MarIen Kenneth Vincent
Passed away peacefuIIy surrounded by the Iove of his famiIy at home in Seaforth, at the age of 80 on Saturday, January 14, 2012, in the evening. He was born JuIy 18, 1931 in Brant County. DearIy Ioved husband of Jane Vincent (Dance) for 57 years. Ioving father of Bryan and his wife lynda (Feagan) of Seaforth, lynda and her husband Brian Ruston of Sarnia and Barry and his wife Brenna (Wein) of Seaforth. Cherished grandpa to Brent, JuIie, BradIey, Deana, Janeen, Adam and Alex. Dear brother to Warren Vincent and his wife Iaura of Ayr; brother-in-Iaw to Don Dance and his wife ShirIey of Ayr and Doug Dance and his wife CaroIe of Paris. Predeceased by his daughter Karen; and parents IesIie and FIora (BaII) Vincent.
MarIen Iived in Ayr working as owner/manager of Vincent Farm Equipment then moved to Seaforth in 1968 when he and Warren purchased the farm deaIership owned by John Bach. He was activeIy invoIved in the community and his memberships incIude: Iions CIubs InternationaI, Shriners InternationaI and BIuewater Shrine CIub, Barbershop Harmony Society, The Grand Iodge – A.F. and A.M. of Canada, Brittania Iodge #170, Ayr Iodge #172, 50 years a freemason and Canada East Equipment DeaIers Association. He was a member of Northside United Church in the choir and invoIved in the Seaforth Community HospitaI Board and Foundation. He and Jane enjoyed a Iot of travelling and Ioved woodworking, Iandscaping, gardening and aIways had projects on the go. He Ioved singing and aIong with the church choir was a Charter member of the Seaforth Harmony Kings as well as singing with quartets and choirs whiIe in FIorida.
Visitation wiII be heId on Monday, January 16th from 7-9 p.m. (Iions Service 6 p.m. Monday) and Tuesday, January 17th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (Masonic Service 6 p.m. Tuesday) at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390. Visitation wiII continue on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 from 10-10:45 a.m. at Northside United Church, 54 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, foIIowed by a funeraI service to ceIebrate MarIens Iife at 11 a.m. with Pastor Mary FIetcher officiating. Spring interment to take pIace at MaitIandbank Cemetery in Seaforth.
In Iieu of fIowers, donations are appreciated to the Seaforth HospitaI Foundation, Seaforth Iions Park and PooI, Cancer Research Society or the charity of your choice.
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J.R. Digger MacDougall, Chair & CEO Sing Canada Harmony
It was with sadness we learned of Marlen&&single&&s passing. Marlen was a supporter of Barbershop Harmony and youth. He believed in the values of Sing Canada Harmony and believed that we could build a better Canada through singing. He will be missed by the leaders and members of Ontario District with whom he shared his leadership and experience.
May God grant the soaul of Marlen Vincent eternal rest.
A donation has been made to Sing Canada Harmony to honour the name Marlen Vincent and his name will appear in the In Memoriam column of the e&&single&&Newsletter of Sing Canada.
We wish the family comfort and peace at this time and in the years ahead as we give thanks for the life of Marlen Kenneth Vincent and his contribution to the Barbershop Harmony art form.
Rob Tetu and Cora de Vries
Cora and I would like to extend our condolences on Marlen&&single&&s passing. We are presently in Merida, Mexico and read about it in the online Expositor.
Marlen was a huge asset to his community and will be sorely missed. We hope that warm memories of happy times together will help to see the family through their time of loss.
Sincerely
Rob and Cora
Jim and Julie Mann
To Jane and the family:
Jim and I were very sad to hear of Marlen&&single&&s death. We will always remember his good humor and positive attitude in all he undertook. We will miss him down here in Florida and will always remember the good times spent at the Lake.
He was a true gentleman and so very proud of his whole family. We will always fondly remember him.
Jane…stay strong…and let us know when you come back to Florida. Jim &&single&&n Julie
Denise and Rob Haines
Dear Jane, Bryan, Lynda, Barry and Families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the community as you mourn the loss of Marlen. He was a remarkable man who blessed the lives of so many people. May God&&single&&s love wrap around your family and help you through this time of sorrow and leave you with wonderful memories of Marlen.
Tracy (Bosman) McLennan
Jane, Bryan, Lynda, Barry, Warren and Families,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Marlen. Seaforth has lost another great man as he was instrumental within the community. I have great memories of working at Vincents as a student and will remember him with a smile on his face and enjoying giving my mother a hard time at the front desk. May the love and support of your family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Tracy
Barb and Dave Black
Jane Bryan and Family, Our heartfelt condolences on your loss. We have many fond memories of our days with Marlin and your family at ORFEDA events.
