In Remembrance Of
Rebecca Wohlford
Rebecca Wohlford, 81 of Trimble, MO passed away, April 13, 2021.
She was born on August 2, 1939 to Scott and LaMera (Gibson) Lowman in Smithville, MO. Rebecca grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. She later received her bachelor’s degree in Education from William Jewell.
On August 26, 1962 she was united in marriage to Jonathan Wohlford. After their marriage they lived in Savannah, St. Joseph, and Liberty. In 1969 they moved to Trimble where they made their home. Her husband, Jon, passed away, January 25, 2003.In her early years she was a PE teacher and girls basketball coach at Savannah High School. After Rebecca stayed home and raised her children, she hung wallpaper and was the clerk at the Trimble Water District for over 20 years.
Rebecca was a member of the Paradise Methodist Church. She loved gardening, watching her grandchildren play sports, and helping others.
She was also preceded in death by her parents.
Rebecca is survived by her children, Cory Wohlford (Brenda), Chris (Michelle) Wohlford, and Steve (Bonnie) Wohlford; step-daughters, Nicki (Phil) Edwards, and Geri Cook-Lenahan; grandchildren, Chase, Mahlee, Peyton, Josh (Sara), Crystal (Zach), Brent, Brandi, Ryan (Candace); great-grandchildren, Caiden, Harlee, Jaxton, Baylie, and Sterling; sister, Rachel (George) Chrisman, brother, George Lowman (Gwen); several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 19th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville. Rebecca has been cremated.
Visitation: 4:00-7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 18th at First Baptist Church in Smithville.
Donations may be made to the Paradise Methodist Church.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
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17 comments
Beth Reed
You’ll surely be missed. I loved our talks.
Cindy Mick Roberts
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for the family.. She was a sweet lady to visit with she will be missed.
Michael (Mickey) Kimsey
I am so sorry. Becky was a very nice and sweet person. My heart goes out to her family.
Carolyn Hoagland
Sincere Sympathy and Prayers to Family
Yvonne & Anita Freeman
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We will always have fond memories of your mother and how kind she always was. Prayers are with you.
Diane Shryock
Sincere condolences at the loss of your mother.
Elizabeth Krueger
I wanted to be there today to pay my respects I just couldn’t make it work. Becky was the best thing that ever happened in my life. She believed in me when so many others didnt. She helped me become the person I am today and I am very grateful for all she poured into me. I pray that her legacy lives on through me. Blessings and prayers for all the family. She will be greatly missed.
Vicky Mick
So very sorry for your loss, prayers and hugs
Roberta Lowman
Please know you are all in my prayers for strength and healing through this very challenging time. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom, sister and aunt. Becky will be missed by many and there is no doubt that heaven gained an angel May 13, 2021.
Denise Bryant
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Littrell
Such a sweet lady with a pretty smile. Always gracious always kind.
Donald Burns
Prayers to all the family members
Ed and Jane Johnston
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you.
Jeff & Betty Powell
Steve and Family, Betty and I were saddened to hear the news of your Mothers passing. She was a very sweet lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Jeff & Betty Powell
BILL LANKFORD
Sorry for your loss. What a wonderful person. Always treated me with great respect. Prayers to all the family. God bless.
Sharon Riley Pemberton
So sorry to learn of Rebecca’s death. She was a life long acquaintance/friend. A quiet person who could slip in beside you in church and you didn’t realize she was there until you heard her deep laugh.Worked so hard all her life. The world will miss Rebecca.
Joy Diane Feo
God has received this wonderful and spiritual woman into his world.
She touched many lives in a spiritual way.