Gary S. Vacca, 65, of Enfield, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Hartford Hospital with loved ones at his side. Gary was born on June 7, 1953 in Washington, DC, a son, of Joyce (Knowlton) and the late Albert F. Vacca. He was a graduate of Cheshire H.S. and received a degree in History from Post University College. Gary was employed with FED-EX for 15 years and retired from the Hartford Courant in 2019. He was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins and the Texas Rangers.
Gary is survived by his two children; Teresa M. Vacca of Holyoke, MA and Stephen Vacca of Enfield, a brother Glenn Vacca of NC and a sister Lori Joyner & husband Al of NC, along with several nieces and nephews.
A gathering of remembrance will be held at Browne Memorial Chapels on Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 11am to 12 pm followed by a Prayer Service. The family has requested in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.