of Osceola, AR
March 9, 1947 - December 10, 2016
To our beloved father and husband Rev. Bobby Lloyd Tidwell, who went to join our Lord December 10, 2016 at the VA Hospital in Memphis. Born to Dorothy Jewell and Walter E. Tidwell in Osceola on March 9, 1947. He attended Osceola Schools, graduated from Dyess High School in 1965. Then served in Vietnam War and U S Army three years. He attended Pentecostal Bible Institute three years and returned home in 1969 to Osceola to pastor Bethel Church of The Lord Jesus Christ, he taught Bible College and obtained a Bachelor Degree in Theology. He pastored until his death. He is survived by his wife Linda Kay Powell Tidwell of 47 years, whom he married in 1969; Three sons: Philip (Christy) Tidwell, Stephen (Leslie) Tidwell and Ritchie (Gayla) Tidwell; daughter: Melissa (Dale) Cook; granddaughters: Haley Tidwell, Makayla Cook, Abigail Tidwell, Gabrielle Tidwell and Naomi Tidwell; grandsons: Gage Tidwell, Matthew Cook, Caleb Tidwell and Seth Tidwell; sister Norma Carpenter; brother: Malcolm Tidwell. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Ruth Tidwell Langston. Rev. Bobby Tidwell pastored for 42 years. We will be at a loss at Bethel Church as the congregation is left to mourn his passing. He was loved and served many friends, church members and many looked to him for guidance. He was a kind man and full of wisdom.
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8 Condolence(s)
Divine Mercy United Pentecostal Church
Monday, December 12, 2016
Prayers for strength during this difficult time. May God send comfort & peace to Brother Tidwell's family & church members. From the church family at Divine Mercy United Pentecostal Church with Pastor William & Sister Pam Willbanks @ Cherokee Village, AR.
Chris holder
Monday, December 12, 2016
Bro Bobby pastored my family for many years. He was a great pastor and phenomenal preacher. His ministry left a great mark on this world. We will always love and appreciate the Tidwell family.
Angela Reuther
Monday, December 12, 2016
Praying for you Sis Tidwell, Melissa, Phillip,Stephen, Ritchie and the entire family during this time. May God grant you peace today and the days to come. Much love
The Reuther's
Michelle Ramirez
Monday, December 12, 2016
Hearing about your loss has deeply saddened me. I know that this is far from what you are going through right now You are in my thoughts and prayers. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.
With Christian love â¤ï¸
Michelle
Rev.&Mrs BA Crawford
Monday, December 12, 2016
Sis Tidwell &to the Family and Church Family my Heart is crushed
as I know your hearts are Crushed and Shaken,
God knows what he is doing ,I know you are asking Why,in time you will come to understand,
Pastor Tidwell was a Preacher's Friend,he always treated me with
the utmost Respect,he will truly be missed.
God Help and Comfort you and Family.Amen
Bro. Pat & Carolyn James
Sunday, December 11, 2016
We were so sad to hear of the passing of your husband, father, grandfather and pastor. Our prayers will be with your family as we know it will leave a big void in many hearts. May God give comfort and healing in the next few hours, days, weeks and years to come. God blessings to you and your families.
Your Friends in Christ,
Bro. Pat & Carolyn James
Jim & Nicki Herron
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rev Tidwell was a kind & caring man and he will be greatly missed. What a blessing it was to us, to have known such a great man. I know Heaven can only be a lot brighter with his wonderful smile there. God Bless you all and we.are praying for each and everyone of you to find strength and guidance during this sad time.
Our love to you all,
Jim & Nicki Herron
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Paten & Savannah Godard
Brenda Stone-Carson
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.