Rev. John W. Waldron 87, of Aberdeen passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at the NJ Veterans Memorial Home in Menlo Park, NJ. Rev. Waldron was a 1952 graduate of Denison University, Granvile OH, and a 1956 graduate of Andover Newton Theological School , Andover-Newton, MA. He was the former Pastor of Memorial Community Church, …
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Rev. John W. Waldron 87, of Aberdeen passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013 at the NJ Veterans Memorial Home in Menlo Park, NJ. Rev. Waldron was a 1952 graduate of Denison University, Granvile OH, and a 1956 graduate of Andover Newton Theological School , Andover-Newton, MA. He was the former Pastor of Memorial Community Church, East White Plains, NY and Pastor Emiretus of Holmdel Community United Church of Christ, Holmdel for 24 years, retiring in 1990. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II, and founder of Pleasant Valley Adult Day Care Center, the first adult day care center in Monmouth County. Rev. Waldron was predeceased by his son Jeffrey Waldron in 2009, brother Paul L. Waldron, and two sisters Eleanor Hampton and Emma C. Santo. Surviving are his wife of 64 years Marjorie C. Waldron, son John C. Waldron and his wife Joanne, daughter Leah Ann Waldron, daughter-in-law Gail E. Waldron, and six grandchildren Nicole, Kaes, Aaron, Leah, Caileen, and Jessalyn. Visitation will be held Sunday from 4:00 to 7:00PM at the Holmdel Funeral Home 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel. A funeral service will be held Monday 11:00AM at the funeral home. Interment will be in Holmdel Community Church UCC Cemetery, Holmdel Memorial donations would be appreciated in Rev. Waldron’s memory to the Eastern Christian Children’s Retreat, 700 Mountain Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481.
Jill Reit
left a message on June 23, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Though I only knew him for a short time, I will never forget him. My prayers and thoughts go out to you for peace, love and fond memories.
BarbaraBrannan
left a message on May 21, 2014:
Aunt Margie: our thoughts are with you - love, Barbara & John
Matt Pater
left a message on May 13, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron & Family, I'm very sorry to hear about Rev. Waldron's passing. I will always have fond memories of him from growing up in Holmdel. My deepest condolences.
Kathi Harnig
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron: Mr Waldron was a devoted Dad to Leah and all his family. We here at ECCR thought he was a true gentelman; may he rest in piece now that he is home.
Lori and Joe Oakley
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Rev. John was one of the most special men we have been blessed to meet and call our friend. To know him was to love him. He was such a kind and giving man. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. He will be dearly missed and always loved.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mary-Lou Morrison
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Dear Marjorie, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Upon hearing of Rev. Waldron's death, my heart is filled with wonderful memories of his faithful ministry to the patients and staff at Riverview Medical Center. It was my privilege to work with him, for many years, as Coordinator of the Pastoral Care Program. He made a difference in people's lives...and we were very blessed to have him in the Chaplaincy Program. Sending my love and prayers to you and your family, especially at this time.
Greg McGowan
left a message on May 11, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron and Family, Please accept my warmest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Reverend Waldron. He was a favorite of us "Village" kids. Perhaps one of the greatest things that I took away from him was at a young age I learned that the man, the Reverend and other clergy were also human beings and were allowed to have a Sense of Humor, and a Great Sense of Humor at that!!!! I am thankful for Rev. Waldron's counsel, guidance, and friendship throughout my life. The constant battle of his cherished garden and prized tomatoes versus the groundhogs and rabbits was an event for us children as he patiently waited at the window. I was SOOOO Happy to see him last year and even though he was not 100%, his SMILE was and that was truly comforting for me. At this time of reflection and prayer I will remember all the lives he has touched and how much better the world is for having Reverend Waldron. We are all the better for it. Love, Greg McGowan
Margie Frazier
left a message on May 10, 2014:
Dave and I send our deepest condolences to all of Uncle Jack's family. He was a dear person with a kind and lively spirit. I always felt loved and welcomed by him. Marge and Jack were good and stalwart friends to Mom and Dad and we cherish the memories with the Waldrons on our family trips. We walk with you during this very sad time.
Cindi and Russ Westendorf
left a message on May 10, 2014:
Dear Mrs Waldron and family Love and Blessings to all of you. We have fond memories of John and feel certain he is in GODS care smiling with Jeffery xoxo
Annie
left a message on May 10, 2014:
I am sorry for your loss. Our heavenly father Jehovah God promises very soon in rev. 21:4 that God will rid the world of sickness and death forever.. And God will also bring our loved ones back in a resurrection.. May God be with you.
Charles and Connie Murray
left a message on May 10, 2014:
We were members of Holmdel Church when we moved here in the early 1980's. John was the minister then. We have always said to each other that John was the perfect minister. He loved the congregation and they loved him back. We invited him to preach at Toms River United Church of Christ when we became members there. We enjoyed his welcoming spirit and excellent sermons. We send our sincerest condolences to Marjorie and their family. Love in Christ, Connie and Chuck
Vincent & Audrey Piel
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge, Vin & I wish to extend our sympathies to you in the passing of John. He was always a jovial person & I always remember that red plaid vest he wore at Christmastime. I know how you cared for him with a lot of TLC. May his soul rest in peace & may our Saviour be very near to you & comfort you. God bless you Marge. With love, Vincent & Audrey Piel
Candy and Mike Misiag
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marjorie and family We are so very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a very nice man. We always thought so highly of John. I know he is resting with Jesus. John will always be in our thoughts and pprayers. Godspeed Your friends at the Retreat Candy and Mike Misiag
Ellen Reynolds
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge & the Waldron family, We are very sorry for your loss, Jack was a pip & brought a lot of joy to many who crossed his path. Our condolences & healing prayers. Gregg, Ellen, Leigh & Shawna
Cathy Meyer
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge, We are so very sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was a great man who will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathies to you and the entire family. May he rest in peace. Love, Cathy, Alyssa & Justin
Charlene Santo
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Aunt Marge and family, I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Jack's passing. He was a great man, I remember fun times in the Poconos with all the family and at Mom and Dad's in Flemington. I'm not sure if your remember me, I was married to Emma's Steven. I think the last time I saw you and Uncle Jack was at her funeral. Sending you prayers during this difficult time, may he RIP. Charlene
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Jill Reit
left a message on June 23, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Though I only knew him for a short time, I will never forget him. My prayers and thoughts go out to you for peace, love and fond memories.
