 | Vincent "Vince Thomas" Toscano
Toscano, Vincent “Vince Thomas” age 37 of Sparta, NJ, died Wednesday December 3rd. 2008 at the Compassionate Care Hospice St. Clares Hospital Dover, NJ, following a long battle with cancer. Born in Jersey City, NJ he grew up and had lived there for many years before moving to Sussex County in 1994. A graduate of the Hudson Catholic High School class of 1989, he was later graduated from the Montclair State College receiving his BA degree in Broadcasting. Vince’s love for broadcasting began in his teens and followed into college where he co-hosted a popular college radio show, the “Vin & Tone’s Excellent Radio Show”. During his career he worked both on-air and off air in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Before becoming disabled he was Operations Manager of four radio stations owned by Clear Channel Radio, the Program Director and the driving force behind the scenes as well as afternoon host and familiar voice on 102.3 WSUS. Vince had a terrific heart and was a friend to many. He had a great appreciation for his community and was involved with many local organizations and charities. He loved music, television as well as having an amazing memory for entertainment facts and trivia. Pre deceased by his father Rudolph “Red” Toscano in 1987, Vincent is survived by his beloved wife Elizabeth, his daughter Alissa Toscano of Sparta, his step son Javier Bustos of Lodi, his step daughters Jennifer Porcoro of Bushkill, PA and Ashley Porcoro of Lodi, NJ. Also survived by his mother Janice Toscano and his brother Joseph Toscano both of Jersey City, NJ. A funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday December 6th, 2008 at 9:30 AM in the St. Joseph RC Church Newton, NJ. Visitation will be held Friday Dec. 5th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home 156 Main St. (Rt. 206 Newton, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorials in Vince’s memory may be made to the CKW Charitable Foundation #31 Fairmount Ave. Chester, NJ 07930. |
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I have many memories Of Vin,
gut the one thing I will say was that he
was always a very gentle soul.
Vin you know you always were a
'very cool dude'
You will be dearly remembered
You will be terribly missed
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John Maccaro |
We will miss your sweet voice. God Bless you and your family.
The Saliba Family |
I'm a WSUS listener and want to offer my condolences to Vince's family and friends. I never met him but enjoyed listening to him on my way home from work. He will be greatly missed. Heaven has another angel watching over us.
Joanne Guarino-Hackettstown, NJ
Joanne Guarino |
Vince was so kind to my tiger scouts almost 10 years ago. May God comfort his family now. His voice may be silent but not our memory of him.
RUTH |
Heaven has gained a star in heaven that will always shine brightly for eternity. Vin, your light will always be among us for you will never be forgotten. May God bless the family and bring them comfort, peace, and joy in their wonderful memories of you. We love you!
JEANNIE SCUDIERI |
Oh my gosh!
I do not really know how to express my appreciation of this wonderful man.
Vince was so appreciated and liked by
our students from Glen Meadow Middle School in Vernon.
He so supported the pop-tab program called "Poptabs for Jesse and Friends" that began maybe 1999? Jesse had cystic fibrosis and needed kindness and attention. Vince honored and valued Jesse and really gave him such a sense of purpose. Jesse was in 7th grade at the beginning of this project.
The Pop-tab program collected pop-tabs and recycled them for charity. Vince welcomed us until I retired in 2005.He allowed Jesse to be interviewed and speak on live radio several times. Jesse was like a "regular" at the station! The program still exists. Jesse must be 19 or 20 years old now. When I retired in 2005, we had collected over 6 million pop-tabs! Over $6,000.00 had been raised for sick and less fortunate children.
Vince and the 2 Steves were Jesse's best buddies.
Vince was always so kind and giving and flexible with the children and Jesse that would visit WSUS.
Vince was a very gentle spirit. Jesse will never forget him and nor will I.
Most Sincerely,
Connie Podorf, Vernon Teacher
Connie Podorf |
I am in complete shock. My heart aches. I went to grammar school with Vincent and grew up with him in Jersey City. How sad.
Carolyn McGeehan (Kley) |
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