Vincent Bechtol, 71, of Mars Hill, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was the son of the late Jack and Irene Bechtol. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Regina Bailey, and his brothers, Victor, Michael, and Phillip Bechtol.

Vincent is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Phyllis Bechtol; his daughters, Jennifer Lewis (Joey), Stephanie Moore (Clayton), and Susan Whitt (Cory); and his cherished granddaughters, Sarah and Hailey Moore, and Cady, Claire, and Kyleigh Whitt.

He is also survived by his sisters, Theresa Bechtol, Treva Murray (Vance), Vivian Lunsford, and Vickie Jane Lively; and his brother, Landon Bechtol (Linda).

Vincent will be greatly missed for his humor, wit, and ingenuity. He will be forever remembered and dearly loved by his wife, daughters, sons-in-law, granddaughters, and the many special friends whose lives he touched throughout the years.

The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blueridgefuneralservice.org.