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1946
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2019
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GENE EDMONDS Obituary
On Thursday, May 23, 2019, Gene Carey Edmonds passed away peacefully at home. A native son of the City of Hopewell, he was born to the late Herman T. Edmonds and Nettie (Threatt) Edmonds on July 3, 1946. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his sisters June Edmonds and Vera Edmonds and brother James "Jimmy" Edmonds.
After graduation from Carter G. Woodson High School, Gene served honorably in the United States Navy until 1969. Following his military service, he worked as a dedicated employee of Hopewell Public Schools for nearly three decades until his retirement in 2008.
Gene enjoyed singing in the choir at Friendship Baptist Church until his health declined. A lover of westerns, soulful music and a faithful fan of the Dallas Cowboys. In his spare time, a crossword or jigsaw puzzle was not far from hand.
Gene C. Edmonds is survived by his dedicated wife of 31 years, Wanda C. Edmonds; his three children, Dennis Hargraves, Juanita Brown (Calvin) and Jonathan Edmonds (Jessica); grandchildren, Sheree Reid, Darius Reid, Delvona Fuller, Devon Fuller, Destiny Fuller, Kanden Edmonds, Skylyn Edmonds and Mason Edmonds. Leaving behind his devoted siblings, Herman T. Edmonds Jr., Barbara Sykes (James deceased), Brenda Collins (Clifton), Robin Edmonds and Bonita Hatfield; sisters-in-law, Gloria Turner, Constance Brookins and brother-in-law, George Carr Jr. Also left to mourn his passing, the patriarch of the Edmonds family, his uncle Campbell Ray Edmonds, along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services for Gene C. Edmonds will be held at Bland and Tucker Funeral Homes, 1500 Arlington Road, Hopewell, VA 23860, on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. Family is asked to assemble at 12:00 p.m. the day of the service at 1824 Freeman Street, Hopewell, VA 23860. Interment will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019, at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society, amp.cancer.org, in honor of his memory.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the kind and committed staff at the Virginia Cancer Institute in Petersburg, VA, and Encompass Home Health and Hospice who cared for our loved one during his illness.
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Memories and Condolences
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Faith Furbush (from DuPont Elementary)
May 22, 2023
Mr. Edmonds was one of the kindest people I
have ever known, and always ready to help. He was, indeed, a true gentleman. He is forever blessed.
May 31, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Rev. Dr. Linda Hunt King
May 30, 2019
My deepest sympathy, sincere condolences, and prayers for the Edmonds family. May God comfort you and give you His peace during this time.
Susan Parker
May 28, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Edmonds family. Mr. Edmonds was one of the nicest people ever. I truly enjoyed knowing him when he was working at Dupont.
May 28, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. God has an Angel for sure now .. He always had a smile on his face for everyone ..I never seen him sad or upset.He was a sweet soul.
Brenda Littlepage
May 28, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family of mr. Edmonds. Such a humble and wonderful man who was always the same and a joy to work with for many years at DuPont school. I will remember him always as a very dear friend.
May 28, 2019
Mr. Edmunds and I worked alongside each
other at DuPont Elementary School for many, many years. He was the nicest, kindest man, and would do anything asked of him. I will remember his smile, and his gentlemanly manner always. May he be blessed forever. Faith Furbush
Julie Burgess
May 28, 2019
My heart is broken! Working with you at DuPont was truly a privilege and an honor. With a heart of pure gold, you treated everyone with nothing but respect. I remember when we took you and Mrs. Edmonds out to eat for your retirement and gave you the wallet with your initials on it. You were one of a kind!!! You will be missed. Until we meet again....
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