WURDEMANN o@ca.on.york_county.toronto.globe_and_mail 2008-02-18 published
MANCINELLI,
Vincent
Husband, father, professor, mentor, friend, world traveller.
Born March 17, 1939, in Crecchio, Italy. Died October 7, 2007,
in Barrie, Ontario, of cancer, aged 68.
By Luciana
MARINI-
WURDEMANN,
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If there were one word to describe Vincent, it would be passion.
He liberally infused his life with passion for family, Friends,
teaching and world travels.
Vincent instilled his philosophy of passion for one's work, integrity
and fun into all of his endeavours, inspiring many to follow
his example.
For more than 30 years, he inspired students with his passionate
discussions on Italian literature and culture as an assistant
professor in the modern languages department at Algoma University
College in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario He often told Friends and
students that the best compliment he had ever received was that
he was a teacher, not a professor.
Vincent advised students and colleagues that "without passion
there is no teacher," that sharing one's knowledge is as important
as the method of delivery and that one should "keep it fun."
He was not fond of the word lecture, preferring to use the word
conversation. He aimed to transport students to the time and
place of the work and author being discussed.
In one conversation, he compared Dante's devotion for Beatrice
- the unattainable love of his life - with his own devotion for
his wife, Franca, who was always at his side.
Vincent often spoke of his wife and children, Anita, Michael
and Natalie, as his inspiration for life and happiness. The arrival
of his grandchildren prompted his retirement and relocation to
Barrie, where he could be a full-time nonno.
To many Friends, Vincent was better known as the world traveller
and group leader who inspired his fellow travellers with tales
about the countries they were exploring. Many memorable excursions
to Italy were peppered with Vincent's colourful commentary.
His passion for all things Italian became even more pronounced
when he accepted the appointment of honorary vice-consul of Italy.
He saw this as the perfect opportunity not only to improve consular
services to the Italian community in Sault Ste. Marie but to
help disseminate the Italian culture and language to the "new
Italians" - the younger generations of Italian-Canadians.
Although Vincent faced bureaucratic challenges, he was determined
to make a difference. Resigning his post was the most difficult
decision of his professional life, especially since he was aware
that the Italian community would have to travel out of town for
consular services.
Vincent will be remembered as a man of integrity who was passionate
about life, family and all things Italian. His passion will always
be alive in our hearts.
Luciana MARINI-
WURDEMANN is a former student, colleague and friend
of Vincent's.
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WURSTER o@ca.on.middlesex_county.london.london_free_press 2008-02-23 published
PINCHES,
Russell▼ "
Russ▼"
John▼
Of London in his 80th year, passed away at London Health Sciences
Centre - University Hospital on Thursday February 21, 2008. Dear
husband of the late Pauline
PINCHES (2004.) Loving father of
Melodie LUMLEY and her husband Shawn of London and Arthur
PINCHES
and his wife Linda of Toronto. Also survived by his sisters Francis
Grace MEINZINGER of Toronto, Helen Mary
WURSTER of Winnipeg and
Jean Ruth MEINZINGER of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Brothers Charles
Robert PINCHES and his wife
Mona▼ of Exeter and Tom Samuel
PINCHES
and his wife Joyce of Belmont. Predeceased by his brother Arthur
William PINCHES,
The▼ family will receive Friends from 6: 00 p.m.
to 7: 00 p.m. on Tuesday February 26, 2008 at the A. Millard George
Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a Legion Service
will be conducted in the chapel under the auspices of the Royal
Canadian Legion, Duchess of Kent, Branch 263, Colour Guard, followed
by a Funeral Service officiated by Archdeacon Ken
ANDERSON.
Interment▼
at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial
donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, 400 York Street,
Suite 204, London, N6B 3N2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
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PINCHES,
Russell▲ "
Russ▲"
John▲
Of London in his 80th year, passed away at London Health Sciences
Centre - University Hospital on Thursday February 21, 2008. Dear
husband of the late Pauline
PINCHES (2004.) Loving father of
Melodie LUMLEY and her husband Shawn of London and Arthur
PINCHES
and his wife Linda of Toronto. Also survived by his sisters Francis
Grace MEINZINGER of Toronto, Helen Mary
WURSTER of Winnipeg and
Jean Ruth MEINZINGER of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Brothers Charles
Robert PINCHES and his wife
Mona▲ of Exeter and Tom Samuel
PINCHES
and his wife Joyce of Belmont. Predeceased by his brother Arthur
William PINCHES,
The▲ family will receive Friends from 6: 00 p.m.
to 7: 00 p.m. on Tuesday February 26, 2008 at the A. Millard George
Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London where a Legion Service,
under the auspices of the Royal Canadian Legion, Duchess of Kent,
Branch 263, Colour Guard, will be held in the chapel, at 7: 00 p.m.
followed by a complete Funeral Service at 7: 15 p.m. officiated
by Archdeacon Ken
ANDERSON.
Interment▲ at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made
to the Arthritis Society, 400 York Street, Suite 204, London,
N6B 3N2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
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