Mr. Vess was born in McDowell County to the late Ollis and Annie Davis Vess. He is also preceded in death by two brothers; Virgil and Lester Vess and one sister; Lora Vess.
He was a member of Cherry Springs Missionary Baptist Church and retired from Perfect Air Control.
Mr. Vess is survived by his son; Donald Justin Vess of Old Fort, three brothers; Russell Vess and Wayne Vess of Marion, Danny Vess of Old Fort, three sisters; Chris Johnson of Pittsboro, NC, Joyce Grindstaff of Melvin, Kentucky and Jeanette Revis of Marion and one grandson; Gabriel Vess.
The family of Mr. Vess will have a graveside service at a later date at Cherry Springs Missionary Baptist Church.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com for the Vess family.
The Vess family wishes to extend a warm appreciation to Care Partners Hospice & Palliative Care McDowell County.
Kirksey Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Vess family with arrangements.
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