Mr. Vernon L. Edelmann
August 11, 1922 - December 6, 2016
Vernon was born in St Louis, MO to the late Edwin J. and Hilda [nee Leinhardt] Edelmann, he served his country in the United States Navy. He graduated from Wash U in engineering, and his life's work consisted of designing helicopter parts for AVSCOM as an Aeronautical Engineer. Vernon is survived by two daughters: Diana [John] York and Nancy [Dan] Rowton; two grandchildren: Amy [Patrick] Williams and Brian York; one great granddaughter: Mia Williams; and one brother Edwin C. Edelmann. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 53 years, Loraine [nee Mueller]; and one son, Paul. Visitation will be Thursday Dec 15 from 10:30-11:30 at Valhalla Chapel; Memorial Service will be at 11:30 followed by Full Military Honors. Interment is Private at Valhalla Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice.
Vernon was born in St Louis, MO to the late Edwin J. and Hilda [nee Leinhardt] Edelmann, he served his country in the United States Navy. He graduated from Wash U in engineering, and his life's work consisted of designing helicopter... View Obituary & Service Information