Celebrating the life of

Vincent Edwards

22 Oct 1979 - 02 Apr 2020

Family and friends

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22 Oct 1979

Edwards Family & Friends Vincent Lamar Edwards Born Oct. 22, 1979

22 Oct 1979

Edwards Family & Friends Vincent Lamar Edwards Born Oct. 22, 1979

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22 Oct 1980

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1995

Edwards Family & Friends Grove Heights SDA Drill Team - "Your LEEEFFFT, RIIIGGGHHHT!!!!"

1995

Edwards Family & Friends West High School Basketball

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1997

Edwards Family & Friends Chance Industries President and CEO Dick Chance congratulates Vincent, recipient of the 1997 Chance Scholarship.

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Edwards Family & Friends Wichita Beautillion Step Show

1997

Edwards Family & Friends Leading role in West High School theatrical play

May 1997

Edwards Family & Friends West High School Graduation Day

Aug 1997

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Edwards Family & Friends KU Graduation

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May 2006

R.T. Fletcher Vince Back in 2006 amongst friends. Always had a smile on his face.

May 2006

R.T. Fletcher No matter how long or short the time between seeing his friends. Vince always had a bear hug waiting for everyone.

27 May 2006

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27 May 2006

Shomari Davidson Vince, I will never forget your kind heart, acceptance, compassion, friendship, and infectious smile. Forever Loving and Missing You, Shomari

May 2007

R.T. Fletcher Hanging with Vince at a friends' gathering.

May 2007

R.T. Fletcher Good Times

May 2007

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May 2007

R.T. Fletcher More good times.

amazing man you are and were Vince. I member hanging out chillin with you in Kansas and all showing me around. U had the camry then before the mazda 626 at the time smooth whip .Great Memories I will always cherish. May God alleviate whatever pain Ya mom, Dad Sister and LeighAnn going thru with out ya loss. Gone Too Soon..

david daly20 May 2008

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R.T. Fletcher Vince

26 May 2012

R.T. Fletcher I remember this day, Vince was a great debater. Great discussions that day.

I once went to New Orleans with Vince for a conference. We had the absolute best time. While people were in session, we'd watch World Cup matches on my laptop. At breakfast, we chased small children around the breakfast room. We went out for drinks and oysters at my favorite place in NOLA. He didn't actually like oysters, but he was happy to sit wi...

Noramone PotterJun 2018

2 Aug 2018

Brittany Allen It was always a great time with Vince.

9 Jul 2019

Neet Christmas This is the day I met him (last summer) AND the day I fell in love with him. He was solid and warm and GOOD and THAT smile was infectious! I hardly knew him as long as our mutual friend. But in that short while, he became someone I wanted to know better. I CANNOT imagine how difficult this is for people who knew him LONGER or BETTER - as he only had a moment or two with me. BUT it has made ALL the difference.

I had the pleasure of working with Vincent as a member of the CAS which he supported. I was saddened to hear of his passing. Vincent was always helpful and professional to me. He was a calming influence when I was worried about conference details coming together. He always offered a helping hand and a warm smile. He will be missed.

Tina Gwilliam1 Sep 2019

Sep 2019

Clarisa Figueroa Just know that we miss your smile and wish we could celebrate your birthday this weekend.

20 Oct 2019

Carrie Edwards Never could I imagine that your 40th birthday would be the last birthday celebration I'd have with you. In true fashion you had a huge celebration at an all-inclusive, elaborate, ocean front resort in Mexico. It was the biggest celebration as you so much deserved. For me it was the best birthday that no one could ever top and I will cherish forever and ever.

7 Apr 2020

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7 Apr 2020

Michael Carpenter Sending sincere condolences to the Edwards family. A light has gone out of our lives, but our happy memories remain. Vincent will be missed dearly.

7 Apr 2020

Leigh Lawrie I always said that God broke the mold when he made Vincent. He would always say, "Awwwww...." when I told him that. I meant it. I am so honored and blessed that I was chosen to be his best friend for 21 years. I have no idea how I am going to be in this world without him. I will miss our many talks, movie and dinner dates, our times laughing together and so much more. He always, always, always had my back and loved me in a way I will forever cherish! Love you Vincent! We will be together again one day!

7 Apr 2020

DeeDee Halldjh Sending my sincere condolences to the Edwards family. Vincent will be missed my many.

You will be missed my teddy bear! Auntie will miss you oh so much!!

Jackqueline Pyles8 Apr 2020

Vincent you were loved by so many people. You will be greatly missed my Brother.

Kevin Murry8 Apr 2020

Vince was my mentor for the past years and helped me through some dark times. He will be truly missed.

Noramone Potter8 Apr 2020

8 Apr 2020

Conway Ekpo This was a good day. Just hanging out at Six Flags with Vincent and friends.

It's never expected to hear of this kind of news. I'm sorry for your loss aunty, I miss all of you and will be praying for peace and understanding. 🙏🏽

Sheldon Pyles8 Apr 2020

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8 Apr 2020

Joan Gardiner Supporting and cheering on our friend Darius at Busboys and Poets. Only one of many, but so very grateful to have such wonderful memories of Vince and our friends.

