I was thinking about Bob today. My mom (dec), Mary Ruth Jamison Warfield was related to him. I only met him a couple of times in my life. 
The last time was in  2008 in Bryan, Tx at a family gathering. He called after mom died and was sincere in his sympathy. I wish I had remained in contact with the family.

Although Uncle Bob and I were not close, we shared a timeless bond.  We were not close because he was a career Army officer and so was his brother, my dad, Roy Lauderdale.  The Army meant we rarely saw each other's family because we were constantly moving.  Then when I joined the Air Force, the moves continued, even farther overseas.  But that did not matter, because the bond we shared was based on military service, and it did not require constant care and feeding.  It was always there. 
Uncle Bob (Colonel Lauderdale) committed the heart of his lifetime to service to his country.  So as my family and I committed our efforts to military service, our bond strengthened and grew until the time when he gave me a set of eagles as we progressed in rank.  So our bond is timeless and strong, in mutual service.  Uncle Bob was a great American in a great generation.  He is still with us and just as strong as ever.
Chris Lauderdale USAF Ret

What  can I say? The Lauderdale basement on Friday nights after a dinner at the Pizza Hut and treats at Gifford's - yup - with two amazing people (err Par-ents) upstairs just letting us be us - thank you Col and Ms.Lauderdale!
i"m with you and sending the good vibes of Woodstock, NY  (like, yeah man - digit).

John was an outstanding officer in every respect -respected by all who served with him, under him and over him-  a dear friend who helped others get promoted to General.. but not himself. John L. Insani

John Lauderdale and I were colleagues,  business partners & friends for 31 yrs. He was a unique person with his unique ethical standards & a drive to see a job done right, the first time. We traveled the world & he taught me how to shake hands with a firm grip, Texas/Military style. As partners, my job was to open doors of opportunities but he would enter there first because he insisted that he was better equipped to handle risks & surprises.
For me he has always been my friend, but to all others he was an ENIGMA. 
A friendship that is for ever.

The Colonel was most certainly an officer and a gentleman. He will be greatly missed.

Colonel Lauderdale was a wonderful friend and true inspiration.  He loved his boys and it just wasn't a party without him.  Our lives are richer for having known him.  He will always be remembered as a true gentleman and patriot.

Col Lauderdale, or Colonel as us "kids" called him as we were growing up in Arlington.  He was a gracious gentleman with a quiet smile.

John Lauderdale, a very dear friend to all in our family. His presence from our lives will be missed intensely but he will live in our hearts forever. I will always remember his warm, cheerful and smiling face when he greeted us. Robert and Randall, we share your loss.

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John Robert Lauderdale

November 25, 1926 – August 29, 2016

Murphy Funeral Homes

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