Vida Frizzell, born on December 22, 1933, in Jackson County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at NHC of Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 90. Her passing marks the end of a remarkable life deeply rooted in her community and characterized by her unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
Vida was the daughter of Raymond Way and Addie Howard Bowman Way. Raised in the Dudney Hill community, she spent her early years in a close-knit environment where she developed a strong sense of community and belonging.
The values she learned during her upbringing—hard work, kindness, and resilience—would shape the rest of her life.
As a young woman, Vida married her childhood sweetheart, James Frizzell, and together they built a life that was a testament to love and commitment.
The couple raised a family in the very community where Vida had spent her formative years, creating a home filled with love and warmth.
Vida was known for her nurturing spirit and her ability to make everyone feel welcome.
Her home was often a gathering place for family and friends, where her hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals were cherished.
In addition to her role as a devoted wife and mother, Vida was actively involved in her community.
She volunteered at local schools, participated in church activities, and supported various charitable causes.
Her contributions to her community were recognized and appreciated by those who had the pleasure of working alongside her.
Vida's later years were marked by her unwavering spirit and her ability to find joy in the simple pleasures of life.
Despite facing health challenges, she remained positive and continued to inspire those around her with her strength and grace.
Her presence was a source of comfort and support to her family and friends, and she faced her final days with the same dignity and courage that defined her life.
Her passing is deeply felt by her family, friends, and the many lives she touched throughout her lifetime.
A memorial service to honor Vida Frizzell’s life will be held on August 5, 2024, at the Dudney Hill Baptist Church, where she was an active member for many years.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Jackson County Historical Society or a charity of choice, reflecting Vida’s commitment to her community and her love for her hometown.
Vida Frizzell's legacy will be remembered through the countless lives she touched with her kindness, her dedication to her family, and her contributions to her community.
Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, and her spirit will continue to inspire future generations.