Wilma Hall 93, Bethany, MO passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at a Plattsburg, MO nursing home.
Wilma Eugene Hall was born as the third daughter of Edward and Gail Dyer of Ridgeway, Missouri, on April 1, 1932. She attended Ridgeway Schools, graduating in 1950. At the age of 17, she met Bill Hall from Bethany, and in 1950, they were united in marriage—a union that would span over seven decades.
In 1954, Bill and Wilma embarked on a farming career that would last nearly 70 years. In 1960, they purchased a farm two miles southeast of Bethany, where they raised three sons. After Bill's passing in 2022, Wilma continued to live on the farm with the help of her devoted caregiver, Shirley Ward, until shortly before her own passing when she moved to a nursing home.
For nearly 70 years, Wilma was an active member of the First Christian Church in Bethany. She contributed in countless ways—helping with church meals, working with the Christian Women's Fellowship (CWF), assisting with the church's 150th anniversary celebration, supporting Vacation Bible School, and much more. She was also deeply involved in the Happy Hustlers 4-H Club for many years, both while her sons were members and afterward.
Although Wilma's primary focus was raising her sons and supporting the farm, she also worked outside the home at several places. She worked at Hallmark in Kansas City while Bill was overseas during the Korean War, at Hy-Vee in Bethany, and at the University Extension Service in Bethany.
Later in life Wilma and Bill spent their winters in Texas, where they formed close friendships that were nearly as dear as family. These experiences enriched Wilma’s life, but her greatest joy was always her family. The many family gatherings and celebrations shared with the extended family of Kenneth and Patsy Hall were among her most cherished memories. For nearly 50 years, the two families would gather in the Ozarks for a long weekend of recreation and camaraderie. Another special occasion was the celebration of Wilma and Bill's 70th wedding anniversary, held on a beautiful day at the Hall Family Farm.
Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hall; her parents, Ed and Gail Dyer; and her two sisters, Elaine Baker and Mary Etta Robinson. She is survived by their three sons: Alan (Debbie) of Plattsburg, MO; Larry (Edith) of Hallsville, MO; and Ron (Amy) of Poteau, OK. Additional survivors include her grandchildren: Jeff Hall, Clint Hall, Marissa Termini, Jenny Sullivan, Wendy Baker, and Grace Hall, as well as nine great-grandchildren.
Wilma has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO.
The family will hold a memorial graveside service in Antioch Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025. Memorial gifts may be made to the First Christian Church or the Antioch Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424.
