William Richard Arrington

William Richard Arrington, 73, entered into rest Thursday, July 17, 2025. He was born in Wadley, GA to the late Maggie and Bennie Arrington and has been a longtime resident of Burke County. He was a 1970 graduate of Waynesboro High School and a graduate of the University of Georgia, with a Master’s degree in education. Richard taught in the public school system in Georgia for 38 years. Many of these years he coached various sports and was affectionately known as Coach Arrington. He was honored as Coach of the Year several times and as Athletic Director of the Year. Richard was a member of the Bible Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Danny Arrington; maternal grandparents, Mildred and Frank Eskew; and paternal grandparents, Euola and Jessie Arrington.

He is survived by three siblings, Carol Collins, Connie Arrington, and Jerry Arrington (Kim) all of Waynesboro; several nieces and nephews; and best friend, Darryl Crumbley of Waynesboro.

The family will receive friends from 2:00pm to 3:00pm Sunday, July 20 at the funeral home. Graveside Services will be held at 3:30pm Sunday, July 20 in Burke Memorial Gardens with Bill Lively officiating.

Pallbearers will be Scott Collins, Chad Collins, Jerry Arrington, Jr., Dr. Terry Arrington, Lance Arrington, and Josh Riggs.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Regency Hospice and Jill Posey for their care during this difficult time.

Remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

DeLoach-McKerley-Prescott Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 220 East 6th Street, Waynesboro, GA 30830 (706-554-3531)

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