West Des Moines, Iowa
Velma Lucile McKinney-Andreasen
West Des Moines
Velma Lucile McKinney-Andreasen was born February 11, 1940 and passed away February 18, 2013 at the age of 73. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 20 at Brooks Funeral Care, 7975 University Blvd. in Clive from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, February 21 at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1105 Grand Ave. in West Des Moines.
Velma was born in Jefferson, IA to Wilford and Hazel (Mathews). She lived in Waukee and West Des Moines. Velma is survived by her husband, Gerald Andreasen; children, Robert (Chris) McKinney, Rebecca (Jim) Bartscher, Daniel (Patti) McKinney, Kimberly McKinney, Theresa (Mike) Anousis, Joseph (Julie) McKinney, Michelle (Jerry) Nizzi, Matthew (Erin) McKinney, Michael (Kim) Andreasen, Lisa (Brian) Whiten, Gina Lillie and Juanita (Tim) Kopp Noble; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and countless foster children along with extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilford and Hazel Mathews; brother, Wilford Mathews, Jr. and her first husband, J. Dennis McKinney.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Iowa Home Care and to St. Mark Lutheran Church.
Joe,
So sorry to hear about your Mother. I know that family is very important to you. I am thinking about you and your family.
With Sympathy,
Deb Crews - EMC Insurance Companies
February 22, 2013
Jerry, I am so sorry I wasn't at Velma funeral today. I just got word of Velma passing a few minutes ago. I also had no idea that Hazel had passed in August. I am so sorry for not staying closer in touch. I mover out of the neighborhood and it falls apart! Your in my thoughts and prayers and I'll stop by to see you some time next week.
Lori Gordon
February 21, 2013 | Des Moines, IA
I just heard, and my deepest sympathy to all her loved ones. Velma or "nana" was my childhood sitter a wonderful woman with so much to give. She taught me dicipline and self worth and that sharing ment caring. And that no matter how awney one was she had love in her heart for them.
Jennifer Priest. - AKA Carlson
February 20, 2013 | Waukee, IA
Velma you were a very dear friend as well as family. You were always giving & caring for others. Jesus will care for you now.
donna penick
February 20, 2013 | Booneville,, IA
Kim, So sorry to hear of your loss. We have lost touch over the years but really enjoyed Velma when we were growing up.
Jim and Patti Moller(Courtney)of Grimes, Iowa
February 20, 2013
I will always have great memories from the old house in Waukee visiting with Velma and having great times in the backyard. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. RIP VELMA
Cindy Voecks
Cindy Voecks
February 20, 2013 | Waukee, IA
Velma - you will always be a special angel to our entire family. RIP -
Gina Webb
February 20, 2013 | Woodward, IA
