Troy Cecil Vanzant

September 22, 1935 - March 12, 2016

Troy is survived by his wife of 21 years Sandra, and sister Grace Anderson of Hilliard, FL, Daughter Mechelle (Robert) Scully, of Hilliard, FL, son Stephen Vanzant of TN, Michael (Monika) Dowie, Macclenny, FL, Sean (Amanda) Dowie, Hilliard, FL, Matthew (Stephanie) Nelson, Callahan, FL, his grandchildren Trevor (Jade) Olinto of Folkston, GA, Logan Scully of Hilliard, Sean II, Nathan, Caleb, Elizabeth, Desiny, Cheyenne & Mackenzie Dowie, Rylie and Bryson Nelson and very special Great Granddaughter, Guiliana Olinto. He is also survived by very special "adopted" family Darien & Lourie Nichols, Hilliard, FL and Lisa Deese, Baker, FL., Aunt Gladys Strucko and Uncle Hubert Vanzant in addition to many cousins & extended family. In addition, he leaves behind his faithful furry companions Rebel and Dixie. Although Troy loved his family beyond measure, his greatest love was for the Lord. He served God in many capacities throughout his life such as Sunday School teacher, deacon, and choir member and faithfully attended Buford Grove Baptist Church and later First Baptist Church Callahan. Troy retired from Container Corporation of America (Jefferson-Smurfit) after 43 years. Following retirement, he spend most days catching up on things around home and fiddling with his tractors. He was always busy doing something. Feeling the need to do something more, Troy began working part-time with Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home and later Callahan Funeral Home. Troy loved talking and making new friends. Troy was also known for his ability to fix or build anything!! He was a very special man, loved and respected by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. Visitation will be held on Tues. 03/15/2016 from 6 to 8 PM in the Chapel of Callahan Funeral Home with Funeral Services on Wed. 03/16/2016 in First Baptist Church Callahan, with interment in Oakwood Cemetery, Hilliard. Condolences may be expressed at www.callahanfh.com. Arrangements under the direction & care of Ellis and Charlotte McAninch, Callahan Funeral Home, Inc.