Velma J. Thayer
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CLINTON — Velma J. Thayer, 81, of Clinton, passed away at 7:05 p.m. on December 6, 2018, at The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Normal.
A time to celebrate Velma’s life will be held from 10 – 11 a.m. on Friday, December 14, 2018, at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton. The family requests casual attire. Immediately following the visitation, graveside services will be held at Mausoleum Park Cemetery, Clinton, with J. Kent Hickerson officiating.
Velma was born on January 23, 1937, in Clinton, the daughter of W. L. and Mildred (Shriver) Myers. She married Richard R. Thayer on May 28, 1955. He passed away on July 29, 1991.
Survivors include her children, Rick Thayer, Clinton; Debra Redman, Clinton; and Lori (Dennis) Harris, Clinton; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ileen (Jack) Schumacher, Clinton, and Barbara (John) Lund, Fla.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.
Velma loved sewing and quilting. She worked at The Shack restaurant for several years. Velma loved her grandchildren and spending time with her family.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
