Sharon Kay Walters

Sharon “Kay” Wildman Walters, 71, of Pachuta, MS passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS. Kay was born March 31,1955 in Yazoo City, MS at the King’s Daughter Hospital.

She was proceeded in death by her father, William Edwin Wildman. Her mother, Mary Etoile Wildman. Her Maternal grandfather, Samuel Zebadee Howell and Maternal grandmother, Ruby Lee Howell. Her Paternal Grandmother, Willie Ann Sabells and her nephew, Samuel Brent Wildman.

She spent her early life in the factory and service industry. Kay never met a stranger. She, to the day she drew her last breath, remained friends with many of her former guests. Kay loved serving her Lord and telling everyone she knew about Jesus. She spent the last 30 years of her life with her husband, Ronny Walters.

Kay is also survived by 3 children and 5 stepchildren: Cashay Morris (Lee) of Hattiesburg, Corey (Anne) Morris of Denmark and Jeremy Rozek (Kristy) of Laurel, Diane (Bob) Shoemake of Ellisville, James Walters of Laurel, Melissa (David) Page of Laurel, Casey (Jessica) Walters of Lexington, TX and Jeremy Walters. She is also survived by her many grandchildren:

Jon Freeman (Kayla) of Long Beach, MS, Josh Freeman (Mia)of Carriere, MS, Ben Morris of Denmark, Karoline Morris of Denmark, Dustin Walters, Hunter (Keri) Smith, Leah Smith, Erin (Brody) Arender, Olivia

(Billy) Pitts, Rebekah (Brandt) Castilaw, and Evan (Kristen) Page, Caroline Walters, Catherine Walters and Clarabelle Walters.

She is survived by her great grandchildren, Remington Pitts, Jameson Pitts, Davey Page, Maebry Smith, Drake Arender and Avery Walters.

She is also survived by her siblings Durrell (Janet) Wildman, Dwayne (Brenda) Wildman, Frankie (Margaret) Wildman, Ruby Smith, Carolyn (Clint) Landrum, Sam (Gail) Wildman, Donnie (Pam) Wildman, Edwin (Amy) Wildman, with a host of nieces and nephews.

Kay was one of the sweetest and most generous people you will ever meet. You knew she loved you just by being in her presence. And you couldn’t help but love her back. Even at the end of her life, she was still sharing the gospel and all the hugs and kisses you wanted with those caring for her. She was a hard worker and worked two jobs for many years to care for her three children. She had a fierce love for them and did anything she could to care for them. She enjoyed taking care of her many plants and her beloved cat, Cricket! She also enjoyed traveling with her husband all over the world. She fished and hunted with him for many years as well until her health did not allow her to continue. She was diagnosed 15 years ago with COPD. She fought a good fight and enjoyed a good quality of life until the end. Kay held on to her faith in her Lord Jesus until the very last breath. Often singing hymns in her hospital bed and requesting others sing to her.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of South Central Regional Medical Center of Laurel. Your compassion, care and overall excellent service during this most difficult time was beyond any expectations we may have had, and we thank you for that.

In accordance with Kay’s wishes, a “Celebration of Life” will be held for family and friends on Friday, November 6, 2026. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and service at 2:00 p.m. at Colonial Chapel of Laurel (4593 Indian Springs Road Laurel, MS 39443).

Pastor Jason Castle and Pastor Brad Coody with officiate the services.

Burial will take place at Union Line Cemetery, Soso, Ms.

Pallbearers are Clint Landrum, James Walters, Charles Mott, Jim Burton, Morris Helner, and Oliver Joiner.

Honorary Pallbearers are Jon Freeman and Josh Freeman.