Jerome R. "Jerry" Vincent
September 23, 1943 ~ July 14, 2014
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Jerome Richard "Jerry" Vincent, 70, died Monday, July 14, 2014, at St. Joseph Campus, Mission Hospital of biliary/liver cancer.
Jerry was born in Asheville to Francis T. and Mary Calnen Vincent and raised in Swannanoa. He was a graduate of Asheville Catholic High School and Belmont Abbey College, and was the former co-owner of Hutton-Vincent, Williamson, McLean Insurance Agency.
He was an active member of the Parish of St. Eugene and a member of the Country Club of Asheville and the Men's Golf Association. Jerry was a member and past president of The Asheville Breakfast Rotary, and board member of Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
Jerry's business career included 21 years with Aetna Life and Casualty. He was co-owner of Hutton-Vincent, Williamson, McLean Insurance Agency, and Regional Vice-President of Bankers Insurance. Jerry had earned his designation as a Certified Property and Casualty Underwriter and Certified Insurance Counselor and was on the Advisory Board of several insurance companies.
Besides his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald F. Vincent and John J. Vincent.
His family includes his wife of 47 years, Patrice Sullivan Vincent; daughters, Maureen Freeman and husband Tony and Kathleen Kitt and husband Scott; sons, William Vincent and wife Kiera and Christopher Vincent and wife Katharine; eleven grandchildren, Zoe, Sydney, Elsa, Lila, Liam, Scarlett, Julia, Alexander, Colin, Joseph and Gavin; and two sisters, Marilyn V. Browne and husband Fleming and Eileen V. Plaut; and sister-in-law, Theresa Vincent of Wilson, NC.
There will be a rosary and reception for friends and family for Jerry Wednesday, July 16, 6:00 p.m. at St. Eugene Church. All are welcome.
A Mass of Celebration will be officiated by the Rev. Fr. Patrick Cahill and the Rev. Mr. Michael Zbyovski at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at St. Eugene's Catholic Church. All are welcome. Interment will follow at Lewis Memorial Park.
Jerry was a devoted and fabulous husband, father, granddaddy, brother, uncle and friend.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parish of St. Eugene Building Fund, 72 Culvern Street, Asheville, NC 28804, or to Habitat for Humanity, 33 Meadow Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Jerry was a fine man with a big, caring heart. I’ll miss his friendship and his mentoring. God Bless him, Patrice, and the entire extended family.
Mike Adams
We have all lost a dear friend, he will always be in my fondest memories.
Jerry was one of the greatest people that I had the privilege to call my friend…we had a lot of great times and memories together…I will never forget his kindness and friendship….Patrice and all of the family you have lost a great one and only time will help with the pain of your loss.. He spoke quite often of all of his family and how much he was looking forward to Disney….God bless and we have lost a great one today……Stuart and Michelle Smith
I will always remember Jerry for his kindness and friendship toward a lonely foreign student at Belmont Abbey College. I later had the privilege of being his roomate. My wife and I had the blessing of having dinner with Jerry and Patrice in Hawaii during their trip. Knowing the man that he was, we know that Jerry is now in the presence of our Lord. Our prayers for God’s comfort. love, and peace, go out to Patrice and the family. Aloha ke Akua !!!!
Patrice, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Patrice, I am so sorry. My sympathy to you and all your wonderful family.
Judy Keegan
I don’t have the words to say except I only knew Jerry for a short while when I worked for him. He is really missed in this life. I want to express my sorrow to his family and friends and other co-workers for his illness but I’m happy that is to be no longer. He is in a much better place and we can rejoice that we will see him again!
On behalf of the staff and friends at IMOCO, Inc., we offer our heartfelt thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy to Jerry’s family. We are so very sorry for your loss. He was a fine man!
