Eddie T. Vick

Eddie T. Vick, 61, of Yale, VA, completed his earthly journey after a courageous battle of cancer on September 13, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family and close friends. He is survived by his wife of 26 years Shelia Harrell Vick, son James Melvin Vick (Jessica Goodman), son Joshua Warren Vick (Casey Little), daughter August Reese Ringer (Jonathan Goncalves) and only grandson Laythan Poole Vick. Eddie is also survived by his mother Ethel Grizzard Vick, his siblings Elizabeth Vick Powell, David L. Vick (Ebbie), Jerry W. Vick (Laura), Wanda “Cookie” Vick Covington (Jimmy), Joey R. Vick (Beverly), and brother-in-law Jeffrey Harrell. He is also survived by his nephews Kristopher Twisdale, Wesley T. Vick (Kim, Trent, and Zachary), Tristan T. Vick, Jacob and Samuel Vick, and Chase Harrell. Also survived by his Mother-in-law Nancy Harrell Morris and Father-in-law David Morris. He was preceded in death by his father, James T. Vick.
Eddie was a man with many passions. Eddie’s Small Engine of Stony Creek was where he used his talent to repair many types of engines. His largest passion other than his family was Fire and Safety. While owning and operating Eddie’s Small Engine he was a devoted member of Stony Creek Vol. Fire Department; he also served there as Fire Chief for 14 years. Eddie went on to serve in this passion as the first ever Public Safety Coordinator of Sussex County. He served his county for 16 years, even after he began his battle with Cancer. While known for being a man that followed the rules, Eddie will be remembered as a devoted man of service to his community. Among his passions,  he was also an avid hunter and fisherman with a true love for the outdoors. Eddie also enjoyed the peace he found when riding his motorcycle.
The family would like to thank his caregiver Victoria and hospice nurse Brittany for the care they provided during his journey.
The family will receive family and friends at Owen Funeral Home in Jarratt, VA on Monday September 17th from 6-8pm. A funeral service will be held at Owen Funeral Home on Tuesday September 18th at 11am, Interment to follow immediately at Capron Cemetery in Capron, VA. In Lieu of Flowers the family request that donations be sent to Saint John’s Child Development Center, 9402 Sussex Drive Stony Creek, Va. 23882 or Sharon United Methodist Church, 18133 Coman’s Well Rd, Yale, Va. 23897.