Wilma Marie Mowery

Wilma Marie (Thomson) Mowery, 90, of Mooresville, passed away Monday, October 28th, 2024. She was born January 28th, 1934 in Bloomfield to her parents Lee and Vesta (Watson) Thomson. She married Jerry D. Mowery on March 25th, 1956. The two met during a chance encounter at a car wreck, East of Bloomfield. When Jerry was asked by a friend if he would like to go out, he embraced the opportunity with a simple, "Sure." Jerry, who was curious and eager for connection, approached her and the rest was history.

Wilma is survived by her husband of 68 years, Jerry D. Mowery of Mooresville; two daughters: Shelley Summers (Bobby) of Avon and Susan Feldman (Brent) of Indianapolis; seven grandchildren: Jill Duke (Jared), Jenny Maher (Chris), Jessica Thompson (Jimmy), Brandon Duckworth (Renee), Casey Duckworth, and Lindsey Beam (Tyler); and 12 great-grandchildren: Caleb (Hannah), Riley, Ethan, Wyatt, Cameron, Ella, Keegan, Finn, and Isaac.

Wilma is preceded in death by both of her parents; one grandson, Eric Duckworth; one great-grandson, Elijah Duke; one great-granddaughter, Emily Maher; and five sisters: Susie Briscoe, Lorene Brandon, Berniece Watkins, Vera Vest, and Reva Dean.

Wilma was a 1952 graduate of Solsberry High School and later attended Indiana Business College. She was a Secretary for Allison Plants 5 and 8 for 11 years. Wilma also enjoyed being a homemaker for many years. She was a member of Mt. Gilead Church and the Red Hat Society. Wilma loved quilting, spending time with her family, and traveling. As snowbirds, they enjoyed spending winters in Texas. She took pride in having explored all 50 states, New Zealand, Australia, and even spending time in a pup tent in Montana. With a passion for motorcycle riding, she embraced adventure and cherished the unforgettable experience of sharing a hot air balloon ride with her friends. People often referred to her as a "wimp," because of her fondness for hamburgers. Everyone who knew her, would recognize her infamous phrase, "Are you hungry?," anytime you walked through the door, reflecting her care for others and her desire to ensure everyone was well-fed.

Family and friends may show their love and support from 3 to 7 pm on Sunday, November 3rd and from 10 to 11 am on Monday, November 4th at Jones Family Funeral and Cremation Service in Mooresville. A celebration of life service will be held at 11am following visitation on Monday, November 4th at the funeral home. Wilma will be laid to rest at West Newton Cemetery in West Newton.

The family would like to give special thanks to Anew Hospice and her nurse, Maegen.

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