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Marilyn Vincent Obituary

Marilyn L. Vincent, 84, passed away at her residence in Muncie, Indiana, on Tuesday, December 4, 2018, following an extended illness.

She was born on Monday, January 8, 1934, in Neodesha, Kansas, the daughter of the late Donald and Helen (Ginest) Curt. Marilyn taught for 10 years in Kansas City public schools, earned a BA in Music Education from the University of Kansas in 1955, followed by an MA in Music Education at the University of Colorado, and a PhD at the University of Kansas in 1970. Marilyn moved to Muncie, Indiana, in 1971. She was the Coordinator of Undergraduate Studies for the School of Music at Ball State University. Marilyn was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church and served as the choir director for twenty years. She enjoyed playing piano, traveling, entertaining, and playing games.

Survivors include her husband, Jim Vincent; step-sons, Bill (wife, Deanna) Vincent, and Mark (wife, Cheryl) Vincent; brother, Jim (wife, Sharon) Curt; sister, Carol (husband, Paul) Enos; sister-in-law, Donna Kay Kohrs; seven grandchildren, Stephanie (husband, Darian) Beard, Andrew James Williamson, Brent (wife, Kori) Williamson, Evan (wife, Lauren) Williamson, Elizabeth Vincent, Geordan Williamson, and Joshua Vincent; three great-grandchildren, Teddy Williamson, Isabella Beard, and Hailey Beard; and nephews and nieces, Curt Enos, Kevin Enos, Mischa (husband, Larry Fry) Enos, Heather (husband, Ross Wohlert) Enos, Johnathan Curt, Jennifer (husband, John) May, and Kimberly Curt.

A Celebration of Life will be held 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 16, 2018, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie, 4800 West Bradford Drive, Muncie, Indiana, 47304, with Pastor Seth Carrier-Ladd officiating. A reception will immediately follow at the church.

Family and friends may call from 2:00 p.m. until the time of services at the church on Sunday, December 16, 2018.

Jim would like to extend his sincerest gratitude to the people who have cared for Marilyn over the years.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie, the Jim and Marilyn Vincent Music Education Scholarship Fund c/o Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, the Marilyn Curt Vincent Scholarship Fund c/o University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Elm Ridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.elmridgefuneralhome.com.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Dec. 9, 2018.
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Marilyn was such a wonderful friend to our mother, Dian Scofield Zillner. They kept in touch throughout their lives. Our condolences to Jim, Carol and the extended family. Sharing your sadness.

Suzanne Silverthorn

December 29, 2018

Dr. Vincent was my counselor for student teaching at Ball State. She was very helpful and supportive.

Brenda Grice

December 14, 2018

She had a very active life, many accomplishments
that Carol and her family can be proud of. I had a theory that when Carole would visit Marilyn she would always perk up. I think it was because she was so happy to see her younger beautiful sister.
My sincere condolences to Carol and her family.
Joe

Joe

December 13, 2018

An outstanding teacher, skilled administrator, gifted author and beautiful friend who enriched the lives of thousands. We are so grateful our paths crossed with Marilyn Vincent.

Margaret and John Merrion

December 12, 2018

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Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie

4800 West Bradford Drive, Muncie, IN

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Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie

4800 West Bradford Drive, Muncie, IN

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