George W. Vinson, Jr., 76, entered his heavenly home after passing away at his residence on September 26, 2013. He was born in St. Augustine, FL to George W. and Nina Cozene Vinson. George served with US Army M.P. in Korea. He joined Local Union 234 in 1959. He was a craftsman and outdoorsman.
Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Lawrence; and son, Gary Scott Vinson, he is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Joan Vinson; daughter, Cheryl Deneen Williams (Raymond); sister, Patricia Snyder (Don); grandchildren, Wade and Rachel; along with several nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
The Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, September 30, 2013 with visitation one hour prior to service in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin. Interment will be in Mandarin Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.