1922
Vincent
2007
Vincent Thomas Nephew
September 30, 1922 — August 12, 2007
Vincent Thomas Nephew
Vincent Thomas Nephew of Potosi, Missouri was born on September 30, 1922 in Cadet, Missouri, son of the late Thomas Edward Nephew and Bertha Mary (Boyer) Nephew. Vincent departed this life on August 12, 2007 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital, having reached the age of eighty-four years, ten months and thirteen days.
Vincent was united in marriage to Delores Marcella Koch on May 21, 1949 at St. Joachim Catholic Church in Old Mines, Missouri.
He is survived by his loving wife, Delores Nephew of Potosi, Missouri; one daughter, Renée “Bunny” Nephew Godinez of Cadet, Missouri and special friend, Robert “Bob” Abney of Potosi, Missouri; one sister, Cecelia Marie Politte and husband, Walter, of St. Louis, Missouri; two grandchildren, Victor Thomas Godinez and wife, Sarah, of Dallas, Texas and Elise Irene Godinez and fiancé Byron M. Kern of Chicago, Illinois, two great grandchildren, Thomas Edward Godinez and Elizabeth Grace Godinez, both of Dallas, Texas. Also surviving are ten Godchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, Vincent was preceded in death by one brother, Edward R. “Bud” Nephew.
Joining the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) for three years, he then enlisted, at the young age of 17, in the United States Marine Corps on December 12, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri and qualified as Rifle Marksman, Parachutist, 2nd Class Swimmer and in Chemical Warfare Instruction. He was a Paratrooper with the 1st Marine Division and served in the South Pacific Theater during WWII. He was Honorably Discharged on January 26, 1945 having received two Purple Hearts for distinguished service and bravery in combat. He truly loved God and country, and was proud of his service in the Marine Corps.
Vince, well known to everyone as “V.T.”, attended St. Mary’s Assumption Roman Catholic Church (Society of St. Pius X) in St. Louis, Missouri. He held lifetime membership with the Disabled American Veterans; was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 6996 of Potosi, Missouri, the Association of Survivors – Paratroopers WWII, the American Legion and the Civilian Conservation Corps. He was an avid reader and loved old Country music. Another great pastime for him was just being with his good friend, Alva Gilliam. Oh, how they could story together!!
He enjoyed long conversations with friends and neighbors, and ANY Marine, and always had stories to share with them. Vince never met anyone who remained a stranger for very long. He was an outgoing, affable individual with a quick wit and a ready answer for anything.
Although his career was as a Civil Engineer, his true passion was operating heavy equipment. The combination of his professional training and natural talents enabled him to flawlessly transform blueprints into many projects, not only in Washington County, but throughout the State as well.
While V. T. was somewhat of a perfectionist in his work, he was light-hearted and enjoyed good times with his family and many friends. He was genuinely a happy man.
“Keep your powder dry.”
Visitation was held Thursday, August 16, 2007 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.
A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, August 17, 2007 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church, St. Louis, Missouri with Father Steven Soos officiating.
Final Prayers and Burial took place in the St. Joachim Catholic Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri where Vincent received Full Military Honors consisting of a firing party, taps, flag folding and presentation.
Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.
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Vincent Thomas Nephew of Potosi, Missouri was born on September 30, 1922 in Cadet, Missouri, son of the late Thomas Edward Nephew and Bertha Mary (Boyer) Nephew. Vincent departed this life on August 12, 2007 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital, having reached the age of eighty-four years, ten months and thirteen days.
Vincent was united in marriage to Delores Marcella Koch on May 21, 1949 at St. Joachim Catholic Church in Old Mines, Missouri.
He is survived by his loving wife, Delores Nephew of Potosi, Missouri; one daughter, Renée “Bunny” Nephew Godinez of Cadet, Missouri and special friend, Robert “Bob” Abney of Potosi, Missouri; one sister, Cecelia Marie Politte and husband, Walter, of St. Louis, Missouri; two grandchildren, Victor Thomas Godinez and wife, Sarah, of Dallas, Texas and Elise Irene Godinez and fiancé Byron M. Kern of Chicago, Illinois, two great grandchildren, Thomas Edward Godinez and Elizabeth Grace Godinez, both of Dallas, Texas. Also surviving are ten Godchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, Vincent was preceded in death by one brother, Edward R. “Bud” Nephew.
Joining the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) for three years, he then enlisted, at the young age of 17, in the United States Marine Corps on December 12, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri and qualified as Rifle Marksman, Parachutist, 2nd Class Swimmer and in Chemical Warfare Instruction. He was a Paratrooper with the 1st Marine Division and served in the South Pacific Theater during WWII. He was Honorably Discharged on January 26, 1945 having received two Purple Hearts for distinguished service and bravery in combat. He truly loved God and country, and was proud of his service in the Marine Corps.
Vince, well known to everyone as “V.T.”, attended St. Mary’s Assumption Roman Catholic Church (Society of St. Pius X) in St. Louis, Missouri. He held lifetime membership with the Disabled American Veterans; was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 6996 of Potosi, Missouri, the Association of Survivors – Paratroopers WWII, the American Legion and the Civilian Conservation Corps. He was an avid reader and loved old Country music. Another great pastime for him was just being with his good friend, Alva Gilliam. Oh, how they could story together!!
He enjoyed long conversations with friends and neighbors, and ANY Marine, and always had stories to share with them. Vince never met anyone who remained a stranger for very long. He was an outgoing, affable individual with a quick wit and a ready answer for anything.
Although his career was as a Civil Engineer, his true passion was operating heavy equipment. The combination of his professional training and natural talents enabled him to flawlessly transform blueprints into many projects, not only in Washington County, but throughout the State as well.
While V. T. was somewhat of a perfectionist in his work, he was light-hearted and enjoyed good times with his family and many friends. He was genuinely a happy man.
“Keep your powder dry.”
Visitation was held Thursday, August 16, 2007 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.
A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, August 17, 2007 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church, St. Louis, Missouri with Father Steven Soos officiating.
Final Prayers and Burial took place in the St. Joachim Catholic Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri where Vincent received Full Military Honors consisting of a firing party, taps, flag folding and presentation.
Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.
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