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James Waldrop Jr Obituary
James Olen Waldrop Jr of Florala passed away Sunday December 8, 2019 at Scared Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Born December 17, 1947 in Mapelsville, Alabama he was the son of James Olen Waldrop Sr and Grace Waldrop. He was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Richard Lee Waldrop (Drip) of Laurel Hill.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Cordelia (Delia) Ann Harris Waldrop; his beloved daughter, Katharine Ann Waldrop Jenkins; his loving son-in-law, Aron Demar Jenkins; and was blessed with one precious grandson, Aron James Jenkins.
He was a 1967 graduate of Paxton High School where he was voted "Most Friendliest". He enlisted in the United States Navy on June 10, 1968. He served aboard the USS Kitty Hawk during Vietnam, and was honorably discharged on July 7, 1972. His decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Rep. of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Good Conduct Award, and various unit citations. He then began a 32-year Federal Service Career, during which he served as a base Civil Engineer, he received over 200 letters of appreciation and was named the Naval Air Station Ocean Civilian of the Year for 1992. He retired from Federal Service on August 4, 2004 in Virginia Beach, VA.
After moving back to Florala he and Delia were greatly involved in the community, where he was a member of the Chamber of Commerce from 2004-2011, serving as President from 2009-2011, was a member of the Historical Society, served on the City Council from 2009-2012, was a Volunteer Fire Fighter, was a member of the Planning and Zoning Board and President of the Housing Authority of the City of Florala. He was a member of Lockhart Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers the family would ask you to kindly consider a donation to Cancer Freeze or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Memorial services for James Olen Waldrop Jr will be 2PM Thursday December 12, 2019 at Evans Funeral Home with John Bryan officiating. Visitation will be 1 hour before services.
Please join us in remembering James Olen Waldrop Jr by visiting our Memorial at evansfuneralhomeal.com. Through this site we invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with our family.
Memories and Condolences
for James Waldrop Jr
Barbara Kennedy
December 13, 2019
Deliah and Katherine, my love and prayers are with you both. Mr Jimmy was a wonderful man. He was always so kind to me. Sorry I missed being at funeral but I have had bronchitis for weeks.
Jack and Cheryl Oliver
December 13, 2019
Our prayers are with Delia and all of family.
Joanne Jennings
December 13, 2019
Just heard the news about my beloved friend "Gator". I worked with him at Oceana. We had many laughs together. My heart and prayers goes out to his family. He will always be remembered as one of the most dearest, sweetest man I have known. Will miss you.
Bunny Moore
December 13, 2019
My prayers go out to the Family. Gator was one of the most wonderful guys I've ever known and my heart is just broken. Knew him from my time at Oceana and he touched everyone he ever met. I will always remember him fondly.
Bud Karl
December 12, 2019
One of the best, one of the good ones.
Wally was my first supervisor at NAS Oceana, 1983. From day one he treated myself and my partner, Gunner Jenkins, with utmost respect. He was one of the friendliest people I knew.
He was a dedicated family, both at work and most importantly, at home.
Thoughts and a prayer for his family who ment the world to him.
"Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate".
Darrell Foley
December 12, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Troy Curnutte
December 12, 2019
I have known Jimmy and his loving family going on 40 years and I worked side by side with Jimmy, or as we knew him as Wally or Gator, for almost 20 years at NAS Oceana in Virginia.
He had a true passion and dedication to his job, co workers, friends and the many customers we served. His job was never easy and every day he did his best with that special smile on his face. Through his daily efforts he definitely made a huge difference making things so much better for those who worked and lived there....and he touched many many lives along the way.
I cant even begin to tell you of the numerous outstanding performance awards and letters of appreciation he received..but you would never hear that from him. It was always about helping others first and foremost.
My continued prayers and support for Delia, Katharine, Aron and AJ. Remember that...Immortality is in the stories we will tell of him over and over. Never forgotten!
Personally, he was truly like a Brother to me in every way and I always knew he was right there for me 24/7 no matter what we ever faced. We had a special bond that just grew stronger every day.
Loyalty-Dedication-Compassion and Caring for others-Deep love of family and Country.....yes the world needs more people like him. We are all blessed he touched our lives.
This is not a good bye at all.....but a so long until we meet again.
Love you my Brother!
Cecile (Flora) Saunders
December 12, 2019
Delia and family, please know that others feel your pain. Jimmy was one of the sweetest most caring man anyone could have known. Always had a smile on his face and loved by everyone that knew him. He will always be with you in your heart forever. Thinking of you in this time of sorrow. Love to all of you Cecile
Susan George
December 12, 2019
May the love shared and wonderful memories made of Jimmy carry you through this difficult time in your lives. Prayers to you and your family.
Charles Gomes
December 12, 2019
I feel sorry for the loss of your family Kathy. Stay strong. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Carole Kjellsen
December 11, 2019
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. It is never easy to lose the ones we love so dearly. May your warm wonderful memories sustain you in the days and years ahead. With caring and heartfelt sympathy .
Carole (Bilton) and Dick Kjellsen
Pat Grant
December 11, 2019
Delia and family I am so sorry for your loss . I know how much you all loved him .i will keep you all in my prayers
Dawn Cail
December 11, 2019
So sorry to hear. I enjoyed the time spent working together at NAS Oceana. Prayers for you and your family.
Jeanette Gray
December 11, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Ebeling
December 11, 2019
So fortunate to work with Wally at Oceana for 18 years, he had a heart of gold and would do anything he could to help. You will be missed. Hugs and Prayers to the family.
Jeanette Blount
December 11, 2019
He will be missed around florala .. both him and delia was always smilibg and a kind word for everyone .. rip mr jimmy !
Shawn Davis
December 11, 2019
I will definitely miss him! His great smile! And his love for riding motorcycles..
Shirley Spring
December 11, 2019
You will be missed my good friend. I so enjoyed working with you. I couldn't have had a better co-worker and friend.
Nina Eaton
December 11, 2019
I am sorry for your loss of Jimmy. I remember some good times we had here in Virginia Beach with my family. My heart aches for you. I just lost Page on November 7th. Sending lots of love, hugs and prayers.
Mary Wood
December 11, 2019
Thank you my friend for coming to my rescue and changing a tire for me , in return I washed your car you were always so nice to me , will always remember you with very fond memories, prayers for the family
Mark Warren
December 11, 2019
Rest easy Friend. See you sometime soon. Until then, Fair winds and following seas.
Katharine Jenkins
December 11, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Chris Riffer
December 11, 2019
May your precious memories carry you through this time of sorrow. Your family holds a special place in my heart. It was always the highlight of my day when he was on my schedule. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Jo Lemieux
December 10, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers
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Sharon Saam
December 10, 2019
Jimmy was a wonderful co-worker and friend. Prayers for Katherine and family.
Diane Gray
December 10, 2019
I met Jimmy and Delia in the 1970s in Virginia Beach before Katharine was born, and Jimmy was full of energy and kindness. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Bless all of you during this difficult time.
Laura Jenkins
December 9, 2019
God bless and comfort Ms. Delia, our daughter in law Katharine, AJ and our son Aron today and always!
Much love, Reg and Laura Jenkins
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