Vincenzo worked as a merchant marine and traveled the world for 25 years. In 1975, he immigrated to the United States, beginning a new chapter marked by resilience, steady purpose, and deep devotion to family. He lived in Newark, NJ and Orange, NJ before settling in Livingston, NJ for his adult years, and he moved to Toms River, New Jersey eight years ago.
A man known for hard work and loyalty, Vincenzo owned and operated his own construction company for 30 years, Vincenzo Bracciale General Contracting, retiring in 2008. Through decades of dedication, he built not only with skill and persistence, but also with the kind-heartedness and integrity that earned lasting respect from those who knew him.
In 1970, Vincenzo married the love of his life, Rosa, and they shared 37 years of marriage until devastated by her passing in 2007. He is survived by his three daughters, Anna Bracciale, Carmela Bracciale, and Michelina Crawford (JR); his grandchildren, Gina, Gabrielle, RJ, and Michael; and his siblings, Raffaele, Aniello, Anna, Virginia, and Lucia. He was predeceased by his siblings Giuseppe, Giovanna, and Cristina. Also surviving are his many loving nieces, nephews, here in the United States as well as Italy.
Vincenzo found genuine joy in simple, meaningful pleasures—gardening, going clamming, and spending time at the beach and watching his favorite soccer team SSC Napoli. Compassionate and selfless by nature, he also had a special love for animals, especially his granddog, Sophia. His presence will be remembered with gratitude and affection by all who were fortunate to share in his life.
A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 from 4-8 pm at the Quinn-Hopping Funeral with a Celebration of Life to begin at 7 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations in Vincenzo's name can be made to either Deborah Heart & Lung Center or the Tiny Paws Rescue.
