Vincent N. Drnjevic
April 29, 1967 ~ June 26, 2022
Born in:
Taylorville, Illinois
Resided in:
Taylorville, Illinois
Vincent N. Drnjevic, 55, of Taylorville, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his home.
Vincent was born April 29, 1967, in Taylorville, the son of Francis A. and Mary L. (Willer) Drnjevic, Jr. He graduated from Taylorville High School with the class of 1985 and began working as a meat cutter for Schnuck’s in Bloomington. Vincent then transferred to the Springfield location where he was currently employed. He was an avid John Wayne fan, loved playing bocce ball, and was a Bagna Cauda making champion. Vincent was a member of the Knights of Columbus #2120 in Taylorville.
He was preceded in death by his father; maternal grandparents, Norman and Edna Willer; and paternal grandparents, Francis and Virginia Drnjevic.
Vincent is survived by his mother, Mary L. Drnjevic of Taylorville; brother, Francis A. (wife, Wendy) Drnjevic III of Girard; nephews, Robert and Ryan; great nephew, Lucas; aunts, Karen Willer and JoMarie Warren, both of Taylorville; uncles, Denny (wife, Laura) Drnjevic and Martin (wife, Rose) Willer, both of Findlay; several cousins; good friends, Mary and Mel; and his two cats, Reno and Geno.
Visitation: The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home, 202 W. Franklin Street, Taylorville, IL 62568.
Funeral Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at the funeral home with Rev. Rodney Blomquist officiating.
Interment will follow the ceremony at Anderson Cemetery in Palmer.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Christian County Animal Control, 300 S. Baughman Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568, or the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Vincent, or to offer condolences to his family.
Services
Visitation: June 29, 2022 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home
202 West Franklin Street
Taylorville, Illinois 62568
Funeral Ceremony: June 30, 2022 10:00 am
Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home
202 West Franklin Street
Taylorville, Illinois 62568
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Mary and family, my very sincere sympathy at this sad time.
John & I are so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers
So saddened to learn of Vincent’s passing. I am so sorry for the loss so many are feeling. Vincent was a great guy and a huge presence. He will be sadly missed. Love and prayers for the family and all his many friends.
So sorry to hear this. He was a great guy. Made a lot of people laugh. He will be missed.
I was a classmate of Vincent starting in junior high. Although we lost touch after graduating high school, I fondly remember Vincent’s great sense of humor and kind heart. I am so sorry for your loss.
I was a co- worker of Vince for Many years, It was a guarantee smile & better day after stopping to say Hi to Vince.
My Condolences to Vince’s Family!
Vince will be Greatly Missed!
Thanks Vince, Rest in Peace My friend!
Growing up next door with Vince as my best friend was never a dull moment. We had many adventures together in our neighborhood and at many, many ballfields with my Father and his playing softball. Love and prayers from our family to yours, until we meet again my friend…
Vinnie will be truly missed. Peace and prayers to his family as they go through this sorrowful time.🕊️🙏🏾
Mary & Family, I’m so sorry to hear of Vince’s passing. Prayers for peace during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Vince from both the Moose & Knights of Columbus
Maureen Hoover
Mary & Family
So sorry for your loss of Vince. He was so much like his Dad. He will be missed by many. Sincere Sympathy, Roger & Sheila Spresser
Mary, I am so very very sorry to hear of your loss. I know all to well the pain you are going through. Wish I knew what to say or do to make things better. Will say that I found I had to take it day by day, and sometimes hour by hour. It’s been 15 years for us, and it still hurts. Don’t let anyone tell you how you should mourn or how long. The girls all love you and are here for you. Am praying for you and your family.
After my divorce, Vince invited me to a winery where we drank wine and smoked cigars. He showed up at my house with a rubber chicken for my dog in his jeep with the top off. It was a beautiful day and he did a great job of cheering me up. He was a very funny and sweet friend when I needed one and I’ll never forget that day❤️
I’ve known Vince since he was in diapers, literally. I know you have a big hole in your heart with his loss. But I like what Francie III said – he’s probably up there making bagna and having a beers with his dad. He’s going to be missed. Call me anytime, day or night, for whatever reason.
Love ya,
Gailor
Met Vince in Jr High…he was always a fun loving guy who would crack a joke sometimes as his self just to make you smile. Not sure which year it was but we did a science fair project together. He will be sadly missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
I am so sorry for your loss Mary. May God give you comfort during this difficult time.
Lynda Smith
So sorry Mary God bless you @ this time
Mary,
Tom and I are so sorry to hear about Vince. Hugs and Prayers!! ❤️🙏
Love Tom and Cindy Schneider
so very sorry for your loss!!! I have very fond memories of Vinnie from at the lake lot!! Many a night playing horse shoes or washers. He will be missed!
My prayers are with the family. Karen Mizeur-Miller
Played many Bocce Ball games with Vince & his buddy at the Toluca Homecoming. Great guy & always made you laugh. R.I.P. Buddy 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Mary and family, I can barely find the words to express my sympathy to you. Vince was always a very special person and had a way of making everyone else feel special too. Please know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for a very long time.
My deepest sympathy of Vince’s passing. We went to school together. No matter when I would run into him, then and now, we chatted just like it was yesterday. He was a great person and will be sorely missed.