a part of such a wonderful family and I LOVE YOU ALL… To Vinnny..what can I say. We had our good times and bad.We brought a WONDERFUL son into the world who gave us a BEAUTIFUL grandaughter. Through it all we remaind friends. You ask me last year to forgive you and I told you there was nothing to forgive . I hope with that I gave you some comfort..Thanks for all the laughs and the time we had. I’ll miss you! Say Hello to our little girl for me! God Bless You…. Love Always…
I’m so sorry for your loss. Kim and I grew up together and were best friends for many years. I got to know Vinny and the entire Alfieri family very well. Vinny was a wonderful person and had the warmest smile. May GOD bring peace and comfort to your entire family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim, I love ya!
My baby-luv, my other half, my very heartbeat. I cannot find the words to describe how much I miss you. I pray to the good lord above that you are at peace now and flying with the angels. You were always an angel to me. I love you so very much. Thank you for our time together and for giving me the best family anyone can ask for. All my love forever-your loving wife
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the entire Alfieri family. Vinny and Jimmy worked with us on several projects. We called them the ‘Spaghetti boys’, they always had names for us too. Vinny was always smiling, happy and very conscientious. He and Jimmy made every day a good day with their humor and wit. We will always remember Vinny in that way. I hope that you all find comfort in your own fond memories. Memories that you will always be able to keep.
KIM AND FAMILY WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST WE ARE HERE FOR YOU KIM WE LOVE YOU IF YOU NEED US ALL YOU GOT TO DO IS CALL YOU HAVE OUR PHONE NUMBER OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WEST BUNCOMBE BUS DRIVER&T.S.A BUS 2844
Vinny had a way of lifting spirits,the life of the party.Full of energy and humor.You will be missed by all of your West Asheville (Bishop,Cogdill) family,see you on the other side.
I got to know the whole Alferi bunch when I moved here from Ohio, I was blessed to meet such a wonderful family, they are so close and always had each others back. I will remember his smile and witty sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss, may god bring you peace and comfort to your entire family you are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed but not forgotten!
I wish I had the words to heal your broken hearts. I hate that lifes course made use all distant over the many years,but I will always chearish the child hood memories in my heart of the times I spent with Vinny and the Alfieri family. May the Great Creator watch over you all during this time of sorrow and surround you forever with his grace and blessings.You all are in my prayers.
Rex Crowe
Vinny, I will always remember that smile~& miss you~but now your at peace& you will never be forgotten~rest in peace little brother~I love you forever~SABRINA BANKS & Family
Vinny, I will always remember that smile~& miss you~but now your at peace& you will never be forgotten~rest in peace little brother~I love you forever~SABRINA BANKS & Family
Hey daddy,
It’s been a while since i wrote you but it’s been so hard. School ain’t the same i can’t seem to concentrate,noone to help me with my math but i’ll make it.I really miss you alot i never thought i’d lose you but i guess God said he missed you so much he wanted you home and i completly understand. its’ hard to think you won’t be there when i graduate or i get married or have my first child…but when you think about it you will i know it in my heart.You were and are my best friend,my daddy,i promise you one thing i will not let you down.I will make my dreams come true just like you hoped.I even thought about naming my first son after you,just so it feels like your there.I love you and know that i’ll always be your little girl even when i’m 6 or 60, just like you said.And i promise i’ll stay away from the boys.I love you daddy i’ll never forget the memories we shared or the bond we had.See you in Heaven…i love you forever and always.I’ll always be your little Bran Bran or your little turdsniff and you’ll always be my King Poobah but most of all my daddy.
Vinny,I’m just thinking i’m going to wake up & this be all a dream~i know it was your time with god~cause being the person you are~oh i know he’s got plans for you~when you get there tell mom we miss her~we all will miss you to,i love you~ keep everyone busy up there!!thanks for teaching me how to play the drums~every-‘beat i hear’ i’ll think of you~don’t worry about your family* we will take (extra care) for them~Vinny they say god’s got plans for every-one~it wouldn’t surprise us<> if you were to visit every-once in a while. love you bro you keep that beautiful smile going<>when you get ‘home’ your going to feel safe & happy i just think it was to sudden,but like i said he’s got things for you to do,we are going to miss you a lot Vinny we all love you~ BYE MY FRIEND~I’LL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY.
I love and miss you so much!!!
