Velma J Lauderdale

Velma J. Lauderdale, age 80 of Goreville, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at the Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. She was born August 17, 1941 in Foreman, the daughter of I.W. Tod and Helen (Kincannon) Harper. She married Darrell E. Lauderdale on March 9, 1963 in Vienna. He preceded her in death on June 19, 2002.

Velma is survived by her daughter, Beth (Van) Morgan of Goreville; granddaughter, Nicole Hudson; great-grandchildren, Ryder and Phinleigh; siblings, John (Liz) Harper of Florence, MS, Jack (Jackie) Harper of Mayfield, KY, Mary (Richard) Stroh of Anna; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband; and son, Timothy P. Lauderdale.

Velma and Darrell had a very special relationship. They got along so well and despite spending a lot of time together, they were never seen arguing or disagreeing with one another. Darrell started an insurance agency and Velma helped him with the business, as well as taking care of her family. Velma loved playing golf.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna with Jason Forby officiating. Interment will be in the Anna cemetery. Friends may call from 12:00 p.m. until the service hour at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.