Velma Blanche Trufant Harrell Obituary
In loving memory of Velma Blanche Trufant Harrell of Harahan, Louisiana, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, who departed this world on June 15, 2025 at the age of 87. Velma Blanche Trufant leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Velma Blanche Trufant Harrell to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Herman Edgar Trufant Sr. and Esther Morgan Trufant; her husband William Harrell Jr.; and her siblings, Herman Edgar Trufant Jr. and Elaine Thomas.
She is survived by: her daughters, Yolanda Harrell Camese, Stephanie Harrell, Karen Harrell Scott and Terrylynn Harrell (Glendale); her stepdaughter Antoinette Pierre; and her siblings, Harold Trufant, Lionel Trufant and Lucille Gordon. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 28th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Abundant Life Tabernacle (1701 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 28th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