The Lord does things in his way I know this and I can’t be shelfish.I’ll see ya in Heaven one day. Merry Christmas Brother !!! I LOVE YOU
I am sorry for your loss. My family went to St. Joan of Ark w/your family. I have a lot of good memories of the Alfieri family. I will be thinking of you during this sad time.
Kim and Family.we are all so sorry for your Loss.Vinny had alot of friends who really loved him and as so many have said His Smile will be one thing we will never forget.Your Family will be in all our thoughts and Prayers God Bless you all.
Dear Daddy,
I will miss you and I will see you sooner or later wich ever comes first I hope it is soon because my heart is crushing over you.You know people are sad and they will be sad until they see the funny,loveing,happy,great person in the world.Dad you are the best Farther,Uncle,Brother,Grandfather, Cosin,Husband,and Friend.
Dad this is one out of millons of mimorries I could tell but this one is in the top three. I took our first beach trip and i was in the deep water and i was facing my hole me and my dad made and a wave that was like 15 feet high crashed on my head and I went under the water and hit a rock that was in the water and i almost drown when my dad grabbed my hair and slung me out of the nasty ,grummy water. so tomorrow dad i will tell another tale about you.REST IN PEACE!!!!!!!!!!
Uncle Vinny,
Hey I will miss you so much.You were the best uncle in the world. Everyone will remeber you as a funny,goofy,amazing friend. I love You! You are a great Son,Brother,Uncle,Granddaddy,and most of all Friend! You will be missed by tons of people but most of all your family! the last thing i can say is REST IN PARADISE!We miss you and love you so much!RIP!!!
I remember Vinny as a 7 year old little brother to Chuck,Jimmy,Kim and Kitty.I remember Vinny as the one who looked up to Chuck and Jimmy, to mold his life as they did. I remember Vinny as a young man who did right by his parents and sister’s. I remember Vinny as the one who always had time to speak to you. I JUST REMEMBER VINNY. R.I.P.
Our thougts and prayers go out to all of you, Chuck and Pat if there is anything we can do please let us know, we wanted to let you know that Vinny was one in a million he always made us laugh. Even if we hadn’t seen him in a while, when we did it was like we had seen him every day, Vinny was a wonderful, loving person he alway worried about other people before himself. Vinny would always tell me Tommy was more like a brother than a friend to him, and before he would leave he would always say I love you both and to love God and be good to one another. Vinny we will miss you so very much Rest in Peace there won’t be a day that goes by that we won’t think of you. Until we meet again keep the angles laughing. We love you.
Kim & Family:My deepest condolences to you and your family during this sad time.Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.If,there is ANYTHING you need,please,dont hesitate to call.I love you KIM!
Krissy, Colby Sorry to hear about your uncle. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.If you need anything please let me know. Love you Annette And Adam
Vinny was a wonderful person, and friend. He had a way to make me smile. He is dearly missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. Vinnie was a good man and a had the heart of a kid. He will be deeply missed but I know Mom, Suzi, Will take care of him. We love you all.
Chuck and Pat and family
Chuck I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Vinney. My first job was with you at Sky City and I kept Vinney a couple of times when he was a baby. I have not seen you and Pat in years but I always think of you guys and hate that you have to go thought this heart ache.I know God is with you all because you all had strong faith.Always remember Vinney smile, and his good nature. God will give you the strength you need at his time and in the days to come. Your are in my prayers and heart.
Brenda Sanders Jones
Big Vinny,
I hope now you can finally be at peace. I know how much you were going thru and I knew how much pain you were in. It killed me and Lil Vinny to see you so hurt and upset but we now know that you are finally happy and in no more pain. I love you so much. I remember you and me joking all the time … You calling me some bad names haha and me just replying with,’ I can’t wait to put you in a nursing home.’ You laughed so hard when I told that to you. I love you and Ill miss your smile and your laugh. I also want to thank you for giving me the most amazing fiance and without you I would have had the most amazing and beautiful daughter, you grandaughter. I love and I will miss you so much. R.I.P. & all I keep telling to lil vinny and myself is as soon as we both get to heaven, we know that you will be there arms opened wide!
I love you and you were the best father-in-law any girl could ask for. I was and still proud to say that Vinny Alfieri is part of my family.
I love you
R.I.P
Alyssa
i haven’t seen vinny or most of the family for many years. i went to school with chuck and jimmy.i see kim sometimes ,she tells me about the family.i know they were a very close,loving,and unforgetable family. i would have loved to been able to keep in touch with everyone.my heart goes out to them and of course vinny’s wife and children.you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.
