GREENVILLE, KY., Rita Jo Tidwell, 76, of Greenville, KY died Friday, August 28, 2026 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville, KY. She was born on October 28, 1949 in Greenville, KY.

The Muhlenberg County native was formerly a member of New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church serving as Church Treasurer, Choir Member and Culinary Department. She later became a member of First Missionary Baptist Church, in Greenville, KY. She held the position of Choir Member and served on the Matron’s Board.

Her work ethic was exemplified while working in the Deli and Bakery Department at Walmart. Additional areas of employment include Hardees, Burger King, Dairy Queen and Druthers Restaurant. Rita loved the Lord and teaching her children to do the same. She enjoyed watching Gunmoke, The Andy Griffith Show, Game Shows and frequently visiting Chinese Restaurants.

She was preceded in death by both parents, William Bard and Jessie Hawkins Bard; 2 Ex-Husbands; and all 11 of her Siblings.

Survivors include one loving daughter, Glynis Conrad, Greenville, KY; two devoted sons, George Conrad, Jr. and Brandon Conrad, both of Greenville; four grandchildren, LaTosha, Xavier, Autriauna, and Oceanna; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 12 Noon with visitation from 11:00 a.m. until time of service.

Burial will be in Old Unity Cemetery in Graham, KY. Rev. Terrence Minor, Eulogist.

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home, 109 Court Row, in Greenville, KY.