Edward Paris Wickley Jr. (E.P.), 88, departed this life into eternal rest Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born March 23,1934 to the union of Rosa and Edward Wickley, Sr. and their union was blessed with two children
In 1951.5, he graduated from Central Colored High School in Louisville, KY and completed one year of college.
He served in the U.S. Navy from August 1952 – August 1956. Reserved for six years. EP noted his greatest achievement was when he was asked by Secret Service to transport the Vice President Al Gore while he was in Louisville Kentucky.
He worked as an Administrator to the county judge, President of the Neighborhood Block watch, President of First Practice Board of Ford Motor Company, President of the Fifth Division Advisory Board, and Vice President of Lakeview Board, an original member of the Playboy Social Club, and a member of the Elks.
In his leisure, he enjoyed the time traveling with his wife on vacations, and thoroughly enjoyed working in the community.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Mary Williams.
EP is survived by his wife, Fannye Spaulding Wickley; four children, Edwin (Ann), Renee (Ding), April, and Maria (Shane); 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws and other family and friends.
A celebration of his life will be Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 12:00 pm, at Metropolitan Funeral Service, 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA 23701 with Father Romeo Jazmin officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00am-12:00pm prior to the service.
Interment will follow at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk, VA 23434.
He will be sorely missed.
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John Hikes says
May 3, 2022 at 7:16 pmFannye I am sorry to hear of Ed’s death, he was a good man. God Bless You.
Imelda Jane Spalding says
May 6, 2022 at 1:00 pmFannye and family, my deepest 💔 sympathy to you all as you morn your loss of EP. May he rest in eternal peace 🙏💚❤
Jasmine Bryant says
May 9, 2022 at 9:13 amMy sincerest condolences to this family. I pray that God continues to watch over them and give them the strength to get through this difficult time. May EP rest in eternal peace ❤️🙏🏽
Damean Adams says
May 11, 2022 at 9:04 pmPlease accept my deepest condolences for everyone in your family! May God continue to guide, protect, and give understanding of all things in your time of loss. May the happy memories continue to fill your hearts, and mend the pain.God bless you’ll!
Dawn R Tomsett says
May 8, 2022 at 8:35 pmEd and Fannye were my neighbors in Louisville Kentucky. They were the sweetest couple anyone could ask for, I was heartbroken when they moved away. My thoughts and prayers are with you Fannye and your wonderful family.
Willa Jean Horsley Brewer says
May 9, 2022 at 5:32 pmTo my dear family, I send my deepest condolences and love in the passing of EP. May the love and memories you hold in your hearts comfort you during this time. His love will always be with you. Peace, Love, and Blessings. 💕
Maria Jacobs says
May 10, 2022 at 11:04 amI will miss you Dad! My heart is heavy today. Rest in Peace
Maria
Pauletta & Family says
May 11, 2022 at 10:28 amFanny, and family I’m so sorry to hear about E.P, we will continue to pray for peace and comfort. Love you Family