Miles Nelson Veasley, Jr. was born in Jackson, MS to Miles Nelson Veasley Sr. and Mary Ann Veasley on February 4, 1974. As a child, he was introduced to the love of God when he joined Buffalo United Methodist Church. Miles was outgoing, ambitious, charming, determined, loving and affectionately known as Junior to his family and childhood friends. These attributes shaped him into the person that everyone grew to love and respect.
He graduated from Kosciusko Separate School K-12 in 1992, and then joined the United States Army where he was honored as Sergeant and served in several capacities throughout his military career. Miles then enrolled in Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, NC where he received his Bachelor of Arts in English in December 2001.He subsequently moved back to Mississippi to attend Mississippi State University, where he met his love Kristi Eichelberger in 2004. They later joined Griffin Chapel United Methodist Church and united in holy matrimony in 2008.
Miles commenced a long career in construction, inventory and accounting with Steel Dynamics in Columbus, MS from 2005 to 2022. During his tenure there, he received his Lena Six Sigma Black Belt certification, found his passion to become an entrepreneur and started Cardinal Vocations LLC and Z&K Services LLC.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: JB Veasley and Mamie Gregory Veasley; his maternal grandparents: Ruben Hoye, Jr. and Christine Moore Hoye.
Miles Nelson Veasley, Jr. was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, June 15, 2023, in Houston, TX. He will be forever remembered by his loving and devoted wife, Kristi Veasley; three beautiful children, Aquarius Simone Brown (Arrearn), Zion Veasley, and Kyndal Veasley; two grandchildren, Andrew Veasley and Arreyana Brown; his parents, Miles and Reverend Mary Ann Veasley; his siblings, Kimberly McCune (Frank) and Kristin Veasley, Sr. (Kenita); and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors.
PLACE OF SERVICE: Buffalo UM Church, Kosciusko, MS
DATE OF SERVICE: Saturday, June 24, 2023 @ 2:00 PM
INTERMENT: Buffalo Cemetry, Kosciusko, MS
Words cannot adequately express how much we thank you for the prayers, expressions of sympathy, and many deeds provided to us during our moment of sorrow. We appreciate your love and support. Your prayers and kind words were profoundly felt during this difficult time. ~The Family~
Our deepest condolences to the Veasley family during this difficult time. Praying for comfort and strength. Scott & Anita Deloach
Our sincere condolences to the Veasley family during this difficult time. Praying for comfort and strength. Scott & Anita Deloach
Condolences from John McCarter and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Veasley family during this very difficult time. Praying for you all
Wishing You Comfort May you find the strength You need to see you through this difficult time. Griffin Fellowship Choir With Deepest Sympathy
LORD, You are the Resurrection and the Life. And yet, You understand how hard it is to be apart from those we love. Bring peace, hope, comfort, and the assurance that You are always near, especially during this difficult time. With Sympathy & Prayers for the Veasley Family. Arnaz & Geri Jones
Our Sincere Condolences May God Be with You May His promise of eternal life be a comfort to You the children and Your Family in the loss of one so dear. Willie & Ruth Porter
You are in my thoughts and prayers!!! - Lynn Durr
Prayers for this family, Member class of 1992!
My sincere condolence to the family of this young man. The Mallett, Lampley Family
Our sincere condolences to the family of Miles Veasley. May God comfort you and give you strength in your loss. Allen Robinson and Family.
It seems so unreal.. We had some great times together! Until we meet again..
Condolences from Ross Crawford and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Veasley family during this very difficult time. Praying for the peace of God and ahis comfort!
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