Homer Daniel "Dan" Waddell
August 24, 1940 ~ November 4, 2020
Born in:
Simpsonville, SC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Homer Daniel “Dan” Waddell, 80, of Asheville, entered the gates of his heavenly home on Wednesday, November 4th, 2020
Born in Simpsonville, SC on August 24, 1940, he was the son of the late Bartow Philip Waddell and Mabel Hamby Waddell and was also preceded in death by his brother Joe “Roger” Waddell.
Dan was a graduate of Valley Springs High School and Mars Hill College. He was an accountant for several companies beginning with Twentieth Century Heating and most recently Grove Stone and Sand Company for 28 years.
He served in the US Army Reserves and enjoyed his time working in the yard. The time together with his family and friends were the most cherished. He was a lifelong member of Arden Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon and church treasurer.
In addition to his wife of 52 years, Nina Daniel Waddell, he is survived by his three children, Steven Daniel Waddell and wife Amy Hine Waddell, Simpsonville, SC, Ellie Waddell Chandler and husband Stephen D. Chandler, and Philip Charles Waddell, all of Asheville; five grandchildren, Ethan Daniel Chandler, at The United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, Wesley Joseph Chandler of Asheville, Ashton Davis Waddell, Aidan Daniel Waddell, and Avery David Waddell, all of Simpsonville; a devoted sister, Mary Ann McMinn and husband Ray of Asheville; and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Dan and Nina’s greatest joy, even through his health challenges, has been being with their children. This gave him great delight and purpose, supporting them, encouraging them, advising them and providing for their needs and watching them succeed. His life was never about himself.
Graveside services for Mr. Waddell will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at Pisgah View Memorial Park with the Rev. Dwight Basham officiating. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
Mr. Waddell will lie in repose on Friday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., with the family available from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., and again from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian.
Memorials may be made to Faith Promise of Arden Presbyterian Church.
Services
Graveside Service: November 7, 2020 1:00 pm
Pisgah View Memorial Park
1529 Smoky Park Highway
Candler, NC 28715
828-667-4415
For those who wish to pay their respects: November 6, 2020 12:00 pm - April 27, 2025 6:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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So sorry Steven for your loss. You favored your father alot. Be a good man like he was. He was cherished by your family and loved ones. God blessyou all.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know I will be thinking and praying for ya’ll.
The Pittman’s are praying for you all! Dan was a dear man and will be greatly missed. We love you!
Steven and family,
So sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace for you and the family.
Steven, how we grieve with you and your family in your loss. Our prayers are for your wonderful memories, and sweet times with family and friends, to bring comfort and peace until your sorrow turns to Hope and Joy in God’s promises!
Rachel Burgin
So sorry to learn of Dan’s passing. I have such happy memories from my days as a classmate of Dan at Valley Springs. Passing time doesn’t diminish these memories. My Mother Genealia Gibson also remembers stories from years ago. Nina, you and your family are in our prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dan was a great person.
Nina, Steven, Ellie, Philip and your families, My condolences to all of you in your loss. Keep the good memories, sharing stories with your children. Hugs.
Nina, children, and grandchildren, we are so sorry anout Dan. We thought the world of Dan and you, Nina. We enjoyed seeing you at Outdoor Resorts and at the grocery store. Us trying to keep up with each other and our children. Nina, if you need to talk sometime, please call me, 6671007. I just found out recently that I have neuropathy. I also had a really bad fall Friday night. That is the reason I didn’t come to the service. Take care of yourselfs.
Nina, children, and grandchildren, we are so sorry anout Dan. We thought the world of Dan and you, Nina. We enjoyed seeing you at Outdoor Resorts and at the grocery store. trying to keep up with each other and our children. Nina, if you need to talk sometime, please call me, 6671007. I just found out recently that I have neuropathy. I also had a really bad fall Friday night. That is the reason I didn’t come to the service. Take care of yourselfs. Try just to remember the good times and keep your faith. God will see you thru this difficult time.