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William Roscoe Angel, known to his friends and family as "Mickey," passed away April 23, 2016. A Christian man of exemplary character, he was easy with a smile, warm to each soul he met, and the embodiment of the golden rule. Born August 3, 1933 in the tiny railroad town of Oakdale, Tennessee, he was the son of Roscoe Allen and Vassie Hillman Angel. Mickey joined the Boy Scouts at an early age and became an Eagle Scout over his many wonderful summers at Camp Pellissippi. He graduated from Oakdale High School with multiple Varsity letters and attended Tennessee Tech in their ROTC program, graduating with a degree in Chemistry. After college, he served in the Army and was stationed at Ft. McClellan in Anniston, Alabama. It was there that he met the love of his life, Dorothy Virginia Wells. He proposed to her on their third date and they were married four months later. Soon after, he got a job in Atlanta with the Pillsbury Baking Co., and they found a new church home as well, at First United Methodist Church of Atlanta, There, he and Dot joined the St. Andrew Class, where they made so many of their life-long friends. For years, Mickey pitched on the church's softball team, served on the Board of Stewards, taught Sunday School, and was a stalwart in the church choir. He performed the lead role in the Porter Place Players' rendition of The King & I, and would later lead many canoe trips down the Suwannee River, introducing a new generation of explorers to the wonders and beauties of nature. Later in his career he worked tirelessly for Handee Pak & Golden State Foods where he formed many wonderful friendships. A loving, nurturing family man and a doting father and husband, he once turned down a lucrative job that would require him to work on weekends, so that he could spend more time with his family. Mickey was a true Renaissance Man: he loved sports, music, golf, bird watching, Boggle, laughing 'til he cried, crossword puzzles, reading pretty much anything he could get his hands on, a good buffet, picking blackberries with friends and especially sharing his love of the Masters with everyone he met. An eternal optimist, he made friends wherever he went, and had many close to him who considered him the best friend they ever had. To Mickey's lasting sorrow, he was preceded in death by Dot by two and a half years; he pined for her each and every day they were apart. He is survived by his four children Steve, Larry, Sharon, & Connie (all of whom are convinced they were his favorite), along with his sister Sue, and his sons-and-daughters-in-law, Jackie, Alisa, Paul, & Mike. One of the greatest joys of his life were his grandchildren: Lauren, Beth, Carolyne, Renner, Regan, Savannah, & Kendra. His family -- both those he raised and those he adopted into his heart -- will miss him greatly. Looking for an example of how to live a rich and full life? William Roscoe Angel left us an extraordinary blueprint, and he will be missed more than words can express. The family will receive friends from 6:00 8:00 pm on Wednesday at Oglethorpe Hill. The funeral will be held there also at 2:00 on Thursday afternoon in the chapel.
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Offering my sincere condolences during this difficult time, may you find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14
JT
May 10, 2016
my condolences for your loss.
1 Thess.4:14
April 30, 2016
I met Mickey at Atlanta First UMC where we both were in the Chancel choir. He was one of the most warm and generous persons I have ever met. I will always miss the Waffle House "gang" on Weds. nights. On his 50th wedding anniversary Mickey showed everybody his wedding pictures on the big day. A great husband, father, friend and all around great person, we will miss you.
Jeff Chilcutt
April 29, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. Psalms 55 : 22.
April 29, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Angel family and friends in your hour of grief. May you find peace and comfort in the God of all comfort.
caw
April 29, 2016
To Steve, Larry, Sharon and Connie
I am so sorry for your loss...a loss for all of us of a wonderful human being. All these years later I can still hear his laugh and singing and see his happy smile. I still treasure memories of those great Suwanee canoe expeditions with Mickey in charge. I feel fortunate to consider myself one of his surrogate kids from Atlanta FMC. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Boteler
April 28, 2016
I had the honor and privilege to know Mickey through our work at GSF. Mickey was a mentor to so many but what I admired the most was he was always an absolute gentlemen in every part of his life. He was one of the most sincere, humble men i have ever met and he will be missed.
Clay Malcom
April 28, 2016
What a wonderful chance we've all had to know true angels on earth! I feel so very blessed to have known and shared the stage with the king and to have been lifted up by his laughter and his selfless heart. We will miss you, Mickey!
Harriet Wilkes
April 28, 2016
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
The best uncle I ever had.
Rusty Angel
April 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss. What a tremendous mentor to all of the Youth at First Methodist/Atlanta! May God continue to bless you with wonderful memories of Mickey Angel.
Andrea Moor Tobin
April 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort I the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7.
April 27, 2016
Larry, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May you take comfort in knowing that he is at peace. Please know that our hearts are with you, as you are loved by many.
Freida Jeter
April 27, 2016
May you find peace and comfort from our Heavenly Father as you go through this difficult time.
M M
April 27, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends. May God be with you during these troublesome times and give you the strength to endure.
M H
April 27, 2016
Mickey was an amazing and wonderful man. I had the pleasure and honor of working with him at Golden State Foods. I loved his smile because there was always a twinkle in his eyes! I knew Mickey was nothing more than an "Angel" when he walked into my hospital room to come see my new baby on her born day. Words can't express how much his visit touched me and my family.
My prayers and condolences are with the family.
Sincerely,
Melody Blount
Melody Blount
April 27, 2016
Offering my deepest sympathy to the Angel family. Sorry for your loss. May the peace of God comfort you through this most difficult time.
April 27, 2016
Mickey was a dear and special friend, and one of finest men I've ever known. I worked with him at Golden State Foods until he retired in 2004. I am a better person just to have known him, and I hold dear his smile and memories.
My condolences to his family for their loss.
Donnie Longino
April 27, 2016
Offering my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of All Comfort strengthen and care for you -2Thessalonians 2:16-17.
JW
April 27, 2016
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in memories as you rely on God for strength.
Elane (Ps.55:22)
April 27, 2016
May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time
April 27, 2016
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