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Billy Tidwell Obituary

Billy Tidwell

Nashville, TN

Age 83 - December 16, 2016. Preceded in death by his son, Billy Christopher Tidwell. Mr. Tidwell was a U.S. Army Veteran, member of Joppa Lodge #411 F&AM, and a 32º Scottish Rite Mason.

Survived by his wife of 62 years, Faye Hobby Tidwell; children, Karen (Ken) McBee, Alex William (Kathie) Tidwell & Mark Edward (Kathy) Tidwell; 14 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Morris; and faithful dog Trouble.

Masonic memorial service will be conducted Tuesday, December 20, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. by Joppa Lodge #411 F&AM and Old Hickory Lodge #598 F&AM immediately followed by funeral services conducted by Jim Adams at Woodbine Funeral Home, Hickory Chapel, 5852 Nolensville Road. Interment Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors. Family & Friends will serve as Pallbearers.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Visitation Monday from 4-8 p.m. and Tuesday 6-7 p.m. at Woodbine Funeral Home, Hickory Chapel, Directors 615-331-1952. Still Family Owned

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Tennessean on Dec. 19, 2016.

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Cameron Tidwell

August 13, 2017

I miss you grandpa.

American Heart Association

December 19, 2016

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.

David & Linda Oliver

December 19, 2016

Alex our thoughts and prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. God be with you.
David and Linda Oliver

December 19, 2016

I'm very sorry to hear this Alex. Peace to you and your family, Love you guys, John and Roxie

Linda Markley

December 19, 2016

My heart is broken for you all. Your dad and mom were like my own and I loved them dearly. Please know that I am with you in spirit and I am wrapping my arms around you all. Rest In Peace dear Billy. Love you always.

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Stacy Thibeaux

December 18, 2016

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Gwen Lopez

December 18, 2016

Hes was the kindess most sweetheart of a man ive ever known. Rest in peace

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Dec

19

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Woodbine Funeral Home - Hickory Chapel

5852 Nolensville Rd., Nashville, TN 37211

Dec

20

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Woodbine Funeral Home - Hickory Chapel

5852 Nolensville Rd., Nashville, TN 37211

Dec

20

Funeral service

Woodbine Funeral Home - Hickory Chapel

5852 Nolensville Rd., Nashville, TN 37211

Dec

20

Memorial service

7:00 p.m.

Woodbine Funeral Home - Hickory Chapel

5852 Nolensville Rd., Nashville, TN 37211

Dec

21

Interment

10:00 a.m.

Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery

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5852 Nolensville Rd., Nashville, TN 37211

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