A DEATH
HAS OCCURRED
March, 27, 1942 – December 9, 2022
Emily Ann (Sturgill) Wilhelm passed away early the morning of December 9th, 2022 and is now in the hands of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Mom was always an upbeat, down-to-earth, spiritual, fun-loving person.
Emily Ann was born in Black-Bottom, KY to Jasper Sturgill and Dessi Sturgill. Emily married Harry Wilhelm and he preceded her in death in March of 2002. Emily was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter Carla J. Wilhelm Edson and Emily’s step-father, Daniel E. Melvin, siblings, Randy Sturgill, Helen and Ellen Sturgill.
Emily is survived by her children, Bruce E. Wilhelm and his wife Cathy (nee Bradford) Wilhelm, Gregory L. Wilhelm and his wife Kate (nee Dunlap) Wilhelm, and Christopher K. Wilhelm and his wife April K. (nee Stephens) Wilhelm, grandchildren, Danny Wilhelm, Austin Wilhelm, Joey (Ashley) Wilhelm, Becky Moore, Jennifer (Kenny) Ciboch, Eric (Barb) Moore, Anthony Moore, Christopher Wilhelm, Jr., Noah Wilhelm, Mary Wilhelm and Nicholas Wilhelm, 17 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, siblings, Alan Sturgill, Terry Sturgill, Larry (Shirley) Sturgill, James Sturgill, Carol (James) Money, Danny Melvin, Melinda (Steven) Crowell, Jackie (Elmer) Smallwood and many extended relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 15, 2022, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, when the services will begin, at The Arlington Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 2155 Compton Road, 45231. Once on the grounds of the memorial park, follow the BLUE line to the funeral home. Burial will follow at Arlington Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations can be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org/.
Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
The Arlington Memorial Garden Funeral Home
Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Arlington Memorial Garden Funeral Home
Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
The Arlington Memorial Gardens
“To the family of my sweet friend. I am so sorry for your loss. Ann was lovely.”
01/09/2023
“Our Prayers, and Sympathy goes out to all Ann’s family and friends. Ann was one of the sweetest , kindest and loving person you could have ever met. She was one of the best bowlers in our league. She never said a harsh word to anyone or about anyone. Always a smile and a greeting for all. She will truly be missed by all that knew her. Rest in Peace Ann”
12/11/2022
“Greg…so sorry to hear this! It’s difficult, but more so this time of year. Our thoughts are with you.”
12/10/2022
“Ann was a special and good person with a kind heart”
12/09/2022
“Ann was great friend and I was proud to call her my teammate for so many years at Ringo lanes. I stood in for Harry after he had to give up bowling. Proud to call Harry and Ann good friends! Rest in peace!”
12/09/2022
“Wishing peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.”
12/09/2022
“Greg , so sorry to hear of your moms passing, I thought so much of (mom ) She was the sweetest .me along with my family will keep you in our prayers Randy dearwester and Family”
12/09/2022
“Fly high beautiful angel ❤️”
12/09/2022
“Prayers sent out to all of the family. R.I.P. Ann”
12/09/2022
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