Fred R. Edwards, of Virginia Beach, entered glory Friday, Dec. 13, 2019. He was born Sept. 9, 1928, in Selma, North Carolina, to Alton and Essie Edwards. His only sibling died in childhood.
He was a very hard-working, gentle giant who found it hard to retire. He worked until he was 86 years old. He loved being around people, and they loved him. His employment included 12 years at Hester TV, 25 years at Brinks Armored Truck and 25 years with the Virginia Beach school system, assisting handicapped children on and off the buses.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Jean West Edwards; daughters, Gloria (Steven) and Ellen (Lee); and sons, Chuck and Brian. His long legacy includes 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
There will be a celebration of his life held at 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 20, at Light of Hope UMC, 208 S. Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach. Visitation will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. prior to services at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in his memory to Light of Hope Methodist Church.
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