Paul Waycaster

Claud "Paul" Waycaster, age 83, of Newland, NC, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025. He was born June 20, 1941 in Carter County, Tennessee a son of the late Benson and Ruby Clark Waycaster.Paul honorably served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He dedicated over 40 years of his life as a golf course superintendent, working at Linville Land Harbor and several other courses. His passion for the outdoors was easily seen by his love for golf, hunting, fishing, and photography.A man of deep faith, Paul was a devoted deacon at Calvary Baptist Church. He enjoyed listening to bluegrass and southern gospel music and loved playing the guitar and singing, both in worship and for friends and family. In addition to his parents and siblings, he was preceded in death by his wife, Priscilla Waycaster. He is survived by his three sons, Paul Waycaster, Clay Waycaster, and Travis Waycaster; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren with another on the way; and many other loving family members and friends.Pauls legacy of dedication, love, and service will be cherished by all who knew him.Services for Paul Waycaster will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00 pm at the Newland Presbyterian Church with Pastor Nathan Reed officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 pm until the service hour, Thursday at the church.The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the Nursing staff of Watauga Medical Center.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.Words of Comfort and Memories may be shared with the family by visiting our website www.rsfh.netThe care of Paul and his family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland.(828) 733-2121
Visitation
Thursday, February 20, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Newland Presbyterian Church
199 Elk St
Newland NC 28657
US
(828) 733-2186
Memorial Service
Thursday, February 20, 2025
4:00 PM -
Newland Presbyterian Church
199 Elk St
Newland NC 28657
US
(828) 733-2186
Funeral Home
Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home
296 Ash St
Newland NC - 28657
US
(828) 733-2121
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