Franklin Eugene Tidwell

Franklin “Frank” Eugene Tidwell, 54, of Gassville, Arkansas, passed away on October 22, 2024, at Baxter Regional Medical Center.  He was born on April 30, 1970, in Danville, Arkansas, the son of Lloyd Eugene and Thelma (Langston) Tidwell. 

Frank enjoyed life; his smile was contagious.  He liked playing golf, camping and woodworking. The thing that he was most passionate about was racing stock cars.  The thrill of getting behind the wheel of his race car gave him an adrenaline rush.  Frank was also a huge Arkansas Razorback fan. He loved the HOGS. 

Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Thelma.  He is survived by his wife Tracey Tidwell, sons Franklin (Kristen) Tidwell Jr., Jonathan Tidwell, Michael (Stacy) Komarek, daughters Kimbraly Hale, Heather (James) Shockey, 10 grandchildren, one grandchild on the way and 1 great grandchild.  Also, he leaves behind his brother Wayne (Patti) Tidwell, sister Belinda (Gary) Forgay and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on November 2, 2024, 2:00PM at the First Baptist Church of Cotter, located at 302 4th Street, Cotter, Arkansas. 72626 with Pastor Cameron Ross officiating. 

Another Celebration of Life is scheduled for November 16, 2024, 2:00PM at Centerville Freewill Baptist Church, located at 21688 State Hwy 154, Dardanelle, Arkansas, 72834 with Pastor Charles Lewis officiating. 

The family has asked in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Cotter or Centerville Freewill Baptist.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Diamond State Cremation in Lead Hill, Arkansas.  

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