Vincent Savino (Maj Gen)

To Franz and family. Condolences to you on the passing of you dad. RIP.

My deepest sympathy to Kate and family on the recent death of Vincent.
I knew Vincent through his work in North Strand evening school where he was both a great colleague but also an inspiration to those students to whom he gave so much good teaching and advice in his Fitness Training classes. Always affable and approachable I remember him fondly and whenever I meet any of his past pupils their first question is about Vinny.
May he rest in peace

Just read of Vinnie’s passing today - abroad in August. Always a very pleasant and competent officer and enjoyed meeting him over the years. Deepest sympathy from Deirdre and myself to Kate and family.

Deepest sympathy to Kay and Family on the death of your beloved Husband and Father. You're in my thoughts and heart at this sad time. May treasured memories of Vinny keep him close by you always. Códladh sámh Vinny.

Sincere sympathy to Anna, Ruarc and the Savino family on the passing of your father/grandfather and husband Vincent. RIP

Vinny was the Leinster Cricket Club coach when I arrived in 1995 and was committed, passionate and ahead of his time. I have fond memories of him bringing in Mick Ostinelli (who spoke so well at the funeral) as a sports psychologist - he was nicknamed the ‘head’ coach much to Vinny’s amusement
I learned a lot from him from 95-97 and I always enjoyed crossing paths with him when St.Columba’s played CUS
In 1997 Vinny was giving me a lift back from a match in Cork and I remember him saying, many people think I am good because I go to church, but I always say to them, I don't go to church because I am good, I go because I am in need of forgiveness!
He was a true gentleman, a deep thinker in terms of cricket and a man of great faith in Jesus
My condolences to his family and friends
The funeral was a great tribute to remarkable man
RIP Vinny and thank you for all of your input
God bless you
Paul.Cron

I am very sorry to hear of the death of Vinny. I have known him since my boyhood days in Clontarf Cricket Club and thereafter in the Defence Forces where he was one of the most respected and admired senior officers that served there. My deep condolences to his wife and family. May he Rest In Peace.

Sincere and deepest sympathy to all of the Savino family on the passing of one of life's gentlemen. A office that led by example and had time for everyone. I never served with the General, but during my tenure as president of PDFORRA he was very helpful on numerous occasions in solving problems behind the scenes. My his kind and gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Our sincerest condolences to the Savino family on the death of Maj Gen Vincent. We are the daughters of the late Desmond and Rolly Dingle. Des and Vincent joined the army together and became very great friends and Vincent was godfather to Lindi. Marie was also a big part of our childhood in Newbridge. Rest in everlasting peace Vincent.

Our Deepest Condolences to Gina and the extended family on the sad passing of Vincent.
May he rest in peace

I was very saddened to hear of Vinny’s death and send my deepest sympathies to Katie and her family. I take it as an honour to have known Vinny. He set a great example by making the fullest use of his abilities throughout his life and was a great team-mate who treated victory or defeat with the same equanimity and wry sense of humour that was a major part of his personality, whether on the sports field or taking a hike up Lugnaquilla. May he rest in peace.

Condolences and deeoest sympathy to the Savino family. I served under the General in the QMG's Br and later as his Sgt in the Defence Forces Press Office. The Press Office was a very busy and demanding job at that time.. It was a real honour for me to have known and worked beside him. He was totally professional and I copied him in every way. THE General promoted me on two (2) occasions during my military career. Dear General, rest in eternal peace.

condolences to the Savino family on the death of Major general vincent savino.a great soldier but more imprtantly a great man,Rip

My condolences to the Savino family. Good neighbours in Fernhill. Vinnie was a fitness guru before it was fashionable and Mrs Savino was an early promotor of yoga. I remember them going on UN duty. The Park was all the poorer for the loss of the beautiful Savino girls. It's a small world - and Vinnie was there to teach my son Philip to swing bowl on fondly remembered Leinster coaching nights at The Naul. A great man by any measure. Rest in Peace.

