Mary K. Vinton

Mary K. Vinton obituary, Eastchester, NY

Mary K. Vinton

Mary Vinton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Westchester Funeral Home, Inc. on Jul. 4, 2025.

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Mary Kathleen Vinton, 58, of Port Chester, NY passed away on July 2, 2025, after a lengthy battle with a long illness. She is survived by her parents, Thomas A. and Maureen B. Vinton of Eastchester, NY, her daughter Gabriella Celestino of White Plains, NY, brothers Thomas B. Vinton of Scarsdale, NY, William Vinton of the Bronx, NY and Robert of Eastchester, NY, sisters Caroline Gilmore of Harrison, NY, Christine Guiffra of Greenwich, CT and Ann Vinton of St. Petersburg, FL.
Through her illness, Mary maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, appreciation of beauty and love of family and friends. She graduated from Resurrection High School in Rye, NY and Stonehill College in Easton, MA. Mary was incredibility creative in so many aspects of her life, in particular was a beautiful poet and storyteller.
She spent most of her career writing grants for charitable institutions. Her outgoing personality gained her many friends, and she was always the one who would light up a family gathering with songs and laughter. She will be truly missed by her family, particularly her grandchildren, Robert, Joseph and Angelina, whom she adored.
Also, the many friends she made during her journey through life.
There will be a viewing at Westchester Funeral Home, Eastchester, NY on Monday, July 7 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale, NY at 10:00 am on Tuesday July 8.

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July 8, 2025

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July 8, 2025

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Laura Block (Matamoros)

July 8, 2025

My deepest condolences to Mary's family and friends. I remember her from high school as a beautiful, kind, and talented person. I will keep her in my prayers.

The Bates Family (Helen, Jay and Chris)

July 8, 2025

Extending our deepest sympathy and love to the Vinton family during this difficult time. Mary was lovely and will be fondly remembered.

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Lucie Lapovsky

July 7, 2025

Mary was a lovely person. I always remember her cheerfulness and beautiful smile during the days we worked together at Mercy. I know she will be missed by all. My condolences to her family and friends.

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