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Verda McCain Obituary
Verda was born in Yuma on April 22, 1927, attended Roosevelt and Fourth Avenue Grammar Schools, graduated from Yuma Union High School in 1945 and attended the University of Arizona for two years.
She was an active volunteer in the Yuma Community. She served on the first United Fund Board, the Red Cross, Yuma Crossing Park Council, Chairman of Miss Yuma County Pageant, Yuma County Fair Board Member, served on the Excel Governing Board for nine years, and was twice nominated for Yuma County Citizen of the Year.
As a member of the Yuma Mesa Homemakers, she was co-chair of the ""Pie-Booth"" at the Yuma County Fair, and was a member and past president of the Junior Women's Club and was a 44 year member of the PEO Sisterhood, Chapter Q and a member of the DAR.
Verda is survived by her sons, Lee McCain (Eline) of Yuma and Deryl McCain of Lander, WY; granddaughter, Amy Karvoski (Chris) of Yuma; grandson, Don Austin McCain (Amanda) of Las Vegas; great granddaughters, Dru Marie Karvoski and Mina Rae McCain; great grandson, Trent Arlen Karvoski; her sister-in-law, Maxine Dick of Yuma; and her loving extended family, Chuy, Carolina, Jr., Linda and Adrian Ontiveros.
She was preceded in death by her husband Don C. McCain their daughter Dru Ann McCain and her parents, Lee and Verda Donkersley. Verda will be missed. The family would like to thank Tina and Hospice of Yuma for their considerate kind care.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 22, 2015 with Phil Clark presiding at , Desert Lawn Memorial Park, 1415 S. 1st Avenue, Yuma. In lieu of flowers, Verda requested that donations be made to the Faith Mckee Fund Chapter Q, PEO Sisterhood c/o Eline McCain 5241 E. Goldwater Dr, Yuma, AZ 85365.
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Claire Pearson
December 26, 2022
I corresponded for many years with Verda and I am sorry to read that she died (the same year as my own father did). We were both interested in family history, specifically the Donkersley family. We were not related but we shared many stories and she loved to hear about England. It was a pleasure to have corresponded with her. Claire Pearson, Yorkshire, England.
trent karvoski
December 5, 2015
hi Verda was very nice she lived a long life and so did Don. I loved them so much. by trent karvoski
October 9, 2015
Sorry to hear about your Mom's passing, Deryl. She looked so much like you.
Love from your old buddy Des Brittain in London, England.
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Glyn Franks
June 9, 2015
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs McCain. She and her husband Don were always gracious hosts as us kids would play in their pool and beat the summer heat. Thank you McCain family for many fond memories.Sincerely, Glyn Franks
Julieann Del Mar
June 8, 2015
I always admired and respected Verda for her strength and ever enduring positive attitude. She was a role model to me (one of the few I ever had). I will miss her and our conversations.
Gay and Randy Thrower
May 28, 2015
Verda shared her love, optimism, encouragement and understanding with all she called friend- and that was many. What history she has added to Yuma and all the organizations she championed. What an amazing woman!
Marilyn Matheus
May 26, 2015
Verda lived life well. I will miss you, my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to the McCain family.
William H Lyle
May 23, 2015
She was a greet leader. I was privileged to serve on several Organizations with her.
Her memory will not fade.
Phyllis Atwell
May 23, 2015
What a privilege to have known such an inspiring woman!
Sharon Haile
May 22, 2015
Verda always had time to visit and never mixed words. She lived life to the fullest along with loving her family. She'll now have time with her family in heaven. Rest in God's arms dear lady.
Shirley Murdock
May 21, 2015
She was such a "dynamite" gal and I had admired her for about 70 years (since high school) and was going to go see her within days!!! I'm away for a week, but will be thinking of you all, with love and hope.
May 21, 2015
Verda was a wonderful person ,I dearly loved her and Don they will always hold a special place in my heart.
Patty Wooldridge
Vicki Pinkus
May 21, 2015
Verda was the most amazing woman!!! What a bright light in our hearts! "Well, Raddie, what are you doing here??!1" LOVE
Kathryn Amling
May 20, 2015
I will miss sharing fudge, brownies,computer games and talking about genealogy with you Verda.
May 20, 2015
Verda was a strong and beautiful person and certainly a part of Yuma history. She will be greatly missed. She was one of our favorite patients over the last several years. Our love and prayers are with the entire McCain family.
Randolph and Lily Snyder and Dental Staff
May 20, 2015
Mrs. Verda You will be greatly missed, along with Mr. Don. Thank You for everything. With Much Love, Jr, Karina & Babies.
Diana and Josh Bovey
May 19, 2015
Mrs. Mccain was a truly a well respected and gracious lady. Our deepest condolences to to the McCain family.
mike shelton
May 19, 2015
I also served on the Excel Board of Directors and loved seeing Verda. Whether on the board or around town, she was always a pleasure to talk to. I did not know how distinguished her family was until reading the obituary. Thank you for your distinguished life Verda.
Jeffie Gilpin Riley
May 19, 2015
Verda was a lovely person, a great lady and a wonderful friend. She will certainly be missed!
Rick & Camille Robison
May 19, 2015
Mrs. McCain will be missed...She touched so many lives and made this world a better place...Everyone respected and listened to what she said...Condolences to the family...
Jean Orendorff Stevens
May 19, 2015
Deeply saddened to learn of Verda Rae's passing. She was a friend to all who knew her. She taught me how to be a sales clerk at The Emporium store on Main Street...about 1946 Christmas season. Loved her. Sympathies to sons and other family members and friends!
Dick and Carol Livingston
May 18, 2015
We we so saddened to hear of Verda'sVerda's passing. So many happy memories. May she rest in peace. Blessings to all the family.
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