James Walter Tedder

James Walter Tedder
James Walter Tedder

November 6, 1935 ~ May 15, 2021 (age 85)

James “Walter” Tedder, age 85 of Shallotte, formerly of Chadbourn, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. 

Walter was born on November 6, 1935 to the late David James Tedder and Rosa Ann West Tedder.  He was also preceded in death by four siblings, Jimmy Tedder, Lois Ann Henry, Mildred T. Hamilton and David James Tedder. He is survived by his wife, Miriam Walker Tedder of the home; three children, Walter David Tedder, Sybil Ann Carden and James Patrick Tedder all of Shallotte; sister, Margaret T. Barnes (Franklin Merle) of Carthage; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild on the way.

Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn is serving the family.

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