1947. In 1960 Velma started work at Square D (Schneider Electric) and was employed there for 32 years until her retirement in 1992.
Velma enjoyed cooking, holiday get-togethers with family, traveling, maintaining her yard and plants, and most of all her grandchildren.
Honoring Velma's requests, there will be no funeral or viewing arrangements. Arrangements by Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids.
The family would like to thank the staff of West Ridge Care Center for the loving care shown to Velma and her family throughout her stay.
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