I will always remember you bro!!!
Vinny,
Hey I miss you and love you. I am writing today to wish you a merry christmas! hope you are happy and not suffaring anymore.Lots of Love samantha!!!
He will be missed. Prayers out to his family
Vinny and I go back 25 years. I worked with Vinny at Alexander/ Blue Ridge News Company, and he always put his heart into his job. Laughing was definitely a must. There were days after working with Vinny my jaws would ache from laughing with him. Vinny could sense when something was wrong. If someone appeared to be down, Vinny would jester his concerns. My most memorable moment with Vinny was climbing to the top of the mountain where I once lived near Pisgah. We climbed for hours and sat down at the top where we talked about the days events. I always spoke of the climbing story when I bumped into Vinny because it is truly a day to remember, and only because of my friend Vinny. My wife saw Vinny on the 19th. He hugged her and asked, how are things and before she could leave he hugged her again. Vinny we all will miss you but your memories will last a life time. Thanks, JERRY SOESBEE
Vinny and family,
I hate that you’re gone, but I’m glad for the memories that we enjoyed growing up together. I remember you struggling to climb up on a stool to play the drums and we would have to help you on up. God must have needed another little drummer boy, because, he got one in you. I love you and will miss you immensely. God bless you and your family.
To the Alfieri family:
Mom and Dad it leaves pain in my heart to hear of Vinny’s passing. I remember his wonderful smile and the bright twinkle in his eyes when we all were younger. I always thought highly of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and my Kim. It doesn’t seem natural to lose a child or see one taken before us as parents. We must just go by faith and know that God has a plan for all, and Vinny has just completed his work here and awaits us in heaven. I Love all of you, if there is anything I can do to help just say the word. Kim your my friend for life and I am here for you, know I love you. may God be with all of you and help you through this time of grief.
with love; Debbie (Corn) Sprouse
Vinsky… we go back better than 25 years…I am so sorry its been so long since we have even had contact. But, man, what a great time to go to Heaven…at Christmas?? Only YOU could arrange that!! I bet the decorations are over the top!! I am not going to say..goodbye, or I am going to miss you, since we havent seen each other in better than twenty years, but I will say this….See ya later…I can see you have left quite a legacy of fantastic Alfieri’s to carry on…and I will bet they will make you more than proud….
Godspeed my friend,
Kelly Merideth Simpson
Jimmy Kim & family…. NO Words could ever say how sorry we are that our ‘little buddy’ is gone. Our hearts go out to the whole family for your loss. Vinny was one of a kind person who loved his family. His kids were the loves of his life. It did not matter where I saw him he always gave me a hug & kiss on the cheek and told me he loved me. Always telling me that me and him were the littlest adults he knew and would tell Phillip I was his ‘little woman’. He was a great friend to me & Phillip & we thought of him as family as we do the rest of you. Kim & Jimmy if you or anyone else need anything you have our number please do not hesitate to call. We love you all and are praying for you every day. Vinny is playing those beautiful sounds on the drums in a different band now. Keep remembering all of the good stuff about Vinny, the laughs he gave to everybody, that beautiful smile he had & most of all remember the love he had for everyone (new aquaintance, family, or friend). He loved life & lived it to its fullest. Love you all.
vinny,
i’ll never forget the time you drove up to the exxon station in the old VW with rex,you had to sit on a pillow and even cross your leg under you to see out of the window,that was a sight to behold!i wish i could count all the great memories,can,t,too many.its hard now,may god bless and comfort your family.you played your greatest gig today,for his birthday!love you.
jim(flambam)& lissa
don’t greive for me now in peace
i’m following the path God laid for me
i task his hand when i heard him call
i turned my back and left it all
i could not stay another day to laugh too loud to work or play
tasks left undone must stay that way
i found that peace at the close of day
if my parting has left a void
then fil it with remembered joy
a friendship shared a laugh a kiss
oh yes these things i too will miss
be not burdened with times of sorrow
i wish you the sunshine of tomarrow
my life’s been full i’ve saved much
good friends good times a loved one’s touch
perhaps my time seemed all to brief
don’t lengthen it now with undue greif
lift up your heart and share with me
God wanted me now to set me FREE amen
To the Alfieri Family
This comes from the Sams family Elaine(mom) David, the Ross’s Jeff vicki and Pam. Back in the day when they were growing up he was like one of my own he and Jeff were inseperable this has to be devistating for everyone but my prayers are with you and yours. He will be remembered for his smile and always wanting to make you laugh to feel better whatever the circumstance. We all loved him. Our love goes to you and yours,
Elaine Sams, David Sams, Jeff Ross, Vicki Ross, Pam Mullis
Dear Alfieri Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Vinny. He was such a free spirit and so full of life. I remember one time during baseball season at ‘The Old Vance School’ when Vinny ate some flowers on the side of the play ground just being silly and made everybody laugh. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand through this difficult time.