BarbaraBrannan
left a message on May 21, 2014:
Aunt Margie: our thoughts are with you - love, Barbara & John
Matt Pater
left a message on May 13, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron & Family, I'm very sorry to hear about Rev. Waldron's passing. I will always have fond memories of him from growing up in Holmdel. My deepest condolences.
Kathi Harnig
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron: Mr Waldron was a devoted Dad to Leah and all his family. We here at ECCR thought he was a true gentelman; may he rest in piece now that he is home.
Lori and Joe Oakley
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Rev. John was one of the most special men we have been blessed to meet and call our friend. To know him was to love him. He was such a kind and giving man. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. He will be dearly missed and always loved.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mary-Lou Morrison
left a message on May 12, 2014:
Dear Marjorie, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Upon hearing of Rev. Waldron's death, my heart is filled with wonderful memories of his faithful ministry to the patients and staff at Riverview Medical Center. It was my privilege to work with him, for many years, as Coordinator of the Pastoral Care Program. He made a difference in people's lives...and we were very blessed to have him in the Chaplaincy Program. Sending my love and prayers to you and your family, especially at this time.
Greg McGowan
left a message on May 11, 2014:
Dear Mrs. Waldron and Family, Please accept my warmest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Reverend Waldron. He was a favorite of us "Village" kids. Perhaps one of the greatest things that I took away from him was at a young age I learned that the man, the Reverend and other clergy were also human beings and were allowed to have a Sense of Humor, and a Great Sense of Humor at that!!!! I am thankful for Rev. Waldron's counsel, guidance, and friendship throughout my life. The constant battle of his cherished garden and prized tomatoes versus the groundhogs and rabbits was an event for us children as he patiently waited at the window. I was SOOOO Happy to see him last year and even though he was not 100%, his SMILE was and that was truly comforting for me. At this time of reflection and prayer I will remember all the lives he has touched and how much better the world is for having Reverend Waldron. We are all the better for it. Love, Greg McGowan
Margie Frazier
left a message on May 10, 2014:
Dave and I send our deepest condolences to all of Uncle Jack's family. He was a dear person with a kind and lively spirit. I always felt loved and welcomed by him. Marge and Jack were good and stalwart friends to Mom and Dad and we cherish the memories with the Waldrons on our family trips. We walk with you during this very sad time.
Cindi and Russ Westendorf
left a message on May 10, 2014:
Dear Mrs Waldron and family Love and Blessings to all of you. We have fond memories of John and feel certain he is in GODS care smiling with Jeffery xoxo
Annie
left a message on May 10, 2014:
I am sorry for your loss. Our heavenly father Jehovah God promises very soon in rev. 21:4 that God will rid the world of sickness and death forever.. And God will also bring our loved ones back in a resurrection.. May God be with you.
Charles and Connie Murray
left a message on May 10, 2014:
We were members of Holmdel Church when we moved here in the early 1980's. John was the minister then. We have always said to each other that John was the perfect minister. He loved the congregation and they loved him back. We invited him to preach at Toms River United Church of Christ when we became members there. We enjoyed his welcoming spirit and excellent sermons. We send our sincerest condolences to Marjorie and their family. Love in Christ, Connie and Chuck
Vincent & Audrey Piel
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge, Vin & I wish to extend our sympathies to you in the passing of John. He was always a jovial person & I always remember that red plaid vest he wore at Christmastime. I know how you cared for him with a lot of TLC. May his soul rest in peace & may our Saviour be very near to you & comfort you. God bless you Marge. With love, Vincent & Audrey Piel
Candy and Mike Misiag
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marjorie and family We are so very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a very nice man. We always thought so highly of John. I know he is resting with Jesus. John will always be in our thoughts and pprayers. Godspeed Your friends at the Retreat Candy and Mike Misiag
Ellen Reynolds
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge & the Waldron family, We are very sorry for your loss, Jack was a pip & brought a lot of joy to many who crossed his path. Our condolences & healing prayers. Gregg, Ellen, Leigh & Shawna
Cathy Meyer
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Marge, We are so very sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was a great man who will be sorely missed. Our deepest sympathies to you and the entire family. May he rest in peace. Love, Cathy, Alyssa & Justin
Charlene Santo
left a message on May 9, 2014:
Dear Aunt Marge and family, I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Jack's passing. He was a great man, I remember fun times in the Poconos with all the family and at Mom and Dad's in Flemington. I'm not sure if your remember me, I was married to Emma's Steven. I think the last time I saw you and Uncle Jack was at her funeral. Sending you prayers during this difficult time, may he RIP. Charlene
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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