Wilda Paul Houston Long of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022, she was 84 years old.
Wilda was born in Blakely, GA and was the daughter of the late, Julius Houston and Jenny Maloy Houston.
She earned her Master’s degree in Education and was a teacher for more than 25 years in Volusia County, FL. Wilda received numerous awards during her teaching career. She was also an accomplished singer and loved playing the piano.
Wilda and Chester served various churches over their lifetime as directors for children, young adults and senior adult choirs. Wilda was a member of First Baptist Church of Mt. Juliet. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and reading.
Wilda was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Long.
She is survived by:
Son – Charles (Suzanne) Long
Daughter – Rhetta (Scott) Standifer
Sisters – Freida (B.A.) Andreu, Julia Back, Dianne (Bob) Ghames and Jenny (Wayne) Kemp
Grandchildren – Michael Standifer, Olivia Long and Ryan Long
Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, October 3, 2022 at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens with Don Dillingham officiating.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to the Senior Adult Ministry at First Baptist Church of Mt. Juliet or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
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