Mrs. Junie and family, My condolences on the loss of Mr. Vince, he was a great man and a great friend to Dad for many years. One of the many things I always looked forward to in coming back to Tybee was visiting with him and sharing great laughs and stories. He will be missed.

- Keith Heflin, Madison, MS

Junie, Very sorry to hear about your loss. Sorry we didn't get to meet him. I'am sure that he was a great man. I'am sure he will be greatly missed.

- Horace Gaddy, Newnan, GA

Junie, Helen and family - Our thoughts continue to go out to all of you. We’re sorry we couldn’t be with you in person. Vince was one of a kind and can never be replaced in our hearts. We love you and send our deepest sympathies. Sherry and Robert, his godson

- Robert and Sherry Jones, Atlanta, GA

Junie, So sorry to hear about Vince. It was sad news. He fought a hard battle. My prayers go with you. You have lots of friends for support.

- Karen Rhodes, Tybee Island, GA

junie, so sorry for your loss. hang on to your wonderful memories. love ya, rita gresham

- rita byram gresham, , GA

Junie, I am so sorry for your lost. Please accept my deepest sympathy and I pray that God will hold you in his hands during this time.

- Sally Owen Weaver, Tallassee, AL

Love and support at this sad time.

- Genie Jenkins wright, San Antonio, TX

Junie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the loss of your husband, Vince. I hope that knowing you're in the hearts of your old friends will help you through these difficult days.

- Ann Askew Headstream, Newnan, GA

Dearest Junie, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Although I did not know him, I know you will miss him so much! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Please call me if you get back to Newnan, would love to get together with you! It was so good to see you a few years ago at the reunion. I'm sorry we did not get to spend more time together! Love, Brenda Holloway Sauls

- Brenda Sauls, Fayetteville, GA

Junie: I am thinking about you this morning. Sorry I can't make it to the Memorial Service. I remember Vincent from the time we met at North Beach Grill on a Friday nite music night. He seemed so warm and outgoing. My Mom had the same disease procress and she became introverted and lost to us all. I bet he was a great 'fellow'

- Eunice Bell, Savannah, GA

Junie, you know how much I want to be there, and once I'm a bit more improved health wise, I'll come and we'll have some good ol' Lagrange Street and Tiger girl fun. I knew Vince to be this crazy, life loving, dog loving, long and loyal friend to Jimbo, and wonderful husband and friend to you. You handle everything so well and have always thought of others. I hope you'll let us help you now. Vince was such a gentle man always good for some laughs and so gracious to welcome me and anyone with me come to yall's beautiful home and to share you so we could go off and have fun. Vince always had a funny story or two along with his hearty laugh. He was always up for mischief with Jimbo and how they would love telling the stories!!!! You and he were such a perfect match. I think now of how Vince is not suffering now and looking down on all of you and smiling. You met by fate with a little help from Becky and Jimbo, chose to become friends, and falling in love was just out of yall's contol. What a wonderful story and fun memories. I love you and will see you soon. Cissy

- Cissy and Dave Bureau, Loganville, GA

Junie, I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Vince,but know I would have liked him if he was anything like you. You are in my prayers. Terry

- Terry Wyche, Moreland, GA

Junie, Helen and the Merkle clan, my deepest sympathies and prayers to you all.

- Pat Jones, Smyrna, GA

Junie, I am sorry for the loss of your husband, Vince. You all always looked so happy in your photos. You are in my prayers.

- Angelyn Duncan Bell, Newnan, GA

Junie, I am so sorry to hear about Vince. It was a pleasure to meet him during out 'Tiger Girl's' Weekend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may time and grief pass swiftly, but may memories last forever. Love, Bonnie Larson Marietta, GA

- Bonnie Sutton Larson, Marietta, GA

Dear Junie; My heart hurts for you. The loss has to be overwhelming. Please know how much John & I care for you and will do anything possible for you in the future. May God Bless You. Such a faithful and loving wife. Your dedication and care for Vincent was such an example of your unfailing love for him. We Love You. Brenda & John

- Brenda Merkle, Memphis, TN

Rest in Peace Uncle Vincent!

- Gus Merkle, IV, Atlanta, GA

Vince was one of the first people I met when I moved to Savannah. We met at the Tybee dog park where Toby and Lucy would lay in the shade and Vince and I would talk SEC football for an hour. I will always treasure our passionate, respectful discussions - which is pretty rare in SEC fans. Vince was a true Southern, gracious and lovely man. He will be greatly missed. Junie - Tim and I send our love and prayers!

- Allison Gabbert, SAVANNAH, GA

Junie - We are heartbroken hearing of the loss of Vince. He was our idea of what a Southern Gentleman should be. Vince was a great neighbor and friend. He always had words of encouragement for us. I'll miss visiting with him and Toby as they took their walk. He is missed greatly at our home. We are here for you. Just holler over the fence if you need anything. Much love, Dan, Kim and Brinkley

- Dan & Kim Brown, Tybee Island, GA

Junie, I have been so sad today after hearing about Vincent. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by all who knew him.

