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Velma Fanelli Obituary
Velma E
Fanelli
November 5, 1934
December 6, 2021
On December 6, 2021 Velma E. Fanelli passed away peacefully at her home in Henderson, NV with her children by her side. She was born November 5, 1934 in San Antionio, CO and later moved to Colorado Springs where she graduated from St. Mary's High School. There she met the love of her life, Frank J. Fanelli and married him on November 20, 1954. They lived and raised their family in Manitou Springs before retiring in Henderson, NV in 2003.
Velma was a devoted Catholic, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a talented oil and china painter, and loved cooking for her family and friends. She attended Sacred Heart Church and St. Mary's Cathedral.
Velma is survived by her children Mickey (Steve) Cowles, Jan (Brett) Lacey, Lenora Ivy, Frank (Melissa) Fanelli, and Regina (Mark) Runge. She was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, all who miss her dearly. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Fanelli, her sister Alicia Engel and son-in-law, Mitch Ivy.
There will be a Rosary and Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 10am. In lieu of flowers, Velma requests a donation to the charity of your choice.
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Cathy Downs
January 5, 2022
I never got to meet Velma but I know Lenora, Mickey and her grand-daughter, Ali. She must have been a wonderful woman as she raised beautiful children. I am so sorry for our loss - all the losses of loved ones you have suffered recently. Hugs to all.
B. David Ridpath
December 29, 2021
So sad when I found out. Deepest condolences to the Fanelli family. A life well lived.
Loretta J. Martin
December 26, 2021
What a fantastic woman, who, with her husband, raised wonderful children. She was a blessing to many.
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