Edgar August Browning

October 4, 1952 - November 17, 2020

On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, Edgar A Browning, a retired Sgt. Homicide Detective with the Hampton Police Department CAP Unit, began his walk with Jesus in Heaven. He served his country in the Army and Sea Bee Reserves and his community in the Hampton City Police Department. He was a business owner, an author of several road building books, and Shovel Magazine. He was born and raised in Woonsocket, RI 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 US 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 his brother, David Browning. Edgar is survived by his wife, Peggy; his children Edgar Jr (Carol), Adam, Amy (Austin); step-children 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 on Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00 at Journey Christian Fellowship Church, 2587 New Kent Highway, Quinton, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Journey Christian Fellowship Church at the address above or online at www.arkcomplex.com #EDGARSTRONG