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Edna McBride Waddell

January 1, 1900 - June 1, 2013
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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Tuesday 6/4, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

Edna Mae Waddell, age 71, was welcomed into heaven by her Lord & Savior on June 1st, 2013. She was born February 23rd, 1942 in Duncan, Oklahoma to C.W. and Verla Mae McBride. A longtime Midland resident, Edna married her high school sweetheart, Gene Waddell, in March 1958. Gene and Edna truly lived their vows, loving each other unconditionally through 55 years of marriage. Gene referred to her as his sweet thing and he joked about Ednas tendency to move at a little slower pace and typically showing up a little late to just about everything and would say Edna! Youll be late to your own funeral! to which she would simply reply Gene! She was a very quiet person and would establish her career as the CEO of the Waddell household, focusing on raising her children: Cheryl, Clint and Carol, and making sure they were happy and healthy she wanted nothing more than to watch them grow up and celebrate their lives with them. Her life was further enriched with the births of her greatest delights – her grandchildren. She took tremendous pride in crocheting afghans for each one of them she rejoiced with them in each of their milestones and successes and was always there for them during tough times. Survivors include her beloved husband, Gene Waddell, her loving children, Cheryl Waddell Rockwell and husband Mark, son Clint Waddell and wife Keri, and daughter Carol Waddell Rivas; 6 grandchildren Cristin Waddell Coulter and husband Turney, Kendra Waddell Lange and husband Taylor, Clayton Waddell, Jason Rockwell, Jordan Rivas and Reagan Rivas; 5 great-grandchildren Christopher Rockwell, Tucker Lange, Tanner Lange, Hallee Coulter and Harper Coulter. Survivors also include a sister, Barbara McKee and husband Bob as well as aunts, uncles, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents C.W. and Verla Mae McBride and brother, Roy McBride. Services will be Wednesday, June 5th at 11am at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Chapel in Midland with burial to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to Midland Childrens Rehabilitation Center.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Tuesday 6/4, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map

Edna Mae Waddell, age 71, was welcomed into heaven by her Lord & Savior on June 1st, 2013. She was born February 23rd, 1942 in Duncan, Oklahoma to C.W. and Verla Mae McBride. A longtime Midland resident, Edna married her high school sweetheart, Gene Waddell, in March 1958. Gene and Edna truly lived their vows,Continue Reading

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Stephen L. and Becky Ekstrom left a message on June 5, 2013:
From our family to yours,We are truelly sorry for your loss. Mrs. Waddell was quite the trooper, great wife, mother and grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.The Ekstrom Family
Alanda left a message on June 4, 2013:
My heart and prayers are with my Texas family. I wish I could be there to hug everyone right now. Aunt Edna will be truly missed.
Mike and Janis Rockwell left a message on June 3, 2013:
Cheryl and Mark, and Jason, our hearts go out to you and the entire Waddell family in loss of your mother. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you shared with Edna, and may the love of family and friends sustain you in your time of grief. We pray God's blessings upon your family for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Cindy Dean Parker left a message on June 3, 2013:
So sorry for the loss of Mrs. Waddell. I remember her as a sweet lady. My prayers are with you all.
Bob, Judy & Tarah Judkins left a message on June 3, 2013:
Gene and all Waddell family, please know our hearts hurt because your hearts hurt. You will continue in our prayers for peace and comfort. Lovingly, The Judkins Family
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Carla Hobbs left a message on June 3, 2013:
To Gene and all the family,Jerry and I are deeply saddened to hear Edna has passed . She and I go way back to San Jacinto jr. High and I will always remember her as the most beautiful girl in our class and the sweetest. Her memory will always be in our hearts . May God comfort you at this most difficult time. Please accept our love and sympathy.
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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