Jimmie Luther Tatum
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Jimmie Luther Tatum
85, a resident of Lincoln, went to be with his Lord December 14, 2012 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville. He was born August 12, 1927 in Eufaula, Oklahoma, the son of Luther Aaron and Maggie Moore Tatum.
Jimmie served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked in the Oil Fields and Oil Refineries in California as well as a carpenter building houses. He was a missionary to Old Mexico where he built several churches. He and his wife built and pastored the Wedington Road Pentecostal Church of God.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Bobby Tatum, one niece Dee Dee Tatum and one nephew Jerry Ennis.
Survivors included his wife of 65 years, Edna Tatum; two sons, Gary Lee Wallace and wife, Velma and Ronald Wallace and wife Jeanetta all of Bakersfield, California; one daughter, Rebecca Marie Tatum Ayers and husband, Jim of Lincoln; one sister, Pauline Kidwell of Okemah, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Paul Douglas Wallace, Jeffery Wallace, Karen Stamps, Janice Wallace all of Bakersfield and Korey Ayers, Sydni Ayers and Kaleb Ayers all of Lincoln.
85, a resident of Lincoln, went to be with his Lord December 14, 2012 at Willard Walker Hospice Home in Fayetteville. He was born August 12, 1927 in Eufaula, Oklahoma, the son of Luther Aaron and Maggie Moore Tatum.
Jimmie served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked in the Oil Fields and Oil Refineries in California as well as a carpenter building houses. He was a missionary to Old Mexico where he built several churches. He and his wife built and pastored the Wedington Road Pentecostal Church of God.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Bobby Tatum, one niece Dee Dee Tatum and one nephew Jerry Ennis.
Survivors included his wife of 65 years, Edna Tatum; two sons, Gary Lee Wallace and wife, Velma and Ronald Wallace and wife Jeanetta all of Bakersfield, California; one daughter, Rebecca Marie Tatum Ayers and husband, Jim of Lincoln; one sister, Pauline Kidwell of Okemah, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Paul Douglas Wallace, Jeffery Wallace, Karen Stamps, Janice Wallace all of Bakersfield and Korey Ayers, Sydni Ayers and Kaleb Ayers all of Lincoln.
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. There will no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Final Resting Place
General
Aug 12, 1927
Dec 14, 2012
85
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Tributes
Oh Becky, I just called you yesterday to tell you about my dad passing away. I can truly tell you i know exactly what you all are going through!! I'm so sorry, but as we have talked through the days and months of our dad's being sick we know they are in a much better place with God. Even though we are sad we can be sure of that.
Cheryl Franks-Woolsey - Family Friend
I knew Mr Jim,Mrs Edna,and Becky when i was a kid. They were family friends and i received my first bible from them. But somehow lost touch with them, and every time i pick my bible up i always think of the Tatum family. i have never forgotten them, and never will. Cowboy Jim will never be forgotten by me. Becky I'm here for you forever. love you and god bless you!!!!
Ronnie Remington - Aquaintance
We will always remember the best of times in church and out with the Tatum's. He was such a joy to be around, especially when we got to "go fishin" with a silver hook at the Catfish Hole!
Bishop And Mrs James Baker - Dear Friend
We bless you Edna and Becky. All of the kids. Jim is now rejoicing with Jesus. We love you.
David And Sandy Wester - Brother In Law
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Julie & Steve West - Friends Of Becky
Becky and family we are so very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our prayers will be with you during this difficult time. May God surround you with his love and comfort.
Bobby Jack & Shirley Spears
Becky, you were blessed with a truly awesome dad here on this earth! Sincere sympathy for your loss. I noticed your dad was just a few months older than my dad. I cannot even imagine the pain you are in at this time. Love you!!!
Dianna Spencer - Friend
Mr.Tatum was a very fine man and I enjoyed our talks when we would meet while working in our yards. My deepest sympathy to you and your family, we will miss him. Alan & Barbara Roy
Alan Roy - Neighbor
Becky and family. I am so sorry your is going through what we are going too. Even though we know they've been sick and they are in a better place it's still hard. Remember all the good times.GOD bless you all. With sympathy. Diana3d
Diana Phillips - Friend
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. There will no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Final Resting Place
General
Aug 12, 1927
Dec 14, 2012
85
Documents