Hilda Elizabeth Stillwell
May 12, 1923 ~ November 24, 2018
Hilda Elizabeth Stillwell, 95, of Leonardtown, MD formerly of Stafford, VA passed away on November 24, 2018 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on May 12, 1923 in Baltimore, MD she was the daughter of the late Carrie Mae Lamp Garner and William Raymond Garner. Hilda was the loving wife of the late Samuel R. Stillwell and who preceded her in death in 1984 and Samuel L. Homrighausen who proceeded her in death in 2011. She is survived by her son Edward Stillwell and Daughter-in-Law (Patsy) of Chaptico, MD. 3 grandchildren, Rick Stillwell, Joe Stillwell, Sherri Stillwell and 13 great-grandchildren. Hilda is preceded in death by her siblings; Lillian Ahrens, Raymond Garner, Frank Garner, Harry Garner, Robert Garner and James Garner.
Hilda graduated from Baltimore City College with a Degree in Business. She was employed as a Budget Analyst for the United States Government for over 30 years. Hilda moved to St. Mary’s County MD in November 2013 from Stafford, VA. She was a member of the Lions Club and the Red Hats Society Club. Hilda enjoyed reading, singing in the Church Choir, traveling, dance, Arts and Crafts.
Hilda was a very independent, courageous and strong woman. She shared laughs and smiles with many but the biggest gift was her love and compassion to her family and those in need.
The family will receive friends on Monday, December 3, 2018 from 9:00 AM-10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where a Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Teresa Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD. Pallbearers will be: Edward Stillwell, Rick Stillwell, Joey Stillwell, Ricky Stillwell, Ryan Stillwell and Wes Thompson.
Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105.
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For the loss of your Mom, Hilda, my heart is full of sympathy for your family. May you find peace and comfort in the coming days ahead knowing that she has finally “gone home.”
God bless her and you all. I will miss her dearly, but so very glad and thankful for having almost 40 years of true friendship filled with wonderful memories to cherish. Rest easy my dearly beloved friend. ❤️🙏🏻
We both are praying for your loss. Your mom finally won the wonderful race and the reward is an eternity of sunshine and happiness. I always say our tears should be of joy as we celebrate her return home,
She was a wonderful lady and friend …
We will miss seeing her when we come up to Md.
Praying for all of you
Dear Eddie, Patsy and family, we send you our prayers for the loss of your beautiful Mom and Grandmother. We shared a very special bond with Hilda. She was a dear dear friend and sister to Elaine and I. Hilda was so thoughtful, loving and so much fun. We shared many shopping sprees, so much laughter and shared times of sorrow. We will miss Hilda so very much but we are so thankful God brought us together. Now she is in His arms and at rest. Our hearts are heavy for your loss. We pray you find comfort and God gives you the strength and faith you need at this time. Our love and prayers are with you all.
I will truly miss my wonderful sister in law. May she rest in peace with Harry, Ray, Lil, Bob and Jimmy.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Hilda’s passing. Pleas know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
We were so saddened to hear of aunt hilda’s passing. She will always remain in our hearts. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Hilda has been missed by all Scarlet Sophisticates that knew her when she moved away and was unable to join us any longer. She was such a sweet, sweet lady and will be greatly missed. Her family is in our thoughts and prayers.