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Ed Vick Obituary
RALEIGH
Mr. C.E. "Ed" Vick, 76, died May 13, 2011 following a brief illness. Born on November 8, 1934 in Jacksonville, FL; he was the son of the late Lucretia Dean and Edwin Vick, Sr.
Ed received his BS and MS in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in transportation and city planning from North Carolina State University. He was one of the founders of Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based engineering, planning and environmental consulting firm. As president from 1972-1992 and as chairman from 1992 to 2000, he directed the continual expansion of Kimley-Horn's services, which today include national and international engineering, planning and environmental services for transportation and land development. The firm currently employs over 1,500 people and has offices in 17 states.
Mr. Vick was a former registered professional engineer in 15 states as well as a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners. He was also a past member of the Board of Directors of the NCSU Engineering Foundation and, at the time of his death, was serving on the Board of Trustees of NCSU's Kenan Institute for Engineering, Technology & Sciences, the Meredith College Board of Trustees, the Board of Trustees of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Foundation, the Associated Baptist Press Board, as well as the NCSU Board of Visitors. He was the recipient of numerous awards, including the North Carolina State University Distinguished Engineering Alumnus and the NC Society of Engineers Outstanding Achievement Award, co-chairman of Fundraising for the Parks Alumni Center, and in 2007 was inducted into the North Carolina Transportation Hall of Fame.
He was an active member of First Baptist Church in Raleigh where he served as a deacon and presently President of his Sunday School class. He was a founding member of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF), having named the organization. Mr. and Mrs. Vick have participated in mission trips through CBF including New York City after 9/11 and the Ukraine.
Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 47 years, Laura Anne; three daughters, Jennifer Catellani and husband Bruno, of Richterswil, Switzerland; Carolyn Durham and husband Bill, of Raleigh; Elizabeth Kirkman and husband Daniel, of Concord, NC; brother, Harold Vick and wife Judy of Sebastian, FL; and nine grandchildren, Andrea and Lucas Catellani, Grace and David Durham, Ross, Ryan, Rebecca, Madison and Meredith Kirkman.
Ed's four loves in life were The Lord, His Family, Kimley-Horn and NC State. He enjoyed walks throughout the Alps in Arosa, Switzerland, relaxing in the hammock with a good book in Salter Path, NC, and cheering for his beloved Wolfpack.
Family will receive friends on Monday evening from 6-8 PM at the First Baptist Church (99 North Salisbury Street in Raleigh), with funeral services to be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 11 AM at the church. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 PM on Tuesday at Nashville Cemetery in Nashville, NC.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Mission Fund at First Baptist Church or to the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.
Arrangements with Brown-Wynne Funeral Home – St. Mary's Street.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ed Vick
Jim White
May 9, 2022
Ed was a wonderful friend.
Judy and Ed Baxter
June 10, 2011
My wife and I met Laura Anne and Ed Vick during the first day of the 2011 Women’s ACC basketball tournament. We were all waiting for the doors to open for the second afternoon game. We talked of common interests; Ed being Class of 56, I being class of 63. Both couples had children and grandchildren who we were proud of and the men had a deep desire to see N. C. State sports excel. That day, at the State boosters buffet before the Boston College game, Ed introduced us to the assembled fans as his most recently met close friends. What a wonderful gesture. It speaks of the man and his generosity to others. Today I read with great sadness that Ed had passed away. As well I learned what a long shadow he cast while he was with us, not to my amazement but with a smile. Laura Anne, it was our pleasure to have spent a little time with you and Ed in Greensboro. Judy and I extend our condolences to you and your children.
John and Carol Cook
May 28, 2011
Carolyn and David: We are so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that you are in our prayers in the days ahead.
~John and Carol Cook, Boone, NC
May 27, 2011
I have a lot of fond memories of Ed, from mowing his lawn, to cooking pigs with him, to visiting his beach house, but as I turned 50 last week, one fun story was when my dad turned 50 and we had a pig pickin for him. Ed surprised us all by having a belly dancer show up to dance for Bynum. My friends who were at the party still talk about how fun that was. I will always remember the good times.
Bud Driggers
Joy Heaton
May 23, 2011
Many people are grieving over this sudden news! As a female CBF pastor who was ordained at First Baptist in Raleigh, I always knew that Ed and Laura Anne supported me and did everything they could to help women answer God's call to minister to the least, the last and the lost. He will be sorely missed, but his legacy lives on through his children, grandchildren and ministers like me. -- The Rev. Dr. Joy Heaton
Henry Wall
May 22, 2011
Ed was a visionary who impacted many lives through Kimley-Horn and his other many associations. His optimistic good natured way made people comfortable in conversations with him. Ed provided strong leadership in growing Kimley-Horn and many people benefitted from this growth. He is surely going to be missed by those who continued to be in contact with him after his retirement. I personally appreciate all he made possible in my career. A very Good Man! Thanks Ed.
