Michael “Waldo” Walden, age 39, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital. (UAB). Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 US Hwy 431N/280, Phenix City, Alabama on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, 1 p.m. with Pastor David Johnson officiating.Continue Reading
Michael “Waldo” Walden, age 39, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital. (UAB). Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 US Hwy 431N/280, Phenix City, Alabama on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, 1 p.m. with Pastor David Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Parkhill Cemetery, Columbus, Georgia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Michael, son of James Michael Walden and Tracy Lynn Wade Oswalt, was born February 27, 1982 in Columbus, Georgia. He was a young man that enjoyed life. Michael was an avid golfer; loved baseball and softball; fishing; Georgia Bulldog football; and watching Braves baseball. Michael always looked forward to being outdoors; but most of all he loved spending quality time with his daughter. The family remembers Michael as a man who knew no strangers; always tried to help others; and was a father who loved his daughter immensely.
Michael was preceded in death by a brother, Brian Walden. He is survived by his father, Mike Walden of Columbus, Georgia; mother, Tracy Oswalt and her husband Brian of Phenix City; paternal grandfather, James E. Walden of Columbus; daughter, Chloe Walden of Smiths Station, Alabama; step-sister, Nicole Oswalt of Opelika, Alabama; many other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Crossroads Men’s Recovery Program, 1033 Valley Rescue Mission Road, Hamilton, Georgia 31811
Nicholas Rodriquez
left a message on June 22, 2021:
You will truly be missed cousin. You were a great father, son, brother, cousin, and friend. Praying for the family. Much love from Nick, Ashley, Matthew, and Brycen. Till we meet again!
Mary Norwalk
left a message on June 22, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Mary Norwalk lit a candle
Jamie Cook
left a message on June 22, 2021:
Mike and FamilyWe are so sorry for your loss. I do not know what you are going thru but I do know he is in a better place and he will always be with you. May you know that your friends love you and we are here if you need anythingMuch love and prayers
Philip & Jamie Cook
Trey & Lindsey Cook
Hannah, Matt, Khylie & Harper Lee Ison
James Raber
left a message on June 22, 2021:
Always a sad day when a battle buddy passes. So sad when such a great person is set off into the great beyond. I'm so happy I was blessed to know and serve with such an amazing person.
Amy Chapman
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I haven’t been able to find the words to say as I am devastate to say the least… Michael Walden was a very special person/friend/father/son. Always there to lift everyone up and make them laugh even on his hard days. I will always cherish our times together and our amazing friendship we had and I will try my best to do what he always wanted for me and that’s for me and my girls to be HAPPY ❤️ Micheal was an AMAZING friend, an excellent father to Chloe she was his whole world!!! And he Loved his Mom more than anyone could ever know, He was so thankful for her he would always tell me how blessed he was to have a Mom like Mrs. Tracy and how Chloe was the light of his world and how those two are why he kept fighting so hard in life. He had a love for baseball/softball and for the Georgia Bulldogs “Go Dawgs” and golf and fishing. Michael fought till the very end and he was truly a Godly man he would have his bad days through this battle but we all do, he never lost his Faith and knew God had a plan. God tells us to be a light in the world and Michael was just that he shared Jesus with everyone possible and his love for God and how God had brought him through so much in his life. I know he is in a better place with no more pain and suffering but oh how I wish he was still here on earth with us healed and making everyone smile again! I will cherish the memories we had together.
mrs. Tracy I am praying for you and Chloe and the rest of the family and please know I am not going anywhere I am always here for y’all!!!R.I.H. With our Lord and Savior Michael you earned it with your work here on earth!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Josh Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Goodbye for now my brother. You will always be in my heart.
Amy Pearson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Love and Prayers for the family. Michael was one of the sweetest guys I knew! He will be missed.
