Velma Lee Thomas Lovell - Spry Funeral Home
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Velma Lee Thomas Lovell, 65, of Athens, AL, passed away Tuesday, August 6
surrounded by her family. Mrs. Lovell was born December 11, 1958 to Walter and Wilma
Thomas. She was a member of Coxey Church of Christ. Velma was married to John,
the love of her life for 46 years. She was a homemaker with a passion for her husband
and daughters and supported anything that they were involved in. She was a Girl Scout
mom, a band mom, a church mom, and a proud aunt. She loved being creative and
crafting. Her creations are seen all over the Coxey community with wreaths, food,
church decorations, and other various volunteer activities. She was never happier than
when she was surrounded by her family and her church family and never without a
smile on her face.
Survivors include her husband, John Lovell; daughters Erica (Tyler Cancel) and Emily;
sister Karen Howard (Roger); brother Greg Thomas (Sharon); and many beloved
nieces, nephews, and cousins. Velma was preceded in death by her parents and her
father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ralph and Joyce Lovell.
Spry Funeral Home will handle the arrangements. Visitation will be Sunday, August 11
from 6-9 pm. Funeral service will be Monday, August 12 at 11 am.
Pallbearers will be Matthew Lovell, Justin Thomas, Jordan Thomas, Zak Griffin, Tyler
Cancel, and David McPherson. Honorary pallbearers are Clint Howard and Paul Smith,
Jr.
Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association
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1 comment
Susie Hobbs Davis
2024-08-09 18:07:59
Growing up in school with Velma was a blessing. She always had a smile on her face. I can remember the day in class she told those of us close to her that John Lovell was going to be her husband even though she said he didn't know her. I still get a chuckle at that. She was right! I have more memories than I could possibly share on here. I will cherish every memory made with such a sweet friend. Love you Velma!
