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Michael "Mick" L. Vigor

7/29/1950 - 8/21/2026

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Obituary For Michael "Mick" L. Vigor

Michael “Mick” Lester Vigor of Kewanee passed away on Friday, Aug. 21.

Mick was born on July 29, 1950 in Kewanee to Lester and Josephine (Dollander) Vigor. He grew up in Henry County, was educated locally and graduated from Wethersfield High School.

On June 17, 1972, Mick was united in marriage to Lois Nicholson at the United Methodist Church of Kewanee. Together, they shared more than five decades of deep devotion and family life.

Mick was a master craftsman by trade, spending his life working as a bricklayer. He spent his early career with the family business, Vigor and Sons, Inc., which he and his brother later owned and operated as Vigor Brothers following their father's passing in 1982.

A true outdoorsman, Mick was an avid sportsman who dedicated himself to the Ill. whitetail deer hunting season, never missing a year until arthritis kept him from the field. He also deeply loved fishing. A pheasant he harvested in the 70's hung on his living room wall and held a record at the time for the longest tail feathers. He raised and bred show rabbits and also planted a garden every single year.

He built and operated gas-powered model airplanes. He enjoyed woodworking and made much of the furniture in his home. He loved smoking and grilling meats for family gatherings.

For over 20 years, his mornings almost always began at The Red Apple restaurant where he and Lois gathered with a circle of friends over breakfast. He also enjoyed excursions to the casino, joining a group of friends to play the slot machines.

He is survived by his wife, Lois Vigor; his children Matthew (Leslie) Vigor of Quincy and Kathy (Jeremy) Bailey of Viola; his brothers, Kent Vigor of Kewanee and Bryon (Marti) Vigor of Galva; and his cherished grandchildren, Michael Bailey, Henry Vigor, Simon Vigor, Tabitha Vigor and Lydia Vigor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Josephine Vigor; his sister, Christy Jo Vigor, and his sister-in-law, Becky Vigor.

A celebration of Mick's life will be held at a later date. His wish is to be cremated.

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  • 08/28/2026

    Mandy

    My condolences to you Ms. Lois and the family. I just adored "Mickey Mouse". He was such a sweet and funny man. He shall be missed.

  • 08/26/2026

    Jerry and Pat Newman

    So sorry to hear of Mick's passing. He was always a friendly, happy guy. He will be missed. Jerry and Pat Newman

  • 08/26/2026

    Kevin Martin

    Lois, my sincere condolences in the passing of Mick. I wasn't close with Mick but I remember him well. His family were members of the Presbyterian Church where my family was also while I was growing up. He was always friendly and had a smile on his face. So sorry for your loss.

  • 08/24/2026

    Joan Clement

    Lois and family I am so sorry for your loss. Mick always found time to visit when I saw him. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.

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