Edwin A. Figueroa

Edwin A. Figueroa, age 62, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on March 5, 2023. Edwin was born on July 18, 1960, to Edwin and Judith Figueroa in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. When Edwin was a child, his family moved from Puerto Rico to Brooklyn, NY. Throughout his youth, Edwin enjoyed collecting baseball cards and watching baseball games on television. He also prioritized his academics. In 1978, he graduated with honors from Eli Whitney Vocational High School in Brooklyn. In 1980, Edwin met the love of his life, Patricia. Edwin and Patricia courted for a brief time before their wedding on November 14, 1980. They created in love three beautiful daughters: Melissa, Jessica, and Jennifer. Edwin and Patricia were married for 42 years. In 1982, Edwin started his career at the Social Security Administration and quickly climbed the ladder of success. Throughout his tenure, Edwin positively impacted the lives of many New Yorkers and was an instrumental figure in his Far Rockaway, Queens community. In 2016, Edwin retired from the Social Security Administration after 34.5 years of service. Edwin and Patricia relocated to Richmond, Virginia, post-retirement. In his leisure, Edwin enjoyed playing card games, shooting pool, bowling with his league and talked excitedly about his teammates. Edwin loved to boast about his dynamic bowling team in addition to the NY Yankees and NY Giants, his favorite sports teams. Edwin’s smile was infectious, and he was quite the comedian. He often told jokes, which included punch lines such as “take it easy big fella," "too bad," and other funny yet random dad jokes. Edwin was a great cook and enjoyed preparing delicious meals for his family. He cherished his family and loved spending every moment with them. Edwin relished lifting the spirits of others. He often encouraged others using the most inspiring messages of hope and faith. Edwin's uplifting words and actions were anchored by his church home, the United Nations Church of Richmond, Virginia. The United Nations Church helped to galvanize Edwin's dedication to the Lord. Edwin is predeceased by his parents Edwin and Judith. Edwin is survived by his wife Patricia, daughters Melissa (Daryl), Jessica (Olatokunbo), and Jennifer (Thomas); his adored grandchildren Kombs, Malia, Swift, Jaxon, Jayce, and Greyson; siblings Luis Figueroa, Aura Figueroa; brother from ‘another mother’ Robert Walker; nieces Michelle, Jazmine, and Christina; nephew James; along with a host of family and close friends.

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Edwin A. Figueroa

July 18, 1960 - March 5, 2023