Sam worked for legal aid as a paralegal. He played keyboard and guitar, composed and recorded music, did soundtracks and illustrations for commercials for Easter Seals as well as working on their fundraisers. Sam and his brothers formed a band right out of high school and went on tour. His music can be found by e-mailing thevincentbrothers@mycomspan.com. He was very good with music.

Sam is survived by his son, Noah Vincent of Eugene; father, Charles Vincent of Myrtle Point; brothers, Charles “Chuck” Vincent of Eugene and Tony Vincent of Myrtle Point; and nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marion Vincent.