- Polly Toole, Tybee Island, GA

Junie,Vince was one of my oldest and dearest friends. The first time I met him back in the mid seventies, he and I became instant friends and this has followed through for all these years. He was a true gentleman in all areas of his life and he will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the Lord bless and keep you strong. Barry and Janice Steed

- Barry Steed, Rome, GA

So sorry to hear about Vince. He was such a great man. I really liked him since the first day I met him at the vet clinic. Always enjoyed pet sitting for him. He was kind, loving and funny and was crazy about his pets. I could sometimes finding him walking Toby down the street. I often teased him about taking my job. He will be missed!

- Marie Rodriguez, Tybee Island, GA

Junie and family, My sincere condolences to you and your family. The many happy memories and moments spent with this lovely man will be with you always. His beautiful smile and the twinkle in his eyes will be missed, but his loving spirit will be remembered by those who were fortunate to have known him. Blessings, Shirley

- Shirley Sessions, Tybee, GA

Junie, I was so sorry to hear about Vince. It's hard to believe that we are at that age where this is coming to all of us. I always remember how hospitable you both were during our 'Tiger girl's' trip. Know you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

- Peggy Bledsoe Williams, Newnan, GA

Junie, Beth and I send our prayers for you and your family at the loss of Vincent. Growing up together on LaGrange street seems so long ago.We hope to see you sometime soon. Beth joins Peggy and The Tiger Girls in sending her love to you at this time.

- Beth and Jimmy Walker, Newnan, GA

So sorry to learn of your husband's passing. You are in my thoughts.

- Sharon Blair Stephens, Dallas, GA

Dear Junie, I'm so sorry to hear about Vincent's passing. You have been so strong and supportive during his struggles and I know he is smiling down on you now. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you and our times together at the TIMSC. Love, Terry Spatz

- Terry Spatz, Columbus, GA

Junie, I'm so sorry to hear of your great loss! Please accept my sincerest sympathies. Pam

- Pamela Buchanan Kent, Auburn, AL

Junie, I am sorry to hear about your loss of Vince. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you the strength to endure your loss, and remember we all will be together again later in a wonderful place.

- Danny Lovern, Atlanta, GA

Junie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I am lifting up a prayer for you and your family right now. May God give you peace at this difficult time in your life.

- Linda Thomas Cooke, Marietta, GA

Junie - I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you with much love.

- Beth Frost, Albuquerque, NM

Mrs. Junie and family, My condolences on the loss of Mr. Vince, he was a great man and a great friend to Dad for many years. One of the many things I always looked forward to in coming back to Tybee was visiting with him and sharing great laughs and stories. He will be missed.

- Keith Heflin, Madison, MS

Junie, Very sorry to hear about your loss. Sorry we didn't get to meet him. I'am sure that he was a great man. I'am sure he will be greatly missed.

- Horace Gaddy, Newnan, GA

Junie, Helen and family - Our thoughts continue to go out to all of you. We’re sorry we couldn’t be with you in person. Vince was one of a kind and can never be replaced in our hearts. We love you and send our deepest sympathies. Sherry and Robert, his godson

- Robert and Sherry Jones, Atlanta, GA

Junie, So sorry to hear about Vince. It was sad news. He fought a hard battle. My prayers go with you. You have lots of friends for support.

- Karen Rhodes, Tybee Island, GA

junie, so sorry for your loss. hang on to your wonderful memories. love ya, rita gresham

- rita byram gresham, , GA

Junie, I am so sorry for your lost. Please accept my deepest sympathy and I pray that God will hold you in his hands during this time.

- Sally Owen Weaver, Tallassee, AL

Love and support at this sad time.

- Genie Jenkins wright, San Antonio, TX

Junie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the loss of your husband, Vince. I hope that knowing you're in the hearts of your old friends will help you through these difficult days.

- Ann Askew Headstream, Newnan, GA

Dearest Junie, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Although I did not know him, I know you will miss him so much! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Please call me if you get back to Newnan, would love to get together with you! It was so good to see you a few years ago at the reunion. I'm sorry we did not get to spend more time together! Love, Brenda Holloway Sauls

- Brenda Sauls, Fayetteville, GA

Junie: I am thinking about you this morning. Sorry I can't make it to the Memorial Service. I remember Vincent from the time we met at North Beach Grill on a Friday nite music night. He seemed so warm and outgoing. My Mom had the same disease procress and she became introverted and lost to us all. I bet he was a great 'fellow'

