Wanda Hilton Obituary
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Hilton, granddaughter, Tami Hensley, sisters, Betty Jeanette and Frances Sanders.
Surviving family include her daughters, Karen Sargent, of Frankfort, Debra (Don) Caudill, Versailles, Diana (Ben Cox) Bedwell, 6 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren, in addition, her sister, Evelyn Cox, and her special caregiver and granddaughter, Amanda Bedwell.
She also leaves behind her special friends, Cindy Reynolds, Sunny Buffin, Pamela Buffin and Freda Smith.
She was known to many as Granny Wanda, she enjoyed telling stories of days gone by, and baking for her family and friends. She was an avid gardener until she became unable to do so. Roses were her favorite.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 12:00 PM until 1:45 PM at Clark Legacy Center, Versailles Road. Graveside services will immediately follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Bluegrass Care Navigators.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Linda McMurray
March 11, 2026
Wanda was a special lady and a good friend. I always enjoyed her visits when she came to Clifton to visit. There would be four of us sitting around Chris´s table ( Mamaw, Chris, Wanda and myself ) drinking coffee or tea. Great times and great memories.
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Marlisa Drury
March 10, 2026
Sweet Lady, i remember when her & her husband would sit on their porch together, always a kind smile & friendly. I was their Mail lady years ago. Sorry for your loss.
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