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
John Walden
left a message on June 21, 2021:
As I'm still trying to process this news, my mind is flooded with so many memories of the times I spent with Michael. The years of growing up, family get togethers, family reunions, spending many Thanksgivings together, bon fires when we were younger, sometimes having to hide the things we did from the elders in our family, the times of laughter we shared, and times of sorrow and tragedy. So many memories. My deepest condolences go out to Mike, Tracy, and especially to Chloe, as well as to the rest of the family. Words can't express my sorrow for your loss.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
June Pierce
left a message on June 21, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family. He will really be missed. As already said this young man loved life and others. In his teenage years he spent many days in my home. He brought a smile to my heart and sunshine in my home. He has a permanent place in my heart. I loved him Jesus loves him more. My prayes are with the family.
June Pierce
left a message on June 21, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family. He will really be missed. As already said this young man loved life and others. In his teenage years he spent many days in my home. He brought a smile to my heart and sunshine in my home. He has a permanent place in my heart. I loved him Jesus loves him more. My prayes are with the family.
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Stacy & Mark Glover
left a message on June 20, 2021:
God Bless yall!!
We love you & continued prayers!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lonnie & Lisa Smith
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Rest in Peace Michael
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Patricia
left a message on June 20, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Patricia lit a candle
Alana Shiver
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I'm sending my condolences to Tracy Oswalt for the loss of her son. Sending prayers to Tracy and her family on the loss of Michael. He really was going through a stuff time with his health issue. May he RiP now and he is no longer suffering. May God be with all of y’all. 🙏
Alana Shiver
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I'm sending my condolences to Tracy Oswalt for the loss of her son. Sending prayers to Tracy and her family on the loss of Michael. He really was going through a stuff time with his health issue. May he RiP now and he is no longer suffering. May God be with all of y’all. 🙏
Ray Banks
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Love you bro!!
Rob Morgan
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Michael you were the living example of God’s Grace & Goodness. I’m a better man from having known you. The loss of you here on this earth is nothing compared to the celebration in heaven as you entered into your just reward. I Love You Waldo.
Rob Morgan
left a message on June 20, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Rob Morgan lit a candle
Kristin Richardson
left a message on June 20, 2021:
My heart Goes out to Michael’s mother, daughter and rest of family. I am praying for comfort and love during this time. Please let me know if you need anything at all. Sending an abundance of love your way.
Kristin Richardson
left a message on June 20, 2021:
My heart Goes out to Michael’s mother, daughter and rest of family. I am praying for comfort and love during this time. Please let me know if you need anything at all. Sending an abundance of love your way.
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Nicholas Rodriquez
left a message on June 22, 2021:
You will truly be missed cousin. You were a great father, son, brother, cousin, and friend. Praying for the family. Much love from Nick, Ashley, Matthew, and Brycen. Till we meet again!
Mary Norwalk
left a message on June 22, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Mary Norwalk lit a candle
Jamie Cook
left a message on June 22, 2021:
Mike and FamilyWe are so sorry for your loss. I do not know what you are going thru but I do know he is in a better place and he will always be with you. May you know that your friends love you and we are here if you need anythingMuch love and prayers
Philip & Jamie Cook
Trey & Lindsey Cook
Hannah, Matt, Khylie & Harper Lee Ison
James Raber
left a message on June 22, 2021:
Always a sad day when a battle buddy passes. So sad when such a great person is set off into the great beyond. I'm so happy I was blessed to know and serve with such an amazing person.
Amy Chapman
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I haven’t been able to find the words to say as I am devastate to say the least… Michael Walden was a very special person/friend/father/son. Always there to lift everyone up and make them laugh even on his hard days. I will always cherish our times together and our amazing friendship we had and I will try my best to do what he always wanted for me and that’s for me and my girls to be HAPPY ❤️ Micheal was an AMAZING friend, an excellent father to Chloe she was his whole world!!! And he Loved his Mom more than anyone could ever know, He was so thankful for her he would always tell me how blessed he was to have a Mom like Mrs. Tracy and how Chloe was the light of his world and how those two are why he kept fighting so hard in life. He had a love for baseball/softball and for the Georgia Bulldogs “Go Dawgs” and golf and fishing. Michael fought till the very end and he was truly a Godly man he would have his bad days through this battle but we all do, he never lost his Faith and knew God had a plan. God tells us to be a light in the world and Michael was just that he shared Jesus with everyone possible and his love for God and how God had brought him through so much in his life. I know he is in a better place with no more pain and suffering but oh how I wish he was still here on earth with us healed and making everyone smile again! I will cherish the memories we had together.
