Linda M. (Waddell) Erwin
May 15, 1941 ~ January 8, 2019
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Linda M. (Waddell) Erwin, 77, of Arden, died Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Mission Hospital.
Born in Greenville, TN, she was the wife of Oliver Erwin of Arden, and the daughter of the late Walter Woodrow and Ida Mae (Shenault) Waddell. She was also preceded in death by a brother, James David Waddell.
Linda was a member of Skyland United Methodist Church.
She was a beloved teacher and began her teaching career in Bristol and Bedford, Virginia. She moved to Asheville in 1969 and taught at Valley Springs Elementary School. Linda taught fifth and sixth grades at Glen Arden and Valley Springs for 15 years before becoming curriculum specialist for Buncombe County Schools in 1984. As curriculum specialist, Linda supported teachers and students through classroom visits, workshops and individual planning. Linda was a member and active participant in professional organizations, including NEA, NCAE, and Kappa Kappa Iota. Linda retired after 36 years in public education. She was a distinguished educator, respected and loved by both students and teachers. She leaves a legacy of excellence, compassion and empathy.
In addition to her husband of 35 years, she is survived by a brother, John Waddell of Knoxville, TN and a sister, Betty Sams and her husband Gerald of Fletcher; and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at Skyland United Methodist Church with Rev. Joy Moss officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SUMC Welcome Table, PO Box 697, Skyland, NC 28776.
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Ollie,
I am so very sorry for you loss. Linda was a real joy to know and take care of. Daddy always spoke very highly of both of you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ollie,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. It came as a shock to both of us. Linda was Buddy’s 6th grade teacher. Under weather this week but I’ll see and talk with you later to see if I can do anything to help.
Mr. Erwin, I am so very sorry to learn of Linda’s passing. I always heard about the going on’s of ‘the group’ from mother and daddy. They thought a lot of both of you. I am so glad I got to know her. Please know you will be in our prayers. My best,
Ollie, Sorry to hear of Linda’s passing, Many fond memories over the years. if Gail and I can be of help to you in any way, we are as close as the phone.
Remember her well. Second grade, 50 years ago.
My thoughts and prayers with you. Linda will be missed.
Hey Ollie. Really sorry about your loss. Charles S. told us this morning at Bojangles breakfast with the guys and wives. Prayers going up for you.
What a great lady. She was a great teacher. Gonna miss her.
I am one of those students who respected,admired, and loved her. She was one of my teachers in sixth grade at Glen Arden. I was later fortunate enough to work with her professionally when I became a teacher myself in Buncombe County. She will be missed by many. Her family will be in my prayers during these difficult days ahead.
To all who loves her, may you find peace and comfort. Please know she will be missed by many ! Such a wonderful teacher, person, who made a tremendous difference in so many lives ! So sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace, dear friend. Sweet memories of the times our paths would cross. Thank you for your role in educating our children. Hugs, Betty. I know you will miss her…..
Ollie and Betty, We are saddened to hear of Linda’s death. She was a special lady and we enjoyed our times together. We will be thinking of you all. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and give you grace in your grief.
I will always remember you Ms. Waddell. I always cherished you. You and many other wonderful teachers inspired me to be an educator.
Ollie, I am so sorry for your loss! She was one of my favorite teachers.
So sorry, so sad Ollie , Betty, and Family. Linda was a special person, friend, and co- worker. She will be missed, but her suffering is over.
My condolences to the Erwin family. May the God of all comfort strengthen and help your family during this difficult time. Those who pass on, God will keep in his memory because they are precious to him. He never forgets. (Psalm 116:15)
With deepest sympathy
Thinking of the family with love and in prayer! May God give you peace and grace! Linda will truly be missed! Her beautiful spirit and love will live in the lives of those she touched!
My sincere condolences to the Erwin and Waddell family. I grew up with Linda at Hermon Methodist Church, Afton, Tenn. We enjoyed many happy times in the church as part of the teenage girls quartet, Sunday School, and Bible School. She was always a joy to be with, admired, very smart, and kind. Our lives took different paths away from home but she will always be remembered. May God keep you and Bless you.
We will greatly miss Mrs. Erwin. She was a wonderful teacher and lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family