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advocate for healthy living. He was works at convincing as many people as possible to be
often invited to speak about the aware of the choices they make, specifically in the area
dangers of a poor diet or the quality of nutrition. Those choices can have a lasting effect on
of food available to the public. Tim’s how long we live. Tim was diagnosed in 2012 with
dedication to health and exercise Parkinson’s disease. He has worked very hard, since
has always been a priority, and this his diagnosis, to maintain his health. He is still doing
champion of healthy living still loves to well, single, and loves to dance and listen to music.
talk about it. He continues to encourage Despite the challenges he has faced, Tim would say that
eating the right foods to ensure quality a lifetime of wise choices has enabled him to live a full,
of life. Age hasn’t diminished his wonderful life.
passion for educating people about
health issues. He continues to jog,
swim, and lift weights daily.

Tim was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2009. He
fought hard, and eventually, it went into remission.
He was living in Roswell helping to care for his elderly
mother, who passed away at the age of 100 years. Tim
was a very dedicated son to both his parents through
the years. His father had died in a tragic accident in
1983, but Tim was always faithful in caring for his
mother.
Tim later moved to Lubbock to be closer to his children.
His son and one of his daughters live here, and both
are in the health care business. He enjoys time with
all his children and one granddaughter, Nicole. He
has remained a great advocate for healthy living. He

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