Vernon Vess Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on May 26, 2025, at the age of 69, Vernon Vess of Marion, North Carolina passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Calvin Vess and Ruby Vess; his son Justin Vess; and his brother Rev. John Stewart Vess. He is survived by: his wife Cheryl Vess; his daughter Shannon Thomas of Florida; his stepsons, Roy Wilson of Marion and Jesse Wilson of Morganton; his granddaughters, Marisa England and Makayla Thomas; his stepgrandson Raiden Wilson; his great great grandchildren, Oaklee, Kinsley, Everleigh England and Maddux Arais; his siblings, Judy Noblitt (Paul, Sr.) of Florida, Glenda "Tiny" Thomas of Florida and Stanley Vess (Cathy) of Old Fort; his aunt Norma Foster; and his uncle Gerald Foster (Sue) of Marion. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.