Hilda Lousie Breeden

Hilda Louise Breeden, age 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at 9:51 p.m. at Dogwood Village of Orange in Orange, Virginia, surrounded by family and friends. Her life brought together five generations of family, leaving behind cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Hilda especially enjoyed camping with Joann and her family at Wilderness Presidential Resort. She loved riding the golf cart, touring the battlefields, spending time outdoors, and browsing the campground's holiday yard sales and local Goodwill stores. Hilda often credited her long life and good health to the many days and hours she spent walking with her friends, Mr. Morris and Alma, through the fields and properties surrounding their homes. She enjoyed sharing stories from her past with friends and family, giving younger generations a glimpse into the life she had known. Her love of history also took her to historical sites, where she enjoyed learning about the people and events that shaped the places she visited.

Hilda is survived by her five children: Joann Shifflett (Willie Eppard), Ellen Shoby, Sandy Samuels (Kenny), Pam Collier (Freddie), and Alvin Breeden (Vickie).

She is also survived by her grandchildren: Brian Shifflett (Brittany), Jennifer Young (Joseph Reintges), Jamie Garner, Robert Shoby (Ashley), Shalon Coleman (Troy), Jason Collier, Jenna Collier, Ashley Lucas (Billy), and Chasity Lockhart.

Her great-grandchildren include Aiden Shifflett, Avery Shifflett, Sean Young, Tristen Garner (Kaitlyn), Logan Garner (Hannah Peyton), Brayden Garner, Sophia Garner, Shania Coleman, Shane Coleman, Shyanne Coleman, Jacob Lucas, and Madison Lucas.

Hilda was also blessed with two great-great-grandchildren, Rose Garner and Karson Garner.

She is additionally survived by a special friend, Stephanie Whindleton, along with extended family members and dear friends.

Hilda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Breeden; her parents, Hattie Lillian Dudley and Lemuel Jackson Dudley; her sisters, Lillian Dudley Barnes, Glenis Dudley, Hattie "Buts" Dudley, and Evelynn Mae (Dudley) Barbour; and her brothers, Archer Dudley, Everett Dudley, and Lemuel "Dempsey" Dudley.

Also preceding her in death were her beloved granddaughter, Kristen Collier; her three beloved great-grandchildren, Austin Young, Robert Miles Shoby, and Willow Shoby; a special niece, Janet Johnson, affectionately known as "Bugs"; and her best friends, Ferrel Morris and Alma Haney.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Batten Funeral Home in Ruckersville, Virginia.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Batten Funeral Home.

Following the service, the funeral procession will proceed to Breeden Cemetery on Celt Road.

Following the graveside service, family and friends are invited to gather at Solid Rock Church on Route 33 for a time of fellowship and remembrance. Please bring a covered dish and memories to share.

For the past six years, Medi-Home Hospice has been an important part of Hilda's life and our family's journey. Their staff cared not only for Hilda but also helped our family through difficult days, conversations, and decisions. We are especially grateful to her longtime nurse, Caryn Marshall, and longtime patient care technician, Riley Powell. Their familiar faces, steady presence, and personal attention made a difference that our family will always remember.

We also wish to recognize Dr. Bostic, who cared for Hilda for many years, first as her primary care physician and later as her hospice physician. His understanding of Hilda's medical needs, along with his guidance through some of our family's most challenging decisions, provided reassurance when we needed it most. We will always appreciate the years he devoted to her care.

For more than five years, Dogwood Village of Orange was Hilda's home. We want to thank the staff who looked after her, got to know her, and made her feel loved. Knowing she was surrounded by people who genuinely cared about her brought our family great comfort, especially during her final days.

Dr. Evans, Tabitha Payne, Anita, and Doreasa are just a few of the wonderful people who cared for Nana over the years. There are simply too many of you to name individually, but each of you holds a special place in our family's hearts.

To everyone who became part of Hilda's life and ours, please know that you made a difference, and we will never forget it.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Batten Funeral Home of Ruckersville, Virginia.