Hilda Cora Gum Wheeler Elkins, West Virginia Obituary

Hilda Cora Gum Wheeler

Hilda Cora Gum Wheeler, age 93 years, a resident of Elkins, WV, departed this life Wednesday afternoon, January 18, 2017 at Colonial Place at Elkins, WV with her family at her side and under the care of Mountain Hospice. She had been in declining health and death was attributed to Alzheimer's disease. She was born Monday, May 7, 1923 at Elkins, WV, a daughter of the late Ralph Leon and Xanna Elizabeth Curtis Gum. On December 9, 1942 she was married to James Ralph Thomas Wheeler, who survives. They had celebrated seventy-four years of marriage. Also surviving is her only daughter, Cheryl Ann Wheeler (Thomas) of Elkins. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Preceding her in death are three brothers, Filcer, Harry, and Paul Gum; and two sisters, Wanda Cunningham, and Wilda Joseph. She was a graduate of Elkins High School. She was a devoted wife and mother. She was a wonderfully kind and compassionate person who unselfishly gave of herself to others. The family will receive friends at the Lohr & Barb Funeral Home of Elkins on Monday, January 23, 2017 from 5 to 8 PM. A Private Graveside Service will be held at the Elkins Memorial Gardens on the Country Club Road, Elkins WV. Pastor Bryan Headley will officiate and interment will follow. Private Graveside Service: Elkins Memorial Gardens Country Club Road, Elkins, WV 26241
May 7, 1923 - January 18, 201705/07/192301/18/2017
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Guy Hammer
January 22, 2017
A mother is the most expensive being on earth. No one and nothing can fill the void created by the loss of a dear mother.
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Mary Copsey
January 20, 2017
Cheryl, you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts during. You'll always have the great memories,
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Donna Gray - Family
January 19, 2017
Uncle Ralph and Cheryl,



Sending your both much love, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.



Aunt Hilda was a special lady. I will always remember her smile, laugh and kindness, as well as how much her and Dad resembled each other!!



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harold fisher - Friend
January 19, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of Hilda;s passing. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor. Jim and Hilda will be in our prayers forever.May God bless you both.Harold and Barbara Fisher and Family
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