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Obituary For Vira Wilkerson
DATE OF SERVICE: Sunday, 08/07/2022 at 2:00 p.m.
PLACE OF SERVICE: Attala County Coliseum, Kosciusko, MS
INTERNENT: Pleasant Grove, Goodman, MS.
VISITATION: Saturday, 08/06/2022 at 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 08/07/2022 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Mrs. Vira Dee "Big Ma" Wilkerson was the first born to the late Houston and Mary Lou Bates-Snow on March 22, 1936, in Newport, MS. At an early age, she joined Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Goodman, MS. After moving to Kosciusko in 1961, Vira Dee joined Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Mr. F.Y. Clark. She was a member of the Senior Choir and the President of Usher Board until she was unable to perform the position to the best of her abilities.
Vira Dee was united to Mr. Terry Garon Seals, Sr. on December 11, 1954 and they were blessed with four beautiful children: Jeanette, Kay, Terry and Steve. After the death of her first husband, she later married Mr. James Wilkerson on August 9, 1963, and they were blessed with a baby girl, Jennifer. Eight years later after the birth of Jennifer, Vira Dee gave birth to another baby girl, Kimberly.
Vira Dee attended the Roby School and later received her GED in her adulthood. She worked many years at the Attala County Health Department as a Home Health Aid until her health failed, after working at Head Start and Garan Corporation.
Vira Dee was a Civil Rights Activist, a member of The Herions of Jericho Court # 279, Order of Eastern Star #601, the National Council of Negro Women, and served as President of the Attala County Usher Crusade.
Vira Dee's greatest joy was her family, cooking, sewing, and babysitting. One of the children that she babysat remains in her life, LaCraig Jamison.
Vira Dee transition to be with the Lord of August 2, 2022. She was preceded in death by her: Parents; her two Husbands, a Stepson: Ricky Boyd; three Sisters: Earline Nappier, Betty Ann Harmon and Alice Faye Wright; Three Brothers: James Snow, Johnnie Snow and James Roby; two Grandsons: Kenyatta Merritt and Tracy Seals; and two Great-grandsons: Christian Griffin and Romello Winters.
Vira Dee leaves in her legacy four Daughters: Jeannette Edwards, Jennifer Boyd, Kimberly Yevette (Mark) Griffin, all of Kosciusko, MS, and LaDonna Kay Burt of Lexington, MS; two Sons: Terry Garon (Lue Della) Seals, Jr. of Memphis, TN and Steve (Cheryl) Seals of Crestview, FL; two Grandsons that she raised in her home as her very own: Christopher James (Karen) Kern of Kosciusko, MS and Ronnal Latre Boyd of Jackson, MS; a Niece she called her own: Barbara (Tony) Miller of Goodman, MS; Four Sisters: Ruthie Mae Rockett of Hollywood, CA, Pearlie Mae Washington of Collins, MS, Rachel Roby of Saginaw, MI, and Mary Ann Barron of Kosciusko, MS; two Brothers: Hubert Snow of Cleveland, OH and Ossie (Emma) Snow of Saginaw, MI; Sisters-in-law: Clarissa Snow of Saginaw, MI and Alice Roby of Goodman, MS; one Brother-in-law: James Nappier of Elgin, IL; 16 Grandchildren; 25 Great-grandchildren; five Great, Great-grandchildren; and a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Friends, and her Pine Hill Community.
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Kathleen Green sent The Forever Sweet Bouquet for Vira Wilkerson - August 05, 2022
Our deepest sympathy. Your Comcast Family. Bill, Dawn, Derek, Jen, Kathy, Marta & Stephanie
Kathleen Green sent The Forever Sweet Bouquet for Vira Wilkerson - August 05, 2022
Our deepest sympathy. Your Comcast Family. Bill, Dawn, Derek, Jen, Kathy, Marta & Stephanie
Family, we extend our sincere thoughts and PRAYERS during this most difficult time. We know all to well the pain of losing your Queen, a Matriarch one who no matter what loves and protects you. I've always looked at Auntie a little differently being that she was not only the oldest sister but also the oldest sibling. She carried it well! I would also say to you hold on to all the precious memories of the life she lived and shared with each and every one of you. As I know all to well it will surely provide you with peace and understanding as you strive without her daily presence. Yet, she will always remain in our hearts. GOD BLESS & LOVE YOU...Linda Snow-Rivers & Family
Auntie I'm surely going to miss you, coming to Mississippi will never be the same ( Going to aunt Vira D house) I'm so sad that I wasn't able to come and be with the family. I love you 🕊💐🤍😢
Auntie I'm surely going to miss you, coming to Mississippi will never be the same (Going to aunt Vira D house). I'm so sad I wasn't able to come and be with the family. I love you 🤍🕊💐😢
Auntie I'm surely going to miss you, coming to Mississippi will never be the same (Going to aunt Vira D house). I'm so sad that I wasn't able to be there with the family. I love you 🤍🕊💐😢
Sis. Vira D. , I sure will miss your wonderful smile and you used to tickle me when you would be fussin at the kids or even the grown folk. Praying for your family that they may find peace and comfort. May they all accept Christ Jesus as their Lord and Savior in order that they may see you again. Save us a seat. Luv you. Sis. Jackie Dotson Yowk. ❤️❤️❤️
Praying for the family RIP Booker T Roby
Praying for the family
Aunt Vira I am going to miss you , All the stories you would tell us about the family. I remember you had a layover on the bus in Chicago and we picked you up. We road around and I ask if you were hungry and you wanted sonics, a chili dog , then went to target , you wanted a few bananas, and wet wipes. We had a great day. Rest In Peace Auntie, Love you , your nephew Van aka Cookie
My deepest sympathy to the family. I love you all
Steve,Terry,Jeanette,Kay,Jennifer,Yvette, grandchildren and great grandchildren. I love you all and I will miss my aunt dearly! She made every trip visiting the south as special as she could for me. I will never forget the memories! I love you Aunt Vira and may you sleep well. Job well done!
Love your niece,
Katt
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