He was born on September 29, 1952 in Camporeale, Sicily the son of Salvatore and Vita (Restivo) Donze. He moved to Missouri when he was 14 years old. He attended North East High School. Vincent grew up on St Johns Ave. He loved filming and being in videos, the camera loved him! He had many hobbies and interest, including cars, watching movies and videos, music and dancing; among his favorites were John Travolta and Elvis Presley. He loved spending time with family, traveling, cooking and eating, especially at buffets. Vincent had a heart of gold, he was kind, loving, and funny (a real jokester) and would help anyone at anytime. He was a phenomenal father, grandfather, and loved by many.
Survivors include children, Donnisha Marie and husband, Reinaldo Arroyo, Angela Donze, Salvatore "Sonny" Donze and wife, Meghan; sister, Fina Donze; grandchildren, Sareana Turkovics, Samantha Boney, Joshua Boney, Cierra Freeman, Sicilia Donze, and Dominic Donze; great grandchild, Brysen Cartwright.
Vincent was preceded death by his parents, brother, Angelo Donze; and sister, Sandra Liotta.