Edward William Vonderhorst

Edward William “Ed” Vonderhorst, of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, September 25, 2026.

He was born on May 24, 1949, in Paterson, New Jersey, to Ruth Eva and Richard William Vonderhorst.  In 1969, Ed was drafted into the United States Army and served in Vietnam until 1971 as a Reconnaissance Specialist assigned to the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, famously known as the Blackhorse Regiment. His service reflected his courage, dedication, and commitment to his country.

After returning home from Vietnam, Ed established a lifelong career in the printing industry. He ultimately retired as a Senior Specialist of Printing and Quality Control. Ed was preceded in death by both his parents, Ruth and Richard Vonderhorst; his older sister, Ennis Steo; his first wife and mother to his only child, Teresa “Terry” Vonderhorst; and his second wife, Gail Pierson Vonderhorst.

He is survived by his son, Carl Edward Vonderhorst; his grandsons, Charles Armand Vonderhorst and Lucas Edward Vonderhorst; his last love, Donna F. White; and siblings, Dawn Tepper and Rick Vonderhorst.

Ed will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his military service, his professional dedication, and the lasting impression he made on those who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Spann Funeral Home in Dickson, TN, with a service to immediately follow at 7:00 p.m.

Interment with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 9, 2026, at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery located at 7931 McCrory Ln, Nashville, TN.

The family thanks all those that knew Ed for their love and support during this difficult time. They ask that, in lieu of flowers, charitable donations be made in honor and memory of Edward W. Vonderhorst to Disabled American Veterans (DAV.org).

Arrangements entrusted to Spann Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located in Dickson, Tennessee.

Spann Funeral Home serves families throughout Dickson County including Dickson, Charlotte, Burns, White Bluff, Fairview, Bon Aqua, Lyles, and Cumberland Furnace, as well as other surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.