Wilma Florence Wilder Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Wilma F Wilder 07-11-1933 - 03-13-2026 Wilma (Wil) Florence Wilder of Visalia California, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt, passed away on March 13th 2026 surrounded by family at the age of 92. Born July 11th 1933 in Carthage Missouri to Scottie and Myrtle Gann. Shortly after that Wilma and her family moved to Exeter California. Wilma attended public school in Exeter and was a graduate of Exeter High School Class of 1952 where she excelled in her studies and school activities. She was a Majorette all four years, becoming a Cheerleader her Junior year and the Yell Leader her Senior year. Wilma met Jerry Wilder her Senior Year who had just returned from his service with the US Navy and they were soon married on April 4th 1953. She attended Dental Assistant school and worked with several local dentists for a short period and in 1954 held the position of President of the Tulare County Dental Auxiliary. Wilma and Jerry then moved to Southern California for Jerry to complete his dental certification and after that they moved back to the central valley settling down in Visalia Ca. Wilma was active at the Lifestyles Gym, and loved to spend time with the Gal's in her Knitting Club (Nit Wits). She raised four children and was always the hostess for all of the family holidays and get-togethers. Wilma's ambitions in business included her setting up shop, and retailing jewelry at beauty salons in Visalia. Wilma and Jerry were passionate about Nascar racing and never missed a Sunday race. They traveled via cruise ship with friends to many wonderful destinations as far east as the Mediterranean Sea, and south to the Panama Canal. They enjoyed these times with friends as cherished gifts that will be forever in their hearts Wilma is survived by two sons, Mark Wilder and Kurtis Wilder, one daughter, Denise Price, nine Grandchildren, and eight Great Grandchildren. She is proceeded in death by her husband, Jerry Wilder and her oldest son, Darion Wilder The Family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all the nurses and caregivers at Village at Mill Creek for all their love and care during Wilmas stay with them. We would also like to express our gratitude to Hospice Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel, 127 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Graveside services will be held 12:00 PM Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at Visalia District Cemetery, 1300 W Goshen Ave, Visalia. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Wilma Florence Wilder

July 11, 1933 - March 13, 2026