Wynder, Edwin, L. “Rocky”- departed this life on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at his home. Mr. Wynder was an U.S. Army Veteran and later retired from TVA as an Accountant. Also known to many as one of the greatest saxophonist to ever play the instrument, Rocky was a gentle and humble man. He loved music but his greatest passion was his family. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, great friend and a true musician. Preceded in death by his parents, Arnetta and Edwin L. Wynder, Sr. and brother, Joseph Wynder. He is survived by a loving wife, Catherine and leaves a legacy with his sons: Larry, Jacksonville, FL, Dwight (Renee), Knoxville, TN, Brian (Cynthia), Atlanta, GA and Michael (Ranae) Wynder, Louisville, KY; grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters: Mildred Farrow, Tacoma, WA, Bertha Mae Gant and Alice Whitehurst, both of Pensacola, FL; a host of relatives and friends to include special friends: Walter (Marilyn) Spears, Bobby Lane, Cleveland “Sonny” (Norma) Drummond, Bishop William ( Tamara) Pankey, Chico Crawford, Keith Brown, Donald Brown, Mark Boling, Tim (Yvonne) Beshea and Brenda Bishop. The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 2, 2012 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service to follow at Greater Mount Moriah FBH Church. Bishop William Pankey officiating. Interment will follow the service at TN State Veterans Cemetery East, John Sevier Highway. It will conclude with full military honors and a full dove release. In lieu of flowers, a monetary donation can be made to Praise Temple Holiness Church, 510 Cansler Street, Knoxville, TN 37921.
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To Brian and the entire family of Edwin “Rocky” Wynder. I extend my sincerest condolences to you. My prayer is that God will continue to strengthen you and comfort you during this difficult time and the days to come.
Peace, prayers and blessings to the wonderful wife and family of Rocky.
We would like to say how much rocky meant to us and and he was a wonderful person and close friend who helped us in alot of ways and we will never forget his great personality,funny laugh,and calling all of us on our birthdays to play for us and what an impact he had on on alex nick and kyler and love for children and we love him and his family will be kept in our prayers and hearts.
Rocky was a customer at CVS Pharmacy Western Ave. where I am employed. I’ve been a pharmacist since 1978 and I believe Rocky was my favorite customer of all. A friendly smile and bright personality were his trademarks. Enough to make a person who is down feel good. Seeing him made a day better. All he has to do is play that saxophone and St. Peter will swing that gate of heaven wide open for him to enter. God Bless Rocky.
The Lord is my rock,
and my fortress, and my deliverer;
my God, my strength, in whom I take refuge;
my shield, and the horn of my salvation,
and my high tower.
Psalm 18:2
Our deepest sympathy to the Wynder Family. May the peace of our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST bring you comfort and peace forevermore.
We would like to express our sincerest sympathy to your entire family over the death of your father, husband, grandfather and great-grandfather. Terry played drums with Rocky on several occasions and Pat taught Michael American History in the eighth grade at Carter Middle School.
Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rocky will be missed.
Terry and Pat Rozelle
Rocky, rest in peace. You were a dear friend many years. Play a song for me in heaven.
Ralph Soulby
To the Family of Rocky Widner, you have our deepest sympathy. He will be forever missed. Oh what a joy his music bought to each of us and the community. May God Bless each of you and give you Peace, and to his wife Peace and Love be with you. “If we are faithful to the end, trusting God just as firmly as when we first believed, we will share in all things that belong to Christ.”
Love & Blessings,
From: The Thompson, Stone Sherril, & Taylor Families