Timothy W. Tidwell
April 12, 2013
Tim went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 12, 2013 at Mercy Hospital, leaving behind memories of a life that was used to serve the Lord and brighten the lives of countless people.
Timothy Wayne Tidwell was born August 27, 1973 in Hammond, Indiana, arriving one minute before twin brother, Jimmy. Tim was the oldest of five and remained close to his siblings throughout his life. Nicknamed "Peanut" by his mother, Tim showed his love for life and people in big ways.
Upon graduation from high school, Tim moved to Des Moines, Iowa to be near his grandmother and enjoyed the life and relationships he built in the central Iowa area. Tim loved working with people and enjoyed being able to help those who had difficulties. Working as a residential counselor, Tim assisted those who had challenges and did so with a smile and genuine concern for his consumers.
Tim met the love of his life, April Humburg, in 2000 and the couple wed in Mason City on June 18, 2005. Tim’s love for his wife was evident as he ensured she was cared for in every possible way.
Tim was saved as a child and re-committed his life to Christ at 19. Anyone who met Tim could see the joy and love he had for his Savior, no matter the circumstances. Always willing to serve in whatever capacity needed, Tim was an active member of Altoona Regular Baptist Church (A.R.B.C.) and enjoyed working in children’s clubs, being a part of his Sunday School class, and lending a cheerful attitude and helping hand wherever needed. Tim's favorite verse was Romans 8:28 and he would often remind people that "God is good - always."
Having a desire to learn more and grow in the wisdom of the Lord, Tim could often be found reading his Bible and loved to share of his love for the Lord with others. Wanting to continue his education, Tim took classes at Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny, Iowa and enjoyed the Bible and Counseling classes.
Tim was a friend to many and blessed everyone with his quick wit, encouraging words, and his cheerful laugh. Tim loved his family and enjoyed spending as much time as he could with each and every one of them. He was loved by his many nieces and nephews. The special bond Tim shared with his grandmother was one that he cherished deeply.
Anyone who met Tim quickly learned of his interest in baseball and his unending support for the Chicago Cubs. Tim’s most recent project was training his new puppy – Wrigley.
Tim was preceded in death by his cousin Kris and his Aunt Bopie. Those left behind to remember Tim include his wife, April Tidwell; mother, Debbie Naughton; step father Michael Naughton; Grandmother, Diana Hoffman; twin brother Jimmy Tidwell; sisters, Melissa Mitchell, Angela (John) Collins, Crystal Rodriguez; aunt, Dana (Andrea) Smith (Merrillville, IN); cousins, Maria Silvas, Desiree Pagan (Hammond, IN); in-laws Ray and Gloria Humburg (Clear Lake,IA); brother and sister-in-laws; many nieces and nephews, and countless friends.
Friends may greet the family Tuesday, April 16 from 5:30 to 7p.m. at Altoona Regular Baptist church with the service taking place immediately after. Light refreshments will be provided following the service. Memorials in Tim's memory may be directed to the Deacon’s Care Fund at A.R.B.C., to help those in need - a cause Tim was passionate about.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Melissa Graff Thiese
04/16/2013
Oh April, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart hurts for you. I worked with your mom at Oakwood when you were a teenager. The bible calls death an enemy, but someday soon it will be gone. Rev. 21:3,4. I can't be there so I'm sending you a big hug. May your husband's name be found in the book of remembrance Mal. 3:16.
Connie, Gary and Monica
04/16/2013
April, Mom Debbie, Grandma Diane, Aunt Dana, brother, sisters and cousins, I am so sorry for your loss. As you know Timmy was a great guy, he had a big heart and always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed. Monica will miss seeing him at Link, she would always tell me when she saw her cousin at work.
sheila ebbing
04/16/2013
April i am sorry to hear about Tim i am Linda knapps daughter i use to work with Tim, he was a great person to know and work with you are in my thoughts and prayers Tim will be missed
Rhonda Picha
04/16/2013
April, Tim was one of two people in life that I truly admired & strived to model myself after.
Although we'd met years ago when my family transplanted to DesMoines, It was when Tim brought me into employment with Link and later Sunny Hill that Tim had an even greater impact on my life.
Just to watch him in action could leave a person in awe: it was his level of commitment. Commitment to his wife, his family, God, his work and those he worked with.
Tim, you influenced me greatly and Im not sure I thanked you enough for that. Thank you a thousand times over.
Laura and Corbin
04/15/2013
Dear April and Wrigley, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Your family bond was so apparent in puppy class and it takes my breath when I think of you sharing your sympathy with me just three weeks ago. Sending prayers and puppy kisses.
Robin Jones
04/15/2013
April my thoughts and prayers are with you. Tim will be greatly missed. He was such a great guy and I enjoyed working with him both at Link and Easter Seals. He was loved and respected by many.
Helen Hershley
04/14/2013
April & Family, I didn't know Tim long only when I saw you at church or out to eat, I love you both you are so kind & joyful spirits. I'm sad to think about how lonely & hurt your feelings are right now. God's love will help you these coming days. Helen Hershley
Jay & Rhonda Miller
04/14/2013
Praying to God for strength for April and the family.
Tim was a good friend and a brother in Christ. We will miss him but am looking forward to that blessed hope when we will see him again someday.
1 1st Thessalonians 4:16-18
For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we shall always be with the Lord.
Marjorie Surface/Tom Burks
04/14/2013
To Tim's family
He has been such a positive person in Tom's life and so kind and good to all at Sunny Hill. We will really miss him. Our prayers are with you April.
Nick Pisarik and family
04/14/2013
To Tim's family;
I knew Tim last from Easter Seals and also from McKinley. He was good staff and a really nice guy. Tim said "Hi" to everybody and made me feel welcome.
We will say a prayer for you family.
I will sure miss seeing him around.
Nick P
Deb Belcher
04/14/2013
April, I was saddened to hear of your loss. He always had a smile and his love for you was obvious. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God comfort all of you in these difficult times.
Deb Belcher
04/14/2013
April, I was saddened to hear of your loss. What a great person who took pride in his job and loved you dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God cmfort all of you at this time.
Jay Bruns
04/14/2013
April, I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Tim was so respected by all that he met and he will be missed very much. We are all so sorry for you and your families loss.
Linda Knapp
04/13/2013
April, my thoughts and Prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss, If there's any thing I can do for you please let me know. Tim is going to be missed by everyone who has worked with him and those that knew him
Christine Scott
04/13/2013
Dear April,
My friend Kim Stilwell shared with me about how special Tim was to her son Josh. I don't know you or Tim, but I know the road you are on. I am a young widow. I want you to know that I will be praying for you with understanding especially this next few days and weeks. Grieving is difficult work, and for awhile it is all about survival. Here are three things that helped me the most.
B-R-E-A-T-H-E I found that it hurt to breathe at times or that I would almost forget to breathe deeply at times. To honor my LORD and my husband, I knew I had to keep breathing. There were times that I felt I had so much to do and it overwhelmed me. I would tell myself, "All I got to do is breathe."
Run and cling to JESUS. This wasn't always easy, the pain was so great. But just like a parent responds to a newborn's cry, our loving Lord responds to our deep groanings. Many times I cried out for the LORD to just hold me up. He did. I would curl up in a chair and ask the Great Comforter to hold me all night. He has been faithful.
People told me to take it one day at a time. Are you kidding me?! A day is full of minutes, 1440 minutes to be exact, and each minute can be agonizing. So I made my own saying, "One moment at a time, one breath at a time, one prayer at a time." And I told myself this often.
These three basic survival tips helped me through those first hours and days and even weeks after my husband died.
I pray they are a help to you.
May you feel JESUS holding you!