TIDWELL, WILMA ELIZABETH ROBERTS - was born to parents Joe and Bessie Roberts, in Browns Creek, KY, on Friday, January 9, 1931. Wilma joined brothers and sisters, Dave, John, Charlie, Walter, Cora, Flora, Rose, Lillian, Jean, and later baby brother Lloyd was born. Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, and sisters and, at the age of 81 years and six days, was the last member of her family to depart. Wilma was a graduate of Rockhold High School. Shortly thereafter she came to Jellico and went to work at the old Jellico Hospital. Wilma could tell many stories of working there with Doctors Ausmus, Watts, Prater, and others. Wilma helped bring expert care to many individuals and learned all about nursing while on the job. She had received a nursing scholarship but met James Tidwell, Jr. in 1948 after his return from World War II Service in the US Navy. They married on October 15, 1949 and were together for nearly fifty years when Junior passed on July 28, 1999. Junior and Wilma had three children: Susan Jane Tidwell Norton Brown of Mud Creek, KY, (husband Dale), William Ray Tidwell (wife Cheryl) of Jellico, TN, and Mark Joseph Tidwell (wife Yvonne) of Highcliff, TN. Wilma has six grandchildren to whom she was known as "Mammy": Leslie Raychelle Tipton (husband Kevin) of Knoxville, TN, Erica Renee Elliott (husband Jason) of Clinton, TN, William Travis Tidwell of Jellico, TN, Matthew Jonathan Norton of Mud Creek, KY, Heather Rose Norton of Knoxville, TN, and Rebekah Jo Tidwell of Highcliff, TN. Wilma has two great grandchildren: Dalton Kade Tipton of Knoxville, TN, and Norah Kate Elliot of Clinton, TN. Wilma has one step-great grandchild: Kevin Tipton, Jr. of Knoxville, TN. Wilma led an extraordinarily active and full life until her passing on January 15, 2012, surrounded by her entire family at the University of TN Medical Center. Wilma substituted school for many years, was a homemaker, caretaker, and volunteered many hours at Jellico Public Library. Wilma was a most faithful member of Jellico United Methodist Church, where she served as choir director until her passing. Wilma never desired much for worldly treasure. Her children and grandchildren, family and friends, were what her entire life revolved around. Wilma was a devout fan of the Kentucky Wildcats, often laughing that "Junior married a Wildcat!" Some of her best times in life were spent with her brothers and sisters cheering for the University of Kentucky Wildcats. Wilma loved helping others, visiting the sick, singing the songs she had written, "spirited" discussion, driving her car wherever and whenever she pleased, in any weather, and attending every local event that occurred. Wilma was always on the go and was known affectionately by many all over the area as "Momma" or "Big Momma" Tidwell (though she was a petite lady). Wilma had a burning desire in her heart to serve her Lord and Savior and never limited her enthusiasm to just one church body. She attended many churches around the area. Her love for praising God through song and testimony shall be sorely missed by her family and a tremendous circle of friends and acquaintances. Funeral Services will be held 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January 19, 2012 at Jellico United Methodist Church in Jellico, TN, with Rev. Mahan Archer and Rev. Johnny Walker officiating. Visitation will be at the church, Thursday from 5:00 p.m. till the funeral hour. Burial 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2012, in the Perkins Cemetery at Browns Creek, Whitley County, KY. Llewellyn Funeral Home, Jellico, TN, in charge. 

Mrs. Helen A. Douglas age 86 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2012, at LaFollette Health & Rehab Center. She was a Christian from an early age. Preceded in death by husband, J. L. Douglas, parents, John and Jane Ayers Vaughn.

Survivors: Daughter, Jean McCullah and husband, Roger ; son, Randy Douglas and wife, Teresa; granddaughter, Lindsay Douglas all of LaFollette. Several other relatives and friends.

Funeral services Thursday 8 P.M. at Walters Chapel with Rev. Alan Ragan officiating. Family and friends will meet Friday at 10 A.M. and go in procession to Davis Cemetery for graveside services and interment. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 P.M. before funeral services at Walters Funeral Home. Online condolences for Mrs. Douglas may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net. Walters Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Helen A. Douglas.

Giltz Elbert White, age 90 of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at the Golden Living Center Windwood in Clinton. He was born September 11, 1921 in Anderson County to the late Ervin and Susie Duncan White.  Giltz was a WWII Army veteran who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and received two Bronze Star medals, and a Purple Heart medal. He was also a member of Clinch River Baptist Church. He loved gardening, traveling, and spending time with family.  In addition to his parents, Giltz is preceded in death by: sisters: Fleda Phillips and Bobbie Lee Rainey, his brother: Ovas White, niece: Nona Rainey, and his nephew, David White.                                        

Survivors:      

Wife                            Samantha Scott White                                                                     Clinton                                  

Step Daughter           Carolyn Jenkinson & Husband John                                               Clinton

Nieces                        Eula Beeler & Husband Roy                                                            Lake City

                                    Juanita Lamb & Husband Charles                                                  Harriman

Nephew                      Ervin Rhea White                                                                              Maryville

Brother                       Harry Dean Winchester                                                                    Briceville

And a host of other family members and friends.

Visitation : 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sunday, January 22, 2012 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 7:00 PM Sunday, January 22, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tom Byrge and Rev. Larry Webster officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at Hatmaker Funeral Home at 9:15 AM on Monday, January 23, 2012 to go in procession to Pleasant Hill Cemetery for a 10:00 AM interment with Military Honors by the Campbell County Honor Guard.

You may also view Giltz’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN in charge of arrangements.

Pauline Irwin, age 82 of LaFollette, formerly of Lake City, passed away Wednesday January 18, 2012 at the LaFollette Medical Center. She was born October 4, 1929 in Lake City to the late Hutson and Rachael Phillips Inman.  Pauline was a member of the Westside Baptist Church. She loved sewing, quilting, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Pauline is preceded in death by her husband: Joseph Charles Irwin, brother: Eugene Inman, and sister Evelyn Queener.                                     

Survivors:      

Son                             Charles Irwin & Wife Onda                                                               Caryville

Daughters                  Lois Irwin                                                                                            Knoxville

                                    Wilma Norman                                                                                  Seiverville

                                    Sarah Meeks                                                                                     Alabama

Brother                       Jonah Phillips                                                                                    Lake City

Sisters                        Helen Holman                                                                                    LaFollette

                                    Rose Daugherty                                                                                Indiana

6 Grandchildren

11 Great Grandsons

2 Great Granddaughters

Several Nieces, Nephews, and a host of other family.

Visitation : 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Friday, January 20, 2012 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 8:00 PM Friday, January 20, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Phillips officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at the Sinking Springs Methodist Cemetery in Clinton at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2012 for the burial.

You may also view Pauline Irwin’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN in charge of arrangements.