Although I worked with Vince for 12 years in the last 6 months I've talked to him more, gone to lunch with him numerous times, shared information and to just be forming this connection and to have it taken away hurts. Vince was so consistent. He was inclusive and never left anyone out. He was always considerate and was very easy to talk to and g...

Danelle Gee8 Apr 2020

Our hearts go out to the Edwards family due to your tremendous loss. Please know that we’re praying for you and just a phone call away. Bethel SDA Church and the Mann family stand with you. Blessings, Pastor Bryan W. Mann

Bryan Mann8 Apr 2020

8 Apr 2020

Joan Gardiner #InviteOnlyPuertoVallarta

8 Apr 2020

Carrie Edwards ~ I will always love you ~ And I will always keep you in my heart. Love, Your Sister

Heavenly Father, We come to you with sorrowful hearts as we think about the passing of our loved one Vincent Lamar Edwards. Although Hundreds of people have lifted their hearts to you in sincere prayer for him with faith and hope for his healing, you saw fit to answer those prayers as you saw best for him, and allowed him to rest instead. As a c...

Joyce pyles8 Apr 2020

Man bro I cant believe this ima miss you big bro such a good man loving spirit warm heated caring person but god make no mistakes you will always be loved

Demareo Baldwin8 Apr 2020

8 Apr 2020

Leigh Lawrie So many years of good times. Video created by Ericka Morris. We love you buddy!

My sincere condolences to you all I am so sorry for your loss and my loss aswell hes my cousin I don't!know what it will feel like to lose a child because I haven't Lost one that was living but I do know what it feels like to lose a sibling a grandmother or mother and I'm so sorry to hear of his loss my prayers and thoughts are with you

Gail Juniel8 Apr 2020

Still in shock and so sad about Vincent's passing. I worked closely with Vincent several years back on some actuary stuff and he was everything that folks have posted on this page: warm, extremely helpful, patient, kind, and he laughed at my jokes - always important. I loved to hear his mid-western (?) voice (I always thought it was kind of Sou...

Mary Hosford9 Apr 2020

Vince I've know you since 1998 and you're a man that I will never forget. We had some great adventures together. I pray that you are resting in peace. Until we meet again.

Justin Bryant9 Apr 2020

This is really saddening me. I am in shock. I have worked with Vince since he started at the CAS. A wonderful warm loving person. I know he is a good place . blessings! . Vince. I love you my friend.

Robert Wolf9 Apr 2020

I distinctly remember passing by Vince's office once and he called out to me and asked, "Nora, do you know any bakeries on St. John's?" (I think it was St. Johns, but it could have been somewhere else in the Caribbean.) I said, "Ha?" because I had never even been to the Caribbean before. Turns out he was researching cakes for his friend's big bir...

Noramone Potter9 Apr 2020

I really love seeing Vince when he was a kid. My heart goes out to his family. Vince was the greatest. Obviously comes from a great family!

Jeff Hansen10 Apr 2020

Very much enjoyed your friendship for over 20 years and all the things we did together and conversations in person, phone, text, and Marco Polo. You impacted so many people he positive level. That is why it’s so difficult to you have you not here with us any longer. RIP and see you on the other side! ROCKCHALK!

Mark Brooks10 Apr 2020

11 Apr 2020

Eve Marquis

Vincent or Vinchenzo as I called him was the personification of excellence and perfection. Try as I might I can not think of even one negative thing he ever said or did to anyone. He was warm, and funny, and kind, and had so much patience. This has not sunk in.

Eve Marquis11 Apr 2020

11 Apr 2020

Eve Marquis

My cousin, my brother and friend Love ALWAYS, Warren Sr.

Warren Pyles11 Apr 2020

11 Apr 2020

Eve Marquis

I went to high school with Vincent and we kept in touch over the years. Never had I met someone so genuine and kind. His smile and laugh will forever be remembered.

Keri Loy12 Apr 2020

14 Apr 2020

Clarisa Figueroa I've been trying really hard to find the courage to write on here. I still can't believe we won't be able to go to lunch or grab some coffee together. You would always grab your Jayhawk's coffee mug and stop by my office so we can walk to the kitchen for some coffee and catch up. In the 2 years I knew Vince, I got to make one of my greatest friends and it still breaks my heart that we won't get to talk for at least an hour each day. I still struggle with not calling you or texting you. Vince had the most kindest spirit, the most contagious smile and laugh. He would always talk about how much he loved Mexico, Vegas and New Orleans. He was so wise when he gave advise. He was such an amazing leader and dedicated professional too. I already miss you loving soul, and your good spirits. I was so looking forward to our trip to NOLA and going to Orlando in September. I choose to believe you are now a guardian angel to all of us that love you. Rest in Peace my friend. I will see you in the other side.

17 Apr 2020

Edwards Family & Friends For we may never know.

17 Apr 2020

Teresa Johnson This song is so meaningful and you had such a meaningful life. I miss you dearly. Love, Auntie Terri

23 Apr 2020

Leigh Lawrie Word can't express how much I miss and love you! Thank you for 21 years of the most beautiful friendship and love a girl could ever have. ❤😘