Obituaries

March 12, 1942 to December 24, 2022

FRANCESVILLE - John Joseph Tidwell Sr., 80, of Westville, passed away Saturday, Dec. 24, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Michigan City.

He was born March 12, 1942 in Gary,  to the late Easley Richardson and Helen Mildred [Strinchak] Tidwell. He served in the U.S. Army and the Indiana Army National Guard. On April 15, 1991, he married Eldora Louise [Wiegand] Ferrell in Sevierville, TN. She survives.

John Tidwell Sr.

He is also survived by:
Mary “Mitzie” Harris, LaPorte, Daughter
John Joseph (Jamie) Tidwell Jr., Westville, Son
Stella (Carlos) Montoya, Indianapolis, Step-Daughter
James (Michelle) Ferrell, Walkerton, Step-Son
Terry (Chris) Ferrell, Kouts, Step-Son
18 Grandchildren
9 Great-Grandchildren

Preceded in death by:
Infant Brother

Mr. Tidwell worked at ANCO/Federal Mogul for 41 years. He was a 50-year member of Porter Lodge #137 F&AM. He and his wife loved traveling together and especially enjoyed visiting Tennessee, as well as staying at their getaway in Francesville. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and woodworking. He was an avid genealogist. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Per Mr. Tidwell’s wishes, no services will be held. Private burial will take place at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville. The American Legion will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project.

Online condolences may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville.