“All who knew her will miss her easy laugh and her loyal friendship,” her obituary said. “She was a great listener and on the side of underdogs.”
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Wycliffe Bible Translators expressed grief over Vinton’s death in a statement last week. Vinton’s husband still serves the organization remotely from the family’s home in North Carolina.
“We are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Virginia,” Wycliffe Bible Translators said. “Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. We respectfully ask that the family’s privacy be honored as they grieve.”
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A memorial service will be held for Vinton in North Carolina on Sept. 27. She is survived by her husband and two daughters.
