of Little Rock, AR
July 6, 1938 - December 13, 2021
Barbara Jean Tidwell, 83, of Little Rock, AR, went to be with the Lord, Monday
December 13, 2021. She was born July 6, 1938, in Laneburg, AR to Louie and
Mattie Wesson.
She was a former office manager for the Missions Department of the Baptist
Missionary Association of America where she worked for 30 years. She also
spent 9 years working with the State of Arkansas in the Department of
Finance for Higher Education. She was an active member of several BMA
churches in Arkansas and Tennessee serving in various capacities from
Sunday School Teacher, Pianist, Organist and Pastor's wife. She had a heart
for Missions. For the last 15 years she was a member of Park Place Baptist
Church of Bryant Arkansas.
Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, David Tidwell, and her
parents, Louie and Mattie Wesson and great granddaughter, Serenity Isabelle
Green. Barbara is survived by her daughter and son in-law, Rejeana and
Cameron Albert of Little Rock, son and daughter in-law, Benny and Tonya
Tidwell of Vilonia, grandchildren, Terra Green of Malvern, Nikki Geraldson of
Conway, Caleb Albert of Little Rock, Hannah Holliday of Conway, Rebecca
Carson of Farmington, New Mexico, Jared Montgomery of Iowa, and fourteen
great grandchildren and many other relatives, church family and friends.
Services will be held Saturday December 18, 2021, at 9:30 AM at Roller
Drummond Funeral Home in Little Rock. Services will be conducted by the
Reverend Gary Lambright, and the Reverend Cameron Albert. Interment will
be at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander Arkansas.
The family will receive visitors at the service.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/drummond
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22 Condolence(s)
Vicki L Elam
Saturday, December 18, 2021
Your kindness and beautiful smile will surely be missed. I enjoyed you coming to the beauty shop with your willingness to try new things. I will never forget you. I pray for comfort for family and friends at this time. I know Jesus has a special angel with him now.
Addie Lois Fisher
Saturday, December 18, 2021
Barbara was my friend for over 60 years. Bro David was our pastor at Brister Baptist Church when I was a teenager. Barbara was just 5 years older than me, but I thought she was the adult and I was the child. I looked up to her then and now. Barbara and I stayed in touch all those years. I'll miss her.
Diane McDonald
Friday, December 17, 2021
Barbara always greeted me with a smile and my name. She showed her love and support where and when it most counted. A truly lovely lady who will be missed.
Deborah Minor
Friday, December 17, 2021
I was given the opportunity to give her a ride to Sunday School once in awhile, but then it turned into a chance to do it every Sunday, I look forward to each Sunday. (I was the Boss on Sunday's lol.) We had many great talks a lady with such profound Wisdom. It always gave me great comfort to know that she prayed for me daily. She captured my heart and I am deeply saddened by her passing although I know she is in the arms of Jesus, I will miss her very much. There are no words to express my great love for her and all she has given to me. I wish for one more conversation. I will see you again soon. Funny story, I was attending a Homecoming at a friends church and when I got out I had 7 missed calls from her, I immediately called her and I thought she had said she had slid down in her chair, I told her I was on my way and I got there fairly quickly I rushed in the door expecting to see her slid down but to my surprise she was up right and smiling me being confused I ask her what was wrong? She stated I can't find my tissues. Luckily I didn't get a ticket trying to get to her. But we had a good laugh and visit. Just a day and life with Ms. Barbara
Wilburn Wesson
Friday, December 17, 2021
We will truly miss seeing this wonderful lady. She was a blessing to our family. Praying for her family and friends.
Love,
Wilburn Wesson
BARBARA Y J CARLOS RODRIGUEZ
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Our heart is broken when we heard her passing away🕊god bless her and her family
Charles & Linda Bobo
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Remember those years in the Missions Office. Just a wonderful lady and always helpful.
George Foster
Thursday, December 16, 2021
I worked with Barbara in a professional way (auditor) at the Department of Missions at BMA. A very fine lady! God Bless
Pat Roberts
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Barbara you was the best example of a Christian woman when I was first saved. I will miss you. But all those in heaven are rejoicing. I am praying for peace and comfort to those you have left behind! â¤â¤
Linda crawford
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Praying for your comfort during this time. Barbara was a sweet lady. Enjoyed getting to know her in BSF
Tom Mitchell
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Barbara was one of the finest ladies I’ve known. She was a true Christian in every sense. Karen and I loved her dearly! She will be greatly missed by so many whose lives she touched.
Carson Albert
Thursday, December 16, 2021
A great Christian lady. She set a good example of a caring person for her family!
James Speer
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Friend of my sister, Joyce and longtime friend of the entire Speer family. A sweet lady who was easy to love.
Rudy Wesson
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
What a sweet and loving person you were. You were so much like your Mom. We will see each other again. Your cousin. Rudy
Deborah Pruitt
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
I only met this Beautiful Lady 1 time, with my Cousin, Deborah Minor. She stole my heart! It was such a Blessing to Visit with her. I Pray she meets my Precious Momma. I am praying for the Family she left behind. It's going to be so hard but hold on to one another and Trust in God. It's the hardest thing, losing your Mom, even when u know she's in a Better place. GOD Heal your Broken Hearts.....
Bettye White Wilson
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Barbara was a precious friend. She was a gracious lady who was always helpful to anyone in need.
Wanda Waddell
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Barbara,
There were several years that we attended church together. During those years you were my friend and mentor. You taught me how to be a better person. You will be missed. We will see you again someday until then enjoy heaven.
Roz Racanello
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Love and loss for my cousin!
Dow & Helen Thompson
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing away. She was a wonderful lady and served the Lord many years. Praying for you during this time.
Debra Self
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Barbara was such a help to us when we were on the mission field. She was the "go to" person for me. She was great and will be missed by many. My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Rick Walters
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Always loved to see Mrs. Tidwell at church. Prayers for her family.
Bonnie Seales Baker
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
My heart is breaking for the family! Ms. Barbara was the best! Many memories with this sweet soul, even if some were getting in trouble for talking during church. Prayers and condolences.