mrs. Tracy I am praying for you and Chloe and the rest of the family and please know I am not going anywhere I am always here for y’all!!!R.I.H. With our Lord and Savior Michael you earned it with your work here on earth!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Josh Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Goodbye for now my brother. You will always be in my heart.
Amy Pearson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Love and Prayers for the family. Michael was one of the sweetest guys I knew! He will be missed.
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
Rachel Elvington
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I feel like I've know you forever. I pray peace for your family but I celebrate knowing you're in Heaven. You've fought the good fight and now you rest with your Father with a new body and no pain. I can't wait to join you one day!
John Walden
left a message on June 21, 2021:
As I'm still trying to process this news, my mind is flooded with so many memories of the times I spent with Michael. The years of growing up, family get togethers, family reunions, spending many Thanksgivings together, bon fires when we were younger, sometimes having to hide the things we did from the elders in our family, the times of laughter we shared, and times of sorrow and tragedy. So many memories. My deepest condolences go out to Mike, Tracy, and especially to Chloe, as well as to the rest of the family. Words can't express my sorrow for your loss.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
Kohlbry Family
left a message on June 21, 2021:
Prayers of comfort for the Family.
June Pierce
left a message on June 21, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family. He will really be missed. As already said this young man loved life and others. In his teenage years he spent many days in my home. He brought a smile to my heart and sunshine in my home. He has a permanent place in my heart. I loved him Jesus loves him more. My prayes are with the family.
June Pierce
left a message on June 21, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family. He will really be missed. As already said this young man loved life and others. In his teenage years he spent many days in my home. He brought a smile to my heart and sunshine in my home. He has a permanent place in my heart. I loved him Jesus loves him more. My prayes are with the family.
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Linda Gibson
left a message on June 21, 2021:
I am sorry for your loss!! Praying for you & the family...Love always Linda
Stacy & Mark Glover
left a message on June 20, 2021:
God Bless yall!!
We love you & continued prayers!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lonnie & Lisa Smith
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Rest in Peace Michael
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Brian Childs
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss the entire family will be in my prayers
Patricia
left a message on June 20, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Patricia lit a candle
Alana Shiver
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I'm sending my condolences to Tracy Oswalt for the loss of her son. Sending prayers to Tracy and her family on the loss of Michael. He really was going through a stuff time with his health issue. May he RiP now and he is no longer suffering. May God be with all of y’all. 🙏
Alana Shiver
left a message on June 20, 2021:
I'm sending my condolences to Tracy Oswalt for the loss of her son. Sending prayers to Tracy and her family on the loss of Michael. He really was going through a stuff time with his health issue. May he RiP now and he is no longer suffering. May God be with all of y’all. 🙏
Ray Banks
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Love you bro!!
Rob Morgan
left a message on June 20, 2021:
Michael you were the living example of God’s Grace & Goodness. I’m a better man from having known you. The loss of you here on this earth is nothing compared to the celebration in heaven as you entered into your just reward. I Love You Waldo.
Rob Morgan
left a message on June 20, 2021:
In memory of Michael "Waldo" Walden, Rob Morgan lit a candle
Kristin Richardson
left a message on June 20, 2021:
My heart Goes out to Michael’s mother, daughter and rest of family. I am praying for comfort and love during this time. Please let me know if you need anything at all. Sending an abundance of love your way.
Kristin Richardson
left a message on June 20, 2021:
My heart Goes out to Michael’s mother, daughter and rest of family. I am praying for comfort and love during this time. Please let me know if you need anything at all. Sending an abundance of love your way.
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