NEW KENT — Edgar August Browning, 68, retired sergeant homicide detective with Hampton Police Department CAP Unit, began his walk with Jesus in heaven Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020.
He served his country in the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy Seabees Reserve and his community in the Hampton City Police Department. He was a business owner and an author of several roadbuilding books and Shovel Magazine.
He was born and raised in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, along with his siblings, Albertina Sullivan and David Browning, where he first discovered his love of roadbuilding and heavy construction equipment. This passion is what led to the books, magazines and websites that he poured himself into after retirement. He enjoyed traveling across the United States, where he met numerous like-minded friends who meant so much to him.
For those who knew him well, his love for playing basketball was apparent; so much so, that he turned his garage into a half basketball court. He enjoyed playing the game with his son, Edgar, church members and anyone else he could find.
Edgar’s love for Jesus and his JCF Church family was one of the most important parts of his life. He strongly believed in the church’s vision for the Ark Complex and how, through sports, it will encourage family and faith within and beyond the community.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Albertina Browning; and brother, David Browning.
Edgar is survived by his wife, Peggy; children, Edgar Jr. (Carol), Adam and Amy (Austin); stepchildren, Stephanie and Jennifer; grandchildren, Aubrey and Bean; sister, Albertina Browning Sullivan; sister-in-law, Mira Browning; nephews, David II, Dan and Jason; along with other relatives and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22, at Journey Christian Fellowship Church, 2587 New Kent Highway, Quinton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Journey Christian Fellowship Church. #EDGARSTRONG
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