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Vincent A. Zoito Jr., 78

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —  Sergeant Vincent Arthur Zoito Jr., 78 of Henderson, Nevada formerly of Williamstown, MA died on March 3, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Vincent was born on April 6, 1947 in North Adams, MA a son of the late Vincent Arthur Zoito & Anna (Mierzejewski) Zoito. Vincent attended local schools and graduated from Drury High School with the class of 1967. In teenage years, he was the lead guitarist in the band “The Other Guys” which performed all over MA, NY, and VT. He earned his associates degree from Berkshire Community College. Vincent was a devoted Police Officer for the Town of Williamstown for 28 years until his retirement as a Sergeant on the force. He was an avid fan of the New England Patriots and the Syracuse Orangemen. Vincent was a communicant of St. Anthony of Padua Church and enjoyed woodworking, crafts, furniture repair and traveling.

Vincent leaves his loving wife of 55 years, Marcia M. (Golka) Zoito whom he married on June 27th,1970, two sons, Jeremy A. Zoito of North Adams and Jason V. Zoito of Henderson, NV. He also leaves three grandchildren, Allison, Tessa and Olivia as well as a sister, Barbara Ann Leonovich of Longmeadow, MA, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by a daughter in infancy, Leslie Ann Zoito.. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Physicians Choice Hospice especially Jennifer and Marquita.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Vincent A. Zoito Jr will be celebrated Saturday March 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA are Friday March 20th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Memorial donations are suggested to PopCares, PO Box 482, Williamstown, MA 01267 or in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com


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Oh Vinny....you were such a good guy. Very sad to read rea of your passing. You will be missed by many!
Loving thoughts to your family.
from: Valerie Ross on: 03-14-2026
Our condolences to Marcia and family,
Cousin Vinny & I grew up next door to one another as kids .
There we many days I would hangout with him and the band .
There is so many memories I have, I will never forget them.
REST IN PEACE!!! Hug our loved ones for us.
Love Always. Tony and Janine Zoito
from: Anthony Zoito, Janine Zoito on: 03-14-2026
Oh Vinnie , you will missed so very much. You were one of the anchors to our entire family. Oh the fun we had , BBQs , parties , holidays , all such fond memories. I am forever grateful we came out to see you last summer, it was a great day filled with love. Fly high dear cousin, until we meet again.
Marcia and Jason , hugs and prayers , may God be with you through this difficult time.
from: Jude Marie Goudreauon: 03-14-2026
My deepest condolences to the family of my old friend from the old neighborhood and St. Anthony's Church. Rest In Peace, Vin.
from: Mike Mancusoon: 03-14-2026
Sad news, indeed. Rest well in the arms of Eternity, Vinnie!
from: Herman Bishopon: 03-14-2026
Oh Vin - you were so good at your job and such a friend thank you for years of laughter and warm hugs - oh and for keeping your eyes on our kids and a couple of their kids. I always knew they were safe while you were watching over them.
Know that I’m sending you so much love Marsh
from: Sandra and Howard Brookneron: 03-14-2026
Marcia and your sons,

So sorry for your loss of Vincent. Our prayers go up to The Lord on you during this season of mourning.

In Jesus name.

Bill Fix Jr
And mom, Pat Fix
from: William H Fix Jron: 03-14-2026
Marcia, Jason and Jeremy we were so very sorry to hear of Vinnie’s passing. He was a great guy and loved his family so much. Our hearts and prayers are with you all in the days ahead.
from: Debbie and Allen Kushnet on: 03-14-2026
Marcia: I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Sue Pedercinion: 03-14-2026
We will forever love and miss you Vinnie.
Lots of laughs!! Lots of great times.
Hugs and love to Marcia and Jason and all the family
Love , Mark and Bo
from: Karen Bentzon: 03-13-2026
Marcia and family
Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. We have lost a great guy
Margo & Vinny
from: Margo & Vincent Melito on: 03-13-2026
Oh Marcia. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of "Big V".God Bless You
from: Linda J Chesbro on: 03-13-2026
There will always be a special place in my heart for you. I will never forget that you always made me feel like part of the family , and always gave me a huge hug when you saw me. Thank you for the laughs and especially the Love
I will always Love you and Miss you ?.
from: Apryl Golkaon: 03-13-2026
To Zoito family, so sorry to hear of Vinny's passing. He was a good man, the one to go to when working with the Williamstown PD. RIP my friend.
from: Ellen & Craig Millardon: 03-13-2026
Marsha, Jermey, Jason and Family Sending condolences in the passing of Vinny. Seems like just yesterday we were all neighbors on Cady St. Prayers and Love your way. May he R.I.P.
from: Elaine (Allegra Bushika) Cannon: 03-13-2026
R.I.P. Vinnie…don’t know where to start,so I’m going to wish Vinnies family and friends my condolences and Vinnie had an impact on my life and he was a friend of mine .sad to read this.
from: John Bryanton: 03-13-2026
Remembering all the BBQ’s you and Aunt Marcia had for like EVERY holiday! Having all friends and family over for basically a pool party! Those were fun times! Not to mention all of the times you got me out of speeding tickets when I was young and dumb! You were such a great guy! You will be sadly missed!
Love you Uncle Vinnie
from: Steve Golkaon: 03-13-2026
Marcia, Jeremy, and Jason, I am so sad to hear about Vinnie. He was a great guy and he will be missed. I will be thinking and praying for all of you. Especially you Marcia.
from: Mary Alarieon: 03-13-2026
R.I.P. Vinny - My condolences to your family . Served always as a upstanding Police Officer - Was proud to have worked a few cases with you - Retired Sgt JMB - NAPD
from: James Burdickon: 03-13-2026
Marcia, Marc and I are so very sorry to read this! Vinnie was such a great guy. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
from: Nancy Bottesion: 03-13-2026
Vinny was a good friend of mine forever. We went to High School together and were both cops. Vinny was a good cop and a good man.
from: Bill Davison: 03-13-2026
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