Lawrence & Jana Clayton
May 22, 2011
Mrs. Vick and family,
We were saddened to learn of Mr. Vick’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. He will be remembered as a loving, giving, and caring man – always ready with a kind comment or a memorable chuckle.
While it has been a number of years since Jana and I have lived in Raleigh, we will always miss it due to the fine people such as Mr. Vick who helped to shape it to be such an exceptional community.
Me and my wife Peggy
Steven Stewart
May 21, 2011
Dear Vick family, I give you my most sincere regrets in the passing of Mr. Vick. I remember him as a very kind, funny and generous man. Jennifer and I were girlfriend/boyfriend for a short time when we were very young. My parents are Robert and JoEllen Stewart. I wish your family the very best and know that a man like he was is in a very special place.
Steve Stewart, Little River, SC
Sherry Hennes
May 19, 2011
I will always remember your laughter and the laughter you brought to others. Your dance down the aisle of a business kick-off to "I'm so excited" still brings a smile to my face. A great contributor to the field of engineering who made a wonderful difference in the lives of so many.
In Loving Memory
Heather Cardy
May 19, 2011
Mrs. Vick, Elizabeth, Carolyn, Jennifer and family: I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your Father. I have such fond memories of him and the times we all spent together over the years. His smile, laugh, and generous nature will all be deeply missed. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family members during this most difficult time.
Deana Tredinnick
May 18, 2011
Laura-Anne and family --- I am so sorry to hear about Ed's sudden departure; you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts. I am Deana, Ann Lewis Dean's oldest daughter. I have many wonderful memories of Ed -- his laugh, his bigger-than-life presence, the family reunions you hosted. Wow...what a life he lived. I'm sure God has him engineering and building things in Heaven already! And I'm sure one of the first things Ed heard after arriving back home was 'Well done good and faithful servant!"
May 18, 2011
Laura Ann and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Ed Vick was a fine man and a kind gentleman. He was always fun to talk to and I enjoyed watching him with his children. Bert always thought so highly of him. May God bless you in this difficult time. Children, good friends and church family are certainly part of that promised comfort.
God bless,
Barbara Brown Smith
May 18, 2011
To the family of Ed Vick, I offer my deepest sympathyfor your loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. May God's love for each of you be your strenth in the days to come. You will be in my daily prayers.
Doris Rogers
Concord, NC
Kathryn Hamrick
May 16, 2011
Years ago when I was thrust unexpectedly into a leadership position with NC Baptists, Ed Vick gave me heartfelt encouragement, solid advice, and wise counsel. I will always appreciate his support and friendship. His humor was infectious, and his courage was too. We've lost a great man.
Chuck Branscomb
May 16, 2011
I am so sorry to learn that Ed has passed away. I thoroughly enjoyed all the time we spent together voluteering to support NCSU engineering. We met with many of the "power brokers" of the day - 20 years ago - and he was always cordial, displaying his great sense of humor, but persistent. It was easy to see why he was so successful with his business. Laura, may God bless you and your family.
Carlene Byron
May 16, 2011
Ed Vick was part of my introduction to the larger-than-life character that can be the South -- engaging, embracing, sometimes overwhelming, but always remarkable. My first view of his office told me that this wasn't any ordinary company I'd joined. The wall of family photos was as long and full as the wall of awards, and his desk top glittered with little crystal doodads -- I guess just because he liked them. His memory for people was phenomenal: when he learned that my husband had grown up in Meredith Woods, he quickly recalled that James' mother had "died young, didn't she?" and asked "What's his father doing now?" I found it exemplary, not surprising, that Ed's entrepreneurial vision helped to shape the CBF into the sturdy organization it so rapidly became. These days, having become accustomed to the big personalities we grow down here, the only thing I find surprising is the idea of a world that Ed doesn't have a direct hand in. More strength to all of us who learned from him.
Robert & NIta Roseveare
May 16, 2011
Laura Ann, Jennifer, Carolyn and Elizabeth, our hearts go out to you on this day as we remember Ed. I thank the Lord that you indicated that his love was for the Lord. I have known Ed since we went to graduate school together at NC State and worked on the North Carolina Highway Research projects which helped pay our way through State. I enjoyed working with Ed so much and then at all the Traffic Engineer Conventions, Southern Section and the National. We loved to see Ed and Laura Ann. Ed was so special that he came to our wedding from Memphis and found the small town of Madden, Mississippi. I actually went to work with Kimley-Horn reigh after graduation to work of a project which they had for a new freeway through Durham, NC. Ed was such a joy to be with as we traveled the state together and then worked on our degrees together. I have know him since 1958.
It was a blessing the last time with had dinner with you Laura Ann and Ed and Harvey and Hilda in North Atlanta when you all were down for the Basketball tournament.
