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Mar 14th, 1936 - Nov 30th, 2020Funeral Ceremony: 2 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Oskaloosa Cemetery
Visitation: 12 noon until 2 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home
Thomas “Tom” Avery Vincent, age 84, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana.
He was born March 14, 1936, in Iola, the son of Alfred William and Bessie (Broom) Vincent. He was united in marriage to Margaret Rose Anderson on June 5, 1955, in Kinmundy, Illinois, and together they shared 57 years of marriage until her death October 7, 2012.
Tom proudly served in the U.S. Army. He worked for Knapp Oil Company as a fuel transport driver for 36 years, farmed part time with his brother-in-law and father-in-law, and later drove a school bus for Linder Bus Service for several years. In the past he had served on the Songer Township Board, the County Board, and as a Precinct Committeeman. He was a member of Meacham Baptist Church. Tom loved traveling, enjoyed his garden, especially his tomatoes, and his mornings visiting at Knapp’s. He loved his family dearly and always kept up on his grandkids and what was going on in their lives.
He is survived by his children: Rick (Connie) Vincent of Iuka, Randy (Valerie) Vincent of Xenia, and Lisa (Vernon) Quandt of Iuka; grandchildren: Derick (Becky) Vincent of Iuka, Tyler (Angela) Vincent of Salem, Kyleigh Vincent of Newburgh, Indiana, Becca (Logan) Hertenstein of Flora, Brandon (Bethany) Quandt of Iuka, Briana Quandt of Chicago, and Lacey Quandt of Iuka; great-grandchildren: Riley, Regan, Max, Will, Annie, Ellie, Amelia, Otto, and Elias; a brother: Frank Vincent of Montverde, Florida; sister-in-law: Virginia (Eddie) Lamb of Xenia; and special friend: Carolyn McDonald of Olney.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and siblings: William Alfred and Betty.
A funeral ceremony will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Oskaloosa Cemetery with the presentation of military funeral honors. Visitation will be 12 noon until time of service on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Meacham Baptist Church and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Have known Tom for many years and always thought he was a very nice and good person, know his family and friends will miss him and am very sorry for their loss. God's comfort and blessings to you all.
I worked for Knapps and waited on Tom for many years. He was a kind man. So sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort at this time.
So sorry for your loss!
Sending our Sympathy to Lisa& Vernon Quandt & Family, all of the Vincent Families, Tom has been a Friend of mine many years, I was born in Iola too, we enjoyed Friendship with the Vincent Family for many years , Blessings Judy
Randy and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Sympathy is extended to Tom's Family and Friends. Sorry for Your Loss.
We are sorry for your loss. He leaves behind a wonderful family, which will be his living legacy.
Prayers so sorry for your loss
We are so very sorry for the loss of your father Rick, Randy and Lisa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Connie, our thoughts and prayers are with you . Sorry for your loss of a loved one.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for all the family.
Went on several trips with Tom as a group!! He was a really nice man!! He will certainly be missed! The Heavens regained a Special Angel!!God Bless you Tom on this ultimate journey! RIP
So sorry to hear about Tom passing. So enjoyed working with him at Knapp's. My condolences.
So very sorry for your loss ..prayers
Rick,Randy,Lisa,so sorry for your loss.Tom was a good man,he always had a smile .Lots of memories with the Anderson and Ruckman get together.He will always be remembered.
Tom always treated me good. Sorry for your loss.
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