Condolences From Jerry Robinson and Family!
I will always remember Vinny for his laughter and sense of humor. I miss him terribly but now he has gone to sit at the masters’ right hand and I know that he suffers no more. Vinny knew my past and he now knows my future….together in heaven. May God bless you Vinney and know that God will keep your family safe.
Although we live in different places now, we all remember the fun and laughter of Vinny. Everyday was always a happy day for Vinny and you couldn’t help but feel that way. We miss you and love you Vinny but we know you are healed now. Tom Moore, Carson & Laraine Moore, Pam Moore and Geneva Moore Parker.
Dear Pat, Chuck and all the family,
We remember Vinny when he was young, always laughing.
You have our sincerest condolences and sympathy. God keep you in his care. Norma’s cousins, Wilma & Pat & Hans
We all have different addresses now but our love for Vinny will always remain constant. Vinny always had the magic of making everyday a day of happiness and thankfulnes. We will miss you Vinny and you will not be forgotten. Tom Moore, Pam Moore, Carson & Laraine Moore and Geneva Moore Parker.
We all have different addresses now but our love for Vinny will always remain constant. Vinny always had the magic of making everyday a day of happiness and thankfulnes. We will miss you Vinny and you will not be forgotten. Tom Moore, Pam Moore, Carson & Laraine Moore and Geneva Moore Parker.
We all have different addresses but Vinny has never been far from our hearts. We will always remember his wonderful laugh and sense of great humor. Everyday was a day of laughter when Vinny was near and we will miss that but we also know that he is not suffering anymore. We love you Vinny and know that you are with our Lord. Tom Moore, Pam Moore, Carson & Laraine Moore and Geneva Moore Parker.
Been a long time Vinny,missed you then and I miss you now….always will.
kim i love you and i am sorry i can not be there but remember you are all in my heart i will never forget vinny he could always make me laugh no matter what you are all on my mind and in my prayers i love you all rena zach
Dear family, sorry about your loss.He will be missed by his friends in west ashe.Sincerly yours,Gary BALL&STEPHANIE MCCURRY
Dear Dad I just wannted to talk to you again and i wanted to say some stuff about you and how great and how funny you were and are.I also wanted to tell something to your frends something I remaber about you so dad I going to tell them after I breth a little.This one also yakes place at the beach me and my dad went to the beach at 6:00ish and we played in the water 30 minutes and then he saided ‘lets make a hole and find a shark tooth’ cause I loved my dad I said ‘yes’ and so we made the hole and then we dug with the seashell as long as from 6:30 am to 9:50 pm and i was glad that we did tha because that is a my memori and we dug that hole was as deep as 19 feet and we both got lost in that huge hole and then we went bake the next day andf that hole was like 2 feet deep and we did found 5 shark teeth and we still remaber that and we will talk about that till pigs fly.REST IN PECE DADDYO
For Loved ones:
I know Vinny will be sadly missed with each passing day, His humor and laughter was shared by all in many ways. So until we meet again, and sone day we will. Merry Christmas in Heaven.
to all of the alfieri family you all have been good friends to us even growing up in w.asheville and after we grew up. you all are very special to our family. billie & jimmy plemmons family. our thoughts & prayers are with you. we probably are able to understand better than anyone somewhat what you’re dealing with right now.
