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Thelma Verrett Obituary

Verrett, Thelma "Sue" Age 93, daughter of the late Dock "Daddy" Freeney and Ella "Mama" Freeney, peacefully transitioned from this life on February 20, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Nathaniel "Skeets" Verrett. Sister of 8 siblings, who all preceded her in death: Dock "Bud" Freeney, James Freeney, Thomas Freeney, Alberta Freeney, Alma Campbell, Rosemarie Harding, Norma Freeney, and Mildred Dozier. She is survived by her children, Francetta (Leon) Hendricks and Nataleen Coleman; grandchildren, Lynette Helm, Leon Hendricks, and Douglas Coleman; great-grandchildren, Christopher (Myesha) Helm, Julian and Kira Hendricks, Neilmiah and Nathaniel Coleman, Asante Cole and Deondre Sykes; great-great-grandchildren, Ethan and Myliah; and a host of other loving family members and friends. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. For additional information, please email: [email protected]

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 26, 2015.

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March 20, 2015

Rest in Peace Aunt Sue

Jacqueline Seward Edwards

March 2, 2015

My Mom and Dad (Margie and Jack Seward) truly loved Sue--she will truly be missed.

God bless and keep you Fran and Nataleen.

February 28, 2015

We love you and are praying for you. You have our condolences and support.
--Val and Vanyce

Kenya McCray

February 28, 2015

My prayers and condolences go out to the whole family

Eleanor Collins

February 28, 2015

Natleen, so sorry to hear about the transition of your beloved mom. My prayers and condolences are with you. May the Holy Spirit undergird you, your family and give strength during this time of bereavement.

Kelly Walker

February 27, 2015

Francetta, Nataleen, Lynette, Leon and Douglas I am praying that your hearts will not be so full of sorrow during this time. I love my entire family and celebrate our uniqueness that God blessed us with on this earth. I remember the good times my great aunt was able to share with my children and me. Aunt Sue's distinct voice, sense of style and elegance made her special. She rubbed off on us in a wonderful way. Her honesty was refreshing. She should have been in the movies. Now she is with the Lord and family. They are all together again. Thank you Aunt Sue for your flair!

Sandra & Clee Henderson

February 26, 2015

The family of M/M Sandra & Clee Henderson send our deepest condolences to our cousins Fran & Nataleen and family on the loss of our dear cousin, Thelma "Sue" Verrett. She was a beautiful spirit and will be missed. Fond memories of Sue, will stay in our hearts forever. Love you.

A.M.

February 26, 2015

I am very sorry for the loss of your dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6

Eileen P Williams

February 26, 2015

To me my loves, I do not feel Aunt Sue is gone from us, for she lives in each and every one of those who had the pleasure to be with her when she was a beautiful skinny well dressed, well educated and well, we were blessed to have such beautiful Aunties that touched our lives in so many special ways... we will not forget any of them for what they were, we are today..growing up...We are a gentle family that knows how to get what we want, how to do it, how to think, how to show compassion, how to love, how to fight, if need be and I would not have wanted to be any other Clan than ours, for we Rock.. Rest in peace Aunt Sue, rest among your Mama and Daddy, sisters and brothers because you have completed your Job, and I say well done... I love you my beautiful Aunt Sue! and I never knew her first name was Thelma!

Rachel Harding

February 26, 2015

Wishing my cousins Francetta Hendricks, Nataleen Coleman, Lynette Helm - and all my family - peace and comfort in a difficult time. Aunt Sue had so much style, class and brilliance! I miss her. May she rest in peace.

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