William Harry Vincent

William Harry Vincent obituary, Sarasota, FL

William Harry Vincent

William Vincent Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Toale Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory - Colonial Chapel - Sarasota on Jan. 29, 2026.
Mr. Bill put on his angel wings and flew home to his maker January 28, 2026. He was born in East Canton, Ohio, on January 14, 1940.

Mr. Bill was the eighth of nine children born to Robert and Minnie Vincent. He moved to Sarasota in 1956.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Marsha.

Mr. Bill loved God, the Florida Gators, Nascar, country music, and his three kitties. He had a non-profit animal rescue for many years and received citizen of the year by the Florida Veterinary Medical Association. He loved animals and helped and had hundreds of his adult life.

Mr. Bill flew away, leaving this world better than when he came. In memory of Bill, say something nice to a stranger, or treat an animal with kindness.

Mr. Bill was so loved and will be forever missed.

No services are scheduled.

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