Patrice and family-Gail and I are so sorry for your loss. What a special person, all who knew him recognized his integrity, heart and total class! It is a huge loss to all. May God comfort and strengthen you all! Be thankful for the quality human being he was and legacy he left. Tedd & Gail Smith
Chris and your family: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. May God’s love, comfort and assurance be with you this day and the days to come.
Grace and peace,
Rev. Dianne Hall
Chaplain
Habitat for Humanity International
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Jerry and I served on the Parrish Council together at St. Eugene, and I always admired his good nature and his caring manner. He made a positive impact during his life and he will be missed.
Jerry was never negative, always positive. My day was always brighter when I met him. The planet is a poorer place for sure.
Patrice & family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to have had the opportunity and privilege of working for Jerry, this kind southern gentleman, whose encouragement, support and guidance greatly impacted by life. His love and devotion to his wife, children and grandchildren is an inspiration. My heart is heavy with grief as you go through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Vicki Brouwer
Scott, Kathleen and family ~
My heart goes out to each of you in your loss. Jerry was such a fine man and I always enjoyed working with him when he would come out to the office to quote our insurance. I was stunned this morning to read of his passing.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this time of sorrow and grief. I walked this same road 11.5 years ago, so I can relate to what you are going thru.
May God bless, comfort and strengthen each of you!
Alton
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! I had the pleasure and privilege to work for Jerry at the insurance agency. He was a great leader for all of us. He always had a smile on his face. Oh, and his laugh! You couldn’t help but smile when you heard Jerry laughing in his office or in the conference room! So contagious! He will be so missed.
Jerry was a class act in every respect. I first met him in 1968 when we worked for Aetna. How fortunate I was to have Jerry show me the ropes and explain how things were done. He spoke often of his family. Patrice, I know that you can take some comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many people whose lives were touched by Jerry in one way or another. God bless you and your family.
Patrice, I was stunned when I read Jerry’s obituary yesterday. I always thought of him as such a strong and vibrant man. I was only fortunate enough to work with him for about 2 years, but during that time I got to know him as such a kind caring man with so much love for his family. He will be so missed, the world is a much sadder place without him.
Patrice, I was just informed of the loss of Jerry this week. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious husband. I will always remember his smile, kindness, consideration of others and the integrity that he lived by. May God bless you and your family during your time of grief and celebration of his life.
Joy Bailey
Deepest Condolences to all of Jerrys family. He was such a joy filled person and will be deeply missed.
Billy Warlick
Lauretta Warlick
I did not know Jerry, but he was obviously a fine man and highly regarded in our community. It should be noted that he was mentioned fondly in Pat Conroy’s book; ‘My Losing Season’ on pages 53 & 54. ‘Though we had beaten Asheville Catholic twice during the regular season, both games had been closely contested, and their point guard, Jerry Vincent, was one of the best players in the league’.
As an Asheville Catholic alum I will say … rest in peace.
Patrice,we are so sorry to hear about Jerry. A real professional in every way. I remember our days at Aetna in the claims department. He taught me a lot, We had some good times after we joined the agency ranks on trips with you both. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Patrice and family,
Ernie and I were out of town this week, so we
are just learning of Jerry’s passing. He was an incredible man, faithful husband and devoted dad/grandfather. We always loved it when Jerry spoke at St. Eugene’s, his warmth and caring voice brought us comfort. Our hearts go out to all of you with our deepest sympathy. With love and prayers – Ernie, Becky, Kate and Meggie Lasher
I just recently learned of Jerry’s passing. I have known Jerry in the business world for many years now. He was a great and kind man. He will be missed. My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. Vicki Stines
Patrice,
I just found out about Jerry’s passing and I am so sorry. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. I thought of Jerry so often, especially as I watched the Masters every year. He was a wonderful person and,while in Rochester, we became good friends. My very best to you. John Linfoot
Patrice,
I just found out about Jerry’s passing and I am so sorry. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. I thought of Jerry so often, especially as I watched the Masters every year. He was a wonderful person and,while in Rochester, we became good friends. My very best to you. John Linfoot