C.A. was born December 17, 1927 in Myrtle Springs, TX to Cicero Augustus Waites and Emory Yates.
He passed away October 23, 2019 in Canton, TX.
C.A. grew up in Myrtle Springs where he attended school. He married Anna Lou Edwards on October 13, 1945 and they just celebrated their 74th anniversary. C.A. worked for Dallas ISD for 34 years before retiring in 1986. He loved farming and raising cattle, goats and rabbits during retirement. C.A. was an active member of First Baptist Church in Canton where he volunteered with Texas Baptist Men and served on several mission trips.
He is survived by his Wife, Anna Lou Waites; Daughter, Melynda & Rob Green; Grandson, Lance & Hilary Green; Grandson, Matt Green; and Great-Granddaughter, Kenna Green.
C.A. is preceded in death by his Parents, Gus & Emory Waites; and Sisters: Ethel Shinn Smith, Connie Hallmark, Oneita Springer, Leota Lang and Daphne Waites.
Interment will be at Haven of Memories in Canton, TX.
Family will receive friends Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church or Hope Pregnancy Center in honor of Mr. Waites.
v.1.1.3