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Albert Baxter Vincent

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Albert Baxter Vincent
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A memorial service for Albert Baxter Vincent, 66, of Beaumont will be held Sunday March 3, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Chapel.

Al passed away peacefully at home in Beaumont, Texas on Monday, February 25th.

He leaves his wife Shawn, his daughters Kate and Anne, his sister Frances, three grandchildren, and nephews Karl and Mark Bowles and nieces Alysoun Marks, Marie Nordgren and Rose Dore.

He was preceded by his parents Albert and Alice Rose Vincent, his wife Lisa, his sister Linda, and his daughter Allison.

Al loved sailing, fishing, canoeing, and building things. He loved teaching, telling stories, and setting an extra place at the table in case someone stopped by.

He woke up every morning excited to see the world and he will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

Condolences

Anonymous March 4, 2013
Al and I grew up in the same neighborhood. We didn't play together often or go to the same schools, but we were always friendly. During our high school years, Al and I both liked cars. Al drove a front-wheel-drive Saab, which was pretty rare in Beaumon##imported-begin##Leo Konz##imported-end##
Anonymous March 4, 2013
I can still feel his character in his warm handshake .##imported-begin##James McLaughlin##imported-end##
Anonymous March 4, 2013
Al was a very good friend in high school and beyond. I remember him above all for his infectious laugh and always gentle kindness. And I admired him for his own special genius. He was always just a little on the edge –crazy smart, willing to try ##imported-begin##Dianne Cantella Konz##imported-end##
Anonymous March 3, 2013
We stood with Al and Shaun at there wedding and he was the best man at ours less than a year later. He was one of my best friends. I'll miss all the great stories I would sit and listen to for hours. All the advise you ever gave me was taken to heart and ##imported-begin##Red Millard##imported-end##
Anonymous March 3, 2013
Al was the only true renaissance man I've ever know. He carried that mantle well. He will be very sorely missed.##imported-begin##Connie##imported-end##
Anonymous March 3, 2013
To Al's family, Al and I went to Longfellow and BHS together. He was a true gentleman and a gentle man.##imported-begin##Paul Horwitz##imported-end##
Anonymous March 2, 2013
Al was in my wedding to Valry Blieden in 1969 in Beaumont. We grew up together and graduated from BHS in 1963. Al was a friend.##imported-begin##Tom Tryer##imported-end##
Anonymous March 2, 2013
Sending sympathy to all of Al's family, especially Kate, Anne, and Fran. He will surely be missed. I believe in the immortality of the soul, and am certain he has moved on to a better place. Connie Cordts Vincent Austin, Al's 1st wife##imported-begin##Connie Cordts Vincent Austin##imported-end##
Anonymous March 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fond memories of times long ago. I think or Al in his football uniform as a team player and good person. We all will miss him at our Reunion. Rest in peace.##imported-begin##Mimi Silverberg Cohen ##imported-end##
Anonymous March 1, 2013
Al blessed my life with true friendship and so many boyhood adventures. May God bless Al and all who hold his memory.##imported-begin##Crockett Camp##imported-end##
Anonymous March 1, 2013
Al was my BHS Baseball "roomie" for the Bryan Texas Tournament during our junior year in 1962. He was a real BHS rocket scientist, talented football guard wearing #65, and attended all our BHS reunions with positive energy. Louise and I visited with Al o##imported-begin##George Wynne##imported-end##
Anonymous March 1, 2013
Al was a first class guy.We built solid state rockets together that would be SERIOUSLY frowned upon today! Those were the days and Al was quietly extraordinary...still hard to think of him being gone.##imported-begin##Jim Love##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Al was a good and old friend, we started school together at Longfellow and remaind friends throgh life. After IKE I had to move back to Beaumont were Al and I would run into one another at HEB,great visits about life. fishing and old friends,always going ##imported-begin##B.B. Young##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Al was a school friend. He was always a kind and fun person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.##imported-begin##Carol Quist##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Played football with Al at BHS. He was a good guy. Sorry to hear of his death and cancer.##imported-begin##Robin McConathy##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
I Remember Al well from our HS football days. He was a class act then as I am sure he was throughout life.##imported-begin##Vic Harvey##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
All is one of the first childhood friends I had. He lived just around the corner and 'the gang' played together often. He was always smiling, gentle and kind. I'm sorry that I lost touch when I moved from Beaumont. Rest in peace my friend....##imported-begin##Judy Sanders Jones##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
R.I.P. Al. I remember you well as a good person while we were in school and know you have been a good man.##imported-begin##Barry Jacobs##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Condolences to Al's family and his many close friends. I've learned more about Al in the last two months than I ever knew from BHS. Handy with his hands; a free spirit with his heart.##imported-begin##Gene McFaddin##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Al – Have a peaceful journey and may the sailing be wonderful. You were a big part of my life. My sympathies to your family and loved ones. Dick##imported-begin##RichardWesley##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Al was a kind man with a generous spirit. In deepest sympathy...##imported-begin##Cynthia Walters##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
I was saddened to hear of Al's death. I have great memories of my kind and gentle friend from high school. His smile and the twinkle in his eye showed that he enjoyed life. Know that others share your grief. May you be blessed with wonderful memories.##imported-begin##Ann Adams Broadway##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
I really never knew you, Al. But I always saw you in high school as a kind gentle person. I liked what I saw as I observed you at school and it was with great respect and admiration. One knew that you would be a peace loving man as well as a loving ma##imported-begin##Annie Ward Jacobs##imported-end##
Anonymous February 28, 2013
Growing up as neighbors while attending Longfellow Elementary School, I remember Al as an outstanding athlete as well as the one who won the contest for recognizing the most sounds when we were tested by the band teacher from the Junior High School. He wa##imported-begin##Joanie Amacker Haley##imported-end##
Anonymous February 27, 2013
Our sincere sympathy to all of Al's family. I will always remember Al's kindness in taking us out on his boat to scatter my Father's ashes at one of his favorite fishing spots. One true fisherman to another. "Fair winds and a following sea" Linda ##imported-begin##Linda Parsel##imported-end##
Anonymous February 27, 2013
To Al's Family, Al and I went through school together and we graduated from BHS in 1963. He was a good school friend. I will always remember Al as being both kind and gentle with a positive outlook on life. He had a winning smile and a wonderful perso##imported-begin##Jimmie Jay Utitz Jackson##imported-end##
Anonymous February 27, 2013
Al & I were high school classmates and involved in sports together. I remember his competitive spirit and laughter. Sending caring thoughts to you and reminding you that God is as close as a prayer.##imported-begin##Fred Morgan##imported-end##
Anonymous February 27, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. Al, Dick Wesley, and I had many fun times camping and canoeing when we were in high school. I will miss him, but will always remember those good times.##imported-begin##Richard DeLaMatyr##imported-end##
Anonymous February 27, 2013
Good bye friend. You will be missed.##imported-begin##Wayne Koehler##imported-end##