Wilma C Hilmes, 87, passed away Sept. 12, 2012. She was born April 30, 1925 in Good Hope, MO to Frank and Mirty May (Gunnels) Sanders. She was married to Edward Benson for 27 years until his passing in 1975. Wilma married Vincent (Bud) Hilmes in 1981 and shared over 30 years together. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Edward, siblings, Oscar, Virgil, Voytle, Stella, Elsie and her only child Dale Benson.
Wilma was a long time member of Central Christian Church and a proud retiree of Lily Tulip. She enjoyed many things such as cooking, crocheting, and most of all her flowers.
Wilma is survived by her husband Vincent; two grandchildren Regina and Dale; four great grandchildren Alex, Taylor, Morgan and Isabella Grayce; two great-great grandchildren, Hadlie Jane and Kemlie Marie; three step-children; Ron, Barbie and Tricia;eight step-grandchildren, Luke, Ben, Rhonda, Craig, Jenni, Sarah, Phillip,and Jeff; ten step-great grandchildren, Talon, Garrett, Taylor, Bristol, Brylee, Christian, Kaylee, Drew, Jonathan, and Mackenzie: and a host of nieces,nephews, extended family and friends. Wilma was known best for her spunky attitude and her beautiful smile, she will be greatly missed, but forever in our hearts.
Visitation will be 1-3 pm on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012 and services on Monday Sept. 17, 2012 at 10 am at Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Online condolences may be made at www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com.