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Obituary For Mrs. Velva Potter Mock
On Thursday, November 6, 2025, Mrs. Velva Jean Potter Mock transitioned from labor to reward in her home while sleeping. She was born on March 29,1940, in High Point, NC to the late Herbert Potter and Daisy Hill Potter. She was preceded in death by one son, Benny F. Mock, Jr.; and siblings, Priscilla, Mary, Herbert, Clyde, Viola, and Margaret.
She was a proud alumnus of William Penn High School in High Point, graduating at the early age of 17. She was challenged regularly as a lefty when playing ping pong at Washington Terrace Park. She entered into the union of marriage to the late Benny F. Mock, Sr. She was an employee of the United States Postal Service where she served as a postal clerk for 30 plus years.
Velva was a faithful servant at Memorial United Methodist Church. She generously donated her personal items to decorate the sanctuary and several other rooms in the church. Her angels and nativity scene are still being used to adorn the narthex during the Christmas season. She served on several committees; however, her love was for the hospitality Committee where she served for many years as chair until her health declined. Her passion was to feed the hungry and help the homeless. She generously and anonymously gave wherever there was a need in her church. She was an avid yardsaler and a connoisseur of collecting antiques, Black and Asian Art.
She is survived by daughters, LaJeune Gilchrist (Ronny), LaTonya Mock, son, Adrian D. Mock; sister, Sarah Atkinson; six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Memorial United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. Mrs. Mock may be viewed on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Add A CondolenceLaJuene, Toni, and Adrian, my condolences and prayers go out to you. There is nothing like the loss of a mother! Your mother was loved by many and will be greatly missed! Take comfort in knowing that she is with our God! Much love go out to you!
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Toni and Family. So sorry for the loss of your Mother. Just know that your Kannapolis Family have you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
LaJeune, Toni and Adrian, May the memories you made with your mom bring you comfort. God's love will also comfort you. Velva was loved by many. She was respected and admired for her strength and capacity to care for others. She is resting peacefully now. Much love, Jackie
May happy memories of your loved one bring you comfort during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings Bessie Davis ♥️
June,Toni and Adrian My the Lord wrap his Loving arms around you! Your mother was a Jewel 💎 great neighbor, mom and friend Thank you for sharing her with me what great memories she will be missed 😥 Love you guys 💕 Janet Young-Williams
LaTonya and family Sending my Love and prayers in the passing of your Mother find comfort in knowing you have keepsakes of her Memories.. 💕
Sincerest condolences to your family on the passing of your loved one.
The Brawner/Houston Family
Family, Sending my Heartfelt condolence praying with you and for you..in the passing of your mother . Sharing your mother with me was a Blessing She was my Neighbor as well as my wonderful loving friend .We did lot's of thing's together ..We loved to sit on the porch and talk about the old days with our favorite pop to drink ..Our special thing to do was on Saturday Morning going to yard sales that brought us so much joy ..I loved her and she loved me .we showed each other our love..Velva I'm missing you I'm not going to say goodbye But See you on the other side . Ruby Johnson
Sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss
Hello, Family!
God Bless each of you. The Potter and Johnson-Tyson Families have always loved one another. Velva's niece Tomira is also our Niece. We Love each of you. Velva was special to all of us. Look up and Trust God to comfort you.
Love and Prayers!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
