Obituary of Rose Katherine Tidwell

Rose Katherine Willy Tidwell, 92, widow of William Vernon Tidwell, died Monday, July 17, 2023, at her home. Born in Beaumont, Texas, she was a daughter of the late James Monroe Willy and Sarah Elizabeth Dobbs Willy. Mrs. Tidwell was a retired Ward Clerk at Tuomey Hospital. Surviving are two sons, Tim Tidwell, and Erin Tidwell; a daughter, Colleen Floyd; a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Ann Desmond and a brother, Michael Tidwell. Online condolences may be made at www.sumterfunerals.com Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home & Crematory, 221 Broad Street, Sumter, is in charge of the arrangements (803) 775-9386.