ARCHDALE – "Col" Robert Reid Mendenhall Jr. (Red) age 85 from Archdale, N.C. passed away on Tuesday evening, January 19, 2010. He was a patient at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. He was surrounded with the love of his family and Minister.
"Red" was born in Trinity, N.C. on July 8th, 1924. He was the eldest son of devout Quakers, Robert Reid Mendenhall Sr. and Verna Mae Stone Mendenhall.
Robert graduated from Trinity High School and entered The North Carolina State School of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, N.C., but due to the WW II events, he discontinued his academic career and joined the armed forces. He then became a CPL. in the Weapons Troop of the 29th Cavalry Squadron stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. This was soon to be the last division of the US Cavalry. Red trained several celebrities in the art of fighting on horseback that were drafted during this time, including Mickey Rooney. Robert (Red) was soon sent to the Philippines and Japan where he served in battle achieving many honors and medals. Red set up the first Rodeo and Air Show at the Meiji Stadium for Armistice Day in Tokyo following the surrender.
Following Red's illustrious military service, he returned home and began a career in Auctioneering. After establishing a young family, in 1952, he and his younger brother founded The Mendenhall Auction Company. As their success grew, they formed The High Point Auto Auction and The Mendenhall School of Auctioneering.
Red performed auctions nationwide, auctioning cars, machinery, antiques, land, estates and prestigious properties, including sales for Donald Trump.
Robert's numerous hobbies and loves during that time included raising Quarter horses and competing in Western Horse Shows and Rodeos, getting his pilot's license and flying his single and twin engine planes on Sunday afternoon, and watching Bonanza on Sunday evenings in color.
Robert was a dedicated 32 Degree Mason, belonging to the Numa F Reid Lodge #344 in High Point, N.C. He was a Mason of 60 years and a Shriner of 50 years. He volunteered his auctioneering talents to many charitable events during his career. He was a lifetime member of the Quaker Church, Springfield Friends Meeting in High Point, N.C. and held many active roles in ministering, such as superintendent, Sunday School Teacher, and Fund Raiser.
Robert loved people, and loved to tell the stories of his colorful experiences throughout his long life. He always managed to make someone laugh and smile.
Robert, (Red) is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Helen Mendenhall, daughter, Bonny Mendenhall Calloway, Granddaughters: Michelle Reid, Lauren Trapp, and Miles Christina Calloway. Stepdaughter: Jan Clayton. Sister: Valeria Thayer and Brother: Forrest Mendenhall and his wife Betty Jo, Nephews: Steven Thayer, Mark Thayer and his wife Deedra, Wayne Mendenhall, Nieces: Gail Mooney, Julie Mendenhall, Great Nephews: Josh Thayer and his wife Amy, Nathan Thayer, Hunter Mooney, Great Nieces': Kathryn Mooney, Kristen Mooney, Great-Great nephews: the twins, Noah and Aiden Thayer.
Robert, (Red) was preceded in death by his only son, Robert Reid Mendenhall III, (Bobby) on September 29, 2006.
A celebration of "Red's" life will take place at Springfield Friends Meeting, 555 East Springfield Road, High Point, N.C. Saturday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive guests prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
In Lieu of flowers, there has been a fund set up to help with the medical expenses. The family asks that memorial gifts be sent to "Red Mendenhall Memorial Fund" at any branch of The Bank of North Carolina.
The family be at the home of Red's sister Valeria Thayer: 2164 Pleasant Loop, Thomasville, N.C. 27360. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
High Point Enterprise - Obituaries January 22, 2010.
"Red" was born in Trinity, N.C. on July 8th, 1924. He was the eldest son of devout Quakers, Robert Reid Mendenhall Sr. and Verna Mae Stone Mendenhall.
Robert graduated from Trinity High School and entered The North Carolina State School of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, N.C., but due to the WW II events, he discontinued his academic career and joined the armed forces. He then became a CPL. in the Weapons Troop of the 29th Cavalry Squadron stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. This was soon to be the last division of the US Cavalry. Red trained several celebrities in the art of fighting on horseback that were drafted during this time, including Mickey Rooney. Robert (Red) was soon sent to the Philippines and Japan where he served in battle achieving many honors and medals. Red set up the first Rodeo and Air Show at the Meiji Stadium for Armistice Day in Tokyo following the surrender.
Following Red's illustrious military service, he returned home and began a career in Auctioneering. After establishing a young family, in 1952, he and his younger brother founded The Mendenhall Auction Company. As their success grew, they formed The High Point Auto Auction and The Mendenhall School of Auctioneering.
