James R. Vinyard Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of James R. Vinyard of Columbia, Missouri is shared. James, born on October 28, 1958, passed away on August 9, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James R. Vinyard to pay them a last tribute.
James will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor James by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though James is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. James’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Clyde Vinyard and Loid Alice Smeaton Vinyard; and his nephew John Vinyard. He is survived by: his siblings, Sandra Griffin (Dan) and Ron Vinyard (Jo Rita); and his nieces, Allison Van Ryn (Greg), Audra Storm (Chris), Susan Stogsdill (Eric) and Grace Strazar (Chris).
Memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church in Marshall or Central Missouri Humane Society (CMHS).
