Wilda passed away recently at Merrill Gardens Gilroy.  She was born in Coahoma, TX, the 6th of 10 children. The family eventually moved to CA where she graduated from high school.  While in Gilroy, she enjoyed participating in Rainbow Girls.  After graduation, she and her twin returned to TX, where they worked together at a law firm.  The pair moved back to CA where they each met their future spouses.  Wilda and Jake have been married for 61 years.  The couple moved their family of 6 to Italy; during those 8 years they took the opportunity to travel the world.

As her children grew up, Wilda was able to continue her career, first at Quadrex, later rejoining her twin at IBM where she rose to Executive Secretary in the Research lab.  In retirement years, Wilda and Jake moved to Templeton, CA, where they enjoyed potlucks, Bunco, and outings with new friends.  Many family gatherings were hosted while in Templeton.  In 2016, they moved to Gilroy to be closer to family.

Wilda is survived by her loving husband Jake, children Kevin (Sandra), Steven (Trang), Ann, James (Christina) and 7 grandchildren.  She is also survived by her brother Dan, sisters Mona, Trula and her twin, Wanda.

Family and friends are invited to attend the memorial service on Thursday, Nov 15, 2018 at 1:00 at St Mary Parish, 11 1st St, Gilroy, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Parkinson's Institute and Clinical Center, www.thepi.org