Wilma Jean Killiebrew

Life ReflectionsWilma Jean killiebrew was born on August 29, 1940. She was the second of ten children born to the union ofMarie and Barry killiebrew. Her parents, one brother and daughter Sophie preceded her in death.Wilma attended school in the St. Louis Public School system where she formed a love for reading, writing story-telling and art. She was an avid reader and loved reading up to ten, sometimes fifteen novels simultaneously. She had a passion for Afro-American history and she loved her family.During her time of illness, Wilma accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. Wilma departed this life peacefullyand went on to glory on August 21, 2016 at 3:00 A.M. She leaves to cherish her memory: her loving children, Patrick, Felicia, Videll and Gary; 3 grandchildren, Jessica, Rashad and Rashonda; 3 great-grandchildren, Mark, Heaven and Jacoby; seven sisters and two brothers, Delores (Leonard). Carol (Crest), Barrietta (Johnny), Shirley, Connie (Don), Jean (Steve), Ricky (Nina), Ralph (Wilma), and Rita; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends and special caregivers who helped the family care for her during her illness. She will be deeply missed, but forever in our hearts.Interment:Friedens Cemetery Mausoleum & Chapel8941 N. BroadwaySt. Louis, MO 63137 . Visitation Friday, Aug 26, 2016 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel 1424 Dielman Road St. Louis, MO 63132 Funeral Service Friday, Aug 26, 2016 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel 1424 Dielman Road St. Louis, MO 63132