Vincent G. McCrave Jr.
Vincent G. McCrave Jr. 86, of Davenport, FL passed away April 11, 2024, at Southlake Hospital. He passed peacefully surrounded by family.
He was the husband of Marilyn K. (Loftus) McCrave and they have been married the past 64 years. Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Vincent G. McCrave Sr. and the late Veronica (Kudzma) McCrave. Mr. McCrave served in the United States Air Force Reserves for 23 years / Active Duty for 4 years. He was in Desert Storm January 13, 1991 – March 31, 1991.
Vinny loved doing remodeling projects and handyman work. He was always available to lend a hand to a neighbor. His love was to teach his boys craftmanship. He loved his family and always enjoyed spending time with them. He was a dedicated and passionate New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox’s fan. He was the Director of Housekeeping at Beth Israel Hospital in MA. and St. Joseph’s Hospital in RI. When he came to Florida, he was a long-time employee at Sea World. He went on to Bardell Real Estate and ultimately, he ended his career with Disney where he retired.
In addition to his beloved wife, he leaves two sons Vincent G. McCrave III and his wife Lynn of Bellville, IL and Michael McCrave and his wife Bev of St. Petersburg, FL. And his daughter Michele Bessette of Pawtucket, RI. 8 Grandchildren Dan McCrave-Bessette, Shannon Schwoebel, Britt Whitney, Meghan McCrave, Mitchell McCrave, Matthew McCrave, Thomas Bessette and Hailey Roberson. 5 Great-grandchildren Hayden and Connor Bessette, Ellyott Shampine, Lewis and Claire Schwoebel. His siblings are the late Robert McCrave of Johnston, RI and Veronica (Ronnie) Baker of Surprise, AZ as well as nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to Vinny’s life celebration at 11:00 a.m. Mass on Monday, April 22, 2024 at St. Faustina Catholic Church 15551 N. Boggy Marsh Road Clermont Fl. 34714 Military Honors to follow.
The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the Humane Society of Polk County in Vinny's name.