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Wilma Queen Obituary
Wilma was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Perry and Gertrude Ketterman. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, John E. Queen; daughter, Katherine Richards; and 10 siblings. She was the 10th of 13 children.
Survivors include sister, Vivian Polanski; brother, Richard (Cathy) Ketterman; daughter, Vickie (Bruce) Ralyon; son, Robert (Cindy) Queen of Lakemore; son-in-law, Bob Richards; the joys of her life, her grandchildren, Stephanie, Becky, Ashley, Joshua; great-grandchildren, Chaz, Cameron, Katey, Lani; and her church family. Wilma was a faithful member of the First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge where she served in various ministries.
Calling hours will be Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m. at the First Apostolic Church of Tallmadge, 199 South Ave., Tallmadge, where a Homecoming celebration will be held on Friday at 11 a.m., with Pastor Kenneth Bulgrin officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Memorial Park. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com. (NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334)
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Ray corns
May 7, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss! Bless your family! She is looking down on you.
April 20, 2012
Dear Vickie, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a very caring and compassionate woman. God bless you for being a devoted and loving caregiver. Love , Pat Matulavich
April 19, 2012
Bob & Cindy,
We are so sorry to hear the passing of your mom. She always had such a warm smile & always so friendly.
With loving thoughts,
Brenda & Bryan Graham
Beverly and Charlie Benson
April 18, 2012
Aunt Wilma, You were the best aunt ever! Your principles of hard work, caring for your family and giving to others was a wonderful role model for me. I'll miss you so much, but so happy that you are celebrating your eternal life with Jesus.
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Mark & Treena Morton
April 18, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of her passing; yet we have joy knowing that she is rejoicing in Heaven! God's grace be with all of her family in this time.
BARBARA MCMILLEN
April 18, 2012
SHE WAS AWESOME NEIGHBOR MISSED HER WHEN WE MOVED OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU VICKI AND FAMILY
Charlie Ketterman
April 18, 2012
Aunt Wilma, you will be missed by all of us. I know you are with Grandma and Dad. I thank you for your demonstration of Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Becky
April 18, 2012
Grandma, I have so many happy memories of you. Going to the gas station for candy, your awesome pancakes, scratching my arm, most of all taking me to church. Heaven got the best! But I miss you so much. I love you Grandma!
The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home
April 18, 2012
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