Kurt Waidler Obituary (1964 - 2023)

Kurt P. Waidler of Atlanta, Georgia passed away peacefully on August 3rd, 2023 after a prolonged illness. He was surrounded by family during his final moments. Kurt will be dearly missed and forever remembered for his impact on the lives of those who knew him. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille, and father, Ray. He is survived by his former wife, Erin, and their children June and Owen. He also leaves behind his brother Larry, and sisters Laurie and Sharon. Kurt was always proud of his nephews Michael, Jonathan, AJ, and Adam and his nieces Ashly, Lauren, Taylor, and Jordan. His "Colorado Cousins" played an important part in his life and participated in his birthday celebration the family held on August 2nd. Kurt was born in Fishkill, NY on August 3, 1964. As a young child, the family moved to Atlanta, GA where he graduated from Lakeside High School in 1982. He attended Troy University on a cross-country scholarship. Additionally, Kurt served in the US Navy aboard the USS Lexington during the Gulf War. He married Erin in 2002 and moved to Suwannee where they began to raise their family. Kurt treasured time with his children. He was their T-ball coach, Scout leader, and VBS teacher. Kurt was a sports enthusiast and loved watching Braves baseball. He announced High School baseball games and recorded school football games for Batten Communications. Kurt excelled at running, finishing 2nd in the state High School Cross Country championships and running numerous Peachtree Road races, often alongside his sister, niece, and nephews. Even after surviving cancer, he completed the 2014 Outer Banks marathon. A reception for family and friends to celebrate Kurt's life will be held on Saturday, November 11 from 1 - 4 p.m. at Ormbsy's (1170 Howell Mill Rd Ste P20, Atlanta, GA 30318).