09/30/10 - NNHS Newsletter - Pop Wyatt
Henry James Wyatt, Jr.
(d. 28 Sept 2010)
Newport News High School Class of February 1942
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09/30/10 - NNHS Newsletter - Pop Wyatt
Henry James Wyatt, Jr. Newport News High School Class of February 1942 |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
We have another sad edition of the NNHS Newsletter this Thursday morning. 
Pop Wyatt,
Class of February 1942, passed away in
Newport News on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at the age of 86. His
brothers, Frank and Ralph Wyatt, predeceased him.
From the Daily Press - 09/30/10:
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Henry J. "Pop" Wyatt, Jr. |
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HAMPTON - Henry James 'Pop' Wyatt
Jr. went home to be with the Lord at the age of 86. Pop fought a long battle
with cancer and was resting at home when he passed away Sept. 28, 2010. Born in Sullivan County, Tenn., he was a resident of Hampton since 1933. Pop was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Anne Wyatt; and brothers, Frank and Ralph Wyatt. Pop graduated from Newport News High in 1942 before going into the Navy. He was with the 'underwater demolition squad' until receiving an honorable discharge because of injuries received. During his time in the Navy he took up boxing, once going three rounds with Champion Rocky Garciano. |
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Pop had many hobbies including fishing, hunting, and playing cards. But his
main hobby was auto racing. Pop started his career at Dude Ranch now known as
Langley Speedway. He was credited with winning the first sportsman race at the
track. Later in his career he raced the 'Flying Mile' at Daytona, averaging 142
mph in a 1963 Pontiac. Pop ran many tracks up and down the east coast winning
his share of races. Later Pop would turn his efforts towards helping his son,
grandsons, and great-grandsons race. From 1995 to 2002, Pop helped with the
major reconstruction of Langley Speedway where he developed many valuable
friendships and left a major impact on all. In 2009 he joined First Baptist Church where he accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized. Pop made many friends while attending church there. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lorraine Wyatt. Between he and his wife they have four children who also survive, Wayne Wyatt and his wife, Shannon, Teresa Miller and her husband, Larry, Kathy Riemann, and William Smith and his wife, Sherrie. He also has 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at First Baptist Church, 12716 Warwick Blvd., Newport News. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 3, 2010, at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
Published in The Daily Press from September 30 to October 1, 2010.
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September 30, 2010 Wayne & Shannon - I am so sorry to hear that your father has passed away. He seemed to have had a great life enjoying his family and friends. Mine and Laurel's thoughts and prayers will be with you. Sincerely - Jim Kyriazis ~ Jim Kyriazis, Surry, Virginia
Wayne & Family - Pop had
a very positive impact on many lives including mine. His optimistic
outlook and easy going style have created memories that will live on
in all of us. Robin and I share in your grief, but are relieved that
he is now free of pain and on his way to bigger and better things
with his savior. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God
Bless you all.
~ Rick Wertel, Lanexa, Virginia
Lorraine - so sorry to hear about James. I'm sorry I can't be there
but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you and I will talk to
you soon. Your sister, Betty & family
Our condolences to the entire Wyatt family. Pop was a great man that lived an amazing and full life. His legacy will live on through your family. ~ Abigail Hester, Newport News, Virginia
Sorry to hear about Pop;
he was a old friend. Sam Perry
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Our deepest
sympathies are extended to the entire Wyatt family and their friends.
Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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No Night There
Words by
John R. Clements,
c.1899
Music by Hart P. Danks (6 Apr 1834 - 20 Nov 1923)
http://www.songwritershalloffame.org/exhibit_bio.asp?exhibitId=197
1. In the land of fadeless day
Lies the city foursquare;
It shall never pass away,
And there is no night there.
* Refrain:
God shall wipe away all tears,
There’s no death, no pain, nor fears,
And they count not time by years,
For there is no night there.
2. All the gates of pearl are made,
In the city foursquare;
All the streets with gold are laid,
And there is no night there.
3. All the gates shall never close
To the city foursquare;
There life’s crystal river flows,
And there is no night there.
4. There they need no sunshine bright,
In that city foursquare;
For the Lamb is all the light,
And there is no night there.
"No Night There" midi and lyrics courtesy of http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/No_Night_There/midi/ - 01/12/07
Greg Olsen Paintings courtesy of http://gregolsengallery.com – 01/27/05
Blackwork Flowers Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.bravenet.com - 08/12/04
Animated Navy Flag clip art courtesy of http://www.angelfire.com/ny4/KevsGifsGalore/Patriotic.html - 06/18/03