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Asheville - Tony Youless Waldrop, 75 of Asheville, went to be with the Lord on November 28, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert L. Waldrop and Martha S. Monteith; son, Robert Bryan Waldrop; brother, Billy Waldrop and sister, Hiawatha Reemes. Tony is survived by his wife, Betty Ann Waldrop; two sons, Michael K. Waldrop and Andrew F. Waldrop and three grandchildren, Dustin R. Waldrop, Avery D. Waldrop and Emma G. Waldrop. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather, whose love for his family was obvious to all around him. He was a friend and mentor to many and had a way of making people feel at ease when they were around him.
Tony was a longtime member of Starnes Cove Baptist Church. He served there a deacon, usher, Sunday School teacher, and had for the past few years took great joy in the Tape Ministry, bringing the church service to those who couldn't make it to church. In addition to his memberships at Starnes Cave, he was a long time member of Hominy Masonic Lodge #491. He served the Lodge as Master, Secretary and in any other capacity needed. Tony cherished his service in the Lodge and all his brothers he served with along the way.
The family would like to thank Care Partners for their dedication to and compassionate care for him. We are grateful to the many doctors, nurses and medical workers who aided in his care. You have all been a great blessing and comfort to us. Instead of flowers, we would ask that donations be made to the Starnes Cove Baptist Tape Ministry where Tony served faithfully for many years.
A Memorial Service will be held at Starnes Cove Baptist Church on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 7pm. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The Rev. Charlie Sams will officiate with Masonic Funeral Rites to follow. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Sunday School Class. Condolences may be made at www.AshevilleMortuaryServices.com
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for Tony Waldrop
Fredia Cooper
December 4, 2015
RIP Tony.
Randy and Lisa King
December 2, 2015
May God be with you during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you.
Rick & Charemon Pinkerton
December 1, 2015
Waldrop family, We are saddened by the loss of a great man. Though it is selfish on our part, we wish he were still but realize he has better things ahead. A LIFE WELL LIVED! Your family is with our family in thoughts and prayers.
Jaye LYTLE
November 30, 2015
Rest in peace friend. God has a new angel!
stanley waldrop
November 30, 2015
May God watch over you in your time of need
larry hoglen
November 30, 2015
worked with tony ay lowes many years he help me with my son
Ricky Netherton
November 30, 2015
Dear family I am so very sorry for your great loss. Brother Tony really means a lot to me. He gave me the Bible charge when I was raised to Master Mason, and that turned my life around, because the way he gave it made me realize that I had been trying to operate this life without reading the instructions and learning from God's Word what is important in this life. I know that brother Tony has entered in to that house not made with hands eternal in the heavens. We will all be with him before we know it, and all will be perfect. God bless you all and I pray that the sweet Holy Spirit delights to dwell with and bless each one of you during this time of sorrow.
Lydis Gearheart
November 30, 2015
So sorry for your loss Betty Ann. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
November 30, 2015
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
God Bless,
Tom And Daryl
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Ed & Ruth SIlvania
November 30, 2015
Our prayers are with you and your family. Please know Tony will be missed by all.
Peggy B. Reel
November 30, 2015
Dear Betty Ann, Michael, Andrew and families. I was so saddened to read in the paper that Tony had passed. Jerry passed Sept.21, 2009 and our oldest son, Michael passed July 16, 2014. Perhaps Jerry and Tony have already greeted over there and caught up on old times. Tony was a special person. He always seemed to be happy, laughing and joking, he was a great man, RIP Tony. Take care Betty Ann, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I would love to see you again.
Peggy Banks Reel, Marion, NC
Wanda Evans
November 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Betty Anne. I loved Tony very much. He was more like a brother to me than a cousin. I will greatly miss him.
Dean and Shannon Haun
November 29, 2015
To the Waldrop family,Tony was a true blessing to our family in more ways than one! He was a friend,neighbor,candy giver,a mentor,a helper,just an amazing man!our children loved him!Distance came into our lives BUT he still was remembered,by us each.just know heaven certainly gained,we love you Tony, Betty Ann until we meet again,
Dean & Shannon Haun
Mike, Colleen & Jennifer Derringer
November 29, 2015
I will always remember our "uncle" Tony. Being new to Asheville some 30 tears ago, Tony was first Southern man I had met. Boy, sparks flew. But over the years Tony finally accepted me as a southerner. I saw the love he showed for people.He cared. We felt as Tony was apart of our family. He always said"stop on over for a cup of coffee" anytime to all he ran into you. You know, I never did, so Tony we will have that cup of coffee next time I see you, guaranteed!
You will be missed by all of us.
DAVID GENTRY,SR.
November 29, 2015
DEAR FAMILY,SO SORRY TO HEAR OF TONY LEAVING THIS LIFE BUT GONE TO A BETTER ONE,TONY AND I WAS AT WOODFIN SCHOOL AT SAME TIME,WE WERE FRIENDS THIN AND NOW,MOST OF ALL WE WHERE BROTHERS IN CHRIST,I LOVED HIM,DAVID GENTRY
November 29, 2015
Mike and Family, so sorry for your loss.
Carolyn & Don
November 29, 2015
Thinking of you and your family Betty Ann. Diana Davis Wooten
Cathy Bass
November 29, 2015
I worked with Tony for several years at Lowes and never saw him in a bad mood. He was always cheerful and made everyone cheerful. He was a very good man and will be missed
karen doan :)
November 29, 2015
love love love this man! always loved it when were were on the same shift at lowe's. had some great times together. this man loved his family & wanted you to love them ( & I did!) he love to whistle, whittle and could put away some coffee! hope I am a better person because we crossed paths. see you on the other side TY! :)
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