Sincere condolences to all of the Savino family on the news of the sad passing of General Vinny. A true officer and gentleman, I had the privilege of serving under him during our time in the 44 Inf Bn, UNIFIL, South Lebanon. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Kate and extended Savino family on sad passinng of Major General Vincent. General Savino's contribution to the Defence Forces at home and abroad was exceptional. He was an outstanding sportsman and left a huge sporting legacy in multiple sports throughout the country. May he rest in peace.

To Anna, Franz and all the Savino family. Sincere sympathy on the passing of Vincent.

Condolences and my deepest sympathy to Kate and the Savino family, Vincent was an outstanding officer and a true gentleman whose commitment and contribution to the Defence Forces and to veterans was immeasurable. May he rest in peace. George Kerton

My sincerest sympathy to Kate, Gina Anna, Rosa, Caterina, Elena and Franz on the loss of your wonderful husband and father. I have many memories listening to his thoughts on tbe causes he supported during
his life. His commitment was matched by the respect held for him.

General Savino introduced us to cricket and demonstrated immense patience while we slowly learned the depth of what we didn’t know about the game he clearly truly loved.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

It was my privilege to serve with Vinny on the board of Epilepsy Ireland for many years. Indeed, he usually kept a seat for me and we had many a chat before the proceedings got underway. He was both an officer and a gentleman and he will be missed very much, Deepest condolences to Kate and all the family.
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It was my pleasure and privilege to have served with General Savino. He was one of the best. My heartfelt sympathy to his beloved family at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to all Vincent's family.
Thinking of you all on this sad occasion.
I was extremely lucky to have known this wonderful man. During many training sessions in the North Strand.
He will be forever in my thoughts. (Brian Cronin)

Our sincerest condolences to Gina and all the Savino family on their sad loss. Rest in peace..

Sincere sympathy to you Rosa and family on the passing of Vinnie. What a beautiful ceremony.

Condolences to all the family on the passing of Vinny. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he RIP

On behalf of Cricket Ireland, can I express our sympathy to the Savino family on the recent passing of Vinny. His contribution to Irish cricket was immense particularly in the area of coaching. He will be greatly missed by the cricket community throughout Ireland

Our deepest sympathy to Kate and all the family on the death of Vinny.We have fond memories of the summers in Arklow.

Sympathy to the Savino family on the sad loss of Vinnie.

To the extended Savino family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Vincent. You must all be deeply proud of his outstanding record of public service, and his contribution to community life. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Deepest sympathy to the Savino family on the sad passing of General Vincent.I met him on several occasions at UN memorial ceremonies.A true gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to Franz, Niamh and all of the extended Savino family on the passing of Vincent, RIP.

Our sincere sympathy to Kate and all the family stuff n the sad passing of Vinny who lived life to the full … we remember fun times in Arklow each summer. And we are forever thankful to you and Vinny for being there for us and for your friendship. May he rest in peace.

Our deepest condolences to Kate and all the Savino family on the passing of VF.

VF was a truly exceptional person and a true gentleman. It was a priviledge to have known him.

May he rest in peace.

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Vinny. An unbelievable coach and mentor to all in Leinster Cricket and C.U.S and above all else an absolute gentleman. May he rest in peace. Condolences to all your family. R.I.P Vinny

For over 50 years, our Club has benefits from Vinnie's wisdom- as an regular player, coach , Tour Manager in Shropshire. and Vice-President Thank you Kate , and family, for loaning him to us we now offer our condolences and prayers

President , Trustees and Committee, County Galway Cricket Club

Sincere condolences to all the Savino family on the death of General Vincent after a long life well lived. He was an outstanding officer, a true sportsman and an absolute gentleman whom I had the privilege of serving with in DFHQ and in the Eastern Brigade. His legacy to the Defence Forces and to Defence Veterans will live on forever.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

Sincere condolences to Vinny's family on the passing of a fine man. He was an excellent tutor in the fitness club in North Strand; full of enthusiasm, encouragement and friendliness , with a great sense of humour.
May he rest in peace

My condolences to Franz and all the Savino family.

