Vilma Hylton

Vilma P. Hylton, 77, went Home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2025, surrounded by peace in the home she cherished for nearly 40 years.

Born on February 17, 1948, in Colón, Panama, Vilma was known for her strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family.

While in Panama, Vilma was supported by the Wall family, who witnessed her deep devotion to her loved ones. With their support, she immigrated to the United States, where she built a new life and, through hard work and selflessness, helped each of her siblings join her in the U.S.

Vilma dedicated 35 years of service to Children's Hospital, working from October 1975 until her retirement in November 2010. Her kindness, resilience, and commitment to others left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

She was the beloved mother of Angela Reid, cherished mother-in-law to Rory, and devoted grandmother to Reina, Reaghann and Rochelle who brought her endless joy.

Vilma is survived by her loving partner, Anthony Forde; siblings, Alphonso Brown, Mario Jones, Johnathan(Saturnina) Jones, Samuel Jones, Julio (Alina) Jones, and Julia (Bryan) Edward; as well as Mary Esther Forde and Jimmie Rainer. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, including Jennifer (Barry) Brown, Kyle (Krystine) Jones, Janeczka (Chris) Watt, Jenica Jones, Bryan (Kadeja) Edwards, Sayzar Edwards, Raven (Olivia) Edwards, Carlos Edwards, Alina Jones, Carl Royal, Sheerlan Jones, David Jones Jr. and Sheerlene Jones. Her extended family includes Essie Wall and her daughters-Karen, Angela, Michelle, Donna, and Jacqueline-who were like family to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elton Aldewin Jones Sr. and Rebeca Smith; and siblings, Andrea Smith, Elton Aldewin Jones Jr., David Jones, and Lynette Rainer.

Vilma's warmth, generosity, and spirit will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.

A Catholic Mass Funeral will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church, 2777 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43209, on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m., followed by the Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Eastlawn Cemetery, with a repast to follow at Christ the King Catholic Church.