Vincent Lee Musica

Vincent Lee “Vinny” Musica, 72, of Erie, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026 at his residence. He was born October 22, 1953 in Erie, a son of the late Samuel L. and Sue (Meschino) Musica.

He grew up in Little Italy and was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School. Throughout his life, Vinny worked for G.E., A. Duchini, Inc., and Modern Industries.

He had a powerful voice and was an influential founding member as the lead singer of the band, Black Diamond, performing alongside his friends and fellow band members for more than 30 years. He loved singing and performing with a mic, tambourine, or harmonica in hand. Vinny was an avid collector of clocks, Coca-Cola memorabilia, and Buddha figurines, and he took great pride in his beloved toys - his Corvette and motorcycle. With his energetic and warm personality and lively spirit, he always brought comfort, entertainment, charm & humor to those around him. The abundance of love he had for his family and friends was authentic and he was profoundly loved by his family and many friends in return. He will always be loved and forever missed.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Meschino; twin brother, and best friend, Sam Musica, passing just two weeks prior to Vinny; and two sisters, Rose Marie Ballard and JoAnn Heeter.

Surviving are, the love of his life, his wife, MarySue Sabol Musica; two sisters, Janet Hefton and Sandra Roberts (Dean); two step-sons, Chris Marchini (Laura) and Michael Marchini; granddaughter, Maggie Marchini; and brothers-in-law, Tom Sabol (Joyce) and Jim Sabol (Lynne). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends he considered family.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, August 28th at the John R. Orlando Funeral Home, Inc., 2122 Raspberry Street from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service there at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family in care of the John R. Orlando Funeral Home.