Wilma fern Six
December 17, 1935 - October 28, 2014
Wilma Fern Six was born December 17, 1935 in Flagler, Iowa. She was the daughter of Narcessa and Florence (Davies) Des Camp. On December 19, 1953, in Knoxville, Iowa, Wilma was united in marriage to Kenneth Edward Six. Wilma and Kenneth lived all their married life in Knoxville. Wilma worked at Rolscreen, Tenex for 10 years, 3M and KFC. She was a member of the Community of Christ Church and she enjoyed flower gardnening, her doll collection and her crafts. Most of all Wilma loved and enjoyed her family. Wilma passed away Tuesday morning, October 28, 2014 at the Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines at the age of 78. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Dale, Delno and Lewis Whitlatch and four sisters, Vera Mae De Raad, Yvonne Green, Germaine Shappell and Julie VanderVeer. Those left to honor her memory include her loving husband of 60 years Kenneth E. Six; sons, Steve E. Six of Glenwood, Kenneth W. (Denise) Six, Ron Six, Gary (Cheryl) Six; and one daughter Joleen (Tony) Miller all of Knoxville; 16 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Wilma is also survived by her sister, Regena Wilkes of Knoxville; two brother-in-laws, Don Green Sr., Harry Vander Veer; two sister-in-laws, Dorothy Whitlatch and Margarette Whitlatch; and many nieces and nephews. Wilma’s wishes were to be cremated and a graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 30, 2014, at the Graceland Cemetery of Knoxville, with Elder Bill McDonald officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Community of Christ Church or the Marion County Humane Society. Condolences may be sent to www.winfieldfh.com. The Winfield Funeral Home of Knoxville is helping Wilma’s family with services.
Wilma Fern Six was born December 17, 1935 in Flagler, Iowa. She was the daughter of Narcessa and Florence (Davies) Des Camp. On December 19, 1953, in Knoxville, Iowa, Wilma was united in marriage to Kenneth Edward Six. Wilma and... View Obituary & Service Information