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Henry WYATT Obituary
Born in Sullivan County, Tenn., he was a resident of Hampton since 1933. Pop was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Anne Wyatt; and brothers, Frank and Ralph Wyatt.
Pop graduated from Newport News High in 1942 before going into the Navy. He was with the 'underwater demolition squad' until receiving an honorable discharge because of injuries received. During his time in the Navy he took up boxing, once going three rounds with Champion Rocky Garciano.
Pop had many hobbies including fishing, hunting, and playing cards. But his main hobby was auto racing. Pop started his career at Dude Ranch now known as Langley Speedway. He was credited with winning the first sportsman race at the track. Later in his career he raced the 'Flying Mile' at Daytona, averaging 142 mph in a 1963 Pontiac. Pop ran many tracks up and down the east coast winning his share of races. Later Pop would turn his efforts towards helping his son, grandsons, and great-grandsons race. From 1995 to 2002, Pop helped with the major reconstruction of Langley Speedway where he developed many valuable friendships and left a major impact on all.
In 2009 he joined First Baptist Church where he accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized. Pop made many friends while attending church there.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lorraine Wyatt. Between he and his wife they have four children who also survive, Wayne Wyatt and his wife, Shannon, Teresa Miller and her husband, Larry, Kathy Riemann, and William Smith and his wife, Sherrie. He also has 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at First Baptist Church, 12716 Warwick Blvd., Newport News. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 3, 2010, at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Henry WYATT
TC Higdon
October 5, 2010
My thoughts and prays are with you during this time of sorrow. I'm so sorry for your loss.
ed gwaltney
October 5, 2010
what else is there to be said what a gentelman also friendly and old friend for ove 60 years i will miss him at the race track to talk old time wayne and family we both will mis s pop
ACE HORTON
October 4, 2010
AUNT RENE, TERESA, KITTY, WILLIE, GARY AND MICHAEL...PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS. WE REALLY ENJOYED THE TIMES SPENT WITH UNCLE JIM PLAYING CARDS AND FAMILY GET TOGETHERS. UNCLE JIM WAS ALOT OF FUN TO BE AROUND. WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
ACE AND DEBBIE HORTON
Gene Mahady
October 3, 2010
Wayne. My Family and I are sorry for the loss of your Dad May He Rest in Peace AND GOD BLESS..
Gail Daniels
October 3, 2010
Teresa, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences to you and your family. God Bless, Mike and Gail
Tami Parlett (Hanby)
October 2, 2010
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy
October 2, 2010
To the family Of Pop Wyatt we want to send our sincerest condolence to you all at this time and also you are all in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless you all.
Joe Michie and Family.
October 2, 2010
To the family of Pop Wyatt I would like to send my sincere condolences to you all at this time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this moment in your life. God Bless you all. Joe Michie and Family.
Tom Wilson
October 2, 2010
Kathy, sorry to read of the loss of your Dad, as you only get but one in life. It seems he accomplished much in his life, and I pray that good memories live on with you.
Tim Brown
October 1, 2010
Wayne, Casey & family - So sorry for your loss. Hold tight to the memories of a good man that lived a good life! My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Dusty Wyatt
October 1, 2010
Everytime I think of Pop I think of his layed back style and how everything, even when it wasn't, seemed under control. He always taught me the value in everything we do in life. To push hard at what we want to achieve and we will get it. He himself has achieved alot and I can only wish that I do half of the things he did. He was a Husband, a Father, a Grandfather, a Great Grandfather, a Step Father, and the list goes on just to show how completely unselfish he was with his life. He was constantly giving and hardly recieving. With everythin i got Pop i miss you and I LOVE YOU! RIP
Terry Brandt
October 1, 2010
Wayne,Chrissy,Dannie,Casey,Dusty & family,our deepest condolences go out to you in this time of sorrow! Pop was a wonderful man, he will be dearly missed by all of us!
May God Bless You All!
Brandt Motorsports
Bobby,Terry, David and Alicia Brandt Hope, Rich Nichols
Tribute to a Friend
He will live in the hearts of the friends he made
and be know always for the foundation he laid,
Because Goodness and Fairness never die-
they go shining on like the sun in the sky,
Just as Honor and Truth endure forever,
Death is powerless to destroy or to sever..
So his gallant soul has taken flight
into a land where there is no night,
He is not dead,he has only gone on to a brighter,more wonderful dawn.
earlier days @ Langley raceway POPS still tinkering
October 1, 2010
Daytona museum, Hmmm I raced these cars!!!
