of Rogers, AR
September 19, 1924 - September 5, 2015
Jim Lin Kidd, age 90, of Choctaw Arkansas passed away on September 5, 2015. Jim was born on September 19, 1924 in Choctaw Arkansas to Clare and Pearl (Hewen) Kidd.
Following graduation from Clinton High School, Jim served in the US Air Force during WWII. On May 25, 1945, Jim married his childhood sweetheart, Frieda Jeraldine (Jerry) Whitworth. After serving his country, Jim and Jerry moved to California. They resided in Chino California, raising five children. Jim worked for Certified Grocers until retirement. After retirement, Jim and Jerry returned to Choctaw Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by four brothers, Linton Kidd, Leonard Kidd, Lloyd Kidd, Lilburn Kidd, and one sister, Lena Barlow.
Survivors include his wife, Jerry of 70 years; three sons, Phillip Kidd and wife Stephanie of Hemet CA, Bruce Kidd of Riverside CA, Roger Kidd and wife Sharon of Rogers AR, two daughters; Sharon Thomas and husband Chuck of Chucky TN and Tabby Finnerty and husband Tim of Alta Loma CA; fourteen grandchildren, thirty three great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren.
He has one surviving sister, Betty Bradley of Choctaw Arkansas and numerous nieces and nephews who adored "Uncle Jim".
Jim was a member of the Church of Christ and the VFW of Choctaw AR.
Pallbearers: Chuck Thomas, David Finnerty, Jerod Kidd, Jason Kidd, Roger Kidd and Mike Perry.
Visitation 1:00pm and Funeral Service will be 2:00pm Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel Clinton, Arkansas with Brother Matt Burlson officiating. Burial will follow with U.S. Air Force Military Honors in Huie Cemetery.
Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Clinton, Arkansas. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton
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Laura Kidd Esparza
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
RIP GRANDPA KIDD
You and your outstanding spirit was greatly loved by your family, and will be truly missed by many. I am thankful for the memories of my childhood that I got to experience with you.
Love,
Your first grand-daughter Laura Kidd
Steve & Donna Ramsey
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Dear the Kidd Family,
Donna and I are praying for you during this difficult time. Mr. Jim will be missed. He was a genuine man in every way. One Glorious Day, we will all meet in Heaven.
Praying for you,
Steve & Donna Ramsey
Tina Anderson
Monday, September 7, 2015
Dearest Aunt Jerry, Phil, Roger, Bruce, Sharon and Tabby,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing. While I haven't seen any of you for years, I fondly remember Uncle Jim's hearty laugh, his strong opinions, and the wonderful aroma of his cigars. I always loved when he and Aunt Jerry would come visit Mom and Dad,when I would have the honor of enjoying their company. . My prayers are with all of you. I hope your lifetime of happy memories bring .you a level of solace and peace.
Frieda Sprinkel
Monday, September 7, 2015
Thank you so much for posting this. I dearly loved my Uncle Jim.
Blaine and Dee Anderson
Monday, September 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Lynda and the rest of the family. May God bless all of you at this difficult time.
Sonny Preslar
Monday, September 7, 2015
Uncle Jim had a smile for everyone and was a person that was easy to talk with. I liked Him from the first moment I met Him.
Michelle Kidd~Johnson
Saturday, September 5, 2015
Grandpa I love you so very much, I have missed you over the years since you and grandma left Calif to move back home to Arkansas. I will continue missing you until we meet again, and I know we will someday. Watch over dad for me. Love always, your second granddaughter Michelle.