Waldean Back

Waldean Back, age 82, of Gratis, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Hawthorne Glen Senior Living Center in Middletown.  He was born May 14, 1941 in Breathitt County, KY to the late Collin and Martha Back.  Waldean was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many; was a devoted Christian; loved all animals; and was very generous, helping anyone in need.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Scendra Ann Back; brothers Vernon Back, Ershel Back, Bluford Back and John Back; and sisters Ada Griffey and Mary White.  He is survived by his daughter Barbara Cassity; daughter Florence (John) Walker; son Jason (Jennifer) Back; son Harold Back; son James (Bernie) Back; grandchildren: Ashley Streck, Brittany Lamb, Brooke Walker, Brandy Purcell, Josh Back, Jason Back, Madison Back, Taylor Back, Farrah Marshall, Ashley Busby, Shana Back and Angel Gardner; numerous great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Visitation will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 from 11:00 am until time of funeral service at 12 noon at Gard Funeral Home (formerly Lindloff-Zimmerman), 113 Ada Doty Street, Gratis, OH with Pastor Sammy Reed officiating.  Burial will follow at Fairmound Cemetery in West Elkton.  Online condolences and other remembrances may be sent to www.gardfuneralhome.com