Obituaries
June 10, 2019

Vincent P. Grace – McKeesport

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Vincent P. Grace, 87, of McKeesport, died June 9, 2019, at Riverside Care Center. Born Feb. 19, 1932, he was the son of the late John F. and Catherine Coughlin Grace. Vincent worked as a maintenance man at U.S. Steel for many years. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was always proud of his son, Vincent T. Vincent was an excellent gambler, card dealer and card player. He loved betting on the horses at the Meadows Racetrack and Casino. He was a fantastic golfer who rarely, if ever, lost a game. Vincent is survived by his son, Vincent T. Grace of Omaha, Neb.; brother, Richard M. (Marianne) Grace of McKeesport; sisters, Isabelle G. Grace of North Versailles and Kathleen (the late Richard) Mangus of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister-in-law, Jean Grace of White Oak; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Vincent is preceded in death by his brothers, Jack, William, Thomas, Daniel and Joseph Grace; and sister, Sue Vogel. Family and friends will be received at WILLIG FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY from 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, until the blessing service at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Father Michael Singer will officiate. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com

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