Jill Tatum Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jill Tatum of Ruston, Louisiana, born in Norman, Oklahoma, who passed away on February 28, 2023 at the age of 76. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her mother Mary Calvin Chidester; and her brothers, Ron Smith and Lee Smith. She is survived by: her husband Bill Tatum of Ruston; her daughters, Karen Denise Tatum (Kirk Davidson) of Smithfield, NC and Marcy Tatum (Mike Houston) of Ruston; her grandchildren, Colin Davidson (Alexandria), Ian Davidson, Kristi (Jeremy Ehardt), Gillian Davidson, Zane Houston, Gabe Houston and Emma Houston; her brother Dan Smith (Edna); and her sisters-in-law, Patty Smith and Joan Smith. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to either Life Choices (http://www.loveliferuston.com) or to New Life Transition Ministries, care of Calvary Baptist Church 5200 Hwy 167, Ruston, LA 71270.
