Wilhelmina S. Walden, 91

Wilhelmina S. Walden, age 91, of Swainsboro, passed away Monday, August 31, 2026, at her residence. Funeral Services were held Thursday, September 3, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Shady Baptist Church with Reverend Rusty Moore officiating. Family received friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment followed in Westview Cemetery in Wrightsville.

Pallbearers were Lance Hooks, Hunter Freeman, Blake Whitfield, Ben Brown, Travis Heaton, Andy Dixon and Aaron McGowan.

Wilhelmina was born May 31, 1935, in Wrightsville, to the late Willie Barney and Loree Hammock Sweat. She was a dedicated member of Mt. Shady Baptist Church and a true believer in Jesus Christ. Wilhelmina lived her life as a shining example of faith, love, and kindness, always striving to follow in the footsteps of her Savior. Her faith was an important part of who she was and was reflected in the way she loved and cared for others. Wilhelmina was a long-time manager of Family Dollar, where she was known for her hard work and dedication. Above all, she was a loving mother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend. She cherished her family and the time they shared together, leaving behind a legacy of love and memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Mrs. Walden is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Patricia Lewis; grandson, Tres Pack; granddaughter, Lisa Randall; siblings, Willie Sweat, Herman Sweat, Marie H. Hammock, Burma S. Pacetti and Ronny Sweat.

Survivors include her husband of 74 years, Billy Gene Walden; children, Wendell G. Walden (Joan), Ricky L. Walden (Reda), Linda W. Whitfield and Teresa G. Pack (J.D.); grandchildren, Lance Hooks, Hunter Freeman, Stephannie Waters (David), Jaren Veal (Robby), David Randall (Alyssa), Casey Lamb, Chris Lamb (Tricia), Blake Whitfield, Blair Whitfield Heaton (Travis), Davi McGowan and Ben Brown (Chelsea); 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; siblings, Wain Sweat, Kenneth Sweat, Claudette S. Brown (Buddy) and Shirley Underwood.

Chapman Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.