Velma L. Bagwell Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Velma L. Southern Bagwell, 92, of Bloomington, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022, at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born on March 27, 1930 in Monroe County; the daughter of Posey and Lena (Prince) Southern. Velma owned and operated multiple business and was a published poet. Velma was a former member of Crossroad Church in Bedford. Those who knew and loved her, Velma’s greatest legacy was perhaps her wisdom, perseverance, and faith. For Velma, it was being “witness” for God. Velma is survived by her grandchildren, Eric DeFord (Kathy) and Ira “Jozy” DeFord; great-grandchildren, Ross DeFord, Dylan DeFord, and Alec DeFord; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Harold Kinser; second husband, Robert Bagwell; children, Alan Kinser, Fraun Martin, and Andrea Flynn; grandson, Aaron Martin; great-great-grandson, Gunnar Alan DeFord. Velma was also preceded in death by sisters, Helen Kinser, Gladys Fleetwood, Altha Kelley, Thelma Stone; and brothers, Hershell Southern, Donald Southern, Ancil Southern and Glen Southern. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 South Old State Road 37, Bloomington. Family will receive friends from 4:30 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Online condolences, photos, and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Velma L. Bagwell

March 27, 1930 - April 25, 2022