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1933 Edward 2022

"Fat Man"

February 14, 1933 — May 11, 2022

Edward Lee Vinson Sr.: also known as "Fat Man" Born February 14th 1933 to the late John Henry and Susie Rose Vinson. He departed this life on May 11th 2022 at the age of 89.

Edward was a member of laborers local 423. He was a construction worker by trade. He was an avid sportsman that enjoyed hunting and fishing and spent many leisure hours doing what he loved most. He was a kind man; very outspoken and was not afraid to voice his opinion.

He is preceded in death by his wife of many years Barbara (Lowe) Vinson and son Edward Lee Vinson Jr. His parents John Henry and Susie Rose Vinson, brothers; Henry, West, Eugene (Jinky } and Johnny (JV) . Sisters: Marcella, Lorraine, and Georgeann He leaves to cherish his memory: half-sister Loretta, son Keith {Sarah} and Daughter Ethel (aka Candie), 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren also a host of friends and family members.

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Visitation

Friday, May 20, 2022

1:00 - 2:00 pm (Eastern time)

Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service

720 East Long Street, Columbus, OH 43203

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Funeral Service

Friday, May 20, 2022

2:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service

720 East Long Street, Columbus, OH 43203

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