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Mr. Vest died on Friday, January 7, 2022 at his residence. He was born December 1, 1944, in Morgan County to Tilmon James Vest and Madge Lorraine Bates Vest. He was employed with Monsanto, as a Maintenance Technician, prior to his retirement. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a member of the Ebenezer Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and pastored for 9 years. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.
He was preceded in death by his parents and Janice Felkins, who was like a daughter to him.
Survivors include
Wife -
Alene Cooper Vest, Falkville, AL
Son -
Bryan Vest, Falkville, AL
Daughter -
Charlotte Vest Robinson (Christopher), Decatur, AL
Brothers -
Vance Vest (Anne)
Billy Vest (Dona)
Six Grandchildren and
Five Great Grandchildren
Pallbearers will be Jacob Vest, Caleb Vest, Blake Eason, Thomas Cooper, Keith Dougherty and Daniel Perry.
Peck Funeral Home
1600 Hwy 31 SW
P.O. Box 427
Hartselle, AL 35640
256.773.2541
256.773.2543 (Fax)
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