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John David "Johnny" Waldrop Jr.

12/19/1954 - 05/26/2025

John David "Johnny" Waldrop Jr. obituary, 12/19/1954-05/26/2025, Trussville, AL

BORN

12/19/1954

DIED

05/26/2025

John Waldrop Obituary

John David Waldrop Jr. was born to Bonnie and John Waldrop. Raised in Tarrant, AL with sister Teresa Waldrop Greer. Graduate of Tarrant City High School and college English major where he graduated cum laude.
Johnny had an established career in car sales for 30 years in the southeast region and was owner of Johnny Waldrop Auto Sales in Pinson, AL.
Some of his fondest memories were spent on the ball field coaching his kids and grandchildren and being in the audience of all their activities.
His true loves were his family, baseball, classic cars, and rock and roll music.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife, Tammie Waldrop, son, John(Kim) Oliver, son, Richard (Laine) Oliver, son, Ray Waldrop, daughter, Bonnie "BJ"(Tony) Nappo. Grandchildren-Hannah Oliver, Tanner Oliver, Harper Oliver, Leo Nappo.
In Lieu of Flowers (please no flowers) ,donations to the Cruetzfield Jakobs Disease Foundation would be appreciated. https://cjdfoundation.org/donations/
Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Jun. 1 to Jun. 3, 2025.

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Pat ( Walker) Jones

June 7, 2025

We grew up together at Rainbow Roller Rink for many years. I remember when we all stated getting cars and he got a green Camaro with white stripes, he was so proud of it.

Neighbor

June 2, 2025

My deepest sympathy in behalf of the Waldron family. Sorry for your loss. May the peace of God comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.

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