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Robert Gregory Waldrop

February 18, 1941 - April 26, 2020
Service
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 |
Saturday 8/22, 12:05 pm
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 |
Saturday 8/22, 10:00 am

Robert Gregory "Bob" Waldrop, 79, husband of Dorothy Sharon “Dottie” Waldrop, died Sunday, April 26, 2020 at his home. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Robert Luther Waldrop, Jr. and Eloise Gregory Waldrop.

Bob was a 1959 graduate of Greenville High School. He attended Clemson University and served two years in the United States Navy. Following his military service he was employed with JE Sirrine Architects and Engineers Company. He then worked for 21 years in the athletic department of Clemson University as a photographer. He later joined what became the Caine Halter YMCA as a tennis instructor. Bob and Dottie were married in September 2018. Besides playing tennis he enjoyed biking and attended Augusta Road Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife, survivors include daughter Suzanne Sanders (John); sons, Raymond Waldrop (Amy) and Michael Waldrop (Eugenia); seven grandchildren, Jack, Hailey and Mac Sanders and Chip, John, Dowlen and Hunter Waldrop; and brother, Harrell Waldrop (Dale) and his family.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Caine Halter YMCA Spirit Center. The scattering of cremated remains will be at 12:05 p.m., Saturday, August 22, 2020 in Woodland Cemetery, in Clemson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Caine Halter YMCA at https://www.ymcagreenville.org/locations/caine-halter-family-ymca.

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Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Saturday 8/22, 12:05 pm
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Saturday 8/22, 10:00 am

Robert Gregory "Bob" Waldrop, 79, husband of Dorothy Sharon “Dottie” Waldrop, died Sunday, April 26, 2020 at his home. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Robert Luther Waldrop, Jr. and Eloise Gregory Waldrop. Bob was a 1959 graduate of Greenville High School. He attended Clemson University and served two years inContinue Reading

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Donna Dowling left a message on May 14, 2020:
Please accept condolences from Donna and Tommy Dowling. Bob and I were third cousins, our grandfathers being brothers. I always enjoyed seeing Bob at the Y and enjoyed his sense of humor and smile. We enjoyed a visit with Harrill and Dale last summer and spoke of Bob and his recent happiness.
Bill Traxler left a message on April 30, 2020:
As one of the many kids like Robert who grew up in Cleveland Forest, I cannot ride by the site of the old horse rink in Cleveland Park and not think back to all the fun Robert and the rest of us had playing football there. I feel the loss of Robert keenly and send my condolences to all of his fine family.
Ms. Dale Lull Goodloe left a message on April 30, 2020:
I hope you will feel God’s comfort during this time.
AUDREA WATSON left a message on April 29, 2020:
WITH SYMPATHY,
AUDREA WATSON
Bill Willis left a message on April 28, 2020:
So saddened to hear that one of the nicest people I’ve ever known has passed..BOB Waldrop! He always had a great disposition, a smile & a hello to all. My best memories are from seeing Bob at Clemson home & away football games running around with his camera & his vest filled with lenses & supplies..and that special time in 1959 when he invited me over to his parents home above Cleveland Park to take a super neat ride in his Dad’s model T Ford car. Thanks Bob for being a true Gentleman & Friend to many and Rest in Peace Tiger. Bill Willis GHS ‘59
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Blanton Phillips left a message on April 28, 2020:
Suzanne, Raymond, and Michael, I am very sorry... your Dad was always one of the dads that was nice, friendly, and funny, whether it was at Gower pool, First Baptist, Indian Guides, etc. And I thought it was so cool to see him down on the sidelines at Littlejohn taking pictures! He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Franklin Sease left a message on April 28, 2020:
I did not know Mr. Waldrop but I am very fortunate to spend many Sunday afternoons with his sons Ray and Michael. Wonderful, engaging, inquisitive men that I'm sure Mr. Waldrop inspired and nurtured. The Sease's sympathy goes out to all his family. God's Peace be with all of you! ... FS
Kae Harper Childs left a message on April 28, 2020:
I have great memories of Bob and am thankful for Dottie being there with him at the end. I pray for comfort for the children and grandchildren . Love, Kae Harper Childs
[email protected] left a message on April 28, 2020:
So sorry to hear about Robert's passing.  Robert and I discovered that we were cousins when we were Seniors  at Greenville High.  (My grandmother and his grandfather were sister and brother. )  It was a sweet surprise!  He was a really nice guy and I wish we could have known each other better.  I was so delighted to see him at the 60th Reunion, and we were able to talk for a few minutes.  My sincerest sympathy goes out to all of his family at this sad time.  May God send His comfort and peace to each of you.     Sincerely,  Sandra Smith Willis
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