of Searcy, AR
July 19, 1935 - January 5, 2022
JoAnn Tidwell passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2022. She was 86 years old. She was days away from celebrating 67 years of marriage to John and according to him, she was the boss for all of them. He said they were blessed to have many more highs than lows. They had long ago reached that point in life where it wasn't just ''JoAnn'' or just ''John'' . . . they were ''JoAnn & John''. Those two were attached at the hip and loved getting out of the house each day, even if just for a coffee and to check out the sale aisle at Walmart.
She adored her sons. She was so proud of them and spoke often how much it meant to her that she could rely on them for anything. They were by her side anytime she needed them. She loved her daughters-in-law and thought of them as her own daughters.
She loved people well. She always had a care package for the young people in her life and was quick to drop a note in the mail for any occasion. She loved holidays and celebrated every one of them with all kinds of themed decor. She was a queen of organization and the only hint of displeasure she ever showed her grandchildren was after getting a peek in their unruly closets or toy boxes when they were young. It was said this week that one ''never had to work to be around her'', she made everything easy. She loved having fun, playing games and delighted at toddlers. She would laugh until she cried over the things kids would say. She held on to funny moments like that and loved to retell them. She was a great listener and generously shared words of love and encouragement.
Her faith was important to her as well as being an active part of a church community. She was a member of the Missouri Street Church of Christ before moving to Searcy, AR where they attended services at Harding Place.
She was so loved and will be greatly missed. Those left behind will continue to share our love for her by carrying on the wonderful things she was to all of us. A few years ago she was asked, ''When you get to heaven, what would you hope to hear God say?'' After a pause, she simply replied, ''Welcome.'' We have no doubt that she was indeed welcomed home.
She is survived by her husband John Tidwell, and sons Mark and wife Tracy Tidwell of Conway, AR and Tony and wife Kathy of Heber Springs, AR. Also her sister Norma and husband Fred Rogers of Topeka, KS. She had 4 grandchildren; Kassy & husband Darren Eason of Benton, LA, Amy & husband Jeremy Champlin of Cabot, AR, Zach & wife Morgan Tidwell of Dewitt, AR, Ashley & husband Jonathan Shick of Paragould, AR and 6 great-grandchildren; Kaleb & Hannah Eason, Stuart, Levi & Connor Champlin and Jack Tidwell.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Anna McGuire.
The funeral will be held at Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, beginning at 2:00 pm. Interment will be held after the service at Crittenden Memorial Park Cemetery in Marion, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Children's Home in Paragould at 5515 Walcott Rd, Paragould, AR 72450 or Saint Jude's Children's Hospital at Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org. Cards of encouragement can be sent to John Tidwell (c/o Mark Tidwell at 960 Woodland Cove, Conway, AR 72034).
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13 Condolence(s)
MaryEllen and David Ervin
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. I am glad I got to know her. She will be missed. Aunt JoAnn is what Lisa and the Tacker family called her. God Bless You All.
Janice Reavis Simon
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss.
MaryEllen and David Ervin
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. I am glad I got to know her. She will be missed. Aunt JoAnn is what Lisa and the Tacker family called her. God Bless You All.
Norma Cobler
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
My sincere sympathy for your loss. May God bless & comfort you these coming days & weeks. Your in my prayers. Norma C
Betty White
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
I have great memories of you and JoAnn. I so enjoyed working with you at Wapanocca. So sorry for you loss! I know she was a great lady!
Joe and Sharron Belew
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Aunt Joann was a very special person. She always remembered us on occasions with a card. She was always smiling, probably because of something Uncle Son said or did. My memories of all our family on holidays or birthdays at the pool hold a special place in my heart! My prayers are for Uncle Son and her family. She will be missed!
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John Hall
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Mr John my prayers and thoughts are with you sir mrs Joann was a true diamond always smiling and laughing prayers for comfort
Kenny & Annette Voyles
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Deepest sympathy to the family. Hugs to and prayers for all of you.
Paul Mengarelli
Monday, January 10, 2022
Sending Much Love from the Mengarelli’s
Dorothy Dyson Cooper
Monday, January 10, 2022
Some folks you meet capture your heart then fills it with warm love for them and for eternity. For me, “JoAnn and John†Tidwell will forever be the example when thought of. Thanks, Mrs. Tidwell, for the wonderful times working in the office together at good ole’ Turrell High. Give Linda Derrick a big hug for me to you both. Love always!🌹🌹
Tammy Mitchell
Monday, January 10, 2022
Mr. John, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brenda Derrick
Monday, January 10, 2022
I always enjoyed being around JoAnn. Praying for all family.
Angie Baine
Monday, January 10, 2022
Unc, not a childhood memory of mine doesn’t have y’all in it. Aunt Joann was an awesome lady and had a great sense of humor. It didn’t matter if it was shopping in Memphis all day or sitting in the swing eating sunflower seeds, she was happy. We loved her and she loved us. We love you and your family and we are praying for y’all comfort during this difficult time. Love and prayers. Angie