Wilma Jean Hefner Stump

Wilma Jean Hefner Stump, age 90, peacefully passed away on Sunday June 26, 2016 in Roanoke, Virginia. From her birth in Neola, West Virginia, on July 31, 1925, daughter of Arthur and Flora Wade Hefner, everyone who crossed paths with her experienced laughs, thoughtfulness, and excellent conversation. Wilma grew up in White Sulfur Springs and on June 10, 1950 married James Hilliard Stump. Together they had two sons, John Gregg and James Arthur Stump, and in 1964 relocated to Roanoke, Virginia, where they would reside for the remainder of their 52 years of marriage. Wilma and her husband were devoted members of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Roanoke. She maintained an active membership in the Order of the Eastern Star, maintaining a 50 plus year membership in Beckley West Virginia, and later in Fincastle, Virginia with Botetourt No. 135. She was also a loyal member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars at Post 1841. Meemaw, as her family and close friends knew her, was always committed to the care of her loved ones near and far. Her incredible cooking skills, and compassionate conversation will be forever cherished. She is survived by her two sisters, Nellie (Lee) Doan, and Janie (Emmett) Boggs; her two sons, Gregg (Pam) Stump and Art (Pam) Stump; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A special thanks is extended to the compassionate staff at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital and the Carrington Place at Botetourt for all their care and assistance. While Wilma was an avid gardener, always maintaining immaculate roses, she believed in helping others. Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 29, 2016 from 12:00 to 2:00, at Northminster Presbyterian Church, with funeral services to follow at 2:00 with the Rev. Russ Merritt officiating. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Roanoke. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to: Northminster Presbyterian Church, 3911 Greenland Ave. NW Roanoke, 24012. Arrangements are being made by the kind staff at Botetourt Funeral Home.