Hilda Elwanda Ralston passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2024, at the age of 96, surrounded by her loving family. Hilda was born on Jan. 25, 1927, in Junior, a daughter of the late Otis and Pearl Shahan.
Family was the cornerstone of Hilda’s life, and she is fondly remembered by her loving daughters, Elwanda (Ed) McCartney and Robin (John) Masters; her adoring grandchildren, Marc (Kimber) McCartney, and daughter, Rylee, Clint Masters, and Rebecca Masters; and her last surviving sister, Evelyn Phyilliaere.
A short two weeks after returning from his deployment in WWII, Hilda and Robert married in 1946. Hilda spent the early years of their 52-year marriage tending to the home and caring for their two daughters. Later, Hilda worked for American Vending at the WVU Coliseum until her retirement. Hilda and Robert loved to travel and would often winter in various cities in Florida.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to all of Hilda’s caregivers and to those friends who offered her their love and support through to her final days.
Family and friends are invited to gather at Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, and again on Saturday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Dan Meadows officiating. Following the service, Hilda will be laid to rest next to her husband at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens.
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