E.J. Vincent
E.J. Vincent, 92, of Orange, died Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Christus Southeast Texas-St. Elizabeth, Beaumont. He was born on July 10, 1931, to Noemie Hebert Vincent and Otis Vincent, Sr., in Rayne, Louisiana, and was a United States Army veteran.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Angie Vincent; children, John Vincent and his wife, Jennifer, of Victoria; Karen Llewellyn of Orange; Paula Jeffcote and her husband, Ron, of Spring; Michael Vincent and his partner, Bryan, of Beaumont; Jim Vincent and his wife, Martha, of Cypress; Angie Bonnin and her husband, Tim, of Beaumont; and Steven Vincent and his wife, Katy, of Tomball; twenty-four grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and sister, Nona LeGros of Beaumont.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Otis, Jr., Percy, and Emery Vincent; sisters, Renola Foreman and Marie Hebert; and great-grandson, Aurelius Vincent Ortiz Romo.
E.J. was a faith filled man who loved his wife and all of his family immensely. He was not only loved and adored by his family, but also by everyone who knew him. He was a special blessing on this earth, spreading happiness, joy, love, and laughter with his great big hugs he gave so freely. He truly left this world a better place.
A private family service was held under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A public celebration of Mr. Vincent’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10306.
What a wonderful blessing Uncle EJ’s life is and remains to be for each and every one of us he has touched. I have so many fond memories of the time we all spent together growing up. As we celebrate and honor his life please know of our continued prayers for God’s blessing and peace to all of you at this time!
I’ve always heard the expression, the ‘greater the love, the deeper the grief’. Not only have I heard it, I now see it, feel it, and know it.
My gratitude to you and your forever bride for a beautiful childhood memory, 67 years ago, when I was one of two flower girls in your wedding. It left an indelible mark on an eight year old child’s heart. 💕
Love and prayers to his beautiful family. His legacy is incredible.
To Angie and all the Vincent family, E.J. as one of the founders of St. Francis of Assisi in Orange, is missed by many. His legacy is fruitful. I believe God has welcomed him as a good and faithful servant. I miss seeing all of you. May God richly bless you and may his soul rest in the love and peace of God!
Holy Mary mother of God, pray for us!
A more loving and respectful father-in-law cannot be found. Sunsets on Earth are sunrises in heaven!
What a wonderful example of a Christian father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He and his sweet wife Angie have been a blessing to so many. It was a privilege to have known him, and a joy to experience his warm smile and sincere, infectious laughter. An excellent life well lived! Love to the entire “Vincent clan.”
You are all a a testament to your loving father and mother. My heart hurts for your loss and rejoices for EJ’s gain!
From all of us at Tomball Retirement, we send our deepest condolences to the entire Vincent family. To be chosen to walk alongside our maker is the highest reward. May you all find peace.
My sincere condolences to the entire Vincent family. EJ truly did make our world a much better place. The unselfish, love and kindness that he showed to everyone is unmatched and, was such a blessing.
All my love and sympathy to the entire Vincent and Bonnin Family.. EJ was a wonderful kind and caring man and will be missed by me and many others…
We have lost a good man who I was blessed to have known since 1987. My prayers and thoughts goes out to the Vincent family. May EJ rest in peace and may the Lord in His Divine love and mercy comfort and console the Vincent family during this time of grief and sorrow.
Rev. Fr. David Edwards
E. J. was such a blessing to me when he helped out with the ushering at St. Francis. He was truly a friend that I looked forward to seeing each and every time. He always gave me a big old hug. Angie you and your family will be in my and Ann’s prayers.
To the Vincent family – my deepest regrets for the loss of such an admirable man, your husband, Dad, Grand Dad, Great Grand Dad, etc. He was such a good man. My heart aches at the thought of his leaving, but am so happy that he is now in God’s loving embrace. My love and prayers to all.
Jane Bonnin Jeanis