of Batesville, AR
July 5, 1949 - February 7, 2026
Don Vincent ''Vince'' Gay, 76, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026.
He was born July 5, 1949 in Batesville to Donval and Avis (Wood) Gay.
Vince served on the Southside City Council and the organization committee for the City of Southside and encouraged Ray Bowman to run for mayor. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and raising dogs, and he faithfully led congregational singing at church. Vince deeply loved his wife, children, and grandchildren, and he especially cherished time spent together at family gatherings. Above all, Vince put God first in everything he did.
Survivors include his wife, Sheila (Wammack) Gay of the home; one son, Brandon Gay of Springfield, Missouri; three daughters, Debra Wycough (Blake) of Salado, Stacy Fields (Austin) of Southside, and Jeri Johnson (Greg) of Tontitown; two brothers, Scott Gay (Donna) of Pleasant Plains, and Clay Gay of Batesville; ten grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one niece, several nephews and a host of friends that will miss him greatly.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers are Blake Wycough, Austin Fields, Greg Johnson, Cason Wycough, Tyler Fields, Grayden Fields, Jeff Richardson, and Hunter Priest. Honorary pallbearers are Wade Gay, Ronnie Gay, Wayne Gay, Daniel Scott, and Joe Qualls.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Hagar and Rev. Bob Dailey officiating. Burial will follow at Egner Cemetery.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time.
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19 Condolence(s)
Stacey Norris Downs
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all at this very sad time.
David and Amy Beth Anderson
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Jeri, Debra, and all we are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven just became richer!
Love and prayers,
David and Amy Beth
Anne Griffis & Mark Crutcher
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Shelia so very sorry for yout loss. Your in our prayers.
Clay & Louise Keene Hooper
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Sheila and family, so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you .
Rodney Sutterfield
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
I'm sorry to hear of Vince passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones.
Paula Hagan Petty
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Sheila and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. Praying the Lord's comfort and strength for you as you go through this time of sorrow. Praise the Lord that we know that Vince is safe in the arms of Jesus. Sending love to all of you.
Donald & Sharon Taylor
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Shelia and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so saddened to hear about Vince. He
will be missed.
Clayton Gay
Monday, February 9, 2026
❤️🙏❤️
Dorene Stephens
Monday, February 9, 2026
Sheila and family I am so sorry. May Holy Spirit give you comfort at this sad time.
Tim and Candice Wammack
Monday, February 9, 2026
My deepest condolences! May God our Father wrap His loving arms around you and comfort and keep you! Love you!!
Betty Burge Cockrill
Monday, February 9, 2026
Sheila and family I am so sorry to hear about Vince. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during these difficult times.
Kevin Kling
Monday, February 9, 2026
I’m sorry for your loss! I would come but wed is my last treatment before March 4th!
He sure was a nice guy! Please hug your mom’s neck for me we’ve know each other all of our life! I love each and everyone of you! If there is anything I can do plz let me know!
Penny mize clayton
Monday, February 9, 2026
Sheila, I'm so sorry. I really enjoyed working with ya'll and getting to know him with city work. Prayers to you all.
Sheilla Wammack
Monday, February 9, 2026
I am sure sorry.
James & Kay Piety
Monday, February 9, 2026
Lots of prayers for Sheila & all the family. Vince will be missed. He was such a wonderful man & Loved the Lord with all his heart. May y’all find comfort in knowing he is with our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. We love y’all.
Betty Gaither
Monday, February 9, 2026
Sheila my sympathy goes out to you and the family, I know how you will miss him.
Cathy Hill
Monday, February 9, 2026
Prayers for the family, Vince will be missed.
Cindy Nelson
Monday, February 9, 2026
Sending you heartfelt condolences and sympathy.
Margie Belew
Monday, February 9, 2026
Prayers for the family. I have known Vince for many years.