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Obituary For Teddy Kindred
Teddy Kindred, 68, of Columbus, GA passed on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at New Providence Baptist Church, Columbus, GA with Pastor Martai D. McCullough, Pastor, officiating. Burial to follow in Green Acres Cemetery. Public viewing will be from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Taylor Funeral Home.
Teddy DeWayne Kindred was a native of Columbus, GA, born January 3, 1958 in Columbus, Georgia to loving parents, Mr. Walter Lee, & Ms. Melvin Pullins Kindred
He was the youngest of four children. Dorothy A. McBride “Dot” Elliott, H Kindred “Bubba”, Anita D. Kindred “Nita”
He attended the Muscogee County School district
His career started at Columbus Water Works, He later moved on to work for W.C. Bradley Cooperation until the closing of their business then he became a driver for Mr. Otis Scarbrough and Jay Alexander.
Teddy enjoyed shopping, going out to eat, attending church as well as having a love for singing. It was truly a Holy Ghost good time when Teddy got to sing. He enjoyed fellowship with his family and friends.
In Teddy's adult years, he joined the body of baptized believers of the Greater Beallwood Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend J.C. Cook. He was a member of New Providence Baptist Church until his passing.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Dorothy A. McBride, his brother Elliott H. Kindred, a nephew, Victor Coppins and a niece CPT Stephanie Blanks also his favorite two brothers in love, Willie Fred (Jack) Jackson Jr. and John W. (LAW) McLendon Sr.
Teddy leaves to cherish his memories one sister, Anita D. McLendon of Columbus, GA; one sister in love Barbara A. Kindred of San Antonio, TX.
Left to carry on his memories are his nieces: Marion Williams of Columbus, GA, Freda Flowers (Walter) of West Palm Beach Florida, Roslyn Jackson (Calvin) of Columbus, GA, Deanna Whalen of Tampa, FL, Terri L. Pass (Paul) of Phenix City, AL, Kellie Goss (Avery) of Atlanta, GA, Aneesha J. Avalas (Tito) of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Tiffany Kindred (Chris) of Atlanta, GA. Nephews: Walter F. Jackson of Columbus, GA, Elliott H. Kindred Jr. of San Antonio, TX, Clifford Hubbard (Demita), John McLendon (Areatha) of Augusta, GA.
In addition, he held dear to his heart his great nieces and nephews.
Lifelong best friend Barbara Dowdell and countless other close friends as well as a host of relatives and friends.
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Add A CondolencePraying for the family,Teddy will be greatly missed.
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My deepest Heartfelt Prayers & Condolences to IC DT Terry Pass the Kindred Family! Earth has no sorrows Heaven cannot heal. My God strengthen & keep you all in your time of bereavement. I Love You!
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My deepest condolences and prayers for Nita and family and friends. 🙏
Teddy you will truly be missed so now take your rest. My condolence to Nita and the rest of family, keep the faith. Love you all
My condolences to the family
My sincere condolences to the family. Teddy you will be missed. Betty
Sending sincerest condolences to the Family from Toni Golson.🙏❤️
My Teddy,I am at a loss for words,but God knew best! You will always have a place in my heart ❤️ friend. I will miss you calling me CRAZY! Get your rest friend.
Our Teddy was a gift to the body of Christ! His was anointed by God to uplift and inspire others. I loved his kind spirit and beautiful heart. I miss Teddy. May the family be encouraged by remembering the love that he shared by singing for God!
My condolences and prayers with the family.🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️
Sending my deepest sympathies for the family of Teddy. Prayers for strength to get you through 🙏🏽
Praying for the family
Teddy there is so much , I could say I just don't know , I'm sad , and full of so many good memories of you and, chipper your dog that was human. You're gone but never will you be forgotten, rest my friend.
Teddy was my friend for quite awhile at Alexander Electric. We talked about life and enjoyed making each other laugh. I could go on and on about my buddy but most of all I will miss him so much!
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.