A wonderful officer and Commander .I had the pleasure to serve under him Mick Fitzmaurice 2 Grn MPC May he Rest in Peace

I pass the sincere condolences from all here to the Savino family on the passing of General Vincent. He was a outstanding officer and sincere gentleman whose contributions will endure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. .
May he rest in perfect peace.

Bran Duffy MBE
Chairman

AR DHEIS DE GO RAIBH A ANAM.

Sincerest condolences to the Savino family on the sad passing of Vinny, a great coach and an even better man.

Condolences to all the extended Savino family and his friends and former colleagues. He was truly an officer and a gentleman and a pleasure to serve with. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.

I'd like to offer my condolences to the family of this gentleman. I didn't know him or his family but I clicked into the link of his details on this site when I noticed he was a member of the defence force. I am very impressed to read about his service in the military as a veteran and the distinguished record of service he also had to the wider community as well. Therefore I felt that I had to leave a message to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.

We send our condolences to the Savino family on the death of Vincent, an exemplary soldier and fine human being who did Ireland proud. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam uasal.

Condolences to all your family and friends, rest well dude

Sincere condolences to all of the family. General ‘Vinnie’ Savino was not only a great man but also ;
A fantastic family man, The best testimonial to this is his children, all of them great people
A great story teller. Any story Vinnie started telling was worth listening too.
A world class historian.

I’ll miss talking to you here on earth Vinnie. Hopefully if the lord allows me, I’ll see you in heaven. I know your there and I hope to hear some more stories.

To the family of the late Major-General V.Savino I wish to extend my sincere sympathy on his passing. I had the pleasure of serving with General Savino with HQ Coy, 44th In Bn UNIFIL South Lebanon an Officer & a Gentleman, and a great leader, May he rest in peace.

Sgt Willie Smith (Retd) Mil Col, Pearse Bks/GTD McDonagh Bks

Our sincere condolences To Kate and all the family on the passing of a True Gentleman and friend

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this sad time

May ( Major General )

Vincent ( Vinny ) Savino

Rest in Peace

Sincere sympathies to all the Savino family. Playing with Vinnie in his winning Moran Cup team -& in the original Crowbars-still hold fond memories. A great motivator & gentleman.

Sincere condolences to the Savino family. I had the great pleasure of serving with General Savino. May Vincent Rest in Peace...

Our sincere condolances to Franz and the Savino family on the sad loss of Vinnie. His legendary status in Irish cricket will always be remebred. From all of your friends in Railway Union Cricket Club.

My deepest sympathy Anna and Ruarc all the extended Savino family on the passing of your wonderful Dad and grandad thinking of you and your mam at this very hard time may he rest in peace

Dearest Kate. Sending you and your family our sincere condolences on the death of Vinny.
What can we say... Rest in Peace, Vinny.

Sincere condolences to the Savino family on their loss. I knew Vinny from Wanderers where we spent many’s an afternoon on the sidelines watching the 3rds or 3rdAs. I have many fond memories of his witty and incisive observations at Junior Selection Committee meetings!

Sincere condolences to the Savino family on the sad passing of Vinny. I am one of the many who benefitted from his cricket coaching expertise and fitness training program. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Major-General Savino’s family & friends. He was a brilliant Military Leader & had great time for all of his troops who respected him immensely & would have followed him to hell & back as he always led from the front. IUNVA personnel will always be indebted to him as he helped raise awareness of UN Veterans.

John McCormick RSM (Retd) Irish Air Corps

Kate & Family
Our sincerest sympathy to you on the death of Vinnie. A true gentleman, great sportsman, 1st class cricket coach always willing to pass on his knowledge even to opponents and a very good friend. May VF rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Kate and the family on their great loss. We first meet on a PDF Pilgrimage to Lourdes.