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Andrew J. Svaby Sr. PHS '68 posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Just got new of this 5 minutes ago, from a fellow alumni to me, out in the Lehigh Valley,PA! Joan, Jeff, Steve, and Lynn, NEVER HAD A COACH, with so much impact on my life! I suffered from a lack of esteem, from my Dad's side of the family, and Coach helped me immeasurably get it back! Used to love sending noted to Coach, "Guess who I RAN INTO", from the Cross Country and Wrestling Days! Gave Cael Sanderson a Heads Up on this also! R.I.P.!
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Andrew J. Svaby Sr. PHS '68 Posted Jan 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Howard Reed posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
I enjoyed working with Gary. He was always cheerful, positive, professional and helpful. Gary had a positive impact on everyone. I was saddened to hear of his death even though I haven't seen him in decades. He will be missed. RIP!
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Randy Wheelwright posted a condolence
Thursday, January 9, 2025
To the entire Vittorio family, my heartfelt condolences. Mr. Vittorio was a very special person who left an incredible impact on me. He always treated everyone with courtesy and respect. He was the type of coach who genuinely cared about his athletes and always wanted them to succeed. His caring ways and his passion for the sport of wrestling left a lasting impression on me. The world needs so many more Gary Vittorios! Thank you for all that you have done for me Mr. V. God bless you and your entire family!
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Colin Cullen posted a condolence
Thursday, January 9, 2025
God bless you Gary Vittorio. Nobody has had a greater positive influence on my live than you. Rarely a day passes without me thinking and practicing things that you taught me. I am glad that I had the chance to have lunch with you a couple or years ago and convey my great appreciation to you personally. My best regards to Joan and the rest of his family. Thank you Gary - Colin.
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MaryGrace Pennella posted a condolence
Thursday, January 9, 2025
To Joan and Family,
Thank you so much for sharing this Giant of a man with all of us who benefited from his wisdom, warmth and friendship. I loved getting his cards and letters at Christmas and loved remembering him on his birthday and Christmas.
May you be blessed with the knowledge he is now your angel watching over you all.
Peace
Mary Grace
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Dave Ulrich posted a condolence
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Coach V. Was a great influence on my life. He introduced me to the sport of wrestling and it changed my life forever. He taught me discipline and hard work, and the importance of standing by your teammates through adversity. He was a legend and will always be remembered.
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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
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Mr. V. was more than a wrestling coach to me; he was a mentor, second father and dear friend. He imbued me with a strong work ethic and taught me how to be a good teammate, leader and follower, or at least he tried to. In short, Mr. V. taught me how to be a good person. I would not be who I am today without him. Every kid deserves to have a Mr. V in their life. Godspeed Mr. V.
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Sue McCue Goodwin posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
To the entire Vittorio family,
So sorry for your loss. Mr. V. was a great man with a wonderful personality. We are all blessed to have known him. He is wrapped in God's love and suffers no more. May he rest in peace. Love, Sue McCue Goodwin
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Richard M. Onorevole, Esq. posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
My condolences to the family. Gary also was a dedicated member of the Parsippany Rotary Club and served as its President in the mid 1980's. He was an advocate for Rotary's cause "service above self" and exemplified that attitude as a Rotarian as well as an educator.
Richard M. Onorevole, Esq.
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Eileen McDonald posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Our love and sympathy to all of Gary's beautiful family. He was such a special, compassionate person and will be sorely missed. A man of great strength and character that he shared with and taught to all those fortunate enough to have been part of his life.
Much love, Eileen and Gwenn
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Jacqueline Wituszynski posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Uncle Gary was kind and heartfelt. I remember him fondly at our family reunions when we were young. He loved playing the baseball game and other sports with us. My father, Dick Camaione, always spoke highly of Uncle Gary and he was so proud of his accomplishments. My condolences and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Love,
Jackie Wituszynski (Camaione)
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Bill and Rita Canham posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Words can’t express how much Gary helped my son Billy Canham . Billy had epilepsy and started wrestling with Gary as the coach. Billy had brain surgery and could no longer wrestle. However Gary made sure that Billy participated in sports as manager and score keeper in wrestling, basketball and Girls Softball teams. Billy was so happy to be able to continue Participation in sports as manager. My wife thanked you so much during those days and proud to have known you. God Bless and prayers to the family
Bill and Rita Canham
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Wayne Mazurek posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
My sincere Condolences to Mr Vittorio’s Family. Mr Vittorio was a fine Man and Educator. Because of role models like him and other fine Parsippany Teachers many of us went on to become Teachers as well. Teaching in NJ I did have many chances to see and visit with him thru the years. He always had nice things to talk about and remembered so many of my Classmates. I was privileged to have him as a teacher and mentor.
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Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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I’ve always had fond memories of Gary as our wrestling coach in the 70s. He was tough but fair. He emphasized hard work and dedication. Even though I moved out of state my junior year, his influence and example has also stayed with me. RIP Coach Vittorio.
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Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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My Condolences and Prayers go out to All of You !!!
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Michael Yesunas posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Will miss a friend and mentor
Mike Yesunas
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Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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To the entire Vittorio Family:
Prayers and Condolences to all of you on the passing a such a good man.
Remember the good times. GOD BLESS!
kevin & dona
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Judy Frost posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
He was so supportive and helpful when I was an advisor to the yearbook, sophomore class and senior class. I’m sure he will be missed by family and friends. Judy Frost
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Michele McCue Shaffer posted a condolence
Monday, January 6, 2025
We feel truly blessed to have known Mr V most of our lives. We learned from him, laughed with him, but most of all, shared memories with him. He lived an incredible life and leaves a more incredible legacy. Some people never experience half the life he lived, and he certainly left the world a better place. May he rest in God’s grace and peace and always watch over his family. Steve & Michele Shaffer
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Monday, January 6, 2025
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