Harvey Lee Waddell, 70, of Statesville, N.C., died May 1, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born in Iredell County on April 5, 1954, he was a son of the late Odell Waddell and Guynell Cheeks Waddell. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Judy Mason Waddell, and a brother, Ernie Waddell

He was a retired painter and enjoyed playing bingo, bird watching, fishing, liked his work and loved his cats.

Survivors include a daughter, Donna Mason Smoot (Russell); and two grandchildren, Nolan Mash (Carolyn) and Christopher Mash; along with one great granddaughter, Ellie Mash.

Also surviving are brothers, Donnie Waddell (Pamela), Calvin Waddell , Michael Waddell and Roger Waddell, along with a sister, Anna Ernest (Allen).

Services will be private.

Nicholson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.