Vincenzo La Fronza

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On December 1, 1948, Giuseppe La Fronza and Arcangela (Martulli) La Fronza welcomed their 2nd son Vincenzo. Raised in Carbonara, Italia, Vince was always surrounded by his 3 brothers and 1 sister. Growing up, he always was hands-on, whether working at his job carving wooden caskets or getting water from the local fontana for the house. Vince would give some of his hard earned money to his mom, but also would save some in a tiled hole under the bed. He loved his family and his home, but the American dream was calling him. On February 27, 1966, along with his siblings and cousins, the 17 year old embarked on a ship to New York. March 9, 1966, they arrived at Ellis Island. Some family was already in Chicago, so that became his home until the end. On Ohio Street, Vince met the love of his life, Matilda (Squeo). On their first date, they shared a sundae; 1 year later they married (almost 47 years) and had three girls, Angela, Anna, and Jennifer.

He was a hard worker, staying at Williams Electronics for 33 years when they closed down. He continued his manual labor working at the Hyatt and Wickes. Outside of work, Vince was always creating masterpieces at home, whether outside the house with his love of nature or fixing things around the house. Things always got done with love.

Vince had many passions: reading the newspaper, going for bike rides, and music. Music was his language of communication. Tutu, as his family adoringly called him, was always singing or playing his beloved trumpet. Vince loved to perform, whether it was at festivals or weddings or in his basement room decorated with pictures of him singing it his way. Often, you would hear him singing to his mamma, wife, children and grandchildren.

His grandchildren were his flowers that he loved immensely. He would watch them on days off, pick them up from school and put them to work making wine the old fashioned way by stomping on grapes in a bucket. But, he treated them like royalty. He had a sense of humor with them that only a grandparent shares, such as providing Giuseppina with a bell to ring if she wanted anything from him, such as his cooking concoctions. Antonella was always the one that would sing with him. They would sing, “Let’s go check the mail,” while they ran down the long driveway. Antonella and nonno would sing Con Te Partiro and end it with a zan zan sound. Vin was the boy he never had. He would take him for rides on his riding lawnmower. Nonnovino would always go to their events, proud and with his little camcorder.

Vince was a loved man by many. He had a gentle spirit, a zest for life, a talkative personality and an awareness of how blessed he was. He was a giving man until the end. When he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, he gave that cancer such a fighting stance. Until the end, he would say, I’m going to live a long life, while enduring painful treatments. He would sing to the doctors and nurses and always share that contagious laugh. Vince was ready to go home to God, to see his mamma again; but, that didn’t stop him from singing My Way one last time. His melodic voice will always be in the hearts of many. On May 25, 2020, Vince was called Home to sing as an angel in Heaven’s Choir.

Please join us as we pay our last respects to Vincenzo La Fronza. In lieu of flowers, donations in Vincenzo La Fronza’s name to research for Multiple Mylomea (https://tribute.themmrf.org/VincenzoLaFronzacantasempre) are appreciated.

Guestbook


Posted by:
Jennifer La Fronza

Posted on:
Saturday, August 8, 2020

Fly away little girl....my daddy I miss you. You are still a legend thou heaven is your home now. I love you.


Posted by:
Paul Nuccio

Posted on:
Monday, June 1, 2020

Our most sincere condolences to the Lafronza family. I have many happy memories of playing with Vince in the band, he always put so much passion in his singing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Carolyn Nuccio

Posted by:
Carmela Lopriore

Posted on:
Monday, June 1, 2020

Zio, I remember you would always sing “carmela é un bambola” when I was little and it always made me smile. You loved reading the Chicago Sun-Times and Carlo Rossi wine- there was always a 5 gallon jug in the house. Whenever one of us had a birthday , you’d sing for us and sometimes you’d even get the trumpet out. Thank you for all the memories , Zio. You lived with heart and joy. I’ll miss you.

Posted by:
Carmela Lopriore

Posted on:
Monday, June 1, 2020

Childhood Christmas with my family are my most treasured memories


Posted by:
Lynda Verzillo

Posted on:
Monday, June 1, 2020

So sorry to hear of the passing of a long-time, good friend of raffaele and mine. I have many great memories of parties, and smaller get-togethers where he would entertain all with his singing. He was a very good host along with Matilda. One could always look forward to good food, wine, conversation and music! May he Rest In Peace, but most likely he’s singing in joy.

Posted by:
Nancy Bobowski

Posted on:
Sunday, May 31, 2020

Angela, Anna, And Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad sounds like an loving person I only wish I knew him when he was with us. Take care and God bless all of us. Nancy B

Posted by:
Frank Martire

Posted on:
Saturday, May 30, 2020

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Frank and Maria Martire

Posted by:
Bob & Pat Gattuso

Posted on:
Saturday, May 30, 2020

Our prayers are for you and your family Vince was a extraordinary person to know and love he is at peace now in heaven may God bless the family always love Bob & Pat

Posted by:
Anna Tamburello

Posted on:
Saturday, May 30, 2020

La comunità Italiana sentirà la mancanza di Vincenzo. Sentite Condoglianze alla famiglia tutta. Con rispetto, Anna Tamburello

Posted by:
Joe Punzo

Posted on:
Friday, May 29, 2020

Sentite condoglianze a tutta la famiglia, Vince will always be remembered, you can't forget the good ones. RIP

Posted by:
Nick and Nilla Volpe

Posted on:
Thursday, May 28, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the whole family. Vince will be missed by many. Our prayers go to the family. May he Rest In Peace.

Posted by:
Alberto and Haydee Lopriore

Posted on:
Thursday, May 28, 2020

So many memories, to many to mention. We shared so many holidays together and the festivals where I would come and see him sing. I remember when it was his turn to dress up as Santa at my parents house, he was the skinniest Santa ever though we tried to fatten him up with pillows, it didn't help. I will truly miss you "lo zio".

Posted by:
Frank & Clara Cascella

Posted on:
Thursday, May 28, 2020

Sentite condoglianze a tutti. Frank e Clara Cascella

Posted by:
Angelo Castellucci

Posted on:
Thursday, May 28, 2020

Our deepest condolescences for the loss of you dear Vincenzo. He will be missed for many things I'm sure, but so great for his love of singing. Prayers for your family and Vincenzo.

Posted by:
Peyton

Posted on:
Thursday, May 28, 2020

My prayers are with you and your family

Posted by:
Heinz Kern & Mary Ann Rise

Posted on:
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family at this time

Posted by:
mario sarullo

Posted on:
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Rest in peace Vincenzo, Our prayers are always with You and Family.

Posted by:
Anna La Fronza

Posted on:
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Love you daddy!


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Granddaughters

Posted on:
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

We miss you Nonno!