Robert Wayne Waddell MD Obituary
In loving memory of Robert Wayne Waddell MD (Virginia Beach, Virginia), who departed this world on July 20, 2025 at the age of 90. Robert leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Wayne Waddell MD to pay them a last tribute.
Though Robert may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Robert touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dr. Robert L. Waddell and Evelyn F. Waddell; and his brother Dr. William B. Waddell. He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Ruth Thomas; his children, Robert W. Waddell, Jr. (Melissa), Michael S. Waddell (Anne), David T. Waddell, MD and Carol W. Wootton (Jim); and his siblings, Kenneth Waddell (Elaine) and Doris Morris (Jeff). He is also survived by twelve grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Francis Asbury United Methodist Church (1871 N Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research. The family has chosen to send donations to Michael J. Fox FoundationDonate Now (https://www.michaeljfox.org) Donate to Charity Keep Robert "Bob"'s legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.