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http://www.accordions.com/news.aspx?d=05-Oct-2012&lang=de&s=6210
05-Oct-2012
by Rita Davidson Barnea
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 Vincent Cirelli, age 91, highly regarded accordion craftsman, loving father, trusted friend to many, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday September 29th 2012.Vincent, the son of Italian immigrants, born on December 21st 1920, grew up in the North Beach area of San Francisco. It was there he learned the art of accordion building. His talent and warm hearted, sincere demeanor earned him the respect of many who crossed his path. After serving in the U.S Coast Guard, Vincent returned home after World War II, then traveled around the country for two years playing one of his specially made accordions on a train tour sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. In 1946 Vincent opened his accordion business in San Francisco where he began growing his business into a hub for musicians in the Bay Area and throughout the United States. He had an enduring career for nearly 65 years doing what he loved, and more importantly, surrounded by those he loved. He is survived by his loving children, Diane Marie Smith and Vincent Felice Cirelli; grandchildren Sheri Ann Carter, Vincent Joseph Cirelli, and Vincent George Smith; great-grandchildren; Alyssa Ann Cirelli, Victoria Marie Carter, and Caden Carmello Carter. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 49 years, Ann Victoria Pirolo, parents Felice and Carmella Cirelli, and his sister Alice Vorhis. Private services and interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association. |