Velma Heiple

Velma Jean Heiple, 94, of Cerro Gordo, passed away June 17, 2022.

A graveside service will be 11:00 AM, July 14, 2022 at Cerro Gordo Cemetery, Cerro Gordo, IL. Memorials in Velma’s honor may be made to a charity of your choice.

Velma was born July 31, 1927 in Lovington, the daughter of Rollie and Bernice (French) Schumacher. She married Charles W. Heiple, Jr. on July 30, 1955 in Wilmington, IL. He preceded her in death on June 10, 2015. Velma worked for Decatur Memorial Hospital in Food Service for over 25 years, until her retirement. She was very active in her community. Velma was past-president of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 117 in Cerro Gordo. She was also a chaperone for Cerro Gordo High School band trips. Velma also established the Heiple Family Scholarship given each year to a Cerro Gordo High School graduate. She was also active in Red Hat Society. Velma was a member of the Cerro Gordo United Methodist Church where she was active in Methodist Women.

Surviving are her sons: Russell F. (Carol) Heiple of Florida and Eric R. (Lyn) Heiple of Naperville, IL; 3 grandchildren; sister, Peggy Seelow of Lovington; brothers: Joe (Cecilia) Schumacher of Canoga Park, California and Bill (Sandy) Schumacher of Liberty, Missouri.

Velma was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; sister, Ruth Monferdini and brother, Ray Schumacher.