Vincent Nadeau Lu

I always found Vinny to be a sweet and passionate guy. We often organized concerts together at Kenyon, and I loved his optimism that we’d fill the room with fans. As Nick mentioned, I too remember his big smile while banging out a bass line. My deepest condolences.

I knew Liz and Vinnie from Sunset Heights where my son, Aleks, went. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. What a heartbreaking loss.

After sitting with this heartbreaking news for two weeks, I feel, above all, grateful to have had Vinnie as a friend in high school, to have so often been the recipient of his generous kindness, and to have had the opportunity to witness his spirit, intelligence, and talent in many contexts: as a musician, a runner, a student, and a thoughtful, warmhearted individual. I cherish my memories of times spent with him. My deepest condolences.

I’m very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolence for the family. I went to college with Vinnie and he gave me a ride from Gambier, Ohio to Boston in November 2007 and showed me around in Boston. It was a fun ride and we talked quite a lot about life. I really cherished the memory.

Shocking and so sad. Liz and Matthew and Juliet must be devastated. Please accept our profound condolences and wishes for some amount joy as you remember Vinny. Peace, Marvin and Joyce MacIntyre

Vinnie’s charisma was infectious. As a schoolmate of his at Groton, I have fond memories of him playing music, laughing, and telling stories. I am deeply saddened by his passing and my thoughts are prayers go out to his loved ones.

Vinnie and I were friends at Groton. I loved watching him play music and was so envious of his immense talent. He was my date to the "prom!" I'm so very saddened by his passing, and I'll be holding his family in my heart during this time of mourning.

Was lucky to sing with Vinnie at Kenyon and enjoy his sweet voice. He was goofy and talented and self-assured. My memories of him are joyful ones. I’m so sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry to hear of Vinnie’s passing. I knew Vinnie fairly well at Groton having done plays with him. His creativity and talent came with both ease and endless energy at the same time. He was always kind to those around him and a joy to share space with creatively. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you are surrounded with love during such a difficult time. My sincerest condolences.

Aunt Liz, Uncle Matt, Juliette, and family, My deepest condolences goes out to your entire family. It’s hard not to try wrapping our brains a hundred times around this reality. I have learned that sadly we will never be able to know the pain and suffering that Vinny endured from this horrible disease. I do know that his smart, kind, loving, and beautiful soul fought like hell for the entirety of his journey. One memory i would like to share and will hold onto forever is Vin being so proud and excited to read an excerpt from his journal that he had written. He opened his heart, showed vulnerability, and left the reader with knowledge and awareness about Mental illness and the impact is has on oneself. The amount of bravery and courage he displayed, will live on forever. Vin will be so proud knowing that he is bringing awareness and education to a topic that is most often swept under the rug in today’s society. For that we need to cherish all the memories and bright light he has brought to each and every one of us. He will truly be missed.

I remember Vinnie's smiling face and the joy and cheer that he brought to the cross country team. Fire Maguire and I were lucky to have coached Vinnie in cross country and to benefit from his outstanding running skills as he helped Groton School to a historic ISL win in 2005. It is hard to believe that someone with Vinnie's disposition can be so affected by mental health issues. My deepest condolences. You and the Groton community have lost a real treasure.

Sweet and kind Vinnie deserved much more from life, yet mental illness seems to claim the most sensitive and beautiful souls. His struggle is over, but for you; Liz, Matt, Juliet and family, we can only pray for the day that memories of him bring joy that outweighs your heartache. Holding you in our hearts, Scott and Norma

Vinny, I love you. Jam sessions on acoustic guitar when we were kids was amazing. You were always a bright and shining light in every room. Whatever pain you were in is ours now, you don’t have to hold it anymore. We love you, and we’ll miss you forever.

I feel very lucky that I got to meet Vinnie, years ago while he was visiting Juliet in the San Francisco Bay area. Bright, sensitive, creative, funny and very kind--I immediately felt at ease with him. I am deeply sorry to hear of his untimely passing; mental illness is something that continues to personally impact my family and I everyday. I sincerely hope that we develop better social systems, and science to prevent it from hurting so many of our loved ones. Juliet has been a close and wonderful friend since our college years, and I hope to support her through this painful time. Vinnie, rest peacefully and may your memory be a blessing. All my love to you, Juliet and the entire family.

Stephen and I were so terribly sad to hear of Vinny's passing. We hope you can find comfort in the love of family and friends around you during this time and know that our memory of his sweet smile will live on.

