Robert Gill Bardwell

Robert Gill Bardwell, 69, passed away on November 21, 2022 at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville. He was owner of Lakeside Recycling and a veteran in the National Guard. He was a beloved family member. Robert was an excellent cook and a gifted gardener of unusual plants, such as mangos and lemon trees. He loved animals.

He was preceded in death by his father, James William Bardwell and mother, Mary Gill Bardwell.

He is survived by his sister, Kathy Curto; brothers, James Gary Bardwell and John Cecil Bardwell, all of Starkville, MS; and numerous nieces and nephews.

There was a private family graveside service at Oddfellows Cemetery on November 28th. Dr. Martin Lifer officiated the service.

Memorial donations may be made to Oktibbeha County Humane Society,

P. O. Box 297, Starkville, MS 39760.

He is preceded in death by his father Charles Edward Templeton, mother Margaret Russell Templeton and brother Andy Edwin Templeton.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Rose Templeton, his daughter Anna Rose Templeton and son Luke Timothy Templeton. Brother Art Templeton (Deborah) mother and father in law Dr. Lloyd Rose (Lynn) sisters in law Rebecca Rose Morris, Katie Rose Guyton (David) and his nieces and nephews. His dog, Lil Bud- “a man's best friend.”

Tim was self-employed as a commercial and residential Real Estate Appraiser and Broker in the Jackson, MS area for many years. He was an active member of the Zoning and Planning Board in Ridgeland, where he served as chairman.

His office was located on W. Jackson St. He had a vision to develop a “Downtown” for the city of Ridgeland. He was instrumental in the development of the West Jackson St. Overlay District and the creation and design of the clock tower currently located on Jackson Street.

Tim was an active member of Christ United Methodist Church, where he taught 1st Grade Sunday school, and coached upward basketball. When he moved to Starkville, he attended Pinelake Church. Tim considered himself a “simple man”. He loved the Lord and his family with all he had.

Tim had a heart and passion for coaching any sport his children played. He coached Anna Rose in soccer, knowing nothing about the sport. He bought a book about soccer and his team had a fun time. He coached Northeast Jackson Youth Baseball for many years. He loved the times he spent with the boys and was affectionately called Coach T. He always saw the potential in each player. He encouraged each player, especially the ones who needed it the most.

Tim's greatest joy in life was his family. His legacy is the love and memories that live on in the hearts of his children.

His family is thankful for Dr. Michael Gibson and Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center who led the fight. Also, thankful for the love, support and prayers offered by family and friends.

His life was celebrated on Monday, Nov. 28th at First Baptist Chapel in Starkville, MS. Visitation was at 1:00 with a service that followed at 2:00. Welch Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

You may go online at www. welchfuneralhomes.com. at 11:00 A.M. at Mt. Peiler M.B. Church, Starkville, MS.

Interment will follow at Mt. Peiler Church Cemetery II, Starkville, MS.

West Memorial will be in charge of all arrangements.