Joyce Edwards Obituary Joyce Hudson Edwards July 4, 1948 - June 24, 2022 Courtland - Joyce Hudson Edwards, 73, passed away June 24, 2022 at Sentara Obici Hospital surrounded by her children. Mrs. Edwards was born in Weymouth, MA, a daughter of the late Donald W. and Janice Smith Hudson. She was also predeceased by two brothers, William Hudson and Edward Hudson, and one sister, Teresa Hudson. She was a graduate of Bridgewater College and a longtime educator at Southampton High School where she was an electronic classroom teacher. She enjoyed working with the students at Southampton High School and was an avid reader and tried to emphasize the joy of reading to her students. Left to cherish her memory is a daughter, Emily Edwards Johnson (Peter) of Solon, Ohio; three sons, Scott A. Edwards (Renee) of Boykins, VA, Bradley David Edwards (Carrie Mae) of Richmond, VA, and Timothy K. Edwards of Courtland, VA; one sister, Elaine Hale (Keith) of Front Royal, VA; two brothers, Donald Hudson (Judy) of Strasburg, VA and Robert Hudson (Doris) of Appomatox, VA; eight grandchildren, Gavin Edwards, Carlee Edwards, Laurel Edwards, Magnus Edwards, Silas Johnson, Simone Johnson, Wyatt Johnson, and Peyton Edwards; and a beloved niece, Danielle Rowland. A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, June 30, 2022, from 4 to 6 PM at Wright Funeral Home, 206 W. 4th Avenue, Franklin, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society at https://donate3.cancer.org Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory - Franklin on Aug. 17, 2022. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Joyce-Edwards 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/joyce-edwards-obituary?id36252305 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Joyce Hudson Edwards, a longtime educator and beloved member of her community, passed away on 24 June 2022 at Sentara Obici Hospital in Courtland, VA. Born on 4 July 1948 in Weymouth, MA, she was 73 years old at the time of her death. Joyce was a graduate of Bridgewater College and dedicated her career to teaching at Southampton High School, where she inspired many students with her passion for reading. She is survived by her four children, several grandchildren, and siblings, leaving a lasting legacy of love and education. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A gathering of family and friends was held on 30 June 2022, from 4 to 6 PM at Wright Funeral Home in Franklin, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations were suggested to the American Cancer Society. ## The Edited Obituary **Joyce Hudson Edwards** **4 July 1948 - 24 June 2022** Courtland - Joyce Hudson Edwards, 73, passed away 24 June 2022 at Sentara Obici Hospital surrounded by her children. Mrs. Edwards was born in Weymouth, MA, a daughter of the late Donald W. and Janice Smith Hudson. She was also predeceased by two brothers, William Hudson and Edward Hudson, and one sister, Teresa Hudson. She was a graduate of Bridgewater College and a longtime educator at Southampton High School where she was an electronic classroom teacher. She enjoyed working with the students at Southampton High School and was an avid reader and tried to emphasize the joy of reading to her students. Left to cherish her memory is a daughter, Emily Edwards Johnson (Peter) of Solon, Ohio; three sons, Scott A. Edwards (Renee) of Boykins, VA, Bradley David Edwards (Carrie Mae) of Richmond, VA, and Timothy K. Edwards of Courtland, VA; one sister, Elaine Hale (Keith) of Front Royal, VA; two brothers, Donald Hudson (Judy) of Strasburg, VA and Robert Hudson (Doris) of Appomattox, VA; eight grandchildren, Gavin Edwards, Carlee Edwards, Laurel Edwards, Magnus Edwards, Silas Johnson, Simone Johnson, Wyatt Johnson, and Peyton Edwards; and a beloved niece, Danielle Rowland. A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, 30 June 2022, from 4 to 6 PM at Wright Funeral Home, 206 W. 4th Avenue, Franklin, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society at https://donate3.cancer.org. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory , Franklin on 17 August 2022. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Joyce Hudson Edwards | |---------|--------------------------------| | Age | 73 years | | Birth | 4 July 1948; Weymouth, MA | | Death | 24 June 2022; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|---------------------|-------------------------------| | Joyce Hudson Edwards | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | Emily Edwards Johnson | Daughter | Solon, OH | | Scott A. Edwards | Son | Boykins, VA | | Bradley David Edwards | Son | Richmond, VA | | Timothy K. Edwards | Son | Courtland, VA | | Elaine Hale | Sister | Front Royal, VA | | Donald Hudson | Brother | Strasburg, VA | | Robert Hudson | Brother | Appomattox, VA | | Gavin Edwards | Grandchild | Unknown | | Carlee Edwards | Grandchild | Unknown | | Laurel Edwards | Grandchild | Unknown | | Magnus Edwards | Grandchild | Unknown | | Silas Johnson | Grandchild | Unknown | | Simone Johnson | Grandchild | Unknown | | Wyatt Johnson | Grandchild | Unknown | | Peyton Edwards | Grandchild | Unknown | | Danielle Rowland | Niece | Unknown | | William Hudson | Predeceased Brother | -- | | Edward Hudson | Predeceased Brother | -- | | Teresa Hudson | Predeceased Sister | -- | | Donald W. Hudson | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Janice Smith Hudson | Predeceased Parent | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Joyce Hudson Edwards was born on 4 July 1948 in Weymouth, MA. 2. She passed away on 24 June 2022 at Sentara Obici Hospital in Courtland, VA. 3. Joyce was a graduate of Bridgewater College. 4. She was a longtime educator at Southampton High School, where she served as an electronic classroom teacher. 5. Joyce was passionate about reading and emphasized the joy of reading to her students.