Vernon Kinchen, Jr.

Henry Vernon Kinchen, Jr., was born on July 25, 1934 in Satsuma, AL to the late Vernon & Cora Davis Kinchen. He passed away June 2, 2025 at his home, at the age of 90, with his family by his side.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Glenda Wright Kinchen, sons Vance (Suzi) Kinchen of Post Falls, ID, Keith Kinchen of Hammond, LA, StepDaughter Karen Hall of Sherwood, AR, brothers, Marvin Kinchen, Jerry Kinchen (Carol), Carter Kinchen (Barbara) & Frankie Kinchen, Sister, Louise O’Sullivan; sisters-in-law, Sherry Kinchen and Dione Kinchen. Vernon had 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, plus numerous nephews & nieces. Vernon is preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Kinchen, Lloyd Kinchen & sister, Vera Kinchen Bennett, Also preceding him, a grandson & great granddaughter.

Vernon retired from the US Navy after 26+ years of service.  He joined the Navy when he was 17. His parents reluctantly signed for him. He was able to see the world and truly get a great education in those years.  Vernon is a Korean and Vietnam veteran. 

Vernon was instrumental in starting a Navy reunion for the first ship he was on, the USS Colonial LSD 18. That reunion was active yearly for over 25 years & held in many cities of the United States. So many friendships came from that and were blessed to even see some of them at his 90th Birthday Party.

Vernon truly lived life to the fullest. He loved flying his own airplane in his younger days, but most of all, he loved playing golf every day with his buddies. He was blessed with a great group of guys who were there for him even when he struggled to play.

Visitation will be held at Russellville Funeral Home, 2757 East Parkway, Russellville, AR on Monday, June 9 at 1:00 PM, with Memorial service at 2:00 PM.

Arrangements are entrusted to Russellville Family Funeral. Please visit our website, www.russellvillefamilyfuneral.com to share a memory with Vernon's family.