- Eunice Bell, Savannah, GA

Junie, you know how much I want to be there, and once I'm a bit more improved health wise, I'll come and we'll have some good ol' Lagrange Street and Tiger girl fun. I knew Vince to be this crazy, life loving, dog loving, long and loyal friend to Jimbo, and wonderful husband and friend to you. You handle everything so well and have always thought of others. I hope you'll let us help you now. Vince was such a gentle man always good for some laughs and so gracious to welcome me and anyone with me come to yall's beautiful home and to share you so we could go off and have fun. Vince always had a funny story or two along with his hearty laugh. He was always up for mischief with Jimbo and how they would love telling the stories!!!! You and he were such a perfect match. I think now of how Vince is not suffering now and looking down on all of you and smiling. You met by fate with a little help from Becky and Jimbo, chose to become friends, and falling in love was just out of yall's contol. What a wonderful story and fun memories. I love you and will see you soon. Cissy

- Cissy and Dave Bureau, Loganville, GA

Junie, I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Vince,but know I would have liked him if he was anything like you. You are in my prayers. Terry

- Terry Wyche, Moreland, GA

Junie, Helen and the Merkle clan, my deepest sympathies and prayers to you all.

- Pat Jones, Smyrna, GA

Junie, I am sorry for the loss of your husband, Vince. You all always looked so happy in your photos. You are in my prayers.

- Angelyn Duncan Bell, Newnan, GA

Junie, I am so sorry to hear about Vince. It was a pleasure to meet him during out 'Tiger Girl's' Weekend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and may time and grief pass swiftly, but may memories last forever. Love, Bonnie Larson Marietta, GA

- Bonnie Sutton Larson, Marietta, GA

Dear Junie; My heart hurts for you. The loss has to be overwhelming. Please know how much John & I care for you and will do anything possible for you in the future. May God Bless You. Such a faithful and loving wife. Your dedication and care for Vincent was such an example of your unfailing love for him. We Love You. Brenda & John

- Brenda Merkle, Memphis, TN

Rest in Peace Uncle Vincent!

- Gus Merkle, IV, Atlanta, GA

Vince was one of the first people I met when I moved to Savannah. We met at the Tybee dog park where Toby and Lucy would lay in the shade and Vince and I would talk SEC football for an hour. I will always treasure our passionate, respectful discussions - which is pretty rare in SEC fans. Vince was a true Southern, gracious and lovely man. He will be greatly missed. Junie - Tim and I send our love and prayers!

- Allison Gabbert, SAVANNAH, GA

Junie - We are heartbroken hearing of the loss of Vince. He was our idea of what a Southern Gentleman should be. Vince was a great neighbor and friend. He always had words of encouragement for us. I'll miss visiting with him and Toby as they took their walk. He is missed greatly at our home. We are here for you. Just holler over the fence if you need anything. Much love, Dan, Kim and Brinkley

- Dan & Kim Brown, Tybee Island, GA

Junie, I have been so sad today after hearing about Vincent. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by all who knew him.

- Polly Toole, Tybee Island, GA

Junie,Vince was one of my oldest and dearest friends. The first time I met him back in the mid seventies, he and I became instant friends and this has followed through for all these years. He was a true gentleman in all areas of his life and he will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the Lord bless and keep you strong. Barry and Janice Steed

- Barry Steed, Rome, GA

So sorry to hear about Vince. He was such a great man. I really liked him since the first day I met him at the vet clinic. Always enjoyed pet sitting for him. He was kind, loving and funny and was crazy about his pets. I could sometimes finding him walking Toby down the street. I often teased him about taking my job. He will be missed!

- Marie Rodriguez, Tybee Island, GA

Junie and family, My sincere condolences to you and your family. The many happy memories and moments spent with this lovely man will be with you always. His beautiful smile and the twinkle in his eyes will be missed, but his loving spirit will be remembered by those who were fortunate to have known him. Blessings, Shirley

- Shirley Sessions, Tybee, GA

Junie, I was so sorry to hear about Vince. It's hard to believe that we are at that age where this is coming to all of us. I always remember how hospitable you both were during our 'Tiger girl's' trip. Know you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

- Peggy Bledsoe Williams, Newnan, GA

Junie, Beth and I send our prayers for you and your family at the loss of Vincent. Growing up together on LaGrange street seems so long ago.We hope to see you sometime soon. Beth joins Peggy and The Tiger Girls in sending her love to you at this time.

- Beth and Jimmy Walker, Newnan, GA

So sorry to learn of your husband's passing. You are in my thoughts.

- Sharon Blair Stephens, Dallas, GA

Dear Junie, I'm so sorry to hear about Vincent's passing. You have been so strong and supportive during his struggles and I know he is smiling down on you now. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you and our times together at the TIMSC. Love, Terry Spatz

- Terry Spatz, Columbus, GA

Junie, I'm so sorry to hear of your great loss! Please accept my sincerest sympathies. Pam

- Pamela Buchanan Kent, Auburn, AL

Junie, I am sorry to hear about your loss of Vince. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you the strength to endure your loss, and remember we all will be together again later in a wonderful place.

- Danny Lovern, Atlanta, GA

Junie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I am lifting up a prayer for you and your family right now. May God give you peace at this difficult time in your life.

- Linda Thomas Cooke, Marietta, GA

Junie - I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you with much love.

- Beth Frost, Albuquerque, NM