Velma Lorene Snead Sherrill, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away September 19, 2020, at Gordon Hospice House. She was born August 9, 1940 in Iredell County, N.C., the daughter of the late Willie Talmadge Snead and Gracie Christy Snead.
She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Price Sherrill; daughter, Sarah Jane Snead Armstrong; brothers, James Snead and R.B. Snead; sisters, Virginia Snead and Barbara Snead; and a grandchild, Steven Clyde Anderson.
Velma loved the Lord and was a lady of deep faith and attended Front Street Baptist Church. She loved to collect dolls and had a large collection and she also enjoyed embroidery.
Left to cherish her memory are her son, Kenneth Lee Snead and wife Wanda; grandchildren, Robert Anderson and William Anderson; sisters, Ruth Warren and Brenda Adams; and numerous other loving family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2020, at Oakwood Cemetery in Statesville.
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So sorry. Having moved and lost touch with most of the family over the years, I was unaware of several passing. Velma was always kind and quick to laugh. RIP Velma. Love and prayers to all, cricket “Christine” Mock
Randy and I are so very sorry for your loss. We loved her, and we love you all. Prayer for you and your family. She will be greatly missed.
I am sorry. Pray for the family. She will be missed. She was a sweet lady. We love her and love you. God bless.