Leberta Israel Wilson was born to the late Elsie Belfone and Rush Gates Jr., and a stepchild to the late Clarence (PeeWee) Hall and Bernice Silas Hall, in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 22, 1940. She became a faithful member of Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church, which was co-founded by her great-grandfather, the late Frank R. Israel, along with Walter B. Simpson. Leberta attended Hungerford High School in Eatonville, Florida.

Leberta answered a calling to care for others, dedicating her life to the nursing profession. She began her career at Sunland Hospital before serving as an Emergency Room Nurse at Orlando Regional Medical Center for nearly 30 years. Her compassion never waned—she continued her ministry of healing with VITAS Hospice as a nurse for more than five years.

Leberta exhibited a heart of love and true selflessness. She had great compassion for family, friends, and the Lord. Leberta had a passion for sewing and making doll clothes. She possessed a spirit that attracted people to her, whom she loved very much. She was kind, gentle, and loved life. She put a smile on other people's faces and believed in sharing with others.

Leberta's soul peacefully departed this life on May 25, 2026. Her departure is a deep and personal loss felt by her family and friends; she will be greatly missed by them all.

Preceded in death by Son Michael Israel; brother Clarence Hall Sr.; sisters Diane Hall Stokes, Cynthia Hall Moses, Carolyn Hall, and Netherland Hall; nephew Willie Foster; and nieces Daphne Hall and Takisa Hall.

Cherishing Her Precious Memories: Daughter Michelle Johnson (Darryl); son Gerald Israel (Blue); grandchildren Jasmine Johnson, Brandon Wilson, and Jefferey Simmons; great-grandchildren Tyemarcus Holliday, Kayden Smith, and Katilyn Wilson; sisters Clara Jones and Janice Aikens; brother Leroy Aikens; nephews Deleon Stokes, Willie Riggins, and Sanders Jones; nieces Monet Moses and Latonya Stokes; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.