Vincent Smith

Vincent Smith, 84, passed away on December 16, 2024 at his home in Beach Park, IL.

Vincent was born August 6, 1940 in Zion, IL and lived there all his life. He married Marilyn Ruth Lippincott on September 28, 1963 at Zion Bible Church and was a loving and devoted husband. Vincent was a retired millwright for the Chrysler Plant in Kenosha, WI. He loved his work and retired after 30 years of service. He was a devout Christian, and enjoyed sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with neighbors, family, and friends. He loved riding his bike with his dog in tow. He also enjoyed his cabin in Upper Michigan, four wheeling and boating. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his Grandchildren. He was an avid Chicago Bears, Blackhawks and White Sox fan. 

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn R. Lippincott Smith, of Beach Park, IL; one son, Doyle (Carolyn) Currington, of Winthrop Harbor, IL; one daughter, Lisa (Brian) Hallwas, of Beach Park, IL; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Luella Smith; one sister, Evelyn (William) Smith LaBelle; one brother, Melville (Joy) Smith of Waukegan; and one daughter, Marilyn Luttrel McFarland.

A visitation will be held on Monday, December 23, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Congdon Funeral Home, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion, IL. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Park, Beach Park, IL.