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HERNDON, Walter WALTER R. HERNDON Walter R. Herndon, 81, Stone Mountain GA, passed away June 25. Born in Birmingham AL, he served in the U.S. Navy before completing a Ph.D. degree at Vanderbilt University. Starting as professor and head of the botany department of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville in 1961, he served in college and university administrative roles until 1984, when he resumed teaching in the botany department until 1994. In his research, he identified algae and other microscopic organisms. His work intensified his reverence for life in all forms. He continued botanizing in retirement, gardening and identifying microscopic life in Stone Mountain and the southeast. His overriding concern was others' well being, allowing him to relate to everyone. With his ability to make things work in organizations, this enabled him to help people develop their potential-in the classroom, in academic and professional organizations and in personal relationships. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Faye Borthick, children Martha Herndon, Martin TN, Stephen (Beth) Herndon, Jupiter FL, and Susan Herndon and Thomas (Lora) Herndon, Knoxville TN, and siblings Buford Herndon and Eleanor Herndon, Birmingham AL. Friends will be received 5-7 pm July 4, St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, St. Mountain, with a memorial service 11 am July 5 at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged in memory of Walter, payable to the University of Tennessee, for the Walter R. Herndon Botanical Garden Endowment or the H. R. DeSelm Botany and Plant Ecology Endowment (mail to Development Office, College of Arts and Sciences, 2524 Dunford Hall, University of Tennessee, Knoxville TN 37996-4000.) Arrangements by Wages & Sons Funeral Home, Stone Mountain Chapel, (770) 469-9811
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James Wilson
July 5, 2008
Walter was truly an inspiring friend and person who enjoy helping others through their struggle with life imperfections. I will miss our conversations on life issues that he seems to have so much interlect to share about. His wisdom has lead me to think and meditate over things I have done in my life. He will be greatly miss. Bless the family and remember how much good he did for all that he came to know. Love&Prayers always
Lynn Davis
July 4, 2008
Walter will be deeply missed. His wisdom, humor, and lust for life (in all forms) is so appreciated and admired. Walter touched so many lives with his. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends.
Maggi Clark
July 3, 2008
Walter was a wonderful person! and I loved him! He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lavonne Randall
July 3, 2008
Walter was very special. A kind man and he loved and was loved by so many. The family is in my prayers and thoughts as you mourn this great man.
Linda Golinveaux
July 3, 2008
I was blessed to have known Walter for the last few years. He had such a loving and gentle soul. He will be missed.
Al Minor
July 3, 2008
Walter was a special friend. My association with him was marked by rich pleasures. His company seemed always to bring new insights, new experiences, and the freshness of his very positive spirit. I feel that I am fortunate to have been a small part of his life at an important time.
Donald Dessart
July 2, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the family of Walter Herndon.
Gloria and Don Dessart
Wages & Sons Funeral Homes, Inc. Stone Mountain Chapel
July 2, 2008
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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