I am so very sorry for your loss. We lost my Godson/nephew around the same age from that same horrible disease that devastates way too many people.

Juliet and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

I hope you've found peace, sweet Vinnie. Sending your family love and hugs from afar.

We are prepared to loose our parents but not our children. Having lost a son at 27 years old, the pain is so great , only a parent that has lost a child can really understand. My heart is bleeding for you!

Dear Liz, Juliet and family, I am so very sorry-- Vinny was loved by the entire neighborhood. He was an adorable kid and a grew to a very special young man. His smile beamed his friendly nature, his conversations were smart and gentle. Rest in Peace sweet Vinny.

Liz, my dear friend. I am so sorry. I never had the pleasure of knowing Vinny and I’m sure he was amazing. We are in a mental health crisis in this country and something needs to be done. You are in our thoughts and prayers and I know Vinny is at peace wrapped in God’s arms

I met Vinnie, as he was a friend of my son. The few times we met I found him to be a warm, sensitive and genuine person. He was a fine young man. My prayers for Vinnie, his family and all of those mourning this difficult and incomprehensible loss. May he Rest in Peace.

To Vinnie’s mom and dad, Thank you for bringing Vinnie into our lives. My enduring memory is the gigantic smile, as big as the double bass, radiating during Jazz Band concerts. It was a blessing to make music with Vinnie. Devastated to learn how much pain was behind the big smile.

Vinnie, I love you and miss you. You gave me so much fond to remember—long forest runs and cold jumps into the Nashua and hanging out on the schoolhouse roof. I will treasure your good nose for adventure and your great heart and your musical way of talking.

I am so sorry for the loss of your son Vinny. I hope memories of him will bring you some peace in the future. May he rest in peace.

Sending love to you and holding you in my heart. Rest in peace, Vinnie. - Sam and Jeff Sharon

Vinnie was a really, really special person and a dear friend of our son, Rees. Rees is currently out of the country but I know he will be heartsick when he hears of Vinnie’s death. Our thoughts go out to Vinnie’s parents and his dear sister, Juliet. With love and sadness, Mary Ellen Sweeney and Hoyt Taylor

My condolences to the family and prayers for the strength to get through this sad time. May Vinnie Rest In Peace.

We are so sorry to hear this, vinny was a marvelous person! Mental illness is a horrible disease! Sending our thoughts and prayers!

My heart goes out to Vinnie's family. I will always remember him climbing the trees outside of my house in Nashville, and climbing onto the roof. I'll also always remember his pure, honest singing voice. He was like family to me, and Dana and I loved him. We are so sad for all who loved him.

Vinnie was a gentle and sensitive man who fought valiantly. Let us all remember the gifts that he left behind. We will honor the time we had with him.    “ It is not hard looking back at sorrow but at happiness.” Anne Morrow Lindbergh

We are so sorry for the loss of such a special young man. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. Nancy snd John Griffin 🙏🏻❤️

My condolences for your lost of Vinny. While his loss is something that will never be forgotten, I hope over time the memories of happy times spent with him will provide some comfort.

Vinny had the biggest heart. He was a cherished friend, in childhood and as adults. His memory is a blessing.

Deep condolences to you.

In time, we hope your best memories of Vinny replace the grief you are feeling now. You're in our thoughts.

I am so shocked and saddened by the passing of Vinny. My family will never forget him. I will pray for you all.

I am so shocked and sadden for all of you. This hurts beyond words that I can find at this time My family will love him and never ever forget him. Our hearts are broken.

My deepest condolences to Liz, Juliet and the famil. I am so schooled and saddened by this news. I have very found memories of Vincent. My good give the family strength to cope with his loss.

My deepest condolences to his family.

Sorry to hear your loss Juliet, I remembered you shared your brothers struggle with me and it must have been hard for the family members. Hope your family find peace and feel free to talk to me if you need.

I am so shocked and saddened by the news of Vince passing. My deepest condolences.

I am so very sorry at this news, my deepest condolences to his family and friends. I have fond memories of Vinny from Peacock Players. May his memory be a blessing.

So very sorry for your loss of Vinny. He held a special place in the hearts of so many. He will be forever loved and forever missed.

You are a shining star in my heart and it was an honor to have you as my nephew. Love you. AK

Its hard to understand and sometimes love is not enough..I hope you can find peace and understanding in the few years and good times you had together.

Forever in our hearts Vinny. Rest in Peace.