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Vercena Loraya Dungy

1950 - 2021

Vercena Loraya Dungy obituary, 1950-2021, Gary, IN

BORN

1950

DIED

2021

Vercena Dungy Obituary

Vercena Loraya Dungy was born September 22,1950 in Gary, IN, to Jean (Johnson) & Floyd Dungy, Jr. Vercena passed away on February 14, 2021. She graduated from Emerson, IUN, and Chicago Theological Seminary. She was an ordained minister and doctor of theology known as Dr. "V". She worked as a case manager with the welfare department; and as a Director with the Girl Scouts, Bethany Brethren Community Center, and Campagna Academy. She served as Principal of Ambassador Academy and as an Associate Pastor at Embassies of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leroy "Skip" Stewart Jr., brother Floyd Dungy III, & grandson De'andre Jordan. She leaves to cherish her memory her children Willie (Shannon) Stewart; Elonna (Maurice) Whitfield, Jacenta (Maurice) Tisby, and Brandi (Turon) Caldwell; sister Mildred (Roy) Jacob; step-sisters Betty Lemon Jackson & Wilhemina (James) Leslie; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, March 5, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. all services at Embassies of Christ 4285 Cleveland Street. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 3, 2021.

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Anthony G (Tony) Dunn

March 8, 2021

To the entire family of Vercena Loraya Dungy,

On behalf of the Gary St Augustine Episcopal Church Sunday School Alumni, I extend to all of you our condolences. May her soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Vercena was our classmate in Sunday School at St Augustine Episcopal Church; along with Floyd, III, who played on the Basketball Team at St Augustine.

Sincerely and fraternally,

Anthony G (Tony) Dunn
St Augustine Episcopal Sunday School Alumni

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Richardson

March 6, 2021

Our condolences to Dr. V's family. Dr. V was a very compassionate and loving person. I had the pleasure of being one of her "workout" friends years ago. I loved her spirit and the passion she had for her church family, as well as, her kind heart. She had a smile that lit up the room and had conversations with you as if you were her best friend.
You will be missed Dr. V...May you Rest in Peace!!!

FELICIA RENE NUNN

March 6, 2021

May God bless & comfort the family & friends of the great woman of GOD, Vercena Dungy. She will be greatly missed.

Rose Mary Jackson

March 5, 2021

Vercena was a God fearing woman she loved her family a d she enjoyed life

Takesha Girscout Galmore

March 5, 2021

Wow! You were always so positive and motivated. Also had a smile and had a strong impact on young people like me. Can't believe your gone. I pray for your family that the Lord give them comfort, and peace of mind. Never Forgotten Dr. V.

Daisy Curtis and Dorothy Curtis of Christ Baptist Church

March 5, 2021

Jacenta & Brandi and Family,
We extend our heartfelt condolences in the transition of your Beloved Mother, Vercena. May the fond memories help sustain you in the months to come.

Yours in Christ,

Pam B

March 3, 2021

Vercena, you are so missed! I miss your big heart! I miss the way you accept me just the way I am! I miss your positive attitude! I only wish I could spend more time with you. Give my mom & dad a hug and I’ll see you again some day!

Judy

March 3, 2021

Vercena had the most beautiful heart and smile. As she would say " you're my sista from another mista. Rest in peace dear friend. God is rejoicing that you are home. No more pain.

LINDA BOURNE

March 3, 2021

I have known Vercena for over 50 years. We would lose contact with each through out the years but we always manage to find each. She said she always wanted to be like me but little did she know I wanted to be like her. She always had a great spirit about her. To the Stewart and Dungy family you have my deepest sympathy. You losted your Mother and I losted and lifelong friend.

Jennifer H.

March 3, 2021

I feel so blessed to have met Vercena! She always had a huge smile on her face and made you feel like part of her family. Your friends in Plymouth Indiana sure do miss you ! RIP Vercena ❤

MYRTLE Mateen

March 3, 2021

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Vercena. I first met her when I started at Dcfs in 1975. Vercena loved her children then husband and family. We would often have fun conversations and met with her beautiful smile. I'm praying in the days ahead her family will find peace and the answers they need. Vercena knew God for herself and will now receive what he promised Eternal life. Stay in prayer we are all praying with and for each of you. A Mother's love is forever.

Aurelia & Gregory Weaver

March 3, 2021

To The Family of Vercena Dungy:
Let us remember that our physical death isn’t the end, but rather is a step forward in our Heavenly Father’s plan and a time of indescribable joy for the person making the transition. When you’re the ones left behind—the ones losing a loved one—the pain of that loss is very real. But there’s a lot of comfort in knowing you’ll see them again. May God bless your family.

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Embassies of Christ

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Embassies of Christ

4285 Cleveland Street, IN

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