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Edward Lee Vaughan VIRGINIA BEACH - Edward Lee "Eddie" Vaughan, 66, escaped the bonds of this life in exchange for his eternal rest with Christ Nov. 6, 2009, at the family home in the Pungo Community of Virginia Beach. Visitation will be Tuesday, Nov. 10, between 5 and 8 p.m. at the Southside Chapel of Altmeyer Funeral Home, located at 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. A celebration of Eddie's life will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Charity United Methodist Church, 4080 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457 at 2 p.m. with the Revs. Bob Sharp and Jim Williams officiating. Burial will follow immediately at Charity Cemetery. Eddie was born in Virginia Beach to Ervin and Daisy Vaughan on Jan. 23, 1943. He graduated from Princess Anne High School and attended Kees Business College. Eddie married his wife Nancy on Dec. 29, 1979 at Charity Church. An active leader in the Virginia Beach farming community, Eddie distinguished himself by serving as president of both Virginia Beach Farm Bureau and Creeds Ruritan Club. He was named Outstanding 4-H Alumni and received the coveted 4-H All Star Award. He provided leadership to the Virginia Beach 4-H Livestock Club for many years. He served on the Virginia Pork Board, received the Pork All-American Award, and was named the 1979 Agriculture Man of the Year. In 2008, he was honored as Lifetime Member in Ruritan and in Farm Bureau. Eddie is survived by Nancy Vaughan; son, Mark Vaughan, (Kim Burnop-Vaughan); daughters, Melinda Vaughan Saunders (Mike Saunders), Rebekah Vaughan Albert (Jimmy Albert), Kellye Vaughan Gentry (Jason Gentry), Whitney Vaughan Williams (Hunter Williams), and Amy Vaughan; twin brother, Bobby Vaughan and wife Karen; sister, Kathy Vaughan -Lloyd and husband Bill; grandchildren, Molly Vaughan, Avah Albert, Logan and Leah Gentry, and Daisy Williams. Memorials may be made to Virginia Beach 4-H Livestock Club, the Ervin Vaughan Memorial Scholarship Fund, or CurePSP.org. The family extends heartfelt thanks to Sentara Hospice Nurse Linda Wins, Dr. John Patterson, Home Health Aide Cynthia Hill, and the many friends and neighbors who have faithfully provided love, care, and prayer support throughout Eddie's extended illness. Condolences may be made to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 9, 2009.

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November 16, 2009

Dear Nancy and family, I just learned about Eddie's death last Friday. I an so sorry. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Rita Hughes

Kellye Vaughan

November 13, 2009

God saw you getting tired,
and a cure was not meant to be,
so he put his arms around you,
and whispered "Come to me."
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as you slowly passed away,
although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
A Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
he only takes the best.

Buddy & Diana Allen

November 12, 2009

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, understanding that no words can really help to ease the pain of your loss, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad and difficult time.
We feel so fortunate to have know Eddie as a friend and will cherish his memory always

November 11, 2009

To the Eddie Vaughan family:
It is with deepest sympathy that today you will have to say a final goodbye, but know that God's stength will lessen the hurt and help you with days ahead. Our heartful thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Theresa & Dave LePere

November 11, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of terrible grief..May all of your cherished memories help to ease the pain a little each day. Knowing Eddie is on your shoulders all the way watching out for you. Rhonda & Charlie Forbes & Family

George & Debbie Boomer

November 11, 2009

Lord we pray that you place your loving arms around Eddie's family and friends on this difficult day to give them comfort. He is truly loved and will be missed by all.
Sincerely,

Miriam Tate

November 10, 2009

Dear Nancy and family,
Love to all of you. I can't imagine what you have been through. I am glad that Eddie is free now of his stricken body. I will continue to pray for all of you as you continue without him and begin your own healing journey.

Don and Wanda Solomon

November 10, 2009

Dear Nancy and Family,

You have endured, loved, and run the race of faith during Eddie's illness. We are sorry for your loss and have assurance that we will all meet in heaven, in His time. Accept the help that is being offered around you for friendship, so that you may be strengthened by the hundreds of friends who know the family. Remember the wonderful times when he was well and keep his memory with joy in your hearts.

Dusty & Patty Halstead

November 10, 2009

May all of you find some comfort in the wonderful memories you shared together.

Melvin Atkinson

November 10, 2009

The whole community grieves with you. I hope that you and the family will lean on us in your time of sorry. Virginia Beach has been blessed by Eddie and we will surely miss him. Know that we will do whatever we can to ensure that his legacy lives on in future 4-H members.

Betty Laughinghouse

November 10, 2009

Know that Ed and I grieve with you and are sad that we cannot be there to comfort you. We both remember Eddie as a wonderful man who cherished his family, enjoyed life with a good sense of humor, and served his community well.

November 9, 2009

OUR HEARTS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
THE MCQUILKIN FAMILY
P.S. EDDIE WILL ALWAYS BE SITTIN' ON THE STOOL
AT BRINKLEYS EATING ONE OF THOSE YUMMY MRS. BRINKLEY SANDWITCHES ON A HOT SUMMER DAY! HAYDEN

Megan Kramer

November 9, 2009

I'll miss seeing Eddie at the 4-H show and not being able to talk to him. He had a great life with us all. He was a great person. I'll pray for his family and friend's.

November 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers, as well as our sympathy are with all of you at this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Stephen and Chantal Robinson~ Westminster, Md.

Sherry McLaughlin

November 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please call if I can do anything!

Tom & Kerry Jankowski

November 9, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bob and Ginny Loeffler

November 9, 2009

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back on memories help comfort you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlie & Darlene Kemp

November 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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