Sgt. Dennis Vaccaro Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Sponsored by the West Long Branch Recreation Committee

May 27th, 2024
8AM Check In
8:30AM Free Kids Dash
9AM 5K Start - Rain or Shine
West Long Branch Community Center
116 Locust Ave.
West Long Branch, NJ 07764

Sgt. Dennis Vaccaro, a beloved husband, brother, son, friend, and military veteran who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in the summer of 2023. Despite sustaining fatal injuries, Dennis was kept on life support for organ donation, embodying his legacy of selflessness and saving lives. Known for his positivity, outgoing nature, and adventurous spirit, Dennis had a profound impact on everyone he encountered. As a United States Army Sgt. and Combat Medic, he served for five years, including a deployment in Afghanistan, where his Army comrades admired his unique charisma, humor, and unwavering reliability.