Alexander Stephen Vinciczky

Alexander Vinciczky died at home on November 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 59. He was an amazing man that loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. His wife Shelly (Parkes) and his two children, Zachary and Abigail (Kevin) were his world and no one that met him could walk away without stories about his family being shared. He was enormously proud of his children and excited for their dreams and futures. His higher education made him a talented engineer and global sales professional, but in his last years, his unfailing hope, resilience, courage and optimism, at each turn, made him a remarkable teacher to us all. He was born September 2, 1961 to Patricia (Jagielski) Vinciczky and Sandor Vinciczky in Toledo, Ohio. Alex is survived by his wife of 33 years Shelly (Parkes), son Zachary, daughter Abigail and son in law, Kevin. Also surviving are his sister Jackie, brother in law Bobby, niece Monica, Aunt Annie, Uncle Rick and others. Through his marriage to Shelly, Alex became a brother of Al and Colleen, Karen and Don, and an uncle to Alisha, Natalie, Kailey, Kaimyn and Trevor. Alex is preceded in death by his father, Sandor, mother, Patricia, father in law, Paul and mother in law, Katie. Alex attended high school and college in Toledo, was employed by several companies over the years and felt blessed to have a career where home base was near his family and friends. He loved his work, especially when offered challenges. He always gave his best, while striking a balance with work and family. Alex’s dad passed down his passion for soccer when Alex was young, and Alex played in high school, some in college, and then coached youth soccer when his kids were playing. He shared his love of the game with the family which encouraged more players, and he continued tying on his boots to go kick the ball around with the old timers at Oak Shade. As Alex’s children began to play sports, he was there at every turn, not missing the chance to cheer them on. He loved providing for his family and more. Alex enjoyed weekend getaways and vacations to state park lodges or cabins with Shelly and the kids, always excited and full of energy to make another memory. Camping from early spring until late fall, filled the kid’s childhoods, and something they still enjoy today. So many early Saturday mornings were spent taking the kids fishing, and untangling a line so they could keep fishing. Alex was quick to vote when the extended family was planning an outing, sometimes voting more than once, because he was up for any adventure. He loved the long, summer days playing endless games like badminton or croquet, swimming with the kids, or sitting by an evening fire. His love of golf came a little later in life, and like all that he did, he studied, watched those that were better, and tried to master the game. The start of each golf season began with him saying, “this is going to be my year!”. He always said that he loved the game, but he equally enjoyed being with his buddies, or his kids and walking in nature. His trip to The Masters, several years ago, was something that he was so grateful to experience. When an opportunity came along years back, for a small summer place on a lake in Michigan, Alex jumped in and worked tirelessly to create a special get-a-way for family and friends. There isn’t enough space to write what he was to us all. From the time he was diagnosed, he professed that his Lord and Savior was with him, keeping watch, and never leaving him. For 5.5 years, Alex never gave up, and continually inspired those around him with his upbeat, hope-filled, optimistic attitude. God delivered countless angels on this long journey, to lighten the burden and to declare his love for his faithful son. We give all the glory to our Heavenly Father. Until then. We love you. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mosaic Ministries in Alex’s name. You can even donate on line at mosaicministries.us . Due to constraints, the family has chosen to make private arrangements. They are asking everyone to share a memory on the funeral home website, so the family can have a collection of stories.