Velma was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. She was a woman who contributed too many charitable organizations and was faithful to her religion and family. Velma was a devoted mother and wife but loved by all who came into contact with her. She would be best described as loving, caring, and a great listener to those who needed a shoulder to cry on. Velma would give wonderful spoken words that were filled with honest, grace, and love. She will be greatly missed and will stay in our hearts forever.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter Dee Kurtz, who she loved endlessly, and husband Dennis Kurtz; grandson Chris Schillings and wife Janie; and great granddaughters Savannah and Allison.