Vincent John Trivison

We are saddened to announce the unexpected yet peaceful passing of our brother, Vincent “John” Trivison II, on June 16th in Jacksonville Beach, FL, shortly before his 63rd birthday.

John was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and spent his formative years in Latin America before moving to Michigan for his senior year in high school. During this time, he captained the West Bloomfield Golf Team to a successful season. From his very first golf swing at age 3, it became evident that John had a natural talent for the sport, achieving his first club tournament victory at age 5. Throughout his youth, he was a member of various clubs both USA and abroad, winning club tournaments and participating in ProAms with notable professionals.

At age 15, John broke Arnold Palmer’s club record at Wake Forest, gaining notable attention. After high school with several scholarship offers, John initially played at Western Michigan University before agreeing to transfer to Clemson University, “where the weather was far better.” During his time at Clemson, John experienced a successful golf career and developed lasting bonds with teammates, coaches, and members of the Clemson golf community.

After a brief professional golf career, John earned an MBA from U of SC but found corporate life unsuited to him, admitting to his siblings, “I don’t know how you do it, going to an office every day all day, I just can’t do that.” He returned to golf offering private instructions and professional caddying services (a role he embraced with passion) and playing in regional tournaments. He often said, “it’s so frustrating – golf is a sport I love, but a sport I hate.”

John relocated from Atlanta, GA, to Jacksonville Beach, FL several years ago where he enjoyed a tranquil life engaging in activities such as biking along the beach, drinking his early morning coffee on the beach watching the waves, and working as an Independent Golf Contractor at an exclusive golf club on his own terms. John loved Jacksonville Beach and expressed regret having not moved there sooner.

John loved his family deeply and cherished every visit. He especially enjoyed spending time with Dad watching football. We are incredibly grateful John joined our family and friends for an unforgettable Caribbean vacation in January 2025 creating lasting memories that we will treasure forever.

John was dedicated to his faith, his close companions, and his admiration for Clemson. He maintained a simple and private lifestyle, yet he offered unwavering support and commitment to those he held dear. His absence will be profoundly felt. “Peace ” as John always said instead of goodbye.

John is survived by his siblings: Peggy (Scott) Hoelscher, Tom Trivison, Tracy (Mickey Gilbert) Trivison, and Jay (Joye) Trivison. He is also remembered by his nephew Chase Trivison, his niece Kaylea (David) Shuck, and his grandnephew Scotty Shuck.

John was preceded in death by his grandparents, his loving parents Anne Marie (1989) and Vincent Trivison (2022), his sister Patricia Anne (1955), and his nephew Christopher Scott Hoelscher (1997).