Edward Goode Butterworth

1946 - 2024

Edward Goode Butterworth

August 21, 1946 - October 30, 2024

Edward Goode Butterworth, 78, (Ed, Mr.Ed) died October 30, 2024 from Chronic Heart Failure. He leaves cherished memories to his loving wife Davene (Nim) Butterworth; his children, Edward Hatcher Butterworth (Leslie) and Melissa Connelly Butterworth (Benjamin); his bonus sons, Christopher Winters and Andrew Winters; his grandchildren, Audrey and Hatcher Butterworth; and his bonus grandchildren, Kyle Webb and Gianna Caranante, along with other family members and friends.

Ed was born in Norfolk, VA in 1946 and in 1949 his family moved to Richmond. Eddie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1964 and from St. Andrews College in Laurinberg, NC. in 1968. Upon graduating, Ed and his family moved to Woodbridge, VA where he taught Math for 3 years. In 1971, he and his family moved to Harrisonburg, VA where Ed taught high school Math and became the Head of the Math Department. In 1979, Ed and family moved to Richmond, VA where he worked for Johnson & Higgins Insurance Brokerage until J&H was bought by Marsh McLennon Companies in 1997. During his time at both companies, Ed performed actuarial duties and forcasted rates for Risk for many companies. He retired as a Senior Vice-President in 2014.

Not only was Ed a "human calculator", he was a natural athlete. Ed started bowling at age 8 and continued through high school, college and many years after. He was excited when he bowled a sanctioned 299, but was thrilled when he later bowled a non-sanctioned 300! Ed also played softball as a pitcher throughout his years and loved throwing his special pitch, "the church spinner". Ed loved playing tennis, and his children and grandchildren are outstanding in that sport. He enjoyed cutting out articles and stats from local newspapers regarding all his kids and grandkids then saving the cutouts for scrapbooks. Ed developed a love for running and ran 456 races, his favorite being the Half Marathon. Traveling, surf fishing and snow skiing were also loved. VT and JMU sports were always on our tv.

Mr. Ed was a man of many talents; besides sports, he was an artist, loved puzzles and crosswords but really adored playing bridge. He loved playing with partners Charlie and Jim, and all the people at Stonebridge.

Lastly, my Ed loved the outdoors and took pride in both his lawn, his garden and his fig tree. Ed would start seeds, plant, pick, and can his vegetables. Mr. Ed was amazing; he'll be missed by many.

Ed's Celebration of Life will be held at PCC Midlothian, 50 Old Otterdale Road, Midlothian 23113 on November 20, 2024. The service begins at 11 a.m. Please wear bright colors as we celebrate Ed's joyful life. At 12:30 p.m., a reception will be held at Salisbury Country Club.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the ASPCA or the charity of your choice.