Wanda J. Heltsley, 85, formerly of Owensboro, passed away Friday, May 29, 2015, at Beaver Dam Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Owensboro on April 20, 1930, daughter of the late John Truman and Lena Taylor Heltsley.
Wanda graduated from Owensboro High School in 1949, attended Brescia College and graduated from University of Kentucky with a BS in Medical Technology in 1954. She worked at Western Baptist Hospital for two years then at Doctors Yarbrough, Schupback, Hast, Lovett, Tyler and others.
Wanda was a previous member of Pilot Club of Owensboro, Third Baptist Church and a longtime member of American Society of Medical Technogolists. She enjoyed family research, reading, traveling and being with family.
Survivors include numerous cousins, including Matt and Patty Heltsley her caregivers.
Private graveside services will be held at Rosehill Cemetery in Owensboro. Bevil Bros. Funeral Home in Beaver Dam are in charge of arrangements. The family request that expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to Kosair Hospital or your favorite charity.
Online condolences may be made at: bevilbrosfuneralhomes.com.