Burness Ann (Hardin) Hilbert

Burness Ann (Hardiin) Hilbert, passed away on November 12, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on January 25, 1940, in Springfield, Kentucky.

Burness was a beautiful, compassionate, humble woman whose life was centered on faith in the Lord and devotion to the people she loved. She retired from Signature Healthcare and was a lifelong caregiver, a role that reflected the kindness and steady support she gave so freely throughout her life. She enjoyed puzzles, reading, and spending time in nature and visiting parks. Among the joys she held most closely were being a mother, granny, sister, and friend.

Burness is survived by her children, John Hilbert, Ronald Hilbert, and Connie Mackie. She is also survived by her brothers and sister, Roger Hardin, Alton Hardin, Pete Hardin, and Aline Wright. Her memory will also be cherished by her grandchildren, Tara Wolford, Alan Wolford, Billy Burgin, Alyssa Gunn, Heather Kelley, and Mackenzie Mackie, along with her 16 great-grandchildren with one on the way.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Riley; her father, William Hardin; her sister, Leavounghn Cundiff; her son, Robert Hilbert; and her daughter, Bonnie Wolford.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, East Louisville, 235 Juneau Dr, Louisville, Kentucky 40243. A second visitation will be held there on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. A graveside service will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Willisburg Cemetery, 2680 Lawrenceburg Road, Willisburg, Kentucky 40078.

Burness Ann Hilbert will be remembered for the love she gave, the comfort she brought to others, and the strength of her faith. Her life was a blessing to her family and friends, and her memory will be treasured always.