Paul and Patti Prentice
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Vincent family. The pictures on Facebook are such a beautiful tribute to your Dad, Barry. Such wonderful memories of a very special Gentleman. He looks so proud and happy in all the photos.
All the best to you and your family at this sad time. Sincerely, Paul and Patti
Jerry and Alice MacLean
We are sending our deepest sympathy to Jane and all of the family.
Let the love he has already given each of you be a source of strength.
God Bless.
Carolanne Doig
I was so sorry to hear on Sunday morning of Marlen&&single&&s passing. I had watched his grandsons curling on Saturday and I know how difficult it must have been for them to stay focused. I am sure Marlen will continue to cheer the boys on from above. Marlen was a great community person and in any small town people like Marlen are needed. To Jane (who tried to teach me piano) and Lynda, Brian & Barry and families I extend my sincerest sympathy and trust that you will know that our community has benefited greatly from all the contributions of time and energy he gave us over the years. CA
Grant & Cheryl McKenzie
Jane and family,
Cheryl and I were shocked to learn on the Maple Leaf park channel this evening of Marlen&&single&&s death. We remember Marlen as a happy, friendly, vocally gifted Barbershopper and MLE choir member and a true gentleman. We have missed you both since arriving at MLE in November. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you begin your journey through grief. May your memories of Marlen be for a Blessing. Knowing Mary Fletcher personally we are confident she will be a great support to you during this time.
Cheryl & Grant McKenzie
Cathy, Gordon, John, Jane, Heather, and families
Dear Jane, Barry, Bryan, Lynda and families,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Marlen&&single&&s passing. We have very fond memories of Marlen and the Vincent clan. In our youth many road trips were taken to either Seaforth or Ayr from London to visit our Vincent connection.
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time but know that you all will have wonderful memories to cherish.
Jim and Elaine Floyd
Our deepest condolences to Brian and Linda as well as all of Marlen&&single&&s family. We know Marlen will be missed by all of you, as well as the whole community.
Bob & Marg Percival
Marlen Vincent Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I(Bob) will miss the chit chat we had at the Seaforth yearly trout derby and we will miss the freindly , warm smile when we met at D.& M. Barrie get togethers
Bob & Sharon Pavkeje
Bryan & Lynda and family,
We are sorry to read of your Dad&&single&&s passing. He has left a great legacy in the community and with your family. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Pat and Tammy Pinnoy
Jane, Bryan, Barry and family
So sorry to hear such news. Marlen represented what a true gentleman was. He included everyone around him and was always happy to see you..his enthusiasm would shine through. I always remember him as a happy fellow with a smile. May you smile as you remember all the joy he spread. Our sincerest condolences….
Tom and Marilyn Morawetz
Dear Jane and family, and to Warren and Laura as well. We are saddened by the news of Marlen&&single&&s passing. So many wonderful memories come to mind of meetings and social events through the ORFEDA (CEEDA) family. Our hope for you is that your many memories help you come to terms with your loss and keep Marlen&&single&&s wonderful and warm spirit alive in your hearts….perhaps even while tapping your toes to the beat of one of his favourite tunes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerest condolences – Tom and Marilyn
Karen Leslie
Barry, Brenna and family, my sincere sympathy to all of you at this time. The pictures you have posted on Facebook Barry show a fun loving husband, father and grandfather and I am sure you will all miss him greatly. His memory will live on in your memories and those who will share with you these next few days. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
David and Nancy Ross
Bryan and Barry, So very sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great man that has influenced the lives of many people in his time, myself included. I just received word while traveling, and wont be able to get the funeral, but will certainly have all of you on my mind over the next few days. Take care and we will talk soon. David
Ben DaPonte
Sincerest condolences for your loss.
Our family&&single&&s thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time…
Fill not your hearts with sorrow, but remember him in every tomorrow…
Jim and Mary Lou Hyde
We send our sincere sympathies to the family. I had some wonderful and fun conversations with Marlen and I will miss those. May you take some comfort in knowing that everyone will have only very fond memories of him. We are down south so are unable to attend his service, but our thoughts will be with you. Jim and Mary Lou Hyde
Ken and Helma Wright
So sorry to hear of Marlen”s passing.We have great memories of him when we were on the farm.He will be missed! Our Prayers go out to your families.
Don & Betty Buck
Dear Jane
When i think of growing up in Ayr with Marlen and you,Iremember many good times both at school and in lodge.Our sympathy is with you and your family at this time.
Lynn McRuer
Hello Jane and family. I was sorry to hear of Marlen&&single&&s death. Losing a spouse and a father is never gentle. I remember Marlen singing with Dad (Gordon) and Ian McRae and Hughie Maus. Great vests for outfits and wonderful 4 part men&&single&&s voices. I imagine them now serenading the angels (possibly accompanied by my sister Heather). I also remember visiting you all and swimming at the public pool in Seaforth. May God be with you all.
