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Nellie Merle Laird Wilder

August 16, 1922 - June 25, 2015

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Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - West Monroe
1321 N 7th St.
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-323-9614 |
Monday 6/29, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - West Monroe
1321 N 7th St.
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-323-9614 |
Tuesday 6/30, 10:00 am
Location Not Available
Tuesday 6/30

Nellie Merle Laird Wilder, a long-time Monroe resident, passed away on Thursday, June 25. Ms. Wilder was a retired cafeteria manager at Ouachita Parish Junior High School for many years. She was born August 16, 1922 in Smith County Mississippi; one of eight children of Robert (Bob) Laird and Nellie Evelyn Laird.Funeral services for Nellie Wilder will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, June 30 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Reverend William Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park.Nellie married Charles (Chuck) J. Wilder (deceased), a career soldier in the U. S. Air Force, who attained the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. Chuck served his country in World War II and Korea. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Nellie loved all animals and plants. She was a Master Gardener and very proficient at nursing wounded or sick animals back to health.To all nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, she was a source of inspiration for her loving and caring concern for them all. She kept detailed lists of all anniversaries, birthdays, etc. and sent cards on every occasion. One of her nephews referred to her as Saint Nellie Merle.She is survived by a brother, Connie Laird of West Monroe and a sister, Irene Johnston and husband Billy of Slidell, LA.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Monday, June 29 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.comKilpatrick Funeral HomeWest Monroe, LA

Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - West Monroe
1321 N 7th St.
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-323-9614 | Map
Monday 6/29, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - West Monroe
1321 N 7th St.
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-323-9614 | Map
Tuesday 6/30, 10:00 am
Location Not Available
Tuesday 6/30

Nellie Merle Laird Wilder, a long-time Monroe resident, passed away on Thursday, June 25. Ms. Wilder was a retired cafeteria manager at Ouachita Parish Junior High School for many years. She was born August 16, 1922 in Smith County Mississippi; one of eight children of Robert (Bob) Laird and Nellie Evelyn Laird.Funeral services for NellieContinue Reading

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Robin Priestly left a message on July 27, 2015:
Sweet, sweet patient for many years. I loved her like a grandmother.
Neva Hall left a message on June 29, 2015:
Ms. Nellie was a sweet lady. I worked with Frank and Marie Miletello (her neighbor) for years. She would come over and visit and what a smile she had. prayers for all the family.
Elsie Morgan left a message on June 29, 2015:
I worked with Mrs. Wilder at Ouachita Jr. High on Nutland Road for quite a few years. A saintly lady if there ever was one. She had a smile and good word for all.
Rick & Sharon Parsons left a message on June 28, 2015:
To the family of Mrs. Wilder: Our hearts and prays go out to you. "Ladybug" was a very special person and Rick & I will always remember her. Ladybug, you are in Gods hands now. I know you will have the most beautiful garden in Heaven. Our love to everyone.
Betty, Gary, Lisa & Zachary Brinson left a message on June 28, 2015:
Gary-I will always remember her when going to school. She always took care of Mike Reneau and I. She was always give us extra food. The lunch room was always the best part of school because of her. She always treated us good. God bless and you will be in our prayers during your loss.
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Bro Eddy Shoemaker left a message on June 28, 2015:
i always enjoyed my visits with her. God bless you all and hold you during this time. Bro Eddy
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