Velma Francis Maples Obituary
The family announces the passing of Velma Francis Maples of Nixa, Missouri on November 10, 2026. Velma, born on October 8, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Velma Francis Maples to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Miller and Edith Miller (Miley); her grandmother Ida Miller; her husband Leeroye Maples; her siblings, Edd Miller, Loeta Hunley, Ida Brehmof, Alice Ashmore, Ralph Miller and Patty Thomas; and her children-in-law, Alan Turner and Gayle Maples (Heatherly).
She is survived by: her children, Regina Turner, Tamela Lasswell (Mark), Timothy (Christy), Mark (Teresa) and Paul (Amanda); and her siblings, Robert Miller, Ann Ledgerwood and John Miller. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Adams Funeral Home of Nixa (109 N Truman Blvd, Nixa, MO 65714). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
