Louis Edward Van Vleet

Louis Edward Van Vleet, lifelong resident of Apalachicola, Florida passed in Tallahassee, Florida on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the age of 90. He was born on March 13, 1932 to the late William Van Vleet and Florida Sizemore Van Vleet. Louis spent his entire life in Apalachicola where he worked for Wefings Marine and was a member of the First Baptist Church. He enjoyed freshwater fishing, feeding the stray cats around town, and riding his bicycle. Louis was well known and loved by the entire community.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife , Emma Brooks Van Vleet; one brother, William Ellis Van Vleet; two sisters, Erris Ventry and Eva Van Vleet.

Louis is survived by two nephews, David Ventry (Pat) and Louis Brooks (Mafe); two nieces, Shannon Lines (Gary) and Susan Lettin. He is also survived by many close and dear friends.

Funeral services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at the First Baptist Church of Apalachicola with Pastor Jeff Strickland, Pastor Charles Morris, and Pastor Bill Plazarin officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 P.M. Eastern Time until the start of the funeral ceremony. Mr. Van Vleet will be laid to rest at Magnolia Cemetery in Apalachicola, Florida.

Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, FL.