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Velma Wilson Obituary
Born March 5, 1928, in Coudersport, Pa., she was the daughter of the late George and Leona Woodcock Pelham. On Sept. 5, 1953, at the former St. Andrews Methodist Church, in Westons Mills, she married James K. Wilson Jr., who predeceased her on March 6, 2007.
Velma worked as a house cleaner for many families in the area.
She volunteered for Interfaith Caregivers and was the past matron of the Eastern Stars Electra Tyler Chapter 97 in Portville. Velma was a past member of the Obi Community Church and currently attended Portville Baptist Church.
Surviving are three daughters, Brenda (Neil) Jordan of Portville, Beth Harris of Westons Mills and Jerrie (James) Wesley of Portville; a son, James K. "JW" (Sue) Wilson III of Portville; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her siblings, Jean Weimer, Mildred Slaughenhaupt, Reuben Pelham and Paul Pelham.
Private graveside services will be held at Chestnut Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Guenther Funeral Home Inc.
Online condolences may made at guentherfh.com.
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Cheri Howard
May 5, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss....your Mom was a very special lady. In my thoughts and prayers.....
Liz Holihan
May 5, 2020
Velma was a great friend to my mom Hazel Whitney, especially in the years when she could no longer drive. My mom loved going out to Red and Trudys and other places with the ladies. Velma was so kind to pick her up and take her places and was patient with her when her mind became confused. She was a true friend and our family will always remember her fondly.
Christine Davis
May 4, 2020
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful women and will be missed.
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