Seemed like josh and Christine were always around playing with my little brother Donny. I was older than all of them but remember her being so sweet and funny. She was an angel and always laughing. Our dads were besties so we spent a lot of time together growing up. I’m so sad to know she’s gone from her family. 

Autumn is my best friend and my mom was Ms.Christine’s best friend Ms.Christine was a big part in my life I played on the fireballs for 6 years I miss her very much she was like my second mother and she always called me her other daughter i miss her so much and I loved her so much 

I met Christine on the PTA board when Hunter &  my daughter, Harper, both were in kindergarten. She was immediately friendly, supportive, & hilarious. She knew the ins and outs at FVE and was my go-to person when I had a question. When Hunter & Harper were both diagnosed with dyslexia, she guided me through that confusing process, & we’ve shared our pride in their successes over the years—most recently, at the end of the year awards banquet when they both made honor roll. When I couldn’t make a school event because of work, she’d send me pictures of Harper. Harper called her “mom.” I was never quite sure how that nickname came to be, but it’s something Harper enjoyed about their relationship. Christine hated texting &  I hate phone calls, so keeping in touch was always entertaining. I could count on my phone ringing immediately after I texted her, & I never regretted answering because I loved her high energy & sense of humor. She was just the best, and I can’t imagine FVE without my friend. ❤️

Our sincerest condolences for your loss. She was such a kind and thoughtful person. My daughter was on the fireballs and LOVED coach Christine. She has such fond memories of extra special things she did for the team like planning an egg hunt with over the top gifts for all the girls. She was such a super loving and thoughtful person. She will be greatly missed! 

I knew Christine through my sister, Lindsay Nichols. She was always so supportive of our entire family and I will always remember her generosity. Especially when we had to lay our dad to rest, she showed up with emergency grief bags. They were filled with all the necessities like Tylenol, Kleenex, hand sanitizer and most importantly Fireball shots! My friends and our family still talk about how great it was and how it brought such a huge smile to us that day.  We will miss you!

Christine with Autumn and Carla

The first time I met Christine was soon after Autumn was born. She was a fierce protector of her children! Each time I saw her with Justin, Autumn and Hunter, her love for them shined through. She was a beam of sunshine, love and energy. I ran into her a park a few years back. We each had our dogs with us and she yelled at me from a distance to get my attention! She was so excited to run into me that day and we had a great time catching up and talking kids and dogs! I suppose all who knew and loved her felt the same joy radiating from her each time they saw her. She was such a wonderful woman and will be missed. Continued prayers of peace and comfort for her family and friends

I remember the first time I met Christine- it was on the Tball fields! Hunter and my daughter Grace were playing t-ball for the very first time. Christine got a kick out of my spicey daughter Grace. A beautiful friendship blossomed on those baseball fields and lasted for years. We discovered that we both went to St Ann’s and started attending the moms group moms night outs. I remember she always had a bottle of fireball with her. 

Autumn and my sone Harrison were in 4th grade together, and Christine found out he was diagnosed with Covid. She showed up to my house with a huge smiley face balloon, cupcakes and meals for the week.  

Christine was so kind, funny, protective, and such a good friend to me. One girls night we were waiting on her, and I went to the bathroom and heard her voice and she said “you will not put me in a headlock!” Christine had been talking with a customer who was over served and trying to drive home. She took his keys and refused to let him leave. I heard her tell him “my husband and my kids drive on 3040 and I will not let you put them in danger” Christine joined our girls night table after she put the guy in an Uber. She was always thinking of others! 

I was blessed to spend a night with Christine while she was in the hospital. She told me a story of getting a spinal tap and being in a horrific amount of pain. She said while she was wrapped like a burrito with a needle in her spine she felt that Jesus was holding her closer than ever. She spoke often of her strong faith and feeling that God was taking care of her. 

I have never met a woman so devoted to her husband and her children. I do not think Justin or her kids even got on her nerves. Throughout the years I knew her she often said Justin was her rock, and he chose her over a model! 

She told me after her diagnoses one of the best days of her life was watching her kids so what they loved. She even sent me 10 pictures of that day- she loved watching Hunter do ballroom dancing and Autumn play golf. 

I have never met another person like my friend Christine and can already feel the hole in my life. She was a wonderful friend to me. 

