Ernest "Ernie" Elvin Vance Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ernest “Ernie” Elvin Vance, 74, of Crawfordville, died at home with his loving family and friends, January 26, 2017. He was born May 13, 1942 in Albany, Georgia. Was a longtime resident of Crawfordville. His greatest joy was Marsha, his wife, he loved her and would do anything to make her happy. She gave his life meaning and he knew she was always the best thing that ever happened to him.His family meant everything to him. Taylor his daughter/granddaughter was the light of his life, they had such a special connection, and she captured precious moments that will ensure Ernie will live on forever in her heart. Ernie loved to fish, especially the Wakulla & Ochlockonee Rivers. He enjoyed spending time with his good friends, and sharing the real meaning of "Living, Loving & Laughing". He began working for Colonial Life Insurance Company, 40 years ago and remains an independent contractor. He played an instrumental role in building Colonial Life business in the State of Florida. He often spoke about how blessed he was to wake up every morning and go do the thing he loved...representing a great company and working with people that were more than business associates, they were good friends, including a loving brother Donnie Vance. He loved his job and believed in it. All that knew him would say he was a loyal employee. Survivors include his wife of 46 years Marsha R. Vance, daughter & granddaughter Taylor Rowan of Crawfordville, daughter Joy Ann Vance Johns (Ken) of Clayton, North Carolina, son Jon-Michael Rowan of Crawfordville, sister Barbara Parks of Hoschton, Georgia, brother Donnie Vance (Carolyn) of Sparks, Georgia, grandchildren Cloe Rowan of Crawfordville, Amanda Nicole Swirsky (Ben) of Raleigh, North Carolina & Daniel Madison Johns (Olivia) of Franklinton, North Carolina, great granddaughters Lola Kate Swirsky & Paisley Madison Johns. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest Luther Vance Jr. & Olive Rochelle Joiner Vance and son Jason William Rowan. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, February 4, 2017, 11:00 am at Family Funeral Home 84 Ochlockonee St. Crawfordville, Florida 32327. 850-926-5919 www.familyfhc.com. Family will have a reception immediately following service at the Funeral Home. Donations may be made to the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center in memory of Ernie Vance. 1775 One Healing Place Tallahassee 32308. 850-431-4226. Arrangements are under the care of Skip Young with Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Ernest "Ernie" Elvin Vance

May 13, 1942 - January 26, 2017