George Vance Percy

Vance Percy, 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Clarke Shores, with his wife of 70 years, Hilda, and his faithful caretaker, Vibert Woodley, by his side. He was born on May 12, 1920, in Savannah, Georgia, and moved to West Palm Beach in 1925. He was the the youngest of eight children of Eva and Walter Percy.

He married the love of his life, Hilda, on July 18, 1942, in West Palm Beach, FL, when he was on a short leave from the Army. Vance served in the Air Corps and U.S. Army and was a veteran of World War II. He was stationed in several locations, including a weather station in the Arctic Circle, where his Boy Scout training came in particularly valuable. He always had fond memories of his time in the service. After his military service, Vance worked as a well respected title examiner for Lawyers Title for 40 years. After retiring, he did not rest long, and went back to work for Stewart Title on his own terms for several more years. He was also an active member of Union Congregational Church for over 55 years, where he served in many capacities and cooked the best spaghetti dinners ever! He and his wife loved life and travelled often. They travelled throughout the United States and visited several ports in Europe, Central America and Nova Scotia with friends and family. Vance truly loved life, was a wonderful story teller, true family man and a dear friend to many.

He is survived by his wife, Hilda Percy; his son, Glenn Percy and wife, Sandy of Palm Beach Gardens; his grandson Matthew Percy and wife Alison of Jupiter; and his granddaughter Christie Raymond of Palm Beach Gardens. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Garry Percy.

A memorial service will be held at the Union Congregational Church, 5088 Summit Blvd., WPB, Fl 33415 on Sunday, September 9th, 2012, at 12 o'clock. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Union Congregational Church or VITAS Team 310.