Jesus said, "For God so loved the world that whosoever believes in Him will have eternal life." Ed is now with the Lord in Heaven.
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; If it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you." John 14:1-2. May God bless you and give you peace. Nita and Bob Roseveare, Stone Mountain, Georgia.
Bill Leonard
May 16, 2011
With deep gratitude for Ed's great friendship, encouragement, and faith. (He was also great fun!) Much love to Laura Anne and his family in these days.
Jimmy Nickell
May 16, 2011
Laura Anne, Jennifer, Carolyn, and Elizabeth,
I hurt for you all at the loss of the Champion Among Men, a real Baptist in today's world. I had the great pleasure of serving 17 years with this great friend on the Board of Directors of Associated Baptist Press. I always enjoyed his wisdom in good decisions regarding some difficult situations. Ed was a thorough thinker and not timid about his decisions even though they might have fallen on unpopular ears! He was always a great asset to our cause. He was a very good friend as well and we spent many hours enjoying that friendship that I will always remember. He will be missed greatly and he will not be easily replaced.
So, each of you live with a memory of a man who gave of himself selflessly and un-hesitantly to those he cared about and those organizations and institutions who were dear to him.
Jimmy Nickell, Director, Associated Baptist Press
Lewis Strong
May 16, 2011
To Ed's Family & Friends,
My sincere condolences on your loss, I have pleasant memories of chatting with Ed on occasion, and of our daughters playing soccer together. He will be much missed by the engineering profession as well as the other causes he supported.
Lynn Daniel
May 16, 2011
Have have nothing but the fondest memories of Ed. I had the great pleasure of working with him on the Alumni board at NC State. I knew of his love of the University. Perhaps more than anything I will remember that infectious sense of humor. Here's to Ed and a life well lived.
Cameron Davidson
May 16, 2011
My immediate impression upon meeting him for the first time was that he was a man of great character and strength. I was saddened to hear of his passing. His family is in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss.
Laura and Ben Aiken
May 16, 2011
Dear Carolyn, Bill and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and we are here for you if you need anything at all. I can tell what a special person Mr. Vick was to all those he touched.
Katie Blaylock
May 16, 2011
Ed Vick was such a good man who truly “walked the walk” when it came to his Christian faith. This is a difficult time for everyone whose life he touched and he touched a lot of people.
I can’t come to the funeral but I will be there in spirit as you celebrate his life. And I will keep you and the entire Kimley-Horn family in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Pressley
May 16, 2011
The prayers of First Greensboro are with you, Laura Anne and children. We will miss seeing Ed with you in our pews, at your occasional visits with us. But we will remember your vast contributions to our lives and to our common witness. For our entire congregation . . .
Julene McPhaul
May 16, 2011
Dear Laura, We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. After our children grew up we did not see one another often, but we knew you were there. It made us feel good to have neighbors like you and Ed. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you greatly and keep you strong during the coming days.
Sincerely, Julene and Elbert McPhaul
Robert & Jo Ellen Stewart
May 16, 2011
Ed's quick smile, contagious laughter, and encouraging words have been blessings to many through the years. We are thankful for his friendship and fellowship while we were members at FBC, Raleigh. We are grateful for his consistent Christian witness through his church, CBF, and the many other ministries in which Ed invested his life. Our sympathy and prayers extend to his dear wife and children.
Liz, Tom, Kyle and Austin Rohweder
May 16, 2011
Mrs Vick, Jennifer, Carolyn, Lizzie and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Mr Vick's passing. I will always remember his big smile and enthusiastic personality. We hope you are comforted by all the good memories of your Dad. He was a special person and has a very special family.
Love,
Dennis Howard
May 16, 2011
NC State has lost a great Alumnus and supporter. Ed was instrumental in making NC State a better place. Thanks Ed and may God bless the family. Dennis Howard,Alumni President-2010
May 16, 2011
Laura Ann and family our sympathys are with you, although we know Ed is in a better place it is difficult for those of us left behind. Many of us here at CBF would like to be with you all at this time, our shcedules will not allow evryone to attend. Please know that our prayers and thoguhts are with you.
Gary Skeen, President Church Benefits Board of CBF
Jim Harrill
May 16, 2011
Dear Carolyn, Bill and family,
Our thoughts and sympathy in the loss of Mr. Vick......
LaCount & Anna Anderson
May 15, 2011
We are grateful for Ed Vick's support of our work at Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Our prayers are with the family at this time. "LaCount and Anna Anderson, CBF Global Field Personnel serving in Northeastern NC.
David, Anita, Andrew, and Aaron Layton
May 15, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this time. You are a very special family to us.