Keith Murray
We would like to extend our sympathies and condolences to the entire family.
Glenn & Grace Hodgins
Bryan & Family:
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Cherish the memories.
Glenn & Grace Hodgins
(in Florida)
Ray & Sandy Gilmore
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you at this time of loss.
We have many fond memories of our time with you both in ORFEDA.
J. R. Digger MacDougall
Nancy and I were deeply saddened to learn of Marlens passing. We extend to the Vincent family and all Marlen&&single&&s Chorus members and friends our sincere condolences. May God grant his soul eternal rest.
I have made a memorial donation to Sing Canada to honour Marlen and his contribution to Barbershop and Ontario District.
We am at the Barbershop Mid Winter Convention in Arizona and will not be able to attend Service for Marlen
Best wishes for peace and comfort to all family members and friends.
Digger and Nancy
Eleanor Horst
Dear Jane,
I am so sorry to hear of Marlen&&single&&s passing. I share your sorrow. Arthur passed away yesterday. God bless you.
Eleanor Horst
Peter and Betty Habgood
Our thoughts are with you Jane and the family.
We will miss Marlen across the road at Maple Leaf.
Bill Murray
Very sorry to hear of the Marlin&&single&&s passing. I will miss
him every June at the Lions Elimination Draw. Marlin booked
my band for many years. He was a true gentelman.
Bill Murray ( Moonliters)
Cindy,Gregory and Rebecca Rogers
Our sympathy to all of the VIncent family at this time.
Don and Wanda Richards
Our condolences to you Jane and your family.Sorry Don and I
can&&single&&t be there as Don has not been well . You are in our
thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Buchanan Family
We are all saddened to hear of the passing of Marlen. ORFEDA conventions and visits will always be with us. The Buchanan families extend our condlence and prayers at this time to all the Vincent Family. God Bless you all! Larry Buchanan
Janice (Murray) and Peter Kyle and family
Jane, Bryan, Linda, Barry, and the Dance and Vincent families: We had hoped to make it to visitation tonight but the weather and the distance kept us at home. Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers since we first heard of Marlen&&single&&s illness from Dave, Karen, Rick and Kathy. I have many memories of growing up in Seaforth and the Vincent family was definitely a part of it. From being friends with Barry in high school, Bryan throughout Junior Farmers and of course going to Vincent Farm Equipment with my dad. Since I moved to Ayr to make my home, whenever I saw Marlen we had great conversations. He would fill me in on Seaforth and I would fill him in on Ayr. A unique crossing of our lives. The last memory I have of him is a great one. He was at the Ayr arena with the Masons at the Grand Opening in September being proud. I had the opportunity to seat the special guests and he was one of them. Our sympathy to all of you.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ann
Shirley McLean (Nolan)
On behalf of the Nolan family we express our sincere sympathy with Marlen&&single&&s passing. Our Dad Dennis worked for many years at Vincent Farm Equipment. We are thinking of you Jane and all your family at this sad time. Shirley McLean(Nolan)
Dick & Shirley Robinson
We&&single&&re sorry to hear about Marlen. You are in our thoughts. Sorry we didn&&single&&t make it the visitation. Dick is working out in Sask but sends his condolences. During Jr. Farmer&&single&&s days many good times were spent at the Vincent pool! Take care of each other.
Ray & Tracy Lamont & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Pat, Cathy (McGavin), Brent, Alex and Shayna Melady
Sincere sympathy is extended to all of the Vincent family during this difficult time.
David Rimmer and family
Jane, Bryan, Lynda and Barry,
I was very sorry to receive the news of Marlen&&single&&s passing. Our condolences go to all you and your families.
Marlen was a classic Patriarch to not only his family but also the community. His many contributions made Seaforth a better place and will live on as a testament to his life fully lived and enjoyed.
We will be thinking about him and you in the next days and weeks as you work together through this.
David, Kari, Meredith and Abbey Rimmer
Bill & Connie Devereaux & family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this tough time.
Bill & Connie Devereaux & family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this tough time.
michele murray
sincere condolances to all the family of Marlen. I knew him from the time I was a very small kid. He was a very valuable member of the community and will surely be missed. Bless you all
Tom Williscraft
Deepest condolences to all of the Vincent family on your loss. I will always have great memories of Marlen coming in to the Expositor to push us on doing more for the community and of course to book the ads to promote the shows for his singing group. He always had the communities best interest at heart. Just a wonderful man that will be missed by many!
Devon and Angela Sanderson
Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time. With our deepest sympathy.
Steve & Tracey Eckert and Family
Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Kim Steep
My deepest sympathy goes to the Vincent family. I hope your memories bring you comfort and will always be with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Kim Steep
Garry Willsie
Sincere condolences to all the family Marlen always had a friendly helpful attitude that was a pleasure to know. He will be very much missed
Joe and Debbie Seili
Our heartfelt sympathy to all the Vincent family. Seaforth has lost a valuable member in so many ways. Marlen always had a friendly smile and positive attitude . He liked to share his ideas about moving forward in his community.
