Garey Dale Vinson, Sr.

Garey Dale Vinson, Sr., of Clarendon was gently called home on January 25, 2026. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, leaving this world on his own terms, just as he lived his life- with quite strength, independence and heart.

Born on December 27, 1953, in Memphis to Eva Irene Johnson and Herman Vinson, Garey spent his life rooted in Clarendon, the community he proudly called home.

Known to many as “Gopher” or “the cable man,” Garey faithfully served his community for many years, providing dependable cable service and a friendly face people trusted, After retirement, he spent some of his happiest days surrounded by family living with his daughter Jaimie and son-in-law Steven, in a home filled with grandchildren, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Garey loved life’s simple joys: early morning coffee, loud music, long back roads, and a cold beer. He was a good man with a big heart, who loved his family deeply and held his grandchildren especially close.

He is survived by his children, David Andrew Vinson, Jaimie Vinson, Gabby Lockeby, and Jessica Perales; his sister Ava Ontiveros; his brothers, Bobby Vinson, Eddie Vinson; and his nine grandchildren; and many loved family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Eva Irene Johnson and Herman Vinson; his brother Herman Wayne Vinson; a sister Barbara Bobbit and his son Garey Dale Vinson jr.

Garey’s favorite saying “who turned the screw?”, will forever bring smiles and warm memories to those who knew him a small reminder of his humor and the love he shared so freely. His smile, laugh and happy spirit shined through him and to those around him.

He will be deeply missed, forever loved and always remembered.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2026, in Robertson Funeral Directors Saints’ Roost Chapel in Clarendon.
Cremation and arrangements are under the care of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.