Mildred received her formal education from Rose Hill School. In addition, she was a faithful member of Mt. Pleasant AME Church until she became ill. She was a member of Sunday School Class No. 1 and served as president of the Stewardess Board No. 1. She took great pride in the preparation of the communion for the church.
Upon retirement, she enjoyed gardening, cooking, spending time with her grandchildren and watching television. Mildred had a special relationship with the younger generations of her family. She had her own unique way of explaining valuable life lessons by interjecting humor into the conversation.
Mildred was preceded in death by her late husband of 70 years, Charlie Vincent, Sr., whom she married on April 8, 1944; a daughter, Sherry Lambert; a son, Curtis Vincent; two grandsons, Anwar Lambert and Benjamin Vincent.
She leaves to cherish her fond, loving memories, five sons, Charlie (Bennie), Frederick (Marilyn), Willard (Barbara), and Dwight (Melissa) Vincent, all of Monticello, AR, and Victor (Jacqueline) Vincent of Richmond, TX; two daughters, Wonda Chestnut of Rosenberg, TX, and Barbara Benton of Warren, AR; four siblings, Dorothy (Hubert) Martin and Earnest Smith, both of Milwaukee, WI, Charlie Mae Jackson of Wilmar, AR, and Wesley Smith of Monticello, AR; a devoted sister-in-law, Claudia Handley, and a special long-time friend, Francis Christian. She was extremely proud of her 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren, as well as, her host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Church with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Church with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(22)
Vincent/Deloris Williams
Pine Bluff, AR Friday, May 6, 2016 Our Aunt Mildred will be greatly missed. Our hearts will always be in memory of her smile, love, and humor, that gets us all through another day. She will often be thought of by us. We will continue to pray for this great family as we continue to cherish her memories.Marilyn Nolen
Monticello, AR Thursday, May 5, 2016 My thoughts and my prayers are with the family.Joyce Harris-Handley
Elpaso, TX Wednesday, May 4, 2016 My Aunt Mildred was like a second mom to me. Although she was my mom's sister, she was also her best friend. She and my Uncle Charlie did all they could for me while I was growing up. I always enjoyed talking to her by telephone. When I would come to Arkansas to visit we were always glad to see eachother. My Children, Grandchildren, and Nephews loved her dearly. REST IN PEACE AUNT MILDRED!Edward E. & Marcia Suber
, AR Wednesday, May 4, 2016 To the Vincent Family: "For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him." May God continue to comfort you (family) with His Word. With sympathy and love.Montanez Marks
Monticello, AR Monday, May 2, 2016 You will be truly missed Aunt Mildred,I will cherish all the memories, and the funny things you use to say...Bruce Brown
, TX Sunday, May 1, 2016 So sorry for your loss. PrayersLaDora/AyRion Williams
pueblo, CO Saturday, April 30, 2016 You will truly be missed. Rest in love!!Deloris Pumpkin Williams
Pine bluff, AR Saturday, April 30, 2016 Aunt Mildred..I love you..I always felt so welcome being at your home...I will never forget all the good food..pies..cakes hot water cornbread.your love will always love inside of me..we love you Aunt Mildred..Camesha Williams
Pine bluff, AR Saturday, April 30, 2016 I want to say I love you Aunt Mildred..it's something about when my smile met yours without saying a word we knew everything..take your rest ...love you !!!Tammy Vaughn
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 30, 2016 May each of you find comfort in the Lord as you grieve the loss of Mrs. Mildred. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Rev. Kevin & Cheryl Dunn
Monticello, AR Friday, April 29, 2016 Charles and Bennie,So sorry to hear about your Mother/Mother-in-law. God will give you the comfort you need to get through this. It was good to see you Sunday for a moment. If there is anything we can do, do not hesitate to contact us. We will be praying for you and your family.
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, April 29, 2016 So sorry to read about your mother's passing yet we know she is now in her heavenly home at peace with God. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort.With love & sympathy,
Janice
Nicole Robinson
Warren, AR Friday, April 29, 2016 To Barbara Benton and the entire Vincent family, my prayers are with you during this difficult time. I offer you my condolences as well as comfort and peace.Sheila Gardner
Monticello, AR Friday, April 29, 2016 Barbara, Melissa, and April,I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you comfort and peace to face the days ahead. Cherish the precious memories.
Harry L. Densmore III
Star City,, AR Thursday, April 28, 2016 Frederick, Marilyn, May the hand of all mighty god bless and keep you in this time of sorrow.Keep your head lifted up and watching for the coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. For our days are growing shorter.
ANITA SMITH-RILEY
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 28, 2016 To my family, may God bless each of you during this time. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that God is always present and a strong tower. May God bless each of you. I love you!!!Toasha Smith-Davis
Taylor, MI Thursday, April 28, 2016 My most heartfelt condolences goes out to my cousins on the passing of their mother and my aunt. I have so many fond memories of Aunt Mildred that I will cherish forever.Barbara Benton
Warren, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Mom, my life will really be empty now. The two major links of the family chain are gone. What replaces them now are the memories you and daddy left behind. So for one last time I will leave you with the words from my favorite book, Love You Forever: "I'll love you forever. I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my mommy you'll be." You were the best!!!!Annette Gardner
Tillar, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Cousin Mildred fought a good fight we loved her ,but God loved her best. She is now in his care and can rest.We love all of you. This is written in behalf of all the family of A W Simpson.Annette Gardner
tillar, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Cousin Mildred fought a good fight we loved her ,but God loved her best. She is now in his care and can rest.We love all of you. This is written in behalf of all the family of A W Simpson.Jo Ann Trotter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 27, 2016 I love you dearly Aunt Mildred and will forever have fond memories of you.Wonda Chestnut
Rosenberg, TX Wednesday, April 27, 2016 I'll love you forever.