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John Joseph Vinski of Water Mill died on March 16 at his home in Jupiter, Florida, with family by his side. He was 84.
Born on April 12, 1931, in Water Mill, to John A Vinski and Cecilia F Slovonik Vinski, he was raised in the area and attended Southampton High School. After graduation, in 1948, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. From 1951 to 1952, he was stationed in Korea. Upon his return, he worked his rank up to technical sergeant and was was honorably discharged in 1956.
Mr. Vinski made use of his many different skills during his lifetime. His career included aircraft mechanic at Grumman Aerospace and business owner of JJ Vinski Transport, Inc. He was active in the Korean War Veterans, a lifetime member of the Elks Club, an avid golfer and belonged to the Golf Club of Jupiter.
Mr. Vinski married Carolyn M. Slinn on April 23, 1955, at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in Southampton.
He is survived by his wife; and children, Deborah and husband Anthony Larsen, Francine and husband Peter Tepper, John E. Vinski and wife Karen, Theodore Vinski and wife Kathleen, Jeffrey Vinski and wife Pamela; and his grandchildren, Shannan, John, Jennifer, Gregory, Christina, Josh, Melissa, Michael, Rachel, Jack and Savanna. He was also survived by a sister, Helen J Vinski.
He was predeceased by a son, Richard James Vinski.
A funeral was held at Palm Beach National Chapel Funeral Home in Lake Worth, Florida, on Monday, March 21, at 10 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
on Mar 18, 2016