Saturday, April 10, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer, Bobby Lauderdale, loving father of two, passed away at the age of 54.
Visitation: 5 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, at Lake Shore Funeral Home.
Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 15, at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Burial: will follow at Mexia City Cemetery.
Bobby was born July 14, 1966 in Mexia to Bill Lauderdale and Patricia (Higgins) Lauderdale. Bobby graduated from Mexia High School in 1984. He was a notable home builder in Central Texas and took utmost pride in his work.
Bobby had a passion for woodworking, and it was evident throughout his life’s works. He also had a love for martial arts, fishing, flying, and exotic cars. Among those things, he loved the Lord and would pray over anyone and everyone he met. He was known to be a risk-taker, always living life on the edge, and his infectious, bright white smile could light up any room.
Bobby was preceded in death by his father, Bill Lauderdale; and his mother, Patricia Higgins Lauderdale.
He is survived by his two daughters, Hailey and Kylie Lauderdale; his identical twin brother, Billy Lauderdale; sister, Donna Arnold; nephews, Zac Lauderdale, Logan Arnold and Benji Taylor; niece, Katy Lauderdale; and special friends, David Powers and Paul Work.
The family would like to acknowledge a special thank you to Dr. Tim Martindale for his personal and professional care.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Billy and family, I’m so very sorry to hear that Bobby passed away. I haven’t seen him in years we all used to have good times in Mexia,Tx. I pray the Lord with give you peace and comfort . I will keep y’all in my prayers.
So sorry for the loss
Sending many prayers for peace and comfort that only God can give.
I truly wouldn’t be where I am professionally without Bobby’s insight and one on one motivation… Working next to Bobby was a gift… yet working under him was a blessing… You really don’t know you have in your life until your left wondering what’s next… Bobby truly became more than just my colleague… and mentor… he was life a father yet ultimately my friend…
I do wish you comfort… Peace and Blessings to you all
So sorry for your loss. We will continue prayers for strength and comfort in all the days to come.
Dear family,
I’m very sorry for your loss. Bobby was one of myy brother David’s best friends. He always spoke very highly of Bobby.
So sorry to hear about Bobby’s passing, and my prayers are with all of his family. I met Bobby when he worked on the Roosevelt building downtown and other various projects. He was one of the most vibrant people I know and full of excitement. Always a joy to talk with him about any of his various interests, but I always especially enjoyed discussing our faith in Christ.
Memories that I have of Bobby are always at the gym. Me and my workout buddy would always run into Bobby and knew we are about to get a good story for the day or week. Bobby always had something to tell, and would tell it in the most dramatic way so it caught your attention. His stories were always interesting and sometimes caught you off guard lol. That was the great thing about his stories, you never knew what you were gonna get. I will deffinalty miss his workout ethic, and always wanting to improve his body. Constantly asking for advice and what he could do different to look more in shape. As long as I knew Bobby he had a low body percentage, and was in great shape as it was for a man of his age. We will miss you bud and see you again soon. Love ya brotha.
I have known Bobby for years. I am so sorry to hear of Bobbys passing. He treated everyone with love and compassion. He was always smiling and having fun. He will be greatly missed.
I was schocked too see my classmate Bobby in the Mexia Orbituary section. Bobby was my classmate, I will never forget that Smile. My prayers are with you all, Hold on Billy I know it’s hard losing your Twin. Remember Bobby is in Heaven and he knew the Lord. The Mexia BlackCats Class of 84, Miss you Bobby, you will never be forgotten.
So sorry to hear of Bobby’s passing. He was such a nice guy with the best smile. Prayers of comfort for his family in their time of need. Rest in Peace Bobby.
To the family
I met Bobby at Crunch Fitness Gym and it was always a delight to see his big smile. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. RIP Bobby (I know you will be keeping the treadmills hot there in Heaven )
I had the privilege of meeting and knowing Bobby briefly. The last time I saw him, he confided to me that he was stricken with cancer and asked me to keep him in my thoughts and prayers, which I gladly did. Prior to that, he told me that he had considered joining the U.S. Army at one time and going to flight school to be a helicopter pilot. I know that he would have passed that course with flying colors. Rest in Peace, Bobby. I’ll see you in Heaven someday…
What a great guy such an amazing heart loved dealing with him through the years at Darden Building Materials so shocked he is no longer with us condolences to you Billy and your family.