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Obituary For Deacon Walter Redd, Jr.
Deacon Walter Redd, 93, of Ridgeway, Virginia passed Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Deacon Walter Redd, Jr 94 Ridgeway, VA passed Wednesday January 15, 2025. Public viewing will be held from 2:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Saturday January 18, 2025, at Perry-Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, NC. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Mayo Missionary Baptist Church 3554 Horsepasture Price Rd, Ridgeway, VA. with the funeral service beginning at 1:30 p.m. with interment to follow in the church cemetery.
DeaconWalter Redd, Jr. entered this world on June 4, 1931 in Henry County, VA and departed this life into eternity on January 15, 2025. He was the oldest of 4 children born to the late Walter Redd, Sr., and Lottie Sue Martin Redd.
June attended public schools in Henry County. Walter joined the United States Army on April 16, 1952 and served his country until January 19, 1954.
Walter and Lula Beatrice Watkins (Trick) were joined in matrimony on September 22, 1951 and was united for 52 years until her passing in 2003. To their union three sons were born, Wilbur, Curtis and Ronald Redd.
Walter was employed by American Furniture Company, Martin Processing and retired from Tultex Knitting Company to care for his wife, Lula.
Walter was a member of Mayo Missionary Baptist Church where he was a faithful member serving in various ministries: the Deacon Ministry, Trustees, Sunday School teacher, church Treasury, Men’s Ministry and Heavenly Stars Chorus, President to name a few.
In 2005 Walter joined in holy matrimony to, Sallie Mae Morris, with three children to join this union –Rev. JeSie Morris (Tiffany), JaSal Morris (Sandra) and JaMese Black (Rico).
He was preceded in death by his wives; Lula Redd and Sallie Morris Redd, two brothers; Richard and Benjamin Redd and son; Wilbur Redd.
He leaves to cherish his memories: Two sons; Curtis Redd (Vivian) of Stoneville, NC, Ronald Redd (Judy) of Ridgeway, VA. Along with 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren sisters-in-law, Ganelle Redd, Lucinda Boyd and Delores Millner. Brothers-in-law; T. Nelson Thomas and Billy Watkins (Malisia).
-Walter loved fishing, hunting and travelling.
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Dominic Redd planted 5 trees in memory of Deacon Walter Redd, Jr. . - January 18, 2025
Our love and prayers are with Curtis, Ronald, and Family. We loved our Dear Uncle Jr and thanked God for his love and strength in our Redd family. Rest in Peace Deacon Redd. Love, Sister-in-law Gaynell Redd, Vanessa & Ricky Hailey, and Kennon & Vernette Redd.
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To the Walter Redd family I am so sorry about your loss. Deacon Redd was a genuine good person. He lived a life that was a true example to emulate. Margretha Kellam
So sorry to hear of Deacon Redd passing, may God strengthen and keep you all. Great memories of time spent with him, all the years I was at Mayo. God Bless you family.
My deepest condolences to the Redd family. My God comfort, strengthen, and keep you. Mr June you will be missed. Glenda McQueen
To the Walter Redd family, June's (Buddy) caring was encouraging and enduring. The contributions to his community, church and family will be ever present. We honor him and members of his generation who set examples of honor, respect, faith, and courage to be present and accountable. We loved him. He loved us back. Thank you, good and faithful servant for a race run well. Take your rest...in power and peace. Claudia Payne and Family.
Curtis and Ronald, your dad was a fixture at the Mayo Missionary Baptist Church. His smiles and kind words were an expected greeting whenever the doors of the church were open. Thank you for sharing Deacon Redd with us. Joan Ziglar
Condolences to Redd family,praying for comfort and peace during this difficult time. Dale&Gale
My deepest sympathy to Mr Redds family. He was a long time family friend. Just the sweetest person. And angel already on earth. Rest easy Mr June.
My sincere condolences to the Redd family. You all are on my mind and in my prayers. XOXO
Weeping may endure for a night but Joy cometh in the morning. My Condolences and Prayers are with you all during this time of Bereavement. MR. June was a great man.
My condolences to Curtis, Ronald and the rest of the family. I knew Deacon Redd as a leader, teacher, and friend. R. Holmes
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