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Jared Waits Obituary
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack A. and Mary Marie Truitt Waits and Wiley and Opal Harris Bond.
Survivors include his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Johnny Waits of Northport, Ala. and brothers, Dr. John B. Waits (Rachel) of Centreville, Ala., Jason Waits (Lindsay) of Birmingham, Ala. and Jeremy Waits (Kim) of Verona, Ky. Jared is also survived by ten nieces and nephews whom he adored and his special chocolate lab, BooBoo.
Jared was born on April 21, 1977 in Rochester, Minn. His family moved to Tuscaloosa when Jared was three and then later moved to Northport.
Jared graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School in 1995. He attended Auburn University for two years and transferred to The University of Alabama where he graduated in New College in 1999.
Jared was the owner of Independent Auto Sales in Northport, Ala. He enjoyed traveling, spending time with his nieces and nephews, working on the land and making things grow.
Jared was bilingual and went on several trips using his skills as an interpreter. He traveled to South America and Indonesia on mission trips. He was a real outdoorsman and hiked the entire Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia in 1999 and spent as much time outdoors as he could.
Jared was an animal lover. He had several pets throughout his life but had a special love of Labradors. Simone was his longtime companion until she passed away and then he found BooBoo and she has been with him since she was a pup.
Jared was a very passionate young man. He was loved by a great number of friends and family, and will be sorely missed.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jared Waits
James Southern
August 11, 2017
Dr. Waits and Janet, Brenda and I are so sorry we could not attend the funeral. Your family has been in our prayers ever since we heard about Jared.
August 10, 2017
Janet & Johnny-I am so sorry for not being able to attend Jared's services but I had flown to Florida for an extended visit with my brother. Simply know that I reach out to you in love & friendship as your family continues to deal with the loss of your precious Jared. Blessings, Pam Lambert
August 10, 2017
Janet & Johnny-I am so sorry for not being physically present at Jared's services. I had flown to Florida for an extended visit & long planned family get together with my brother. The loss of a child is a deep heartfelt pain like no other in my opinion. Simply know that I
reach out to you in love & friendship as your family deals with the loss of your precious Jared. Blessings, Pam Lambert
Judy Hall
July 26, 2017
So deeply sorry for your loss. I have such sweet memories of Jared, especially when he was little. Praying God's comfort for your family.
Daniel DuBoise
July 26, 2017
Jared, I grew up with you. Played basketball with you. Went to all levels of school with you. And I that time you taught me a great many things about life and friendship. I am happy to have known you and your family. I will be forever saddened by your loss, but grateful for the time we shared. I will miss you.
JULIA NAVARRO
July 18, 2017
Jared God has you in your glory, you were always a different and good human being, thank you for allowing me to know you, I always consider you part of my family. Janet and John are sorry for the loss.
Ray and Vickie Collins
July 18, 2017
Dr. and Mrs Waits, sorry for your loss. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers
Hugh & Sheryl West
July 17, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please know we care so very much.
July 17, 2017
Our hearts go out to you. Sorry for the loss of your son. We lost our son Feb. 2011. We will be praying for all the Family Love in Christ Bill and Lettie Reeves
Christina Daniels Beltran-Sanchez
July 16, 2017
You will be missed Jared. I remember you and your family from TCHS
Barry & Nancy Newsom
July 16, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go with your entire family as you adjust to the loss of your child and brother and uncle.
Gary Skipper
July 16, 2017
Being a used auto dealer I have known Jared for several years. He will be missed more as a friend than a fellow businessman . Prayers for friends and the family.
Gary Skipper
July 16, 2017
I am also in the used auto business and have known Jared for years. He will be missed by all and prayers of comfort to the family.
Jan McGee
July 16, 2017
Love to you all! Memories continue to flood my heart and mind of times when the kids were small. May God wrap His arms of peace and comfort around each of you.
Randy Fuller
July 16, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. We are in prayer for your family.
Carol Appling
July 15, 2017
Dr. and Mrs. Waits, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jared was always so kind when he came into the pharmacy and we will all miss him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Melinda Moore
July 15, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Waits families. You ALL are in our prayers.
Vera Campbell
July 15, 2017
I am so sorry Jared has reached his heavenly home so early ,but God has plans for him. I know he will be greatly missed and my love and prayers go out to the family. May God place His comforting hand upon all the family and comfort as only He can.
Bryant & Janet Spradley
July 15, 2017
There are no words to express how very sorry we are for your loss. Your family will remain in our prayers and may God bring you peace.
Donna Holmes-Mehlferber
July 15, 2017
Jared, you were always so close to my heart when you were playing soccer because you were so shy. I remember the first few times your precious Mother brought you to soccer practice you would scream and scream not wanting to participate. You finally did and WOW what a great player you turned out to be. You rest in peace now in Heaven with Coach Micky and all those other great soccer players who have gone to be with the Lord before you. What a GREAT soccer team that must be for you to join. God needed another angel and this time he picked you. You will be so missed here on Earth but we will see you again in Heaven one day.
Deborah Culpepper
July 14, 2017
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Jared and on behalf of Northeast Al Health Services, Inc. our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God be with you....
July 14, 2017
No words can express how I felt about the Waits boys. I was around them most of their childhood. Jared was very special to me, as I was around him in adulthood. He was always so sweet. My prayers are with everyone and remember GOD is always here.Love all of you, Tee Williamson
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