Richard Edgar Hurd

1931 - 2022

Virginia Beach â€" Richard Edgar Hurd, 91, passed peacefully on December 28, 2022 in Virginia Beach, VA. He was born in Liverpool, England December 20, 1931 to Albert Edgar and Louisa Sumner Hurd of West Derby, Liverpool. Edgar attended the Liverpool Collegiate School. He went on to serve two years in the Royal Air Force where he received excellent remarks for his duty as Drill Sergeant. He then studied accounting with H. Foulks Lynch & Co. of London for four years before immigrating to the United States in 1959. He continued to work in the field of accounting, financial planning and insurance for his entire career.

Edgar excelled in swimming and was a finalist at the English Nationals at age 17. He also enjoyed participating with the local Rugby Clubs while still in Liverpool. He had many hobbies, some of which included photography, gardening, sailing, theater and playing piano. In 1982, Edgar was the navigator in a three man crew on a sailboat they sailed by celestial navigation from Annapolis, MD to Hamilton, Bermuda. He was thrilled to find upon arrival in Bermuda, pubs and pints.

Edgar served on the Board of Directors for the Little Theater of Virginia Beach, as president at one time and appeared on stage in a play or two. He was the unofficial photographer for many years for the First Colonial High School Patriot's Playhouse, which he enjoyed immensely.

Heart felt appreciation and thanks are warmly extended to the care givers and staff at Atlantic Shores Harbourway and Marina Bay.

Edgar is survived by his loving daughter Elizabeth Hurd Jones and her family; husband Kenneth M. Jones and daughter Olivia Hannaway Jones who was adored by her Grandad. He also leaves behind Elizabeth's mother Shirley Hurd Anderson with whom he always remained friends, along with several nieces, nephews and dear friends.

As per Edgar's request, there will be no service. Perhaps instead, enjoy a pint of Guinness or a "cuppa" with a Welsh toast to Good Health.

"Iechyd Da".