TO ALL THE ALFIERI FAMILY,MY DEEEPEST REGARDS FOR YOUR LOSS.IVE KNOWN VINNIE FOR A LONG TIME.NEVER WOULD HAVE THOUGHT SOMETHING LIKE THIS WOULD HAPPEN TO HIM.HE HAD A HEART OF GOLD,WOULD GIVE THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK TO HELP SOMEONE.I WOULD SEE PAT AT HER WORK AND ALWAYS ASK HOW VINNIE WAS.HADNT SEEN HIM A WHOLE LOT,WISH I HAD GOT TO SEE HIM ONCE MORE BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I HATE THAT.IM SURE HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW,WILL JUST HAVE TO REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES.THEY SAY YOUR NOT A MAN IF YOU CANT CRY,GUESS IM A MAN CAUSE I HAVE CRYED PLENTY OVER THIS.GONNA MISS YOU FRIEND,PEACE BE WITH YOU.SINCERELY,JEFF(RAMP)HANNAH.
my love and prayers go out to the whole family,i love you all as family it was winker/alfieri friends forlife. vinnie i am so glad my grandchildren met and loved you. please always know i love you you my family to yours , you will always be my little vinnie
love
barb
My deepest sympathy goes out to all Vinny’s family. He will surely be missed. Vinny was such a joy to be around. I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile or trying to make me smile.
God Bless all of you.
Love,
Donna Sharpe
To Moma Pat and the entire Alfieri family-you have my deepest sympathies, all my love and many prayers.We have been out of town all week and I couldn’t believe it when I heard what happened to Vinny. I can’t begin to imagine what all of you must be going through. Vinny was one of the most kind and sweet natured people I’ve ever met. He was always loving and willing to do anything he could to help you. I remember when I worked with Pat and he would come in to visit-there was never a time that he didn’t hollar and say ‘ I love you’ to her before he went out the door. My heart goes out to you Moma Pat and all the Alfieri’s. Just know I love you all very much and will be praying for each of you.
Dear Patty and Chuck,
Vinny was a great nephew. Such a handsome and talented young man. He will forever live in my heart. I loved him very much. My prayers and thoughts are with always.
Sorrowfully,
Your sister Violet
God does work in mysterious ways; only he knows the end of our days. When the clock of our lives have come to an end; no amount of action will start it back again. You cannot hold this guilt that is consuming your whole heart; for it was already in God’s will for your dad to get this start. It is hard to shake that monkey; that rides our back on earth; but in heaven God can spread our wings, and give our souls rebirth. Just because a person may not live, as other’s beleive is right; only God knows what was in their heart and what they kept locked tight. You need to bear in mind, that God makes no mistakes at all; he just wanted an Italian angel to be his christmas call. So when you stare upon a christmas tree, with it’s angel’s wings spread wide; let that be a reminder, that your dad is by your side. for you lil Vinny with love from Aunt Nissa
I love your ‘roamin’ hands, I love your gentle touch, I love the way you make me feel, I need you oh so much. I love your soft, sweet lips, I love your warm brown eyes, I love the way you look at me, you’ve got me hypnotized. I love the way you make me laugh, I love the way we dance, I love the way you hold me close, you’ve got me in a trance. I love the way you love me, I love the thrill, the rush, I love everything about you baby, I love you very much. Missing you so much more every minute baby-luv. Forever yours- Dawn
Alfieri Family:
I was so saddened to learn of Vinnie’s passing. I will never forget this very special man. He always spoke to me when ever I saw him. I am so honored to call him my friend. I don’t think he ever had a enemy. He was always kind to everyone he met. Vinnie always had a smile on his face. No matter what life may have placed before him. I can honestly say that he never forgot his friends. Vinnie my friend rest in peace!!! Our loss is certainly heaven’s gain. Alfieri Family you are in my prayers & I pray that God will touch you & be with you through this time. God Bless You . God Bless Vinnie !!!!
Vincent came from a great family with strong family ties, something we don’t see enough of these days.
He always had a smile for everyone he met. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends.
I knew vinnie when living in west asheville, yes he was loving, funny and protective of his friends remember the football games on Sunday when all the guys would get together. He is found peace may your family find peace with prayer.
hey vinnie, how do we express how much you will be missed? just remember how many people love you and miss you. we all had alot of good times together. i know of one experience don will never forget is when you got to go to california with him.he remembers you sitting on that lil’ chair in between the seats of that uhaul truck telling jokes the whole way there and back. ha ha. even when we were all at your mom and dad’s house after we had heard the awful news, i(amy) just kept waiting for you to walk through the door and tell one of your hilarious jokes that always kept everyone laughing. you were always the life of the party whether we were celebrating good times or bad. just remember that we will all be together again one day soon, i hope that god enjoys all of those side-spilting jokes that you tell so well, i needed you here so that i could remember them all. well i know that you will be watchin over all of us and waiting for the day when you can see us again. don misses you too, he looked forward to you calling periodically and checkin up on him.ha ha.we love you and will be thinking of you often, whenever we need a good laugh. love
amy,don,josh, david,and phillip.
