Wanda L. Hamilton, 87, of Sumner, Illinois, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on June 15, 1938, in Friendsville, Illinois, the daughter of Earl Ray and Goldie Marie (Burton) Harms. She married Edward Eugene Hamilton who preceded her in death on May 10, 2020.
Wanda dedicated her life to making her house a home for her family. She kept her home in immaculate condition. Wanda loved cooking for everyone and tending to her beautiful flowers. She treasured her family and spending time with them. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Wanda leaves behind her son, Ed Hamilton; grandchildren, Kenneth Morrison, Matt Harper, Madison Harper, Mikel Harper and Skyler Edgin; four great-grandchildren; brother, Donald Harms; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins; her special dog, Riley.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Nancy Cochran; son, Steven Hamilton; brothers, Wendell Harms, Buford “Bunny” Harms; sisters, Clara Lynch, Patricia Brockmeier, Thelma Nanney and Barbara Morgan.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Graveside Services will be 1:00p.m., Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Sumner City Cemetery, 1000N Hwy 250, Sumner Illinois, with Brother Bill Reed officiating.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Wanda’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Hamilton family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