Joann Cooper
May 15, 2011
Laura Ann and Family:
Corbin and I are out of town in Currituck County and have just read of Ed's passing. Our hearts are saddened especially for your personal and church family as well as for those city, state, university, national and international business and missionary relationships so affected by this loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Just yesterday, we met a young lady from the Ukraine working in Dare County who loves being with American people. Folks like you and Ed obviously left that wonderful impression in many lands. We are grateful for all our memories of Ed and your wonderful life together. Love in Christ.
Kenneth Dierks
May 15, 2011
Ed was an inspiration to all of us at Kimley-Horn and Associates. He has always been the spirit hovering above all we do. He is revered within the firm. What a wonderful legacy he has left. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Jerelyn (Sweigard) Lawrence
May 15, 2011
Mrs. Vick and family,
I played soccer with Carolyn for many years on the 68 Spartans. I will always remember Mr. Vick cheering loudly for our entire team. He would always have great big bear hugs and a big smile for all of us following games.
May you find comfort in your many wonderful memories!
PHIL KIRK
May 15, 2011
Ed Vick was "one of a kind." His candor, tempered by love for all and for God overall, was a real plus. Ed loved everything he participated in but was not afraid to challenge the "status quo." He loved his family, his church, NC State and Meredith College, and his professional ties. We need more "Ed Vicks" in our society and hopefully more of us will step forward to attempt to take his place. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family whom he was totally dedicated to.
Trish Cook Britt
May 15, 2011
All the Vick family,
So sorry to hear Mr. Vick passed away. I have many fond memories of going to the beach with your family at Salter Path. Praying for you all during this time.
Robert and Janet Pitchford
May 15, 2011
I met Ed in 1983 when he as Kimley-Horn's president, and his people had dinner with Bob Hutcheon,our President and our people in an exploratory meeting to evaluate the merging of our two firms. I was so impressed with Ed, his pleasing personality and charming ways of making you feel you were his best friend. And that feeling only deepened as time went by. The merger was obviously very succesful and allowed the vision and expectations of this great man to lead this combined firm to unparalled successes. I know he will be missed by his family but the "original merger family" of K-Horner's will always remember that he was the "man of the hour" and will never be forgotten!
We all will mourn his death, yet fully knowledgeable that he is with Jesus now, his Saviour, another very close friend, and we will pray for Laura Anne and the family in this hour of loss.
Terri O'Hare
May 15, 2011
I worked at KHA for several years and it was a pleasure meeting Ed, receiving his warm handshake, his exuberant smile and thoughtful comments. Ed was a man with a vision, not just a technical professional and founder. While all the managers had their different styles, Ed's was the positive, expressive 'bear hug' style. On my first trip to Raleigh to present the corporate photography results in the board room, it was Ed who exclaimed "This is the photography we deserve!", while others commented on the budget. How could you not love Ed Vick? He was the big picture, the long vision and the warm, open heart.
I trust his family, close friends and colleagues feel as I do, that we're so lucky to have known and worked with a fine man like Ed Vick, in a firm like Kimley-Horn.
Reta and Dennis Strecker
May 15, 2011
Laura Ann, we were all so sad to hear of Ed's death. He was such a wonderful and generous man who enjoyed life to its fullest. We will pray that God will give you and your family strength during this difficult time.
Mel Howell
May 15, 2011
Elizabeth, we were sad to hear the loss of your father. Our Love and Prayers go with you during this season of life. Uncle Mel and Gail
Tammy Stocks
May 15, 2011
Ed was an advocate and great supporter of CBF Global Missions and we were honored to have him as one of our partners in Gypsy Ministries. Our thoughts and prayers are with Laura Anne and his family. Tammy & Ralph Stocks, CBF Field Personnel, Bucharest, Romania
David Robinson
May 15, 2011
Ed will be missed and fondly remembered by all in the transportation profession in North Carolina. His legacy lives on in the minds and hearts of all who met and got to know him.
May 15, 2011
Laura Ann and girls, we were saddened to hear of Ed's death. It was always a joy to be in his company. We offer our deepest sympathy and condolences. Our thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow and remembrance are with you.
Eb and Katherine Peters
Jim White
May 15, 2011
Ed was a great friend to Barbara and me for 54 year
Lucille Yancey
May 15, 2011
An inspiration to everybody who served with him on any committee. He was always enthusiastic about any task he tackled.
May 14, 2011
A Heartfelt Message
Laura Ann and family,
I am very saddened to hear of Ed's passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very trying time. May the memories shared and the love surrounding you help you through the days ahead.
Evelyn Cook and Family
Dean Dickens
May 14, 2011
Ed Vick was a Baptist's kind of Baptist, a Christian's kind of Christian, and a man's kind of man. He rubbed shoulders with the elite of society but he gave his heart to the most neglected of society. Ed was the kind of man I think Jesus would have liked to "hang out with." I know I did. He was my great friend and I will miss him.
Laura Ann, I grieve for you and the girls. I grieve for myself and Karr La. But I rejoice for Ed. "Well done, good and faithful servant!"
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