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Velma Chears Obituary
Chears, Velma E. (nee Frazier), 80, retired Minister at Christ Universal Temple of Chicago. Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully February 9, 2004, at her home in Canal Winchester, OH. Beloved wife of the late Earl Chears, and daughter of the late John Frazier and the late Letha Kincaid, cherished Mom of James A. "Tony" (Carla) Dorsey of Mansfield, OH and Victor (Kevin) Chears of Chicago, dear mother-in-law of Gloria Madison of Canal Winchester, very proud grandmother of Deveri, Danielle, Kelli, Tony, Ryan, Evan and Vikki, as well as her step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loving sister of Johnnie Ramsey, Arthur Hicks, Dorothy Jean Simmons and John, Roger, Dave, Herman and Horace Frazier. Velma will be remembered as a great and vibrant friend, spiritual leader, mentor and "Mom" to many. Life celebration Friday, February 20, 2004, 5 p.m., at Christ Universal Temple, 11901 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago, 773-568-2282. In lieu of flowers, donations to Illinois March of Dimes, 312-435-4007. Arrangements by: Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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ELLEN MARIE DRAKE
February 20, 2004
MY DEAREST JOHNNIE,
GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY HEART FELT PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS ARE WITH YOU. VELMA LIVES ON IN SPIRIT AND OUR FOND MEMORIES OF HER.
Judith Matthews (Ramsey)
February 19, 2004
This is one of the most profound losses for our family. I wish to extend my heartfelt gratitude for all of the kind words that I have been given in this most difficult time. Thank you for what you have done and will do. Tee Tee as we called her will truly be missed. She was a pioneer of love, faith and understanding.
******PEACE IS STILL******
Faye Hudson
February 17, 2004
To the Family of Rev. Velma Chears,
We send our sincerest condolences and you are in our prayers.
Faye Hudson and Evelyn King
Diana Coston
February 15, 2004
To the family of:
Rev. Velma E. Chears
I send my condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Rev. Chears was a lovely person and she will always be remembered. She not only was a Minister at CUT but a friend also. She always made you feel so comfortable in her presence (with a hug, her beautiful smile and the soft words she would speak.)
Rev. Chears extended a kind deed to me that will never be forgotten. My Mom, who I just lost in November, 2003, had hip surgery in November of 2000 and Rev. Chears came to the hospital and prayed by my Mom's bedside with me before she went to surgery. (And of course everything went well.)
Rev. Chears was truly a wonderful person and I'm glad I had the opportunity to know her.
God Bless
Diana Coston (Chicago, IL)
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Peggy Murray-Burns
February 15, 2004
We regret the passing of Rev.Velma chears,and extend our sincerest
thoughts,prayers and blessing during this time of bereavement.
The Burns-Murray family of
Chicago old parish of St. Cecilia
where we had the pleasure of meeting
your family.
Linda Shepard
February 13, 2004
Rev. Chears will always be part of my life. She reached out to me at a time when most others around me, even my closest relatives, were oblivious to my sadness. Rev. Chears saw me with her spiritual eye and she lovingly gave me good advice. Afterwards, evertime I saw her she smiled and embraced me. She helped me to understand that we are all apart of One Family. The world is a better place because of her.
Her love remains with us as a fitting tribute to her life.
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