Hugh Edward Spivey

Hugh Edward Spivey, 87, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on January 6, 2023. He has been a member of Monumental United Methodist Church since 1935. He was a native of Portsmouth and a 1954 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. Hugh continued his education obtaining an Associates in Fire Science from Tidewater Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Old Dominion University. He was a Naval Veteran of the Korean War and extremely proud to have served on the USS Antietam. The USS Antietam was one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers built during and shortly after World War II for the United States Navy. Hugh was employed with Portsmouth Fire Department from 1958-1983 retiring as a Captain and during this period he also operated his own electrical contracting business. Shortly after retirement he worked at Naval Facilities Engineering Command as an Engineer Tech until retiring once again in December 2000. Hugh was an Eagle Scout, and a member of the Eagle Scout Association. Hugh was a very social person and enjoyed many activities and organizations. He was a 60 year member and Past Master of Western Branch Masonic Lodge # 189, a member of Churchland Masonic Lodge # 276, Portsmouth Scottish Rite, 50 year member of the Khedive Shrine Center where he held various offices within the Temple. He also was a member and Past Patron of the Mirian Chapter Order of Eastern Star and the Portsmouth Moose Lodge # 898. Hugh was predeceased by his parents Phyllis and Edward Spivey. He is survived by his Best Friend and Companion Marjorie Askew; two sons Edward Spivey, Gary Spivey and his wife Debi; two daughters Cheryl Spivey, Karen Wright and her husband Patrick; two granddaughters Caitlin Wright and Courtney Courson and husband Kevin; two great-grandchildren Maddox and Calla Courson; along with many devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Hugh suggested memorial contributions to the Shriners Hospitals for Children or Monumental United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held at 11 am Wednesday, January 11, 2023, in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel with Masonic Rites with Reverend Ray Edmonds officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home one hour prior to the service.