Birth date: Oct 21, 1949 Death date: Sep 30, 2025
Waddy Stephen VanBuren, Sr., was born in Washington D.C. on Friday October 21, 1949. He was the 3rd child of Wellington VanBuren Sr., and Alma Harris-VanBuren. On Tuesday September 30, 2025, he passed away at his home in the care Read Obituary
Waddy was an amazing person. So very funny, caring and kind. Waddy, Van and I have been friends for about 44 years. Van and I worked together, our desks being next to each other. One of my fondest memories I have is when Waddy would swing by to pick up Van from work, which was after I left for the day, and he would sit at my desk drawing funny, cartoon pictures of penguins. (Penguins being one of my favorite creatures.) Not sure you all know this, but Waddy was a really good artist! Anyway, I would come into work the next day and find these adorable penguin cartoons on my desk. I saved all of them all and gave them to Van so his artwork stays in the family. I will treasure the many memories I have of this extraordinary man, who I am so proud to call my friend. He will be so very missed, but the memories will always be there to cherish. Rest in peace, Waddy. Anne Vendemmia
The Egan Family has many great memories of our longtime neighbor, Waddy. We remember watching Mike Tyson fights at his house. We remember late nights laughing and drinking in the hot tub and just hanging out on the cut-de-sac. Our girls remember doing choir practice and visiting their baby squirrels. In later years we saw Waddy faithfully walking their little dog around the court. We are among some of the original owner’s on Doubleday Court and Waddy will be missed. Sending our deepest condolences to the Van Buren family. We pray that you will find comfort in your family and special memories during this sad time.
