James Vincent Breining

March 14, 1953 - July 05, 2016

Long time resident of the Sunset District in San Francisco passed away too soon at the age of 63. Vince was born and raised in The City. As a youth, he attended Holy Name Elementary School and Abraham Lincoln High School. Vince loved sports -- the whole family did. He played competitive soccer and softball with so many of his own brothers. He was proud to work as a San Francisco Union painter by trade and retired after 30+ years. Vince married his sweetheart Sherie on Sept. 13, 1975 and together they raised two beautiful children in Sonoma County. He enjoyed many pastimes including family camping and supporting all SF sport teams (Giants, 49ers, Warriors, Sharks). But his all time favorite sport of handball began in the courts at Big Rec in Golden Gate Park and South End Rowing Club. Vince looked forward to playing handball with his friends and that affinity continued at The Parkpoint Club, Santa Rosa. He is survived by his loving wife, his children (Christine and Keith); their spouses (Stephane Deblock and Lisa Barbata) and their children (his own special bond of love for grandchildren Catherine, Cameron, Vincent, and baby Lucas). He is also survived by his 11 devoted brothers and sisters: Marie, Kathy, John, Paul, Fred, Margaret, Francis, Eileen, Mark, Kevin and Helen. Friends are invited to celebrate his wonderful life at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park on Sunday, July 31, 2016, 1:30 p.m.