Obituary of Robert Lewis Vincent

Robert L. Vincent, born in Pleasant Hill, South Carolina, died December 9, 2014, in Florence, Colorado, after a long declining illness. He is survived by his wife, Mary Vincent; two sons, David Vincent and John (Laura) Vincent, grandchildren, Hannah, Timothy and Marlaina, of Newport News, Virginia; one brother, Ralph Vincent of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Lou (Monty) Spooner of Colorado Springs and Gwen Mosley of Lancaster, South Carolina; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Vincent and Lessie Vincent; and sister, Betty Catoe.Robert spent one year in the Navy and nine years in the Army, discharging in 1964. After graduating from college in 1969 he went to work for the Veterans Administration in Downey, Illinois, in the Personnel office. He worked over 25 years for the VA in various hospitals all over the country, retiring in 1994 in San Antonio, Texas. His favorite hobbies were golf and shooting pool. He also liked to play bridge, poker and pinocle, winning several championships over time. His gregarious personality and charming ways endeared him to all who met him. He loved music and was often whistling a tune or humming. He was an accomplished karaoke singer, noted for his rendition of "New York, New York." At one time in his life he taught dancing in the Arthur Murray Dance schools.His greatest desire was to help people. He became a channel of comfort, counsel, and support for his family and friends. We will miss him terribly. Visitation, 7:00-9:00PM, Friday, December 19, 2014, The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs.Memorial Service, 1:00PM, Saturday, December 20, 2014, Cheyenne Mountain Presbyterian Church, 4450 Westmeadow Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado.Graveside Service, 1:15PM, Monday, December 22, 2014, Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association in his memory.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Service Saturday, December 20, 2014 1:00PM Cheyenne Mountain Presbyterian Church 4450 Westmeadow Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Phone: 719-328-1793 Visitation Friday, December 19, 2014 7:00PM - 9:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Service Monday, December 22, 2014 1:15PM Fort Logan National Cemetery 3698 South Sheridan Boulevard Denver, CO 80235 Phone: 303-761-0117