Vincent A. Kniat, 86, died Sept. 28, 2010, at Sebastian River Medical Center.
He was born in Muskegon, Mich., and retired to the Sebastian area in 1990.
He was a decorated veteran of the Marine Corps, serving during World War II. Before retirement, he worked for many years as a skilled tradesman in the auto industry in Michigan.
Survivors include his son, Michael V. Kniat, of New York City; daughters, Kimberly J. Diop, of Greensboro, N.C., and Lisa M. Roeck, of Charlotte, N.C.; brother, Erwin J. Kniat, of Muskegon; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Maryann Kniat; and a brother, Royce H. Kniat.
No services are planned.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Homes and Crematory in Sebastian.
A guestbook may be signed at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.