LaVerne Nelson Vernon Obituary (1931 - 2018)

MADISON LaVerne Nelson Vernon, 86, changed addresses of her home to heaven on June 6, 2018. We rejoice that she is with her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, and is no longer suffering. She was born in Stokes County, but lived in Mayodan and Madison, NC most of her life. At the time of her death, she was a member of Woodbine Baptist Church, but had been a member of Ayersville Baptist Church most of her life. She enjoyed serving the church, especially working with the young people in the church, teaching Sunday School and, as an extension of her desire to serve, she led in community organizations including 4-H girls. She was lots of fun and lived a full life in the ways that matter. She had an incredible work ethic. She worked for Burlington Industries, Macfield, Unifi and Fuzzy's BBQ where she was known as a legendary biscuit-maker. She later worked for Bojangles, as well. Her love language was cooking -- she wanted to offer others her love and the gift of hospitality by cooking for them. Her family and friends were deeply important to her so she spent many hours arranging reunions and gathering people to make sure the generations knew one another. To be near her family, she moved to Greensboro in 2008 and we are forever grateful for her investment in our lives. She made friends easily and remained active in several Bible studies, the Red Hat Club and social gatherings. She was an avid Tar Heel fan and enjoyed the games in Chapel Hill, with her great-grandson, Cameron. Though she endured many difficult health struggles, over the last two decades, which prohibited her from serving and attending as she'd prefer, she had the peace and comfort of Jesus Christ and continued to share her faith and encourage others. No matter how badly she felt, she showed immense love and sacrifice for her family. Even as she was bed ridden and dependent on others, she still would place others before herself. She would want all of you to know the hope and love of Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Lulie Nelson and brothers, Danny and Bobby Nelson. She is survived by her daughter, Pat Elliott; granddaughters Meredith Snoddy and Melissa Ward; great-grandson, Cameron Ward; sister, Betty Steele (Norman); niece Kim Lawson (Nolan); great nieces, Ashley Lawson and Nicole Lawson (Sergio Orozco); sister in law, Linda Nelson; nephew, Dr. Darrell Nelson (Robin) and great nephews Parker and Colin Nelson. Her family would like to thank Dr. Mohammed and the Wesley Long Cancer Center, Dr. Burchette, and Hospice of Greensboro including her sweet nurse, Renee, social worker, chaplain and all who assisted her and her family. Visitation will be held at Colonial Funeral Home in Madison, NC on Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 6:00pm-8:30pm. The funeral service will be held at Colonial Funeral Home on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 2:00pm with burial following at Buffalo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Buffalo Cemetery, 1693 NC 770 Highway, Sandy Ridge, NC 27046. The family will receive friends at the above mentioned times and at the home of Kim and Nolan Lawson. Colonial Funeral Home in Madison is serving the family.