Robert Waddell Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Robert Waddell of Asheville, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Robert left this world on August 12, 2025 at the age of 69, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Waddell to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude Waddell and Clara Smathers. He is survived by: his wife Kathie Waddell; his daughter Kelly Waddell of Asheville, NC; his stepchildren, Chrysta Burris (Vincent) of Asheville, NC, Brandi Henson (Todd) of Asheville, NC and Heather O'Connor (Matt) of Greenville, SC; his siblings, Steve McElreath and Marcia Little; his grandchildren, Aysia Keeter, Levyn Littlejohn, Hayley Kilpatrick (Justin), Hannah Wilson (Trey), Grayson Henson, Colby Henson (Brianna), Avery Henson, Aiden O'Connor, Isabella O'Connor, Emily Eddins (Hunter) and Brady O'Connor; and his great grandchildren, Kai Moore, Nala Moore, Maikah Moore, Kinsley Henson, Bowen Henson and Riley Kilpatrick.