VincenzoGIORDANOPassed away in hospital on August 18 with his loving family by his side.
Vinnie was a loved and loving husband and best friend to Lorraine, devoted dad to Lawrence and Joel, loving father-in-law to Natalie and Abbie, adored grandad to Margot and Ivy, and a loving brother to Sal.
Born in Rochdale to Italian parents, Vinnie was immensely proud of his Italian heritage, but Accrington became very much his home. Sociable, charismatic and full of humour, he had an extraordinary ability to connect with people and seemed to make friends wherever he went.
His working life began as a weaver and then Vinnie became a driving instructor before he taught speed awareness online, and I suspect quite a few people who logged on expecting just a speed-awareness course, came away having made a friend. Family was always at the heart of Vinnie's life. He treasured his enormous circle of friends, loved travelling, particularly to Lanzarote and the Amalfi Coast, and gave his time to his community through volunteering with Prospects. He enjoyed planning their family holidays and loved a bargain. He adored his music, from The Sex Pistols, to The Clash, to Green Day. He liked to watch Bargain Hunt and The Chase on TV. The life and soul of every party, his barbecues were legendary. Funny, mischievous, kind and wonderfully sociable, Vinnie brought laughter and lightness wherever he went. He lived life surrounded by the people he loved, and leaves behind happy memories and a very special place in the hearts of his family and many friends.
Vinnie's funeral service will take place on Wednesday, September 16 at Accrington Crematorium, Burnley Road, BB5 6HA at 1.40pm.
Family flowers only please, donations gratefully received on behalf of Leukaemia UK.
All donations and enquiries to
Champ Funeral Service, Whalley Road, Clayton-Le-Moors BB5 5DY. Tel 01254 390731 or Vinnie www. champfunerals.com
