Judith “Judy” Hogg Edwards, 76, of Newport News, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019, after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. She was the daughter of the late Percy Everett Hogg and Ettamae Smith Hogg.
Born in Newport News, Judy grew up in Dandy York County, along with her late brother, Percy Everett Hogg Jr. She graduated from Warwick High School and received a B.A. in Marketing and Business Administration, cum laude, from Christopher Newport College, now Christopher Newport University. Judy retired from Knoll Inc. in 2002.
Judy was active in her community, proudly contributing to and serving numerous local organizations, including the James River Garden Club, Junior League of Hampton Roads, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Altar Guild, Hampton Yacht Club and Daughters of the American Revolution. She had a lifelong love of the water, choosing to spend much of her free time on it or nearby. Judy was an avid boater, a passion she shared with her husband, Greg. Whether racing sailboats or cruising the bay, you could always find the pair enjoying life together.
To her friends and family, Judy will be remembered for her warmth, sincerity and infectious smile. She was loving and thoughtful, always putting the needs of others before her own.
Judy is survived by her devoted husband, Greg Edwards; daughters, Jennifer Hall, Laura Freed and Logan Edwards; son-in-law, Chris Hall IV; grandchildren, Madeline, Christian, Lillian, Gabe and L’ea; cousins, Stephen P. Ham Sr., Stephen P. Ham III, Betty Bartek and numerous other cousins. She was preceded in death by her brother, Everett; and immediate family members, Anne and Carthur Watson, Elizabeth and Coleman Shields and Peggy and Steve Ham.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Monday, July 15, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, at St. Andrews Episcopal Church with a reception following in the Parrish House. The Rev. Anne Kirchmier will officiate services. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Grafton Christian Church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 45 Main St., Newport News, VA 2360; or Home Away From Home, 10701 W. Baseline Rd. Little Rock, AR 72209.
Share online condolences with the family at Peninsula Funeral Home.
