Vince P. Grace, 79

Vince P. Grace, 79, of Glen Mills, formerly of Pottstown, husband of Nancy L. (Simmons) Grace of 55 years, passed away Sunday August 17, 2025 at Riddle Hospital in Media.

Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Vincent and Jule Ann V. (Haughney) Grace.

Vince loved his wife Nancy with all his heart. He was extremely proud of his daughter Erin and her 20 year career as a nurse at CHOP. He was an avid golfer and had many golf buddies that he cherished. He was a dedicated fan of Philadelphia sports and the Notre Dame Fightin Isish. Vince loved and embraced his Irish heritage.

Surviving along with his wife is his daughter Erin B. Grace; his beloved grand dog Luna; brothers James Grace husband of Sharon and Gerald Grace husband of Sally; sisters Arlene Benkoski Grace wife of John and Nancy Lopez; and numerous loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of Vince’s life will be held Friday August 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, LLC., 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Interment will be private.

The family asks that people wear casual golf attire or sports jerseys.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Vince’s memory to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia at https://give2.chop.edu/give/241805/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=25AF-eMainNav

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Nancy and Erin,
Deepest sympathies for your loss. I am keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers. Love and sympathies from Grace, too.

~ Sandy Payne Tiki Island, TX
8/25/2025 12:36:43 PM

rest in peace VINNYyour playing golf with the angels

~ joseph verno Lebanon, PA
8/23/2025 7:31:59 AM

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, Courage to face the days ahead, And loving memories of Vinny, To forever hold in your hearts. With my deepest sympathy and God's eternal blessings.

~ D. Carol (Underwood) Cusamano Pottstown, PA
8/22/2025 12:49:07 PM

Our Dearest Eggy,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We pray for strength and healing. We love you and always are here for you. Truly.
Love your Slaughter Family.

~ Kevin and Jacqueline Slaughter Philadelphia, PA
8/22/2025 7:35:56 AM

Dear Nancy and Erin, we were so sorry to hear of Vinny's passing. He was such a dear friend. Our deepest condolences and prayers 🙏
Marlene and Eddie Smith

~ MARLENE V SMITH Pottstown, PA
8/22/2025 1:18:29 AM

Dear Nancy and Erin,

We are so saddened to hear of Vince's passing. We have many fond memories of playing golf together . We also remember parties at your house in Pottsgrove. We wish you both peace as you process this tremendous loss. Fondly, Rich and Jean Murphy

~ Jean and Rich Murphy Ft. Myers, FL
8/21/2025 9:23:42 PM

Dear Nancy and Erin, we are both deeply saddened for the passing of Vin. But we know he is at peace now. He was a great friend and we had fun times together. We will miss him. We are here for both of you anytime. Love Mary and Jim

~ Mary Campbell
8/21/2025 9:24:22 AM

Dear Nancy, We are so deeply saddened by Vinny’s passing. You were a wonderful care taker and now Vinny rests in the arms of his Heavenly Father. May his memory be a blessing to you and may those memories bring you peace. Hugs and love.

~ Judi and Dan Weller Fort Myers, FL
8/21/2025 8:12:46 AM

Nancy we are so sorry for your loss
You are in our thoughts and prayers

~ Adele & Charlie Tsoukaris
8/21/2025 7:36:25 AM

I wish I could put into words to help Nancy and Erin and all of our family how we will dearly miss him.

He was my big Brother and was always there for me even as little boy to later in life. No matter the problem he would be there.

I struggle with words but I know he is not tormented any longer. He was my buddy and again I will miss him dearly.

He will always be in my thoughts . As Erin said earlier he was the best Dad Husband Friend and Brother you could ever wish for.

Love you Vin and miss you

~ Jerry Grace Pottstown, Pa
8/20/2025 7:37:53 PM

We were so saddened to hear of Vince’s passing. It was also sad to hear he suffered from Alzheimer’s. That disease steals indiscriminately the brightest and the best! We have such fond memories of the time we spent with you guys…the laughs, the golf, the travels. We send loving thoughts and hope your memories will sustain you and Erin.
Love,
Don and Marcia

~ Marcia Austin & Don Simonet
8/20/2025 2:31:05 PM

Vinny’s hospitality was unmatched, period.
A lover of good food, good drink, and good times.
Great guy to watch a game with, play a round of golf, or hang by the pool, You will be missed

~ Wes Callender Millersville, MD
8/20/2025 11:56:33 AM

Dear Nancy & Erin

We were heartbroken to hear about your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. We can only imagine the pain you’re feeling right now, and we want you to know that you’re not alone we are here for you, always.

Vin was truly special. Vin kindness, warmth, and spirit touched so many lives, and I feel grateful to have known him. We hope you can find comfort in the memories you shared and the love that surrounds you.

If there’s anything you need someone to talk to, sit with, or just be there, we are just a call away.

With all our love and sympathy,
Stan & Linda

~ Linda/Stan Rotonda West, FL
8/20/2025 9:50:59 AM