Vinny,
You were a great Step-dad. I’m going to miss you a lot! I learned a lot from you. I loved when we walked around the block together and talked about new things that were happening in school and stuff. I wish we could still do it. I’m going to really miss you. I love and miss you.
Love,
Gloria
P.S. I wish you were still here.
Vinny,
You were an excellent Step-dad and you taught me how to grow up good and I will always remember those words from you. And when I sleep I will dream about you and remember our time together. I am happy that you are in heaven because I know you always wanted to be an angel. I hope you had a good Christmas. I know you don’t want us to be sad but it’s hard not to be since your not here. I will always have you with me in my heart. And I will remember you on every Christmas morning. I will still make you cards because I know you will see them. Merry Christmas. I love you and miss you.
Love,
Gennifer
vince words cannot express every painful day since you’ve been gone i love you so very much we know where we stand just like you said we are peanut butter and jelly i’ll be home to you just not quite yet please stay around help me to finish raiseing Our beautiful children oh baby i miss you so i cant barely breathe God bless your family my heart is with them you are the sunshine you are the rain you are a warm breeze blowing you are my everything, and now you play on the golden stage my love hang my tamborine i wont be far behind i love you!
Hey pop,
Hey it’s brandi just checking on her daddy..um i’m in school righ now and decided to give you a visit (sort of, if you call this a visit) but yea as you know grandpa died wednesday and to be honest i didn’t even cry..i didn’t have to because i know he’s not sick anymore and he’s safe with you. So tell him i love him and keep him company.
I love you dad,
Bran Bran
I just came across this announcement and I could not be more deeply saddened.
The world has lost one of the most wonderful human beings I have ever known.
hey bro its a year and man i miss you. i know that you,dad,levi, and autumn are having the best time of your life and one day i will join you, but for now i keep on talking to you and i know you hear me you send signs to me every day or i smell something that reminds me of you. i miss you bro so much the laughter the talks the hugs and just being around you. i love ya. your sis kitty
Well its been to long since you left us..but the hurt at times feel like yesterday..i miss your smile and having someone to arguee with.that will arguee back..I MISS YOU !!!!! I MISS DAD TOO!!!! mom is needing your help so take care of her from up there..tell dad too also..she is very unhappy.help her bro..I LOVE YOU….make the pain easier for us…give us words of wisdom like you always have…
Hi Bro…been thinking of u alot lately and sure do miss ya…Holidays are coming and geting harder..Please watch over us.Kiss Dad and Levi for me..I love YOU…
I LOVE YOUUU!!!!!
Dear Father,
hey it’s brad i miss u daddy. I want u to walk through this door make my life somewhat good again. It hard living this way with out parents, and i don’t know how long i can last this way. I wish i could wake up and this all be one scary dang nightmare. However that’s not going to happen I will never have a father again. Again i miss u daddy if only you knew. I wish we had at least one more day together i would stay awake so it would never end. I love you daddy and to me you was the best dad a young boy like me could think of in your heart. I love you daddy
hi brother…well you know whats going on down here..some good some bad..make the bad right.. will ya??.send us some words of wisdom to thoes who need it…i miss you alot..life just aint the same without u and dad..my heart hurts and u know y..i love and miss you…
hi bro i miss you so much i need your advice you have given me advice in earthly then turn it around into spiritual. sometimes i hear you and even feel you touch me. bro i know you are having a great time in heaven but plz give me sign you are listening i know i am listening to God but its so confronting to know you are with me too. love you and miss you
Dad,
i turned 18 a few days ago.
your little girl is sure growing up; i’m gonna be graduating in June of this year. I can’t even believe it and i know you’d be proud!
i miss you, and i know you’re lookin’ down on me and my brothers . i love ya.
Still remembering you and how you lit up a room and brought smiles and laughter to everyone around. You were truly an earth angel, no doubt about it. I feel so fortunate to have known you, your beautiful girlfriend Holly and your adorable little boy Vinnie and I see you and Holly had a gorgeous daughter as well. You are so missed. The world was truly a much brighter place with you in it. It makes sense that God wanted you with him. I mean, heaven is where angels really belong right?