Vincent (Van) Dominick Giacoia of Hampton Bays Dies October 23

Vincent (Van) Dominick Giacoia of Hampton Bays died in the early morning hours of October 23, surrounded by his family after a valiant fight against Parkinson’s disease. He was 76

A lifelong resident of Southampton Town, he was born at Southampton Hospital on May 29, 1949, to Mary and Vincent Giacoia. After graduating from high school, he was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era, when he served his country with honor. Upon returning home, he earned an associate degree in business from Suffolk County Community College.

During his time in the service, Giacoia discovered a passion for cooking that blossomed into a lifelong career as a professional chef and business owner. Beyond his work, he was known for his warmth, humor, and love of friendly competition. Whether it was a game of cornhole, a cribbage tournament, or an epic match of Risk, he brought joy and spirit to every gathering.

On February 14, 1986, he married the love of his life, Pamela Bertrand Giacoia, with whom he shared 40 wonderful years. Together they raised five children and enjoyed their seven grandchildren. While he was an avid card player and die-hard Yankees fan, his greatest joy was always time spent with family. He is additionally survived by his mother and three siblings.

Visitation was held at the R. J. O’Shea Funeral Home in Hampton Bays on Sunday, October 26. Funeral services took place on Monday, October 27, at Hampton Bays United Methodist Church, followed by burial at Calverton National Cemetery.

The family requests donations be made in his memory to the Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Center for Parkinson’s Disease (southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu/services/parkinson-disease) or the East End Hospice Kanas Center for Hospice Care (eeh.org)