July 8, 1928- July 29 2012
Evelyn “Arlene” Wilhelm, age 84, of Imbler, died July 29, 2012 at her home.
She was born July 8, 1928, the daughter of Vincent Elijah and Louisa (Smith) Paddock in Sweet Home. She graduated from high school in Sweet Home and on June 4, 1947 she married Floyd Henry Wilhelm.
Mrs. Wilhelm enjoyed being active with the American Legion in Sweet Home. They later lived in Heppner before moving to Imbler in 1963.
She enjoyed yard work, especially growing peonies. She cared for the livestock and named each cow they owned. She was known as a helpful neighbor. She loved watching Blazer basketball and wrestling on TV.
Survivors include her children, Henry and Judy Wilhelm, Donna and Lloyd Anthoney and Eunice Wilhelm, all of Imbler; brother Dan Paddock of Sweet Home; and sister Betty Wilhelm of Heppner.
Mrs. Wilhelm was preceded in death by her husband in December of 1989 and a son, Dennis Wilhelm in November of 1990. She was also preceded by siblings, Dean Paddock, Lynn Paddock, Zeldia Darby and Lela Pace.
A graveside service was held Aug. 4 at the Summerville Cemetery.