Vinny was born in Florida on Jan. 21, 1945, a son of the late Vicente and Ruth (Hunter) Pardo-Piper.
Vinny was well known in the Sanford community. Vinny was a very social, personable person who left a lasting impression if you had the privilege of getting to know him.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Harriette (Blanchette) Piper.
He is survived by: his extended family and care givers, Jon and Ola Brien and their children, all of Sanford; as well as many friends who loved him. Vinny also leaves behind family in Peru: his sister, Imelia; as well as many nieces and nephews and cousins throughout the United States.
A memorial celebration of Vinny’s life will be held on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home, 580 Main St., Springvale.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donations in his memory to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham, ME 04086.
Condolences may be expressed at www.blackfuneralhomes.com.
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