Robert Glenn Vinson

Robert was born in Falfurrias, Texas on June 25, 1949, to Fred and Mary Vinson and grew up in Natchez, Mississippi. His childhood was full of adventure and mischief with his cousins and friends. He later joined the U.S. Army and was promoted to captain. Once discharged he pursued a Master's degree in counseling through Southeastern Louisiana University and worked as a chemical dependency counselor until his retirement. He married the love of his life, Debbie Vinson, on October 10, 2002, and resided in East Texas for the last 24 years. In his later years, Robert continued to practice his passion for cooking and grilling and sharing meals with family. He is known as an extraordinary cook, especially his signature gumbo that he always prepared at Christmastime. Robert's love for food is unmatched and he frequently invited others to go dine and try a new restaurant. He was Grandpa Robert or Papa to his grandchildren, and he adored watching them grow up. He loved his dogs, and they lived their best life with endless treats and leftover homecooked meals. They returned the affection with fierce loyalty and were by his side until the end. Robert enjoyed playing military strategy games, watching LSU play football and having a cup of coffee at any time of day. He also enjoyed painting, fishing, and watching movies. Robert's strength and perseverance through many challenges and setbacks was from none other than his personal savior, Jesus. He was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents Mary and Fred Vinson and his cherished wife, Debbie. He is survived by his son Andrew Vinson and wife Danielle, son Timothy Vinson and his wife Jamie, son Matthew Vinson, his step-daughter Wendy Trimble and husband Jason, his step-son Timothy Langston and wife Lindsey, brother Lonnie Vinson, grandchildren Alyssa, Alex, Liam and Chanz Vinson, Samantha Yarbrough and husband Cody, Alexis Grabski and husband Tyler, Madilyn White and husband John, Isabella Trimble, Aubrey, Kinley, and Presley Langston and one great grandchild Charlotte Yarbrough as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The funeral will be held at Tyler Memorial Funeral Home on June 25, 2025, at 11:00 am. Pallbearers include Andrew, Timothy, Matthew, Liam and Gene Vinson and Tim Langston. All friends and family are welcome. There will be a light meal served after the graveside service.