Edna D Riddell Wilson, age 75, of Pea Ridge Road in Irvine, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her home following a long illness. She was born December 7, 1950, in Perry County, and was the daughter of Emma Jean Deaton and the late George Deaton. She was a Retired Factory Worker, and she enjoyed doing yard work. She had lived in Estill County for most of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Wilson, and she is survived by:
Her mother: Emma Jean Deaton
1 daughter: Julie Smith - Madison Co.
3 sisters: Mary Couch
Hazel Robertson
Jenny Deaton
2 brothers: Lester Deaton
George Deaton
2 grandchildren: Joshua Riddell and Jody Riddell
1 great granddaughter Caylin Riddell
In addition to her father and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, Denver Wayne “Bugs” Riddell, and 3 sisters, Dorothy Whitaker, Stella Jones, and Cora Deaton
A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
