Hello, Cardwell family.  My name is Gloria Cotton.  I was Bruce's Exec. Sec. while he worked at BCBSA in Chicago.  I remember with huge smiles how Mary Lou and I would get together and plot his vacation time.  Their marriage was one of the most beautiful I've ever witnessed.  He used to doodle a lot in meetings. It made me smile to see how often he sketched pictures of her smiling face.  They were both wonderful people and are loving spirits.  While working with Bruce we worked hard and had fun as we did so.  I loved his laugh.  I sing and at Christmas time I used to sing carols quite a bit in the office.  One time I asked him to join me.  He said he didn't sing.  I told him, "That's what I want for Christmas...you to sing for me."  He looked at me, laughed, then actually sang!  Great fun.  A great leader.  Great person to work with.  A great man.  I'll sign off as he always did and wish you all Godspeed.

We were so sorry to hear about Bruce's passing. We were great friends of theirs and had many good times together. We send out thoughts and prayers to all the family. 

Bill and Anne Barbazette, N.Ft. Myers, Fl.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort and solace in your memories and the gift of family and friends.

Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.  May your cherished memories of  your father and caring thoughts of family and friends help to comfort you. Take care,
Janet Czepiel

I am so sorry to hear this. Sending many hugs and love to the Cardwell family. May all the wonderful memories you have, help ease your pain at this very sad time.

Celebrating a life well lived...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season and always.

The Dugan Family

Roswell Funeral Home

James Cardwell

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James B. Cardwell Sr.

28 September, 1922 – 4 December, 2012

Roswell Funeral Home & Green Lawn Cemetery & Mausoleum

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