The breath of life left Harold Vincent Morehead, 77 of Dublin, Sunday morning July 14, 2024, in the presence of his wife, Shirley, and sons, Ben and Cody.
We knew immediately by his face that he had entered his eternal rest, and his soul was with his heavenly Father. He received no greater joy than knowing others would meet him there.
Vince had an immense amount of pride for having served his country as a Corporal in the 5th Division of the Marine Corps. He served in the Vietnam War between 1969 and 1971. Vince received a Purple Heart from that service. He never missed an opportunity to share that he served his country.
Vince lived his life to the fullest. His greatest loves were his family, especially his children, their spouses and his grandchildren. Not a day would pass without him bragging about his people and what they were up to. Vince loved to hunt and fish and found stillness and peace when he was near the mountains.
He was always known for his smile and his warmth. Those who had the opportunity to meet him would know how legendary his hugs were and how welcoming he was to anyone who came through the door. He was a permanent member of the greeting crew at Belview Church! Vince was strong in his Christian faith and lived his life connected to the values of his faith.
Vince found joy in everything. He certainly had no lack of laughter and was a charter member of the Kimberling Creek Social Club, also known as the Wednesday Prayer Group by its members. Here, he was affectionately known as “Uncle Vince,” and there was always a cup of coffee ready for him. He spent his days hunting after Bob’s groundhogs, checking on the “old men”, playing cards with his wife and their friends, and listening to classic country music in his Jeep.
Vince was an incredible man. Like all of us he had his challenges, but He never allowed those to take away his joy and his peace. His life was simple. He was such a strong leader as a husband, father, and grandfather. Vince had a presence that filled the room with so much love and peace. He is going to be deeply missed and will never be forgotten.
A celebration of Vince’s life will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Belview Church, 3619 Onyx Drive, Radford, VA. 24141. Following the service please join us at our home, 6095 Hedge Lane Dublin, VA, for a potluck meal. All are welcome and be sure to bring a chair.
Please no flowers. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Belview Church.
A private burial with full military honors will be held at the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin.
The Morehead family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford.