Alexander Henry Edgar III Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Alexander Henry Edgar III, 69, of Rocky Hill, beloved husband of Virginia (McCoy) Edgar, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3, 2021. He was born in Hartford, CT, the son of the late Alexander and Mary (Maraschiello) Edgar. He was a graduate of Rocky Hill High School, class of 1970. Al retired from General Dynamics, Electric Boat division in 2013 after 37 years of service. He was a coach of many sports teams over the years. He coached the Cromwell Lions football team, was a dedicated coach of the Rocky Hill Little League, was instrumental in forming a girls softball team in Rocky Hill and later coached football at Xavier High School.Many of his players have kept in touch with him through the years. He also volunteered as a religious instructor. In retirement, Al enjoyed taking his grandsons on an adventure any chance he could. He also played guitar in the band CC and the Gearheads. He was a dedicated husband, Father and Grandfather who never missed any of his Grandson’s games. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing and the beach. Besides his wife Virginia of 46 years, he leaves his children, son Alexander Edgar IV and wife Christine of Granby, daughter, Ginny Brown and husband Scott of Cromwell. Grandson’s Alex, Nick, Jacob, and Hunter. A sister Prudence Edgar, Nephew and Godson Lee Giordano and wife Nicole, Nieces Carmella, and Gianna. Everyone who knew Al, could count on him to be there in a minute’s notice if they needed him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Granby/East Granby, Cromwell or Rocky Hill Little League. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the funeral services will be private but please join the family for the graveside committal and burial in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill on Friday, May 7, 2021 at approximately 11:00 AM. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 6 PM to 8 PM at the funeral home. Masks are required throughout the services. Please share online expressions of sympathy, memories, or photo tributes at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com