Edward Charles Vancil

1941-2026

Edward Charles Vancil, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away in 2026 at the age of 84.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon Anne Vancil; his son Bryan (Beth) and their children Trey (Emma), Kennedy, Miranda, and Zoey, and Trey and Emma's children Henry and Bennett; his daughter Brett and her children Lucy and Libby; his son Brad (Cheryl) and their children Beau and Cort; and his son Brent (Carrie) and their children Max and Cora. He was also a dear cousin and friend to many.

A respected attorney, Edward was a member of the Missouri Bar and the St. Louis County Bar Association for 50 years. He practiced law with dedication and integrity throughout his long career.

Edward was an avid member of the St. Louis Area Bassmasters and a private pilot. He loved fishing, water sports, and adventure. He was the biggest fan of all his children's and grandchildren's sports.

Edward will be remembered for his deep love of family and the quiet strength he brought to those around him. Family was the center of his life, and he leaves behind a lasting legacy of devotion.

He will be deeply missed.

Services: Funeral Mass at Most Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Eureka, Friday, August 21, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation 1 hour prior to the Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Backstoppers, Inc. Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.