Dr. James Bertram Waddle, age 86, died peacefully in his home on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Phyllis Shaffer Waddle, daughters Debra Waddle Turner (David) and Sharon Waddle Ricketson (Rusty), 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and brother, Carroll Lewis Waddle (Norma). He was pre-deceased by his brother Dr. Herbert Waddle and parents, Morris and Alberta Waddle.

After graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, Dr. Waddle worked in a managerial position for Norfolk Southern Railway, retiring after forty-four years of service. An ardent follower of Jesus Christ, he then earned a master's degree from Luther Rice Seminary and received 2 honorary doctorates (Luther Rice Seminary and Theological Institute of Nimes, France).

Dr. Waddle enjoyed classic car restoration, fishing, gardening, and spending time with family. He was instrumental in the planting of 3 churches and pastored an inner-city church for 9 years while personally participating in mission evangelism on 5 continents.

Services will be held Friday, April 15, 2022, at 2:00PM at Lakeside Funeral Home, 121 Claremore Drive, Woodstock, Georgia, 30188, officiated by Dr. Ken Smith and Dr. Rusty Ricketson.

Family will receive friends on Friday, April 15, from 12:30PM to 2:00PM prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to the Romanian mission he loved and supported. Contributions may be written to First Baptist Church Woodstock (please enter "Romania 20472" in memo line of check).

Acts 20:21