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Velma Long Obituary
Age 90, of Georgetown and formerly of Ellendale, passed away on September 22, 2011 at Milford Memorial Hospital. Born in Georgetown, Velma was the daughter of the late Daniel and Birdie Short.
Velma had a radiant smile and sweet disposition and was loved by everyone whom knew her. She will be remembered for being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was an excellent cook, and immaculate housekeeper. She was retired from the Stevenson House in Milford and a member the of Ellendale United Methodist Church.
Velma is survived by her daughter, Barbara Holston and her husband Bob of Georgetown. Three grandchildren, John Penuel and wife Dareth, Michael Penuel and Shelly Osbourne and husband Brent. Great-grandchildren Douglas Tatman Penuel, Lily Penuel, Katie Penuel, and Jenna Penuel all of Georgetown. She is also survived by her former son-in-law, James Goodhand from North Carolina. Special friends Mary Robert of Milford and Sarah Short of Laurel. Their kindness, concern, many visits, and prayers were so appreciated by Velma and her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Horace J. Long, a daughter Nancy Goodhand, a son-in-law Don Penuel, and eleven brothers and sisters.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 27, at the Wesley United Methodist Church on East Laurel and Race Street in Georgetown, at 2 pm. A viewing will be held at the church from 12-2 pm. The Reverend John VanTine and Mr. Carlton Goodhand will officiate. Interment will follow in the Milford Community Cemetery in Milford, DE.
Contributions may be made in Velma's honor to Cheer Home Services 20520 Sandhill Road Georgetown, Delaware 19947.
Arrangements are in the care of the
HANNIGAN, SHORT, DISHAROON FUNERAL HOME, Laurel, DE
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302-875-3637
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Diane Hoffer
October 1, 2011
To Barb, Bob and family, We are so sorry for the loss of Aunt Velma. She was one of the sweetest and most wonderful persons. Like Debbie, I can remember her saying "Oh My". Debbie, cousin Nancy and I had many great times. We will see her in heaven. Love, Isabell Warren Collins, Diane and all the Warren's
Diane Hoffer
October 1, 2011
To Barb, Bob and family, We are very sorry for the loss of Aunt Velma. She was one of the sweetest and most wonderful persons. Like Debbie, I remember her saying "Oh My". We had such good times with cousin Nancy and the family. We will meet again in heaven. Love, Isabell Warren Collins, Diane and all the Warren's.
Debbie Webb
September 26, 2011
To Barb,Bob And family: My thoughts are with you. Aunt Velma was one of a kind and one of the dearest and sweetest people in the world. When you went to Aunt Velma's she always had to feed you and she she was a great cook. As i think of her i can hear her always saying.. "OH MY" when ever something was wrong those were her famous words. We shared many, many good times together but i know shw is with Uncle Horace and Nancy plus all of her siblings. and she is smiling down on us . REST IN PEACE Aunt Velma and we will meet again.. love Debbie
Chris Wolfe
September 26, 2011
I consider it a priveledge to have had the opportunity to call her Mom Mom, even though we are not related. Surely one of the sweetest, kindest, gentlest person I have ever known. I cannot help but think that she will be busier than ever in heaven trying to keep Pop Pop Long straight. My heart goes out to Barbara and the family - hoping they will all find comfort in thier wonderful memories.
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