Red performed auctions nationwide, auctioning cars, machinery, antiques, land, estates and prestigious properties, including sales for Donald Trump.
Robert's numerous hobbies and loves during that time included raising Quarter horses and competing in Western Horse Shows and Rodeos, getting his pilot's license and flying his single and twin engine planes on Sunday afternoon, and watching Bonanza on Sunday evenings in color.
Robert was a dedicated 32 Degree Mason, belonging to the Numa F Reid Lodge #344 in High Point, N.C. He was a Mason of 60 years and a Shriner of 50 years. He volunteered his auctioneering talents to many charitable events during his career. He was a lifetime member of the Quaker Church, Springfield Friends Meeting in High Point, N.C. and held many active roles in ministering, such as superintendent, Sunday School Teacher, and Fund Raiser.
Robert loved people, and loved to tell the stories of his colorful experiences throughout his long life. He always managed to make someone laugh and smile.
Robert, (Red) is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Helen Mendenhall, daughter, Bonny Mendenhall Calloway, Granddaughters: Michelle Reid, Lauren Trapp, and Miles Christina Calloway. Stepdaughter: Jan Clayton. Sister: Valeria Thayer and Brother: Forrest Mendenhall and his wife Betty Jo, Nephews: Steven Thayer, Mark Thayer and his wife Deedra, Wayne Mendenhall, Nieces: Gail Mooney, Julie Mendenhall, Great Nephews: Josh Thayer and his wife Amy, Nathan Thayer, Hunter Mooney, Great Nieces': Kathryn Mooney, Kristen Mooney, Great-Great nephews: the twins, Noah and Aiden Thayer.
Robert, (Red) was preceded in death by his only son, Robert Reid Mendenhall III, (Bobby) on September 29, 2006.
A celebration of "Red's" life will take place at Springfield Friends Meeting, 555 East Springfield Road, High Point, N.C. Saturday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive guests prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
In Lieu of flowers, there has been a fund set up to help with the medical expenses. The family asks that memorial gifts be sent to "Red Mendenhall Memorial Fund" at any branch of The Bank of North Carolina.
The family be at the home of Red's sister Valeria Thayer: 2164 Pleasant Loop, Thomasville, N.C. 27360. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
High Point Enterprise - Obituaries January 22, 2010.
ARCHDALE – "Col" Robert Reid Mendenhall Jr. (Red) age 85 from Archdale, N.C. passed away on Tuesday evening, January 19, 2010. He was a patient at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. He was surrounded with the love of his family and Minister.
"Red" was born in Trinity, N.C. on July 8th, 1924. He was the eldest son of devout Quakers, Robert Reid Mendenhall Sr. and Verna Mae Stone Mendenhall.
Robert graduated from Trinity High School and entered The North Carolina State School of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, N.C., but due to the WW II events, he discontinued his academic career and joined the armed forces. He then became a CPL. in the Weapons Troop of the 29th Cavalry Squadron stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. This was soon to be the last division of the US Cavalry. Red trained several celebrities in the art of fighting on horseback that were drafted during this time, including Mickey Rooney. Robert (Red) was soon sent to the Philippines and Japan where he served in battle achieving many honors and medals. Red set up the first Rodeo and Air Show at the Meiji Stadium for Armistice Day in Tokyo following the surrender.
Following Red's illustrious military service, he returned home and began a career in Auctioneering. After establishing a young family, in 1952, he and his younger brother founded The Mendenhall Auction Company. As their success grew, they formed The High Point Auto Auction and The Mendenhall School of Auctioneering.
Red performed auctions nationwide, auctioning cars, machinery, antiques, land, estates and prestigious properties, including sales for Donald Trump.
Robert's numerous hobbies and loves during that time included raising Quarter horses and competing in Western Horse Shows and Rodeos, getting his pilot's license and flying his single and twin engine planes on Sunday afternoon, and watching Bonanza on Sunday evenings in color.
Robert was a dedicated 32 Degree Mason, belonging to the Numa F Reid Lodge #344 in High Point, N.C. He was a Mason of 60 years and a Shriner of 50 years. He volunteered his auctioneering talents to many charitable events during his career. He was a lifetime member of the Quaker Church, Springfield Friends Meeting in High Point, N.C. and held many active roles in ministering, such as superintendent, Sunday School Teacher, and Fund Raiser.
Robert loved people, and loved to tell the stories of his colorful experiences throughout his long life. He always managed to make someone laugh and smile.
