William Allen Waldrup, age 48, of Gadsden, passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, September 26, 2022. He was born on October 22, 1973 to the late Doug and Cathy Waldrup. Allen is survived by his brother, Scott Waldrup (Nan); nieces, Rachel Beth Waldrup and Olivia Cox (Christopher); nephew, Dalton Hopper (Ashley); aunt, Linda Waldrup. He also leaves behind 4 great nieces and a large loving extended family, special cousins are Liz Johnson and Missy Nemirow.
Allen was a 1992 graduate of Gadsden High School. He retired from Jones, Blair, Waldrup & Tucker after suffering a stroke several years ago. He had a quick wit and a unique sense of humor. Allen was a lover of Auburn University and History. He was a proud member of Gadsden Masonic Lodge No. 236. He was blessed with many friends that he considered family. His presence will be greatly missed at the annual Jones Family Reunion.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2022 at Forrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Collier Butler Funeral Home on Friday, September 30, 2022 from 12:00 pm– 1:30 pm.
Pallbearers assisting Allen to his final rest place will include; Jud Burford, Christopher Cox, Todd Edmondson, Brandon Garner, Dalton Hopper, Danny Jackson, Jonathon Kilpatrick and Wes Wood.
Because of his lifelong love of reading, in lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the Gadsden Public Library.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.collier-butler.com for the Waldrup family.
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