Velma C. Whitaker Obituary
The world bids farewell to Velma C. Whitaker of Hannibal, Missouri, departing on October 19, 2025 at the age of 92. Velma leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Willard E. Budd and Edith Blanche Gann Budd; her husband Ernie; and her daughter Donna Abney. She is survived by: her former husband James Ernest Whitaker; her family, Yorkies, Melissa, Ava and Katie; her close friend Donald DeJaynes; her daughters, Sharon Kay Whitaker, Christine Walker (Jimmy) and Faith Woodridge (Matthew); and her son-in-law Terry Abney. She is also survived by several grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces; and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the James O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. (302 S 5th St, Hannibal, MO 63401). A funeral service was held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 at 2:30 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice.
