Robert Verne Vincent of Williston (formally Essex Junction), passed away peacefully following an injury on December 3rd, 2023 at the age of 94. He was born on September 17th, 1929 to Earl and Gladys Vincent in Berlin and was the oldest son of 4 children. Bob will be missed dearly by all those he knew him for his commitment and loyalty to his family, friends and church.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Marilyn Booth Vincent who was the love of his life since high school. Their daughter Lynn Reynolds and husband George of Essex, their daughter in law Pam Vincent of Canandaigua NY, Brother in law and Sister in law John Booth and Carol of Essex. He leaves his grandchildren, Danny McCaffrey and Michael of Essex, Eric Palmer and Lisa of Waitsfield, Jeffrey Vincent and Sydney of Bauxite, Arkansas, and Jeanne Canough and Jonny of Canandaigua NY. And his great grandchildren, Daniel, Avery, Jacob, Macey, Issac, Mason J, Mason R, Carson, Alexander, Cooper, Ila, and Clara, the 13th is on the way. Also included is Darren Reynolds and Heather Crowley "Matt". His niece, Ellen Booth and Joyce of Essex and nephew John Booth and Kirsten and great niece Amelia. His remaining sibling, Raymond Vincent and Florence of NY.

He is predeceased by his parents and two siblings, Richard Vincent and Ruth Ross, and son in law, Dan Palmer.

Bob graduated from the Burlington Business School and went to work for General foods until he took a job with IBM that lasted for 23 years until he retired to work in Marilyn's family yarn shop located in Essex Junction for 13 years. During his work and retirement years he took up cross stitch and created many beautiful samplers all the while being colorblind and only seeing the color yellow. He was also deeply involved in the Essex First Congregational Church where his father was the minister in his earlier years. Being the longest living active member of the church he also volunteered his time for various church activities including Superintendent of Sunday school and Treasurer for many years . He volunteered his service in the community as a member of the cemetery commission, serving as President and sales agent for a number of years. During that time he oversaw most burials ensuring the dignity and respect these events deserved. Until their move into independent living, he would walk to church most Sundays in a suit. He was also recognized as a WCAX Super Senior for his dedication to his church community in 2019.

Bob also grew up being a Boy Scout with his father as his leader. This started his love of camping that grew over the years from being in a tent to driving large motorhomes around to various Holiday Rambler rallies or at Lone Pine Campground. This was an activity that he enjoyed with his family and eventually his grandchildren.

The family wishes to acknowledge UVMMC and McClure Miller Respite house for their care of Bob and his family during his last week.