Velma L. Green
January 10, 1933 ~ July 24, 2017
Velma L. Green, 84, of Columbus, died at 9:45p.m. July 20, 2017, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility. Velma was born January 10, 1933, in Columbus, the daughter of Sherman Martin and Lucille Ragan McQueen. She first married George Swim, who preceded her in death. She was then married to Jim Green Sr. She was a member of First Assembly of God, loved shopping and was an excellent cook. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Velma had loved taking care of the grandchildren when they were younger and was very devoted to her family. The funeral will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 24, 2017, at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Rev. Jay Edwards officiating. Calling will be from 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery. Memorials may be made to help cover final expenses through the funeral home. Survivors include her second husband, Jim Green Sr. of Columbus; sons, Malcom (Margret) Swim of Columbus, Michael (Bev Barrett) Green of Columbus, Robert Green of Columbus and Jimmy (Kim) Green of Nineveh; daughters, Kathy (Mike) Burton of Columbus, Betty (Ed) Bates of Columbus and Lisa Green (Lanny Lovins) of Seymour; 21 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, George; daughters, Gail Edwards and Mary Lou Green; and a granddaughter, Mary Lou Swim Simmons.
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My Mother my baby my best friend. I will be lost with out you. But you’re in the arms of Jesus now no pain no troubles. I love you so much
What a great person enjoyed the times I got to spend and talk to her. Definitely will be missed by many..
You will be truly missed by so many. But you are at peace and rejoicing with the family in heaven. Til we can all meet again. We love you Grammie Velma.
Dear Velma Green’s family, I am deeply sorry for your loss! I loved taking care of your mom. I will forever remember her beautiful smile! Take care and God Bless. Sincerely, Wendy
So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you all at this time
I am so sorry for the passing of your Mother. May God watch over each of you and give you the strength that you need. Lots of love and many hugs.
Cathy and betty.so sorry bout your moma.i sure know the pain you are feeling.i sure be keeping your family I. My prayers.juanita davis.
I am so sorry for your and pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lisa, big hugs and well wishes sent your way!
She will forever live in my heart and memories. I loved her and I believe she new that. I thank god for placing this sweet lady in my path. My prayers and support go out to this wonderful loving family.
My heart full sadness to see this. She was a very good woman and mother. My love and prayers to her children. You were blessed to have her as your mom. God has taken another one of his own home.
You will be missed thanks for being a part of my life I will never forget you.
Velma was such a sweet lady and loved her family so much. I am thinking and praying for you all.
Betty, Lisa and Jimmy, Sorry for your loss. Just verified the arrangements via internet. Sorry I was unable to stop past and pay respects. Sounds like you had a wonderful mother that cared for you very deeply. Prayers offered for your mother, family and friends. Gene