October 1, 2010
our room looking out on the beach Daytona
October 1, 2010
fun with Pops
October 1, 2010
Proud Son
October 1, 2010
DAYTONA 1992
October 1, 2010
Dave and Diana
October 1, 2010
We are so sad to lose Pop, and we are so lucky to have known his great and gentle strength.
Rich& Joyce Holloway
October 1, 2010
WW and the entire Wyatt clan our deepest sympathy and condolances POP will surley be missed.........he was a character,always had a smile or a good thing to say
will miss you!!!!!!!!!!!! Rich & Joyce and the gang @ JOES AUTO PARTS
Tracy Horton
October 1, 2010
Aunt Rene, So sorry to hear about Jim passing. We all know that all the pain and suffering is over and he is at peace. I will always have fond memories of him and his wisdom. I was never fortunate enough to live near the two of you, however, the time I spent around Jim I grew to know him as one of the most caring and kindest men I had ever met. He was a true gentlemen and will be greatly missed. You and the family have my deepest sympathy and will be in our thoughts and prayers. I am sorry I cannot be there. Love Tracy, Aaron and Austin
Robert Jackson
September 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Wyatt Family and friends for their loss. you are in my prayers always
Rick & Debbie Hester
September 30, 2010
Wayne,and the entire Wyatt family...Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about, words cannot even begin to express our sorrow.
Brandy German
September 30, 2010
Our Condolences to the Wyatt Family. You all are in our thughts and prayers.
German Family
Herman Munn Sr
September 30, 2010
A man of multi-talents, my favorite was his wisdom;
September 30, 2010
Wayne, Casey and entire family- We are so sorry for your loss. All of us at Pete's Top Shop sure did love Pop Wyatt. He was a hoot to talk & listen to. He surely left a positive impact on all he came in contact with and will be sadly missed by many. He will always hold a special place in my heart, that's for sure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
With love,
Jill,Pete & Mike
Pete's Top Shop--(Ret.)EEL Jill Racing Team
Tabatha Horton
September 30, 2010
My thoughts are with all of you.
September 30, 2010
Sorry to hear about your loss......our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kimberly (Hinnant) Triplett
September 30, 2010
Wayne, Chrissy, and all the Wyatt family, I extend my heartfelt sympathy at your loss of Pop. I know he was a great man to the world and a special man to you all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve and cherish his memory.
September 30, 2010
Thoughts and prayers with you all. Bruce Caneup.
September 30, 2010
sorry to hear about pop he was a old friend sam perry
September 30, 2010
Lorraine & family - So sorry to hear about James. Sorry I can't be there but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love your sister, Bettye and family
Abigail Hester
September 30, 2010
Our condolences to the entire Wyatt family. Pop was a great man that lived an amazing and full life. His legacy will live on through your family.
September 30, 2010
Lorraine & family - So sorry to hear about James. Sorry I can't be there, but you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will talk to you soon. Love your sister, Bettye and family
September 30, 2010
Lorraine - so sorry to hear about James passing. I'm sorry I can't be there, but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hope to talk to you soon. Love, Your sister Betty and family.
September 30, 2010
Lorraine - so sorry to hear about James. I'm sorry I can't be there but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you and I will talk to you soon. Your sister, Betty & family
Rick Wertel
September 30, 2010
Wayne & Family - Pop had a very positive impact on many lives including mine. His optimistic outlook and easy going style have created memories that will live on in all of us. Robin and I share in your grief, but are relieved that he is now free of pain and on his way to bigger and better things with his savior. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless you all.
Christina Wyatt-Ward
September 30, 2010
Dear Grandpa- God has called a precious angel home, you. My heart is broken in so many pieces. I keep telling myself that you are in a better place and not in pain. But it still hurts. I'm glad I got to tell you I Love You one more time, I'm glad I got to kiss you goodnight- but I didn't get to say goodbye. I didn't want to say goodbye. So with a very heavy heart I want to thank you for being my only grandpa. I want to thank you for your only son- my dad. In you, this world got two of the most fantastic angels. The Wyatt family is your legacy and I think you know that you got it so right! That being said, I will not say good-bye, but say see you later. Because with Gods help, we will see each other again and we will hold each other and you will say to me as you always have- "I Love You Sweetheart." RIP my precious angel. Love Always, Your Grandaughter
Jim Kyriazis
September 30, 2010
Wayne & Shannon - I am so sorry to hear that your father has passed. He seemed to have had a great life enjoying his family and friends. Mine and Laurels thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sincerly - Jim Kyriazis
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