Robert Wardlow

ROBERT WARDLOW was born to the late Cleauther and Lena Wardlow on February 24, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He departed this life on August 11, 2020. The family moved to Baltimore when Robert and his siblings were very young. Robert was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System. He graduated from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. Robert met and was joined in holy matrimony to the late Elnora Wardlow. From this union one son, William Dante Wardlow, was born. They were married for sixty years. Robert was a hard worker. When he was a teenager, Robert sold Afro and Sun newspapers. Robert worked with his father at Allied Bedding Company. He was employed by General Motors for 32 years until he retired. Robert was a member of Greater Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed being in service with his church family. He was the original member of the Multimedia Ministry when the only equipment was a double tape deck recorder, headphones and a folding chair. Robert was a fan of automobiles. He talked about building cars, buying cars, and accessorizing cars. He regularly attended the auto show when it came to town. He enjoyed traveling and hitting the road, especially vacations and family road trips. Robert loved shopping. He was big on fashion. He enjoyed finding a good bargain in person or on HSN or QVC. He didn't keep all of his bargains to himself. He often shared them with family and friends as gifts. Robert also loved animals. He was delighted to spend hours on his front porch enjoying the fresh air with his cat, Mickey and his dog, Tinkerbell. Robert appreciated delicious meals whether they were at restaurants or family dinners. He would always have a healthy size of dessert on his plate. Spending time with family and friends added to his dining experience. He often played cards with family and friends after meals. Robert always wanted the best for his family and loved ones. He never missed the opportunity to share with others what he had learned from his life experiences. The advice he gave was one way he showed he cared. Robert was very vocal and made sure his voice and opinions were always heard. He had a colorful personality and often made others laugh. He will truly be missed. His brother Johnny Wardlow preceded him in death. He leaves to cherish his memory; his son, William Wardlow; his sister, Clara Wardlow and her companion, Milton Swan; niece, Deborah Carr; brothers-in-law, Fred Marrow and James Jones; cousin, Fred Goodman and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

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Robert Wardlow

February 24, 1940 - August 11, 2020