Della Sears Obituary
Wilma devoted her life to caring for others. She worked as a certified nursing assistant at Wilkins Nursing Home and continued her calling as a private health care aide for many years. Her gentle hands and compassionate heart brought comfort to countless individuals, and her dedication to service was a reflection of her deep faith and love for people.
She was devoted to God and her family, living each day with strength and a steadfast spirit. Her faith guided her steps, and her home was a place of warmth, encouragement, and unconditional love.
Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leroy Sears; daughter, Sandra Short; grandson, James; sister, Nona Schoolcraft; and brother, Willie Carroll Connell.
She is survived by her children: Marsha Short and husband Chris, Jimmy Short and wife Nina, Tara Harper and husband Micah; grandchildren: Daniel, Alainea, Sueanna, Stevie, Nicholas, Chian, Canyon, Logan, Emma; several great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty.
There are no services planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Whitt Funeral Home/Oakcrest Cremation Center.
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