Robert, (Red) is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Helen Mendenhall, daughter, Bonny Mendenhall Calloway, Granddaughters: Michelle Reid, Lauren Trapp, and Miles Christina Calloway. Stepdaughter: Jan Clayton. Sister: Valeria Thayer and Brother: Forrest Mendenhall and his wife Betty Jo, Nephews: Steven Thayer, Mark Thayer and his wife Deedra, Wayne Mendenhall, Nieces: Gail Mooney, Julie Mendenhall, Great Nephews: Josh Thayer and his wife Amy, Nathan Thayer, Hunter Mooney, Great Nieces': Kathryn Mooney, Kristen Mooney, Great-Great nephews: the twins, Noah and Aiden Thayer.
Robert, (Red) was preceded in death by his only son, Robert Reid Mendenhall III, (Bobby) on September 29, 2006.
A celebration of "Red's" life will take place at Springfield Friends Meeting, 555 East Springfield Road, High Point, N.C. Saturday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive guests prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
In Lieu of flowers, there has been a fund set up to help with the medical expenses. The family asks that memorial gifts be sent to "Red Mendenhall Memorial Fund" at any branch of The Bank of North Carolina.
The family be at the home of Red's sister Valeria Thayer: 2164 Pleasant Loop, Thomasville, N.C. 27360. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
High Point Enterprise - Obituaries January 22, 2010.
"Red" was born in Trinity, N.C. on July 8th, 1924. He was the eldest son of devout Quakers, Robert Reid Mendenhall Sr. and Verna Mae Stone Mendenhall.
Robert graduated from Trinity High School and entered The North Carolina State School of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, N.C., but due to the WW II events, he discontinued his academic career and joined the armed forces. He then became a CPL. in the Weapons Troop of the 29th Cavalry Squadron stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. This was soon to be the last division of the US Cavalry. Red trained several celebrities in the art of fighting on horseback that were drafted during this time, including Mickey Rooney. Robert (Red) was soon sent to the Philippines and Japan where he served in battle achieving many honors and medals. Red set up the first Rodeo and Air Show at the Meiji Stadium for Armistice Day in Tokyo following the surrender.
Following Red's illustrious military service, he returned home and began a career in Auctioneering. After establishing a young family, in 1952, he and his younger brother founded The Mendenhall Auction Company. As their success grew, they formed The High Point Auto Auction and The Mendenhall School of Auctioneering.
Red performed auctions nationwide, auctioning cars, machinery, antiques, land, estates and prestigious properties, including sales for Donald Trump.
Robert's numerous hobbies and loves during that time included raising Quarter horses and competing in Western Horse Shows and Rodeos, getting his pilot's license and flying his single and twin engine planes on Sunday afternoon, and watching Bonanza on Sunday evenings in color.
Robert was a dedicated 32 Degree Mason, belonging to the Numa F Reid Lodge #344 in High Point, N.C. He was a Mason of 60 years and a Shriner of 50 years. He volunteered his auctioneering talents to many charitable events during his career. He was a lifetime member of the Quaker Church, Springfield Friends Meeting in High Point, N.C. and held many active roles in ministering, such as superintendent, Sunday School Teacher, and Fund Raiser.
Robert loved people, and loved to tell the stories of his colorful experiences throughout his long life. He always managed to make someone laugh and smile.
Robert, (Red) is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Helen Mendenhall, daughter, Bonny Mendenhall Calloway, Granddaughters: Michelle Reid, Lauren Trapp, and Miles Christina Calloway. Stepdaughter: Jan Clayton. Sister: Valeria Thayer and Brother: Forrest Mendenhall and his wife Betty Jo, Nephews: Steven Thayer, Mark Thayer and his wife Deedra, Wayne Mendenhall, Nieces: Gail Mooney, Julie Mendenhall, Great Nephews: Josh Thayer and his wife Amy, Nathan Thayer, Hunter Mooney, Great Nieces': Kathryn Mooney, Kristen Mooney, Great-Great nephews: the twins, Noah and Aiden Thayer.
Robert, (Red) was preceded in death by his only son, Robert Reid Mendenhall III, (Bobby) on September 29, 2006.
A celebration of "Red's" life will take place at Springfield Friends Meeting, 555 East Springfield Road, High Point, N.C. Saturday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive guests prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary
In Lieu of flowers, there has been a fund set up to help with the medical expenses. The family asks that memorial gifts be sent to "Red Mendenhall Memorial Fund" at any branch of The Bank of North Carolina.
The family be at the home of Red's sister Valeria Thayer: 2164 Pleasant Loop, Thomasville, N.C. 27360. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
High Point Enterprise - Obituaries January 22, 2010.
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