Velma Jean Bereece Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Velma Jean Bereece of Newport, Tennessee, who passed away on September 21, 2025 at the age of 88. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Calvin Jerial Bereece; and her siblings, Barbara Black, Berdee Jacques, Betty Kyker and James Gregg.
She is survived by: her sons, Dino Fair (Debbi) and Terry Fair (Pat); her grandchildren, Amy, Megan, Brett and Nathan Fair; her great grandchildren, McKenna, Ellie, Lilly, Emilie and Jaxon; and her siblings, Carolyn Farmer and Gary Gregg. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 24th 2025 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Carothers Funeral Home (2205 Williamsburg Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054). A graveside service was held on Wednesday, September 24th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Gaston Memorial Park (1200 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Velma Jean Bereece's honor to the Carolina Caring Foundation at 828-466-0466.
