Flora Elise Wimberly

Flora Elise Wimberly, age 86, passed away on May 18, 2026. Born on August 9, 1939, Flora spent her life loving deeply, laughing often, and caring sincerely for everyone fortunate enough to know her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucille Ammons; her husband, Frank Wimberly; and her sister, Delma Gatlin.

Flora leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory always: her daughter, Debbie (David) Collier; her grandson, Scott (Morgan) Collier; her great-grandson, Emerson Collier; her sister, Mildred Farris; along with several cherished nieces and nephews.

Flora was a longtime and devoted member of the Church of Christ, attending the 11th Street, Trinity Lane, and Rivergate congregations throughout her life. Her faith and church family were deeply important to her, and she carried herself with grace, poise, and a genuine love for others. She never met a stranger and had a special way of making people feel welcomed and cared for.

Her family shared these heartfelt words about the impact she had on so many lives: “If you were ever at my house, at Opryland, or even Fair Park; if you attended the 11th Street, Trinity Lane, and Rivergate Church of Christ; if she took you to church with us on Sunday nights, or to haunted houses, if I called you friend, she loved you.”

Flora especially loved trips to Opryland and treasured the simple joy of spending time with family and friends. She was known for her fantastic sense of humor, her warm spirit, and the kindness she showed so freely to others.

Her grandson, Scott, was truly the light of her life, and Scott and Emerson brought her her greatest joy and proudest moments.

Visitation will be held at Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 1150 South Dickerson Road, Goodlettsville, TN 37072, on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and again on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Southern Skies Labrador Rescue & Adoption, P.O. Box 8810, Huntsville, AL 35808.