Liz Cardno
I have a heavy heart sending my condolences to you and your family, Jane. Marlen had become a wonderful support person through the troublesome time with Ken&&single&&s Dementia. There wasn&&single&&t a week that went by, that Marlen didn&&single&&t come into the store to see how things where going. He has always been a wonderful person and I know that you and your family will miss him terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and just hold onto those wonderful memories. They are so precious.
Bill & Marlene Holman
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Marlen will be greatly missed.
Dr Dan Eickmeier
Every patient touches you in some way but the class and dignity that Marlen showed when facing his own death will stick with me for a long time. He liked to challenge me in the office sometimes but that is a good thing for a patient to do. I always enjoyed when I would see him and Jane as they both always had a smile and a laugh that was easily shared.
Colleen & Mike Cyr
Dear; Barry, Bryan and the entire family of Marlen Vincent.
We give our deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time. In the short time i got to know Marlen, He had such a keen drive and pep. He will be greatly missed by many.
Our sympathy;
Colleen & Mike Cyr
Glen and |Deb Haney and Family
Brian, Linda and all the Vincent Family
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Marlen had a contagious smile and a heart based on his community. Sorry Glen and Deb away in the south and unable to share your sorrow. God Bless you all.
Bruce and Sharon Wilbee
The Vincent Family
Very sorry to receive the sad news when we arrived south of Marlen&&single&&s
passing.We have many great memories of the family,from careing for Bryan Lynda and Barry when Marlen and Jane were on trips,helping at community events,and working for Marlen at the dealership.Many of
Marlen&&single&&s ways have helped us at our own business today.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Sincerely Bruce and Sharon Wilbee
Ken "Jiggs" & Marilyn McDonald
We are so deeply sorry for your loss, Jane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family at this time. Marlen was a role model for an entire generation of Ayr&&single&&s youth and I deem myself so fortunate to have been in that group. He touched more lives than you can ever imagine. Rest in peace, Marlen.
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
Barry & Brenna,
Sorry to read of you loss. Marlen sounds like a very active person which seems to be a “Vincent” trait. Wishing you peace and comfort in your time of loss.
Bob Weagant
We are all saddened to hear of the passing of Marlen. The memories of past deals, conventions and visits wll always be with us.
The Weagant Families and the staff of Weagant Farm Supplies extend our condlence.
Bob Weagant
Brian Oldridge and Family
We were very sorry to hear the news. my Father and I enjoyed our talks with Marlen whenever we visited Vincent Farm Equipment. Marlen was well Admired. Our thoughts and Prayers are with Bryan, Barry and the entire Family.
Val Mallough & Dale Baechler & Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Aunt Lois & Aunt Joyce & Families
Bryan, Lynda & Family,
Thinking of you and sending our sincere sympathy.
Sandra Hern
Dear Bryan and Barry and all of your family,
I was so saddened to learn this morning about the loss of your dear Dad. He had a “larger than life” wonderful reputation for his love of work, community,singing,friends and most importantly his family. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him, and you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Ruth Hobley
Dear Jane and family, I was so sorry to hear that Marlin passed away.
Just yesterday I sent a “thinking of you” card. I can not be with you at this sad time. Please accept my sympathy.
Ruth Hobley
Gordon & Pamela Bagnall
Both Gordon and I are very sorry to hear of Marlen&&single&&s passing. We will be thinking of the family and praying for them.
Gordon & Pamela Bagnall
Betty Glew and Family
To The Vincent Family Please accept our sympathy at the loss of your husband and father.It is very hard to lose some one you love but with the help from friends and family it will help ease the pain of your loss.Seaforth was very fortunate to have Marlen working for its betterment.He will be missed by all.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may God keep you in His Hands.
John & Arlene Stuart
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We have fond memories of the years past with the Vincent family.
Remember that memories bring smiles to your hearts.
Jane (Papple) Kuepfer
Dear Jane and your whole family – you are certainly in my thoughts and prayers today. I have always appreciated Marlen and all of you, growing up in Seaforth and during the time we were back for awhile. He was always a great encourager and will be missed in many places. May you know you are held in the strong, gentle arms of God as you adjust to life here without him.
Tracy and Greg Emmerton, Christina and Carly
Dear Jane, Barry, Bryan, Lynda and families,
You are all in our hearts and prayers. Marlen was a wonderful man. He had so many great ideas and always a plan designed to make these ideas a reality. He brought smiles to our faces and offered so many words of encouragement to Christina and Carly whether it be a discusion about music or him telling them that no matter what they wanted to be in the furure, their dreams could all come true with commitment and hard work. He will truly be missed.