Vincent Lawrence Di Leonardo

Vincent L. Di Leonardo passed away on September 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. Vincent dedicated his life to his family, to honor, to his faith, and to serve his country. He proudly served in the United States Army and after 37 years retired as a Lt. Colonel from the Army Reserve. 

His faith lead him to be a lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus in Delaware and Florida. Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, Vincent met his wife, Dale at the University of Delaware.  Vincent, Dale, and their three children lived in Hockessin, Delaware. In 2010, he retired from his position of Internal Auditor at the University of Delaware’s after over 30 years of service. 

Dale and Vincent retired to Florida in 2012 where they became members of Prince of Peace Catholic Church.  Vincent was a member of the Valencia Lakes Military Veterans Club and enjoyed retirement playing cards, bocci, and pickleball. He was passionate about military history, and sports, particularly baseball. 

He always encouraged everyone to do their best in life even in difficult times. Vincent was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, PopPop, uncle, and friend. 

He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, nephews, niece, family, and friends who will always remember his loving and caring nature. 

Visitation service will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Sun City Center Funeral Home from 2pm -3pm, with a prayer service to follow. Internment will be Thursday, October 17, 2024at 11am at Sarasota National Cemetery, 9810 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241.   

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Valencia Lakes Military Veterans Club (VLMVC). 

To donate in his honor, you can:

send a check to

VLMVC

4840 Sandy Glen Way

Wimauma, FL 33598

(write Vincent Di Leonardo on memo line)

or

visit their website at VLMVC.org

click on donate

https://www.vlmvc.org/home/