Hilda Earl Booth
August 14, 1943 ~ April 20, 2025
Born in:
Moore County, North Carolina
Resided in:
Columbia, South Carolina
Hilda Earl Ferguson Booth, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Pinehurst Health and Rehabilitation.
A native of Moore County, Hilda spent much of her life in Columbia, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Arthur C. “Red” Ferguson and Estelle Henry Ferguson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Booth; her brothers, Wooten and Roland Ferguson; and her sister, Jane McKinney.
Hilda proudly served her country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Following her military service, she dedicated her career to helping others as a counselor at Richland Hospital in Columbia, S.C. Hilda had a deep love for travel and embraced every opportunity to explore the world. She will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, compassionate heart, and unwavering dedication to those she served and loved.
Hilda is survived by her brother, Happy Ferguson of Carthage; several loved nieces and nephews; and her sweet fur baby, Bella. The family would also like to thank the many hands that were involved with her healthcare these past few months.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Eureka Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the church. Military rites will be provided by the United States Navy.
Online condolences can be left at PinesFunerals.com
The care of Hilda has been entrusted to Fry and Prickett Funeral Home.
Services
Memorial Service: April 26, 2025 1:00 pm
Eureka Presbyterian Church
2155 Farm Life School Road
Carthage, NC 28327
910-949-3361
Visitation: April 26, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Eureka Presbyterian Church
2155 Farm Life School Road
Carthage, NC 28327
910-949-3361
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Hilda grew up and attended Farm life school and Eureka Presbyterian Church. It was always good to see her return to Eureka for visits. She was a good friend and will be missed by family and friends.
It was our great pleasure to have Hilda as our back fence neighbor for many, many years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Mary Breci & Geordie Geckle
It was so wonderful to see you every time I was visiting home. I will always remember the stories you have shared for your visits around the world, and I’ll continue to think of you every time I see something new. I am so happy you were able to meet my wife, Elena, because she really liked you. Our hearts are with you and we know you will be watching over us from heaven. Wish us luck for the rest of my military service.