Adventures with Christine...picking up the girls (and Hunter) after the last day of school, 2022, in a white limo and taking them to lunch at Hillside Fine Grill. Christine had already told her life story to the limo driver by the time I got in the car. On the way to the restaurant, she was for sure we were being kidnapped, because of the very long and out of the way direction the limo driver took to get us there, but we made it. She bought the girls lunch, dessert, and gave them gift bags full of goodies, which she loved to, a lot! It was so much fun! The girls loved it! I know it made Christine happy to see the girls laughing and having fun together.  There are no words to describe how much we miss her. Til we meet again, my friend. ❤️

Christine lived her life OUT LOUD.  She was not afraid to let you know what she thought.  It is my honor and priviledge to have earned her trust.  She was so proud of her family - always showing me photos and telling me about their latest accomplishments.  She had the most positive attitutde of anyone I've known.  She even turned her cancer diagnosis into an opportunity, an adventure in which her kids would help her shave her head.  The only time she was ever afraid, was not for herself, but afraid of leaving her family without a wife and mother.  She was such a great example for all of us! And she made sure there was a whole community of us out there to support you and your family.  We are here for you when you need us! Much love!--Dr. Debra Naylor

Autumn always struck me as a very mature, kind, focused student in her orchestra class. I soon learned why! Christine quickly found a place in the hearts of Forestwood staff. She surprised Autumn’s teachers with pumpkin shaped pizzas on Halloween and heart shaped pizzas on Valentine’s Day. Several people told me that we definitely needed to ask Christine to be on our Orchestra booster club board, as she was always thinking of the greater good for all children. I found myself going to the library just to visit her during my conference period on the days she volunteered. Her open caring nature was so refreshing. I loved hearing her stories about Autumn’s love for her violin journey. Christine and Justin embraced their children’s interests, finding a positive side to even the most difficult times. It was a privilege to have known Christine, and she will always shine through Autumn. I will never forget seeing Christine in the parking lot on the day she found out she needed to schedule an appointment with an oncologist. She was open about her parents’ early passing due to liver cancer and I could tell she needed an ear. I prayed for her throughout her suffering. She stayed strong for her family and friends, leaning on her faith to get through the pain of going through the same disease that took her own parents too soon. Christine is my hero - a pillar of selfless love. God took her too soon, but we are all better off from having her in our lives, however long that might have been.

Christine Tidwell lit up any room she entered with her bigger than life beautiful  personality!  I had the fortunate opportunity to work with both Hunter and Autumn at Forest Vista Elementary.  Hunter for 3 years and Autumn for 1 year. My relationship with Christine turned quickly from parent - teacher to one of friendship and fun.  Every time I saw Christine’s name on my caller ID, I knew I was in for an interesting and often jaw dropping  story! Anyone who came in contact with Christine was blessed by her generosity, her courage to always do the right thing, her  honesty, and willingness to do anything for you.  Christine’s love of Justin and her two beautiful kids was abundant!  Thank you dear friend for showing me how to be present in the moment and Love BIG!! Forever in my heart  Christine Tidwell!!

To my friend who gained her angel wings. I'm so grateful for the time we had together even though it was short. When I got COVID last August you immediately called me and said you were dropping off dinner that night for the whole family, complete with dessert. You were always willing to help out with anything that was needed both at FVE and transporting Logan to and from golf when we needed extra hands. My favorite memory of you is from last fall when you wouldn't let me stop taking shots of Fireball. 🔥 Your infectious energy and outspoken nature were truly admirable qualities that I will miss. I will also miss walking into FVE, bookfairs, PTA meetings, etc. and not seeing your smiling face and loud voice (that is something to be celebrated despite what some people will lead you to believe). I'm grateful that you trusted me to transport your kids (a really big deal!). I promise that I will take care of your little ones whenever I am called on to help. Sending big hugs and hand squeezes. I will miss you terribly. You are quite literally the only friend I have ever had that was so thoughtful and caring and had no hesitation to act on your impulse to care for others. Fly high friend until we meet again.

— with Sarah Mcquiniff, Christine Tidwell, Jeannine Couvillion, Renata Thedford

One time Christine drove me home after I broke an ankle in our coed soccer game.  She would say sorry while laughing when she hit bumps because she was a right jerk.  She was always down for fun because it either followed her around or she simply willed it into being.  Every event/party/whatever was better with her there.   She was one of a kind and I will never forget her.  I pray for her family/loved ones as this is such a shitty shitty thing.   Christine forever.

Christine truly had a gift, a love and light that emanated from her. You did not need to know her well to see she was dedicated to her family and her devotion was inspiring. I feel blessed to have had the chance to encounter her infectious smile. 

Christine had the unique ability to make every person she met feel like they were the most important person in the world.   I was her daughter’s fifth grade teacher and she never missed an opportunity to spoil me and my teaching team.  She was the ultimate cheerleader. I can’t imagine a world without her. She loved her children and husband with her whole heart. Her light will continue to shine through them.  Christine - you